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Wednesday, October 21st, 2026
	Zelenskyy says early warning system for Russian missile attacks resumes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the change happened after talks with his American counterparts, including a phone call with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
	Bohannan, Miller-Meeks face off in only debate of 2026 cycle Republican U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Democratic challenger Christina Bohannan sparred over tariffs, the Iran War, and public safety in the sole debate of the election.
	France announces nightly curfews 'for as long as necessary' in Paris and other cities Fresh curfews were being imposed across the city centers of Paris and Lyon on Tuesday after the first quiet night since France's most destructive rioting in years.
	United Nations report highlights significant increase in U.S. climate pollution The U.S. is the only major economy where planet-warming pollution dramatically increased last year. The United Nations warns the planet is on track for catastrophic warming.
Tuesday, October 20th, 2026
	‘Back from the Dead’ brings all‑day Halloween fun to downtown Rock Island Oct. 24 Back from the Dead returns to Rock Island on Oct. 24 with Halloween‑themed activities across 19 locations, free trolley rides, a new Monster Mission game and special experiences from Skellington Manor Event Center.
	Barry Dykhuizen is Moline's new city administrator Dykhuizen served as interim city administrator following Bob Vitas' resignation. Before that, he was the assistant city administrator.
	Resident and dog rescued from Monmouth house fire The cause of the fire is under investigation.
	Barry Dykhuizen becomes Moline's new city administrator Dykhuizen served as interim city administrator following Bob Vitas' resignation. Before that, he was the assistant city administrator.
	Miller-Meeks, Bohannan debate ahead of House race in Iowa's 1st Congressional District The race has become a flashpoint in Democrats' efforts to retake the House from Republican control.
	Chris Jones, Democratic candidate for Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, visits Davenport Jones is running against Republican Mike Naig, who has held the position since 2018.
	QCA chiropractor surrenders license after allegations of nonconsensual sexual contact A Quad-Cities area chiropractor has agreed to surrender his license after he was accused of initiating nonconsensual sexual contact with a patient, according to Chiropractic Board of the State of Iowa documents. The Iowa Board of Chiropractic recently charged Gary Parsons, whose practice was in Camanche, with engaging in professional incompetence, "specifically for failing to [...]
	Illinois bill requires data centers to report electricity use A bill in Illinois would make data centers account for all the electricity they use. The Data Center Energy Accountability Act (House Bill 5826) would require data centers to report power use hour by hour and make or buy clean energy credits to cover it all. Centers that fall short would pay a fee, and [...]
	Some on DOJ's 20,000 "likely" noncitizen list in Calif. appear to be U.S.-born Election officials in Los Angeles County say their preliminary analysis of the federal government's list of 20,000 "likely" noncitizens registered to vote in California shows the list is "unreliable."
	Amid criminal investigation, Iowa chiropractor surrenders his license An eastern Iowa chiropractor accused of initiating “nonconsensual” sexual contact with patients has agreed to voluntarily surrender his license.
	Rock Island housing project that will provide 25 affordable homes for veterans is nearing completion The tiny home community features one- and two-bedroom layouts and a community center designed to connect veterans with important resources.
	Central DeWitt voters to decide on $33.7 million school bond Central DeWitt School District voters will decide on a $33.7 million bond for building renovations, with district leaders saying it won't raise property taxes.
	Woman charged with child endangerment after car crash A Davenport woman faces child endangerment, OWI and marijuana charges after a car crash injured a child passenger, according to police affidavits.
	Muscatine nonprofit works to break down barriers for workers with disabilities October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. So far this year, Crossroads Inc. has helped 10 local people with disabilities secure employment.
	Harvest Fuel Relief to help farmers with fuel costs during harvest time The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) says it's creating an $8 billion fund to help farmers with the high cost of fuel during harvest time. Diesel fuel prices have doubled with the Iran conflict. Harvest brings double the use of fuel on the farm with combines and grain trucks. The Harvest Fuel Relief (HFR) program [...]
	Rock Island County state's attorney defends constitutionality of Illinois' AI-generated CSAM law A federal judge ruled in August that possessing AI-generated child sexual abuse material is protected under the First Amendment. How it's impacting a local case:
	Passengers honored for life-saving efforts after medical emergency at Quad Cities International Airport On Aug. 14, a United Airlines flight was fully boarded and set to depart when a passenger in the back of the plane suffered a severe medical emergency.
	Don't trash your pumpkins after Halloween. Smash them instead! Every year, millions of pumpkins end up in landfills, where they release greenhouse gases and polluted water runoff. Illinois Extension is hosting a smash on Nov. 7.
	Iowa seniors voice fears over Social Security’s future ahead of midterms Democratic congressional candidate Sarah Trone Garriott says she wants to overhaul the country’s Social Security program if elected. She heard from senior voters about their fears for the future of their retirement at a roundtable Tuesday.
	Muscatine nonprofit Crossroads provides support for workers with disabilities October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, raising awareness of having more inclusive work environments for all people.
	Davenport man sentenced to 20 years in sex abuse case The man was sentenced in Scott County District Court after pleading guilty to two counts of Class C felony lascivious acts with a child.
	Muscatine invites residents to comment on Connect Isett Project The City of Muscatine invites residents, business owners, and travelers who use the Isett Avenue corridor to a public open house on Thursday, Oct. 22, to provide feedback on preliminary design concepts for the Connect Isett Project, according to a news release. The open house will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Musser Public [...]
	'Night of the Living Windows' will creep into downtown Burlington "Night of the Living Windows" will come to life in downtown Burlington from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22. A "Thriller" dance will be held at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. in front of the Capitol Theater. Free horse & trolley rides will be featured. After the event, there will be a scary movie for grownups at [...]
	4 people honored for saving the life of fellow passenger at Quad Cities International Airport On Aug. 14, a United flight was about to depart when a passenger began having a severe medical emergency.
	Enjoy spooky family fun at Fright Night in the Park Bring out the whole family to Schwiebert Riverfront Park for a free evening of ghoulishly good fun! Lauren Coyne and Brent Watkins joined Our Quad Cities News with all the details on Fright Night in the Park. For more information, click here.
	3 children, 1 adult rescued from fire in Moline Other occupants of the residence were able to evacuate safely on their own.
	Family of Iowa woman deported to Sierra Leone calling on government to return her home Fatou Traore was deported on Oct. 13 despite an order of protection, and she was sent to a country she's never even been to.
	Best ways to dispose of Halloween pumpkins The U of Illinois Extension says that in landfills, decomposing pumpkins emit methane, a greenhouse gas. Here's how you can recycle your holiday gourds!
	Freight House Farmers Market warns vendors of Fall Festival scam email Freight House Farmers Market is warning vendors that an email asking them to pay for a Fall Harvest Festival spot is a scam.
	Moline providing food gift cards to residents in need under Meals for the Holidays program The giveaway will take place on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 8 to 11 a.m. at the City Services Center in Moline.
	Meet the candidates running for Iowa House District 69 Incumbent Republican Tom Determann and Democrat Randy Meier, a retired Clinton Police Department detective commander, are vying for the House District 69 seat. The district covers eastern Clinton County.
	LivWell CARES preparing to deliver 1,000 meals to low-income seniors LivWell CARES is also seeking volunteer drivers to deliver the meals throughout the Scott County community.
	Davenport man’s guilty plea cuts possible 91-year sentence to 35 years in sexual-abuse cases A Davenport man has pleaded guilty in two sexual-abuse cases, cutting his possible 91-year prison sentence down to 35 years.
	Louisa Co. drivers asked to avoid U.S. 92 at Co. Road W66 for crash, road reopened The road reopened around 3 p.m.
	Man accused of using hypnosis to entice minors sentenced to prison Court records detail how a Blue Grass man attempted to hypnotize two boys. He now faces four years in prison.
	Third Place QC in need of backpack donations The Third Place QC has run out of backpacks and is asking for the community's help.
	Nigeria confirms an Ebola case in Abuja as a woman arriving from Uganda tests positive Nigeria is the latest country to report an Ebola case as the outbreak spreads across the region. Kenya confirmed its first case earlier this month and has since recorded nine infections.
	Davenport mom arrested after allegedly crashing car while drunk with child in backseat A Davenport mom was arrested on Monday after allegedly crashing her car into a telephone pole while drunk with her child in the backseat and then walking away from the scene.
	Traffic Alert: Louisa Co. drivers asked to avoid U.S. 92 at Co. Road W66 for crash Drivers are being asked to avoid Highway 92 at County Road W66 for a crash around 1:40 p.m., according to a Facebook post.
	Cooper Alan, Thomas Mac playing Rhythm City Casino Cooper Alan and Thomas Mac are coming to the Event Center at Rhythm City Casino, 7077 Elmore Avenue in Davenport, on Saturday, April 17, 2027 at 8 p.m. Tickets will be available online or at The Market at Rhythm City. There will be a presale starting on October 22 at 10 a.m. and general ticket [...]
	FBI investigates ‘suspicious envelope’ delivered to Eric Sorensen’s Rockford office The FBI investigates a suspicious envelope sent to Congressman Eric Sorensen’s office Monday.
	USDA argues in court it isn’t required to crack down on Iowa puppy mills USDA lawyers argue in court the agency isn't required to enforce the Animal Welfare Act, weeks after vowing to crack down on puppy mills.
	The Phoenix, Davenport, to close its doors A Davenport restaurant that has served Quad City diners for well over a decade is closing its doors. A post on The Phoenix Davenport’s Facebook page this morning announced the decision to close the restaurant. “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closing of The Phoenix. After 16.5 wonderful years, we are incredibly [...]
	As Iowa harvest picks up, state officials urge farmers to vote early Iowa's corn and soybean harvest is running 20 points behind average, and officials are urging busy farmers to fit in an early vote before Nov. 3.
	Programming Note: 6 p.m. news to stream on KWQC+ The 6 p.m. newscast will be streamed on KWQC+ Tuesday due to the NBA season tip-off.
	2026 Toys for Tots season getting underway in the Quad Cities metro The first round of verification will be held Oct. 24 and Oct. 25 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
	LivWell CARES offers holiday meals for low-income seniors LivWell CARES is making sure low-income seniors in Scott County have holiday meals at Thanksgiving and Christmas. The nonprofit is preparing to deliver 1,000 meals to low-income seniors in Scott County this holiday season and says seniors who need a holiday meal should register now. The annual program provides free, hot holiday meals to older [...]
	Two Rivers United Methodist Church using real-time translation devices during worship Two Rivers United Methodist Church in Rock Island has begun using new real‑time translation devices to make worship more accessible for multilingual and immigrant congregation members. The devices allow worshippers to hear services in their preferred language, beginning with Swahili and expanding as needed. The devices are worn over listeners’ ears. A computer program listens [...]
	Training program for students with disabilities launches at 3rd Trinity location A workforce training program for students with disabilities is launching at a third UnityPoint Health - Trinity location in the QCA.
	The Phoenix Restaurant closing in Davenport The restaurant announced it will close after over 16 years of business.
	Fire breaks out in Moline's Old Towne neighborhood News 8 is on the scene as we work to gather more information.
	No-party voters to decide high-stakes midterms, political expert says A political expert says no-party voters play a major role in who wins the midterm elections.
	Downtown Davenport Phoenix restaurant to close after 16 years "It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closing of The Phoenix," the restaurant said on Facebook.
	Rail crossing repairs to close part of 4th Avenue in Rock Island Rock Island crews will begin railroad crossing repairs at 44th Street and 4th Avenue this weekend.
	Vanessa Kerry is the new WHO envoy for health resilience. What's on her to-do list? A respected figure in the world of global health, Dr. Kerry takes on a new responsibility. She says it's challenging but not "daunting."
	Rock Island railroad crossing work leads to detour A repair at a railroad crossing means a detour for drivers in Rock Island starting this Friday, according to a news release from the city. A detour will be set up between 44th Street and 46th Street along 5th Avenue starting on Friday, Oct. 23 for a railroad crossing repair at 44th Street and 4th [...]
	Iowa's newest Safe Haven Baby Box officially opens in the Quad Cities' area The boxes allow parents to surrender custody of an infant anonymously. MercyOne box in Davenport is the fifth in Iowa. Illinois residents can use the baby box.
	Portion of 7th Street closed after fire breaks out at Moline apartment A fire broke out at a Moline apartment Tuesday morning.
	Crews responding to Moline structure fire Our Quad Cities News is on the scene of a structure fire in the area of 7th Street and 18th Avenue in Moline. Smoke from the fire could be seen from the Bettendorf Sky Cam.
	Meet the candidates running for Iowa Attorney General DES MOINES, Iowa — Attorney General Brenna Bird is the first Republican to serve in that office since 1979 and she is defending her seat this November against Democratic challenger Nate Willems. Both candidates running for Iowa's top law enforcement position say they're the best candidate for the job. While Willems says it's time for [...]
	Ameren offers $10M in energy bill assistance Funding available for customers in Illinois and Missouri ahead of colder weather.
	High diesel prices squeeze Iowa farmers during harvest Record fuel costs add to years of declining farm income
	Iowa Cold Case Unit receives funding for advanced DNA testing State officials say this could finally bring answers to families awaiting justice in Iowa’s cold cases.
	Downtown Davenport restaurant to close after 16 years The Phoenix Restaurant & Martini Bar announced it will be closing after 16.5 years.
	Here’s what you need to know ahead of Tuesday’s 1st Congressional District Debate Today is the big day! Christina Bohannan and Mariannette Miller-Meeks will face-off in a live debate starting at 7 p.m.
	Eastern Iowa Community Colleges cuts ribbon on renovated Gaekle Hall Eastern Iowa Community Colleges Muscatine Campus held a ribbon cutting Tuesday for the newly renovated Gaekle Hall.
	'Brother of the More Famous Jack' finds its way to a new generation of readers It is hard not to fall in love with Katherine Browne, the eager to please, mini-skirted narrator in Barbara Trapido's 40-plus-year-old debut novel, reissued this month.
	Fundraising campaign aims to bring Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library back to Rock Island County The Rock Island Public Library Foundation has launched a fundraising campaign to raise $36,205 to bring Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library back to Rock Island County, providing free monthly books to nearly 8,500 children.
	Muscatine Community College unveils $2.2 million renovation of Gaekle Hall Agriculture students at MCC once traveled between buildings for classes. Now, a renovated Gaekle Hall gives them a central space to learn and collaborate.
	Genesius Guild will hold 'Spooky Shakespeare' fundraising performance The Genesius Guild will turn Halloween into a fundraising event and performance at the Hauberg Estate, Rock Island, on Friday, Oct. 23, along with having some fun with the spooky side of Shakespeare, a news release says. The event is free, but the guild hold will solicit donations and hold a silent auction to support the [...]
	Witches' Walk and Costume Contest will haunt LeClaire The annual Witches' Walk and Costume Contest will be 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, in LeClaire, according to a news release. Here’s what’s brewing: Well-behaved furry friends on leashes are welcome to join the fun in costume, but they won't be judged separately.
	New exhibition at Sandburg, Galesburg, features artworks by Bishop Hill artist The latest art show at Sandburg features works by award-winning local artist Katrina Morrison. Morrison’s “Politics of Intention” is up in the Sandburg art gallery on the Galesburg campus through Dec. 8. An opening reception, free and open to the public, will be from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 23. Regular gallery hours are 8 a.m.-6 p.m. [...]
	Visit Quad Cities to host annual Destination QC! Event on Oct. 29 The event is free and open to all, allowing attendees to connect and network with fellow community members, exchange ideas, and more.
