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Thursday, November 5th, 2026
	Students make history with 40th Student Hunger Drive Quad Cities students have made history, raising the equivalent of 1,024,482 meals during River Bend Food Bank's 40th anniversary Student Hunger Drive, according to a news release. Combined with the Million Meals Match campaign and additional donations, the community's efforts generated 2,825,058 meals to help children, adults, and seniors facing hunger across eastern Iowa and [...]
	Student Hunger Drive celebrates reaching its million meal milestone during 40th year Students from 15 local high schools brought in enough food to serve a total of 1,024,482 meals during the 2026 drive.
	Where to find a Thanksgiving meal in the greater Quad Cities region Need Thanksgiving meal plans? Local organizations and restaurants will be serving up the classics this season. Here's where you can find a meal.
	Festival of Trees set to celebrate ‘Winter Wonderland’ Nov. 21-29 Quad City Arts is gearing up for the 41st annual Festival of Trees, returning to the RiverCenter from Nov. 21-29. The annual balloon parade is the event launch happening at 10 a.m. Nov. 21.
	Record 1,024,482 meals raised in 40th annual Student Hunger Drive More than one million meals were raised in the 40th annual Student Hunger Drive.
	Riverdale teen completes months-long park renovation ahead of Eagle Scout honor Pleasant Valley freshman, Jared Kerr, has spent months improving Bicentennial park. The public is invited to a dedication ceremony at the park at 11 a.m. on Nov. 7.
	Family Resources to host 4 events honoring survivors of homicide during awareness month November 20 to December 20 marks a time to honor and uplift survivors, family members and first responders impacted by homicides.
	The Heart of the Story: Changing his focus Our Quad Cities News is partnering with award-winning journalist Gary Metivier for The Heart of the Story. Each week, Gary showcases inspiring stories of everyday people doing cool stuff, enjoying their hobbies, and living life to the fullest. Stories that feature the best of the human condition. A Quad-City photographer known his spectacular photos in [...]
	Fears about an AI crackdown after midterms sparks a $2 trillion rout in tech stocks Shares sank, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq dropping over 5%, as investors reacted with fear that a Democratic Congress — and states across the country -— would crack down on AI and data centers.
	Fears of an AI crackdown after midterms spark $2 trillion rout in tech stocks Shares sank, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq dropping over 5%, as investors reacted with fear that a Democratic Congress — and states across the country -— would crack down on AI and data centers.
	5th Ave. Flea opens in downtown Moline The market features affordable vintage finds, one-of-a-kind treasures and plenty of casual hangout opportunities.
	Anthony Rodriguez sentenced after Bureau County hostage situation where police fatally shot toddler Anthony Rodriguez pleaded guilty to six charges after a May hostage situation that ended with three-year-old Damian Camacho being shot and killed by police.
	Rock Island Public Works employees compete in 'Snow Road-Eo' The friendly competition helps plow drivers preparing for keeping streets clean come wintertime.
	‘To All the Books’ documentary from best-selling horror author makes Iowa premiere How do you write a best-selling novel? Horror author Josh Malerman takes viewers though the ups and downs of the creative process in his debut documentary To All the Books. The film, produced by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, makes its Iowa premiere this month.
	These are the races in the House and Senate that haven't been called yet Democrats are poised to have a strong majority in the upcoming Congress. The final numbers are still being determined. Here's where things stand in the races that are waiting to be called by the AP.
	Meskwaki filmmaker preserves history of Indigenous dance tradition in new documentary ‘Why We Dance’ takes viewers into the heart of Indigenous communities in Iowa, South Dakota, Hawaii and Mexico.
	Scott County auditor confirms ballots were counted correctly after intermittent issues at 3 precincts Intermittent ballot machine errors during the Nov. 3 election prompted the Scott County Auditor's Office to take a closer look at results from three precincts.
	Scott County conducts election audit after voting machines issue error codes Scott County election officials conducted an audit in Davenport after voting machines in three precincts intermittently issued ballot reject codes.
	Vibrant Arena's Christmas tree delivered Thursday The Vibrant Arena's Christmas tree was delivered Thursday. It's a 40-year-old Eastern White Pine and nearly 40 feet tall.
	Space heaters driving surge in Quad Cities winter home fires, officials warn Space heaters are causing a spike in Quad Cities winter home fires, prompting local officials to urge residents to follow essential safety precautions.
	Audit of 3 Scott County voting precincts confirms results Voting machines at three sites had intermittent issues with getting a ballot reject code.
	Rock Island County celebrates National Adoption Month with courthouse adoptions Rock Island County marked National Adoption Month by celebrating families finalizing adoptions, uniting children with their forever families.
	Cook review: 'Wild Horse Nine' is clever, dark comedy with Malkovich at his finest "Wild Horse Nine" just became one of my five top picks for Best Picture of 2026. That list is certain to change as more contenders hit the big screen, but I have a feeling this one will stay put because I can't imagine seeing anything more entertaining than this. Director Martin McDonagh is known for [...]
	'Mr. Thanksgiving' to return for 55th annual community Thanksgiving dinner 'Mr. Thanksgiving' Bob Vogelbaugh will return for the community Thanksgiving dinner. Since 1971, Vogelbaugh has hosted the beloved annual tradition, welcoming the public for a Thanksgiving meal to help ensure no one spends the holiday alone. “It truly warms my heart to see our community coming together like this," Vogelbaugh said. "Knowing that we will [...]
	Audit finds no significant election-result changes in three Scott County precincts Election results did not change significantly following an administrative audit of three Scott County precincts with machine issues.
	One deceased after Camanche structure fire One person is deceased after a fire early Thursday in Camanche, according to a news release from the Camanche Fire Department. About 2 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, emergency responders were dispatched to a report of a structure fire in the 1200 block of 3rd Street in Camanche. Camanche police were the first to arrive on [...]
	New vintage market brings unique shopping experience to downtown Moline Fifth Avenue Flea officially celebrated its opening Thursday with a ribbon cutting ceremony.
	Eastern Iowa freshman beautifies local park for Eagle Scout project Since March, Jared Kerr has been working to transform Bicentennial Park in Riverdale, including hardscaping, plats, grills and overall connectivity.
	Muscatine bluff continues to shift, sending debris onto Mississippi Drive The closure has been in place since late October, but now the city says recent rainfall has caused additional movement in the slide area.
	Family Resources, Inc. discusses events, advocacy for those impacted by homicide November is Survivors of Homicide Awareness Month, a chance to honor and advocate for those impacted by homicide.
	Crime Stoppers: Man wanted by Rock Island County Sheriff for 3 drug charges Marquis J. Marrs is wanted by the Rock Island County Sheriff’s Office for three counts of delivery/possess with intent to deliver meth.
	Crime Stoppers: Man wanted by Scott Co. Sheriff for sex offender registration violation Derrick Lott is wanted by the Scott County Sheriff’s Office for sex offender registration violation, second or subsequent offense.
	Crime Stoppers: Police still looking for answers in Corey Harrell Jr.’s death Police are still seeking justice in the death of Corey Harrell Jr., eight years after the shooting.
	‘Mr. Thanksgiving’ returns for 57th year with annual community holiday meal at Mercado on 5th Bob Vogelbaugh, known as "Mr. Thanksgiving," will host his 57th annual community holiday meal at Mercado on 5th on Thanksgiving Day.
	Scott County Board is controlled by Democrats for first time since 2008. What happens next? Democrat Tim Carr led the field with 35,588 votes. Democrats Kevin Randle and Stephen Doerscher also finished ahead of every Republican candidate.
	Mr. Thanksgiving to host Quad Cities community meal — a tradition for more than 5 decades For more than half a century, Bob Vogelbaugh has welcomed hundreds of guests, including friends and strangers alike, to share a free holiday meal.
	Enjoy a tasty evening with the Jaycees of the Quad Cities at the Wine and Chocolate Experience You can enjoy a sweet and savory evening while helping the mission of the Jaycees of the Quad Cities! Charmaine Sibley and Samantha Sharp joined Our Quad Cities News with all the tasty tidbits on the Wine and Chocolate Experience. For more information, click here.
