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Friday, November 21st, 2025
	A Jerkwater Town This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Pity poor Davenport, having to live twelve miles away from Walcott, Iowa. For the past 150 years Davenport has tried to…
	This weekend, artists are speaking out across the country Artists in more than 40 states are spending Friday and Saturday participating in the "Fall of Freedom" – which they say represents a creative resistance to authoritarianism.
	Brain scientists are seeking weight-loss drugs without the nausea Weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound often cause nausea and other side effects. Brain scientists are looking for ways to solve this problem.
	Russian hacking suspect wanted by the FBI arrested on Thai resort island Thai Police have arrested a suspected Russian hacker who is wanted by the FBI for alleged cyberattacks on U.S. and European government agencies.
	What former ally did Trump call a 'ranting Lunatic' this week? Find out in the quiz This week, the quiz examines truth, drugs and scandal!
	Rare earths: Federal backing and tech advances aim to help the U.S. catch up to China Rare earths aren't all that rare. The real choke point is in processing and refining them, where China enjoys market dominance.
	Transportation Department endorses crash test dummy that more closely resembles women The U.S. government has released a new crash test dummy design that advocates believe will help make cars safer for women. Women are 73% more likely to be injured in a head-on crash than men.
	Pras Michel of the Fugees sentenