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Monday, October 26th, 2026
	5 years after Melissa Trumpy vanished, search for answers continues Five years after Melissa Trumpy vanished in Illinois, investigators say they are still pursuing leads to find her.
	Festival of Trees brings 'Winter Wonderland' to RiverCenter There will soon be a “Winter Wonderland” in downtown Davenport as Quad City Arts’ Festival of Trees returns to the RiverCenter from November 21–29. The holiday celebration, now in its 41st year, brings together holiday decor, local performances, family activities and special events to support arts experiences throughout the Quad Cities. This year’s theme, “Winter [...]
	Trick-or-treat times for towns in and around the Quad Cities area Grab your costumes and candy buckets! Halloween is coming up this Saturday, Oct. 31.
	Suspect in deadly 2025 Davenport motorcycle crash arrested in Mexico pleads not guilty Samantha Burke died after the motorcycle she was riding on, driven by Alex Uthoff, crashed in May 2025.
	Profiles in Faith: Beit Shalom Jewish Community in the Quad Cities Welcomes New Rabbi Monday means another weekend of religious services across the Quad Cities has come and gone. WVIK’s Joseph Leahy recently joined worshipers at Beit Shalom Jewish Community in Davenport and has this profile in faith.
	Rep. Nunn on questions about how expensive things are now U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn wants a third term in Congress and said that he will address the higher cost of living.
	Beyond the Badge: Rock Island High School resource officer dives in for others Jacklyn Young just finished her first quarter as Rock Island High School's resource officer and alum. Now, she dives into duty, serving students and the community.
	Trump administration pushes for food assistance card upgrade to fight fraud The proposed rule is a major step forward in addressing a form of fraud that has robbed SNAP recipients of millions.
	Judge says DOJ illegally fired the daughter of former FBI director Comey Maurene Comey served as a federal prosecutor in Manhattan for around a decade. A judicial ruling finding her dismissal unlawful adds to concerns of politically motivated firings at the DOJ.
	Firefighters share details on response to Quaker Oats explosion Officials have said no one was hurt or killed in that fire.
	Meet the candidates running for Rock Island County Clerk Democrat incumbent Karen Kinney is not seeking re-election. Democrat Maggie Crouch and Republican Steven Rugh are vying for the open seat.
	Three things to know: Oct. 26, 2026 Clinton data center hearing, no sticker yard waste collection in Davenport and an update on the forecast.
	Nahant Marsh named Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area site Nahant Marsh Education Center in Davenport has officially been designated as a Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area (SSNHA) site. There will be a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. at Nahant Marsh, 4220 Wapello Avenue in Davenport, and representatives from Nahant Marsh, Silos & Smokestacks and area partners will be on [...]
	A record number of women are running for state legislatures this year A record number of women are running for state legislative seats this November, more than two-thirds of whom are Democrats.
	Tips to safely enjoy Halloween this weekend The American Red Cross of Illinois is reminding all who will be celebrating this Halloween how to do so safely.
	Al's Burgers to open third location in Milan Al's Burgers is planning to open its third location in Milan before the end of the year.
	Enjoy Mozart, Brahms, Reinecke in 'Light, Lyric and Lofty' at Knox Galesburg Symphony The Knox-Galesburg Symphony presents its second performance of the season, “Light, Lyric and Lofty,” on November 14 at The Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg Street in Galesburg. The doors will open at 6 p.m. and the concert starts at 7 p.m. Click here for tickets, call the Orpheum Theater at (309) 342-2299 or visit the [...]
	These 'Seven Stories About Tammy' add up to one brilliant piece of writing Elizabeth McCracken's connected short stories chronicle a family's encounters with their eldest son's girlfriend and eventual wife. This slim collection is so engaging, you may want to read it twice.
	Effigy Mounds Visitor Center gets $3.5M for new exhibits New exhibits and an educational film will be installed alongside a visitor center renovation.
	Bettendorf Recap: enrollment, superintendent settlement and superintendent search Enrollment, superintendent settlement and superintendent search were discussed by the Bettendorf School Board this week.
	AI giant Anthropic files for an IPO that could break records The AI company, which makes the popular Claude chatbot, has filed for an initial public offering that could be one of the biggest ever.
	Australian judge rejects prisoner's human rights challenge to Vegemite ban Andre McKechnie, 55, is serving a life sentence for murder. He took his battle for the salty, sticky, black-brown byproduct of brewing beer to the court last year. He argued being refused Vegemite breached the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act.
	What to know about China's plenum as Xi seeks stronger party discipline This closed-door gathering that started Monday comes about a year before Xi is expected to secure a fourth term and personnel changes to key leadership bodies.
	Quad Cities Interfaith celebrates 40 years, honors former president The coalition focused on faith-based social justice honored its past while staying committed to the future.
	Man airlifted after motorcycle crash in Jo Daviess County A man was airlifted to Rockford after a motorcycle crash in Jo Daviess County.
	Miller Program will focus on Steve Sullivan's photography, art The November Miller Program will be presented at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9, at the Windmill Cultural Center at 111 10th Ave., downtown Fulton, according to a news release. The Volunteer Millers will sponsor an evening of photography from professional photographer Steve Sullivan. Sullivan is a commercial photographer and artist who grew up in Rock [...]
	ABC’s ‘This Week’ speaks with Hinson, Turek ahead of midterms The candidates spoke with Jon Karl for ABC’s “This Week.”
	From farm crisis to housing justice: Quad Cities Interfaith celebrates 40 years Quad Cities Interfaith marked 40 years of community organizing, honoring leaders for work on housing justice, mental health courts and rent abatement.
	Biz Bytes: Third Place QC awarded $20K grant, UnityPoint expands breast cancer screen and more local economic news Third Place QC awarded $20K grant, UnityPoint expands breast cancer screen and more Quad-Cities economic news.
	Catholic bishops regret White House prayer photo with Trump, say it was used politically The bishop of Des Moines issued a statement making clear he felt the White House had taken advantage of the bishops.
	Coal Valley Fareway to open, Fatwoods BBQ Smokehouse ribbon-cutting and more Quad-Cities business news Read about the Coal Valley Fareway opening Wednesday, a fine-dining restaurant closing, Fatwoods BBQ Smokehouse ribbon-cutting and more.
	Rock Island County real estate transactions for October 25, 2026 Here are homes sales and property sales in Rock Island County.
	PAC celebrates 90 years of sharing the night sky After nearly a century, the Popular Astronomy Club plans to “keep looking up” and continues inspiring Quad-Cities residents to explore the night sky.
	Great Oaks High School & Career Center to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday Great Oaks High School & Career Center will celebrate the opening of its new Davenport campus at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday.
	Some Muscatine sports facilities will close for season The Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department has announced that Kent Stein Park and the Muscatine Soccer Complex, including Soccer West, will close for the 2026 season after activities on Sunday, Nov. 1. Organizations and individuals interested in scheduling practices, league play, tournaments, or other activities for the 2027 season should contact the Parks and Recreation [...]
	Couple more dry days for the Quad Cities After a very warm Sunday, temperatures will continue to stay above average through the upcoming weekend. It'll stay dry today and tomorrow, but rain chances return midweek. Here's your full 7-day forecast.
	McCabe's This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.In real life, there sometimes is such a thing as a straw that breaks the camel's back. For downtown Rock Island, that…
	National Coalition of Labor celebrates new health center in Rock Island The center provides more than 2,700 members and their families with no-cost primary care, behavioral health, chiropractic care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and provider dispensing.
	Trump escalates anti-Muslim attacks against El-Sayed in Michigan President Trump intensified his anti-Muslim rhetoric against Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed on Sunday, portraying him as a threat to national security and questioning his loyalty to the United States.
	Special ed diaries: Teachers tell NPR about their most joyous, most difficult moments What makes special education teaching jobs so hard to fill? NPR set out to find some answers by talking to more than a dozen teachers who do this work every day.