	Democrat Tom Wieck challenging incumbent Kerry Gruenhagen in Senate district 41 race A farmer and a retired businessman are on the ballot for the District 41 senate seat in Iowa.
	Warm days and cool nights I hope you're loving the weather because no big changes are expected. Dry weather is going to stick around this week. Here's your full 7-day forecast.
	Clinton Community College begins search for new president as Brian Kelly prepares to leave After six years leading Clinton Community College, Brian Kelly is stepping down. College officials are developing a transition plan and preparing to find his successor.
	Davis acquires two-building ORA Orthopedics portfolio in the Quad Cities The approximately $19 Million acquisition expands Davis’ footprint in both Iowa and Illinois.
	Quad Cities Leadership Academy returns in January 2027 Nine-month program will equip new and mid-level managers with practical leadership skills, community connections and hands-on experience.
	Davenport man reaches plea deal in sexual abuse cases, reducing prison exposure from 91 to 35 years Two sexual abuse cases, three felony convictions and a plea deal that reduces potential prison time by 56 years. A Scott County man awaits sentencing.
	What if an AI bubble bursts — and that accelerates AI job losses? Research on past recessions suggests downturns can accelerate automation. That raises the specter of a double whammy for workers.
	Captain Stubbs This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Henry David Thoreau advised the readers of Walden to be tolerant of those who live outside the norm. "Perhaps they hear…
	TikTok staff raised child safety alarms. Court records show executives failed to act The warnings surfaced in a trove of unreported court records. "I have been fighting about fixing this for months with people who didn't think the harms are severe enough," wrote one executive.
	Why are some food prices up and others down? Here are the stories of 5 items Here's what's behind the fluctuating costs of everyday grocery items such as ground beef, eggs and chocolate chip cookies.
	COMIC: Backpacking teaches artist lessons in patience, trust and friendship Comic artist Dabin Han shares how backpacking as a novice has helped her push through discomfort and allowed her to make new friends across the country.
	Rays will face Brewers in World Series to produce a first-time champion The Rays will face the NL champion Milwaukee Brewers in the first matchup in which both teams are seeking their first World Series title since 1980.
	Alberta voters reject a move toward independence in referendum backing Canadian unity Voters in Canada's oil-rich province of Alberta have rejected a proposal to begin a process toward independence, results showed early Tuesday, delivering a victory for supporters of Canadian unity.
Monday, October 19th, 2026
	Former Hawkeye Joe Conklin shares analysis on Iowa vs Minnesota Former Iowa defensive back and Assumption graduate Joe Conklin shared his analysis on Iowa vs Minnesota.
	Newly released winter outlook favors milder winter as super El Nino builds Breaking down the 2026-2027 NOAA Winter Weather Outlook, and what it means for the QCA.
	Sterling City Council approves Northland Mall incentives By allowing the mall owner to be reimbursed for portions of development, the city manager hopes he can give the mall a boost.
	Galesburg to seek additional PFAS contamination settlements In 2021, the city joined a class action against companies the city said contributed to elevated PFAS levels in the Oquakwa wells.
	Galesburg approves funding for future National Railroad Hall of Fame The city pledged $1 million for the project, as long as the museum came up with $6 million from other pledges.
	Davenport's Phoenix Restaurant to close Restaurant officials said in a Facebook comment that "they shut us down tonight" but did not provide any more details.
	Federal grant investing into Iowa rail infrastructure The funding could be a major win for the effort to establish passenger rail between Chicago and the Quad Cities.
	3 Rock Island County fire protection districts to work together under single name Each district will remain autonomous with separate boards and local control over collected tax dollars. Response, training and planning will be done as a team.
	Galesburg to seek additional class action settlements surrounding PFAS contamination In 2021, the city joined a class action against companies the city said contributed to elevated PFAS levels in the Oquakwa wells.
	Sterling City Council approves incentive to attract more tenants to Northland Mall By allowing the mall owner to be reimbursed for portions of development, the city manager hopes he can give the mall a boost.

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