	Snowplow rodeo tests Rock Island drivers before winter weather Crews in Rock Island held practice runs during a snow plow rodeo Thursday to prepare for winter conditions and test drivers' obstacle navigation skills.
	1 person, 2 pets killed in Camanche fire According to Camanche fire officials, crews were called to a fire at a multi-residential structure on the 1200 block of Third Street in Camanche around 2 a.m.
	3 injured in shooting at Iowa post office, suspect identified A shooting at an Iowa post office left multiple people injured Thursday, authorities said.
	State Fire Marshal urges Iowans to take precautions against carbon monoxide as winter nears With temperatures dropping and winter approaching, the Iowa State Fire Marshal Division issued a reminder Thursday urging residents to take precautions against carbon monoxide poisoning.
	1 person, 2 pets killed in Camanche fire early Thursday morning According to Camanche fire officials, crews were called to a fire at a multi-residential structure on the 1200 block of Third Street in Camanche around 2 a.m.
	Sentencing held for suspect in Bureau County hostage situation where police fatally shot toddler Anthony Rodriguez pleaded guilty to six charges after a May hostage situation that ended with three-year-old Damian Camacho being shot and killed by police.
	North Scott School Board celebrates Stutting’s victory to Iowa Statehouse Joe Stutting, who won a seat in Iowa Senate, is nearly halfway through the end of his last year as North Scott's superintendent.
	10-year-old girl hit by vehicle near Silvis elementary school An 10-year-old girl was hurt after she was hit by a vehicle near a Silvis elementary school Wednesday afternoon.
	Help The Landing Ice Rink name its Zamboni The City of Bettendorf is looking for name suggestions for The Landing Ice Rink’s Zamboni.
	Davenport Schools Foundation opens applications for $177,000 in scholarships There are 89 scholarships that graduating high school seniors are able to apply to this year.
	Remembrance Tree-lighting for hospice It's a community tradition that ushers in the holiday season and honors the memories of loved ones who have passed.
	What the superintendent’s Iowa Senate win means for North Scott schools Joe Stutting will continue his roll as superintendent until he steps down at the end of the 2026-27 school year.
	A wipeout for AI stocks sends Wall Street reeling, and the S&P 500 tumbles more than 3% Another wipeout for stocks tied to the buildout of AI data centers is overwhelming Wall Street on Thursday and more than erasing all its gains from the day before, which was its best in three months.
	MercyOne Genesis Remembrance Tree Lighting honors lost loved ones The MercyOne Genesis Hospice Remembrance Tree lighting has been a community tradition for 20 years, ushering in the holiday season while honoring the memories of loved ones who have died. The event also highlights the area's ongoing need for access to quality hospice care. This year’s tree lighting will be on Monday, November 9, at [...]
	Muscatine bluff continues to shift, sending debris onto Mississippi Drive as closure continues The closure has been in place since late October, but now the city says recent rainfall has caused additional movement in the slide area.
	“Mr. Thanksgiving” returns for 56th-annual holiday meal at Mercado For the third straight year, the 56th-annual free Thanksgiving dinner will be held at Mercado on Fifth, 423 12th St., Moline., Thursday, Nov. 26, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
	Cat dies after fire breaks out at Moline home A cat died on Wednesday after a fire broke out at a Moline home.
	Man thrown through sunroof in crash near Galena A man was injured and cited after a single-vehicle crash Monday evening.
	Moline couple donates city's Christmas tree in memory of late neighbor The 40-year-old Eastern white pine will be illuminated with more than 30,000 lights at the annual Lighting on the Commons on Saturday, Nov. 21.
	4 Your Money \| Credit Check Amid the intense focus on the midterm elections, one corner of the stock market has been flying largely under the radar. David Nelson, CEO of NelsonCorp Wealth Management, is here to explain why investors should be paying attention to the current performance of high-yield bonds.