	Loggers say Roadless Rule repeal won't solve their biggest challenges President Trump is planning to open up some of the nation's last pristine forests to road building and timber companies. But those who work in the woods say it won't do enough to revive the industry.
Sunday, October 25th, 2026
	Quad Cities Interfaith celebrates 40 years of faith-based social justice work Quad Cities Interfaith marked its 40th anniversary in Davenport, honoring its legacy of faith-based social justice while looking toward the future.
	Bix race director Michelle Juehring reflects on her breast cancer journey Michelle Juehring doesn't take a moment for granted. "I try to live in the moment, no regrets. So leading up to doing something I try to enjoy the journey, the training part, as well as the competition part itself," Juehring said. She has that mindset because she knows life can change in a split second. [...]
	Rock Island teen accused of hitting vehicle, running from police in stolen car A Rock Island teen is accused of hitting another vehicle and running from police in a stolen car, officials said.
	Pilot crashed while doing touch-and-go’s near Geneseo, FAA says The plane, now identified as a VANS RV8, crashed into a field on the departure end of the runway while doing touch-and-go’s, according to a preliminary incident report on Thursday.
	Brazil's left-wing President Lula elected for fourth term Brazil's 80-year-old left-wing leader President Lula defeats Flávio Bolsonaro in a bitterly contested runoff.
	Apparent explosion sparks fire at Quaker Oats plant in Cedar Rapids An apparent explosion triggered a fire at the Quaker Oats plant in downtown Cedar Rapids on Saturday afternoon, prompting an emergency response.
	Look up: Where to spot Saturn Sunday night The full moon will rise particularly early Sunday night, becoming visible at sunset - which is supposed to be at 6:06 p.m.
	Boo at the Zoo draws hundreds of costumed families to Niabi Zoo Hundreds of families gathered for Boo at the Zoo, enjoying treats, costumes and rides on the Niabi Zoo train during the annual Halloween event.
	Rock Island police investigate early morning shooting that injured 18-year-old An 18-year-old man was wounded in a shooting early Sunday in Rock Island after multiple shots were detected and reported in the area of 12th Street.
	Davenport Halloween Parade fills downtown with costumes, candy and culture Downtown Davenport came alive with candy, costumes and community spirit at the annual Halloween Parade, where one group showcased Day of the Dead traditions.
	Rock Island police investigate overnight shooting that injured 18-year-old An 18-year-old man suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound in a Rock Island shooting early Sunday. Police are investigating.
	Car crashes into gravestones at Floyd Cemetery in Sioux City About a dozen headstones in one of Sioux City’s oldest cemeteries are now damaged after a single vehicle rollover that happened on Friday, Oct. 23.
	Above average weather continues this week After just this past week with temperatures staying above normal in the Quad Cities, more of that weather is on the way. Temperatures for the final week of October are going to continue to stay in the low to mid 70s throughout the week and even into next weekend. Last week, temperatures were more than [...]
	Man transported for gunshot wound in Rock Island shots-fired incident A man was transported to the hospital following a shots-fired incident in Rock Island. According to a release, the Rock Island Police Department received an alert of shots fired in the 1000 block of 12th St. October 25 at approximately 12:29 a.m. Around 30 seconds later, the department received multiple 911 calls of shots being [...]
	Illinois high school football opening round playoffs: Oct. 24 Watch highlights from local Illinois high school football teams opening round of the playoffs.
	U.S. measles cases more than double what they were last year as outbreak spreads Pennsylvania is the worst hit state, with at least 1,338 cases of measles confirmed in 44 counties so far this year, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
	Man wounded in Rock Island shooting early Sunday An 18-year-old man was wounded in a shooting early Sunday in Rock Island.
	Annual Halloween parade returns to downtown Davenport The city’s annual Halloween parade kicked off at 2 p.m. at the intersection of 2nd Street and Pershing Avenue, according to a media release.
	‘Back from the Dead’ Halloween experience returns to downtown Rock Island Downtown Rock Island's annual ‘Back from the Dead’ Halloween experience brings together local businesses for family-friendly activities, with a free trolley ride.
	Iowa governor race sees record fundraising Iowa’s competitive congressional and statewide races have brought in record high campaign fundraising hauls for the state ahead of the Nov. 3, 2026 election.
	Proposed closing of 4 low-level prison facilities draws sharp rebuke in Du Quoin A plan to close four downstate correctional facilities drew strong opposition at a public hearing Wednesday in Du Quoin.
	Teen shot in head in overnight Rock Island shooting Rock Island Police found an 18-year-old man suffering a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the head early Sunday.
	Blanche defends DOJ lawsuit blocking Alaska Senate results if Republican loses Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the Justice Department's suit over Alaska's Senate race in an interview on CNN.
	Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado returns after months in exile Machado announced her arrival on social media, writing "I am here. With you."
	Israelis have changed. Will they change their leadership? Israel is holding a general election this week after years of war. For many Israelis, shaken by the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks and years of war, it is the most consequential in decades.
	How much have home prices increased in Illinois over 5 years? If you're looking to buy a home in Missouri or Illinois, chances are you'll pay quite a bit more than you would have five years ago.
	Candidates for Iowa's 98th District election discuss the economy and education Read about what issues matter for the two candidates in the general election. The winner will represent Iowa's 98th House District come January.
	Breast cancer recovery: What patients should know about radiation and reconstruction Breast cancer treatment has come a long way. MercyOne Genesis experts explain how radiation advances and reconstruction options are helping patients navigate recovery.
	MARK-TO-MARKET: Retailers, consumers brace for the holiday shopping season This is the first time holiday spending is expected to break the $1 trillion mark.
	The College of Magic turns ordinary kids into confident, top-hat wearing magicians The students, many from marginalized communities, learn to conjure up candy, do card tricks — and face the world with a confident, creative and resilient mindset.
	Timber Ridge, first affordable housing development in Davenport, grand opening Wednesday Woda Cooper and Parallel Housing, Inc. to celebrate grand opening of Timber Ridge, new affordable senior living community in Davenport
	In this new kids' book, it's 'Snow Geese Season' for a little boy and his Pop Every fall, snow geese migrating south stop in Vermont and cover the ground in a snowy white blanket. Now, a new picture book celebrates that real-life awe-inspiring event.
	Promised Land This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.If there is a rich heart of the heart of the Illinois prairie, it would be Henry County just south of here. In the…
	When a teen posts a selfie, how much filter is 'too much' filter? The recent Meta settlement includes a clause banning "cosmetic procedure filters" for teens. But defining what constitutes an extreme makeover isn't easy.
	In Arkansas, Democrats see an opening at the edge of the competitive midterms map In a sign of the potentially dire midterm political environment, Republicans have spent millions of dollars playing defense in Arkansas, one of the most conservative states in the country.
	More dads taking paid family leave for a new baby, sometimes as much as moms are The U.S. has no national law for paid parental leave. But in states that do, more dads are using the benefit, sometimes more than moms. The change comes as Americans say having kids is unaffordable.
	Soldiers guard center of Milan as thousands of protesters march in cities across Europe While protests in France have claimed most international attention, large demonstrations also rocked many European cities Saturday from Milan to Rome to Madrid, Lisbon and Tirana.
	Halloween costume swaps: Reducing the night's spooky environmental impact Every Halloween, costumes get their big moment. But every year, millions end up in a landfill after a single use, and many are made from synthetic plastics that don't easily break down, contributing to environmental pollution.
Saturday, October 24th, 2026
	Boo at the Zoo returned to Niabi Zoo this weekend Families dressed up and collected candy from local businesses as Boo at the Zoo returns to Niabi Zoo this weekend.
	Fundraiser at Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds supports pancreatic cancer patients The Ohl Strong Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Tailgate raises money for local families affected by the disease, helping cover expenses such as travel for treatment.
	Back From the Dead Halloween experience returns to downtown Rock Island Downtown Rock Island businesses are hosting family-friendly Halloween events during Back From the Dead, with free trolley rides connecting locations.