	Paraguay's president is impeached minutes after resigning following a bank collapse Paraguayan lawmakers voted to impeach President Santiago Peña minutes after his resignation, as the collapse of a digital bank tied to his government froze millions of people's savings.
	Princeton man sentenced for standoff that resulted in toddler’s death A Princeton, Illinois, man was sentenced on Wednesday for his role in a standoff on Mother’s Day that left a three-year-old dead.
	Davenport Rotary Club celebrates 115 years of service with anniversary event The Davenport chapter is one of the first Rotary clubs in the world. The public is invited to celebrate with the members on Saturday, Nov. 7.
	Head of Justice Department office on Civil Rights resigns The head of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division, Harmeet Dhillon, is out after 18 tumultuous months in charge.
	Sylvan Island cleanup, nature learning event planned for Nov. 7 in Moline From 1 to 3 p.m., you're invited to join two local groups for an afternoon of cleaning, native planting and educational experiences with QCA experts.
	Governor-elect Rob Sand announces transition directors, launches transition website Iowa Governor-elect Rob Sand announced Thursday that Elisabeth Buck and Morgan Miller will serve as co-directors of the official Sand Transition Committee.
	Christmas tree arrives at Vibrant Arena The Vibrant Arena’s annual Christmas tree is scheduled to arrive this Thursday, Nov. 5 at approximately 10:45-11:00 a.m.
	Davenport Schools Foundation accepting scholarship applications Applications are now open for the 2027 scholarship program from the Davenport Schools Foundation. Graduating seniors from Davenport Community School District high schools are encouraged to apply for over 89 scholarships totaling over $177,000 in financial awards. Applications are due by Feb. 15, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. All eligible students can apply online through the [...]
	Man jailed in Scott County after multistate credit card scheme, court records show Matthew J. Millisor faces multiple felony charges in Scott County after police say he stole thousands through a credit card fraud scheme.
	Vibrant Arena welcomes 2026 Christmas tree Another sign that the holidays are coming in the Quad Cities – the Christmas tree has been set up at the Vibrant Arena in Moline! The tree will be covered with thousands of lights before being officially lit at the 2026 Lighting on the Commons ceremony on Nov. 21 at 6 p.m.
	Freight House Farmers Market hosts annual Fall Harvest Fest this weekend in Davenport The Freight House in Davenport is hosting its annual Fall Harvest Fest this weekend featuring local produce, a petting zoo, and live music.
	North Scott superintendent elected to Iowa Senate; district plans leadership transition Superintendent Joe Stutting will conclude his role at the end of the 2026-27 school year to begin his new role as state senator.
	3 injured in shooting at Iowa post office, suspect detained A shooting at an Iowa post office left multiple people injured Thursday, authorities said.
	Tiny Desk Radio: Joan Shelley, Melissa Aldana with Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Ganavya Reflection, renewal. On this episode, we provide a musical reset for the mind. Look for Tiny Desk Radio on your local NPR station.
	The Landing readies for season with new, returning events The Landing Ice Rink, 2255 Middle Road in Bettendorf, is getting ready for its third season with special offerings, new events and a Zamboni naming contest. The weather plays a part in determining the official opening date for the 11,000+ square foot permanent outdoor ice rink. Several packages will be offered again this season: New [...]
	$15 billion steel plant in Lee County draws concerns from public at Board of Supervisors meeting Lee County could soon be home to the largest steel plant in the United States, however, the plans are also drawing concerns from those who live near the site.
	Mr. Thanksgiving tradition returns Mr. Thanksgiving announces its holiday meal tradition will return to Mercado on Fifth.
	Discursive Verses: Is 'Spend Dat' the best financial indicator of America's grift economy? NPR Music culture critic and reporter Rodney Carmichael ruminates on the latest in rap culture. This week: How Yung Miami's summer bop became a sweeping indictment.
	Russell Brand is convicted of rape, and judge says he'll get a prison term A prosecutor described Brand as a ruthless, calculating, manipulative "sexual predator." Brand, 51, denied the charges, saying he had never forced anyone to do something against their will.
	Multiple people injured in shooting at Iowa post office; suspect detained Breaking.
	Two men charged in internet sting in Louisa County plead guilty Two men caught in an internet sting in Louisa County plead guilty to their charges.
	Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars Sweepstakes official rules Official rules for this sweepstakes
	Snowblower Giveaway Official Rules Official rules for this sweepstakes
	Three things to know: Nov. 5, 2026 Vintage flea market grand opening in Moline, Bettendorf PD will host a safety class for Quad City kids, and a forecast update.
	Bronx Wanderers to bring music, comedy, to Adler Theatre The Bronx Wanderers, a high-energy group featuring a father, his two sons, and their closest friends, will be in concert May 29, 2027, at The Adler Theatre, Davenport, a news release says. The group blends family stories with a soundtrack that includes hits by Dion and The Belmonts, Frankie Valli, The Beach Boys, Billy Joel, [...]
	Honor veterans, enjoy music and shop early for the holidays \| Dani's Weekend Rundown for Nov. 5-8 Whether it's Veterans Day, Thanksgiving or Christmas, there are several holidays right around the corner. Find out how and where you can celebrate.
	Typical November weather Cooler temperatures are expected for the next few days. After more showers today, it dries out across the Quad Cities Here's your complete 7-day forecast.
	Midterms in the Quad-Cities: Election night captures historic wins, voters' voices Here are five quotes from election day that share the feelings of wins and losses.
	Teens worldwide aren't getting enough exercise -- especially girls A new study looks at the recommended amount of daily exercise for adolescents — and how few are getting it.
	New special education school in Kewanee bringing services closer to students About two dozen students started attending Wings Academy in September, but until it opened, they had to travel up to an hour to get the same services.
	Unwind By Design, a new pottery studio in Geneseo to hold grand opening Saturday Unwind in a cozy, welcoming space while painting pottery and spending time with friends & family. No experience needed or reservation required.
	Sen. Gillibrand says Democrats must end Iran war, hold Trump accountable. But how? Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand spoke with Morning Edition about Democrats' priorities, from lowering costs to ending the Iran war. But questions remain about how they'll deliver.
	1 person taken to hospital after early-morning fire in Camanche One person was taken to the hospital after an early-morning fire in Camanche.
	River Landings This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.As romantic and as mythic as the Mississippi River is, the names of towns sprinkled along its banks are fairly…
	Trump's arch is on the verge of federal approval. But a judge could block construction A federal panel will meet to consider the arch for final approval on Thursday, and the government said it may begin construction later that same day. Critics hope a judge will intervene last-minute.
	Amazon offers Thanksgiving dinner for $25 You can get everything you need for the big day delivered to your door with the $25 Amazon Thanksgiving dinner.
	The South flexes political power in midterms, sets regional influence in 2028 election Tuesday's dramatic midterm results have transformed the electoral map, ensuring the path to future power for Democrats and Republicans must run through the South and its diverse voting population.
	Bob Dylan comes knockin' on pope's door as Leo welcomes legend to Vatican The American singer-songwriter and poet visited with the American pope at the Vatican during a break between concert dates in Italy. The Vatican said the encounter was brief.
Wednesday, November 4th, 2026
	Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong sentenced to 10 years in prison Wong was sentenced for his second conviction under a Beijing-imposed national security law, in a case that critics say reflects the crackdown on the city's once-thriving pro-democracy movement.
	3 Scott county voting precincts to be audited Auditor Kerri Tompkins said voting machines at precincts D22, D54 and B53 had intermittent issues in getting a ballot reject code.
	Register to win tickets to opening night of Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars Three winners will be selected to receive 4 tickets to opening night on December 3rd.
	New special education school in Kewanee brings students closer to the services they need About two dozen students started attending Wings Academy in September, but until it opened, they had to travel up to an hour to get the same services.
	No major injuries after 11-year-old struck by vehicle in Silvis Silvis Police Chief Gene Karzin said the child did not have any major injuries. It happened near George O. Barr Elementary School.

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