	Drought, fire and high diesel prices 'addin' up tough' for Oregon ranchers Record diesel prices are kicking Western ranchers while they're down. Drought means they have to buy extra hay, and pay truckers extra to deliver it because of fuel price hikes.
	Illinois ranks #1 for producing pumpkins Illinois once again ranks as the nation's top pumpkin producer. New USDA data shows the state produced 533 million pumpkins in 2025. That total is more than three times California, which ranked second with 162 million. Illinois also led the country in pumpkin acreage, with nearly 15,000 acres, though production has rebounded from 2024. The [...]
	Muscatine closes portion of West Mississippi Drive over safety concerns The City of Muscatine has closed part of West Mississippi Drive along the riverfront between the 500 and 800 blocks due to safety concerns.
	City of Muscatine implements emergency road closure in bluff area Because of safety concerns related to instability in the bluff area along West Mississippi Drive, the City of Muscatine has implemented an emergency road closure on West Mississippi Drive between the 500 and 800 blocks, according to a news release. The closure is effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice. Motorists are [...]
	Racers from eight states sizzle in competition at West Liberty Raceway Night 1 of the 2026 Liberty 100 was one to remember, when racers from eight states took part in Friday’s races. The action started early. In MLRA qualifying, Chris Simpson set a new track record. His time of 17.560 seconds was more than a half-second faster than the old mark set in 2009. In fact, [...]
	Five QCA subways close; franchisee says he 'just ran out of time' The franchisee of five Illinois Quad Cities Subways has closed all five of the stores. Gerold Shelton told Our Quad Cities News on Saturday that he has a store in Moline on 19th Avenue, inside the Moline Walmart, and others in Milan, Coal Valley and Aledo. “I’ve been a franchisee with Subway since 2021, and [...]
	Niabi Zoo hosts ‘Boo at the Zoo’ for Halloween fun Niabi Zoo held its “Boo at the Zoo” event Saturday.
	Bohannan, union members launch labor-focused voter outreach in Davenport Christina Bohannan joined union members in Davenport to encourage voter turnout this election season.
	Fundraiser at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds is raising awareness about the impact of pancreatic cancer. A fundraiser at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds is bringing attention to pancreatic cancer and supporting efforts to raise awareness about the disease.
	Bluff instability, safety concerns close stretch of West Mississippi Drive in Muscatine indefinitely A section of West Mississippi Drive in Muscatine has been closed indefinitely as officials assess safety risks from unstable bluff conditions.
	Muscatine closes road due to instability It's an Our Quad Cities News traffic alert. Muscatine has implemented an emergency road closure. According to a release from the City of Muscatine, W. Mississippi Dr. between the 500 and 800 blocks is closed due to instability in the bluff area. The closure will remain in place until further notice. Motorists are urged to [...]
	Fire, explosion reported at downtown Cedar Rapids factory Cedar Rapids Fire Department is responding to a fire at an area on the back side of the Quaker Oats facility in downtown Cedar Rapids.
	Six Flags says it will install seat belts on Georgia roller coaster after rider’s death Six Flags says it will install seat belts on the Georgia roller coaster from which a rider fell to his death earlier this month.
	Candidates for Iowa governor discuss their top priorities: cancer, cost of living In the race for Iowa governor, Democrat Rob Sand and Republican Zach Lahn agree addressing high cancer rates and making life more affordable for Iowans are their top priorities if elected Nov. 3, 2026 — but the candidates shared different opinions on how to tackle these problems.
	QCA’s most photgenic fall color spots: 6 can’t-miss drives, plus metro favorites From Dubuque to Burlington: 6 scenic drives peaking now, plus metro favorites close to home.
	Davenport shooting leaves one man dead, one man charged with murder A man was charged with first-degree murder after allegedly shooting another man who later died at MercyOne Genesis in Davenport.
	Traffic Alert: Bluff instability forces emergency road closure in Muscatine West Mississippi Drive is closed between the 500 and 800 blocks due to bluff instability, the City of Muscatine announced.
	Ukraine says Starlink is back to normal after disruptions Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that normal Starlink operating speeds were restored after more than a week of disruptions.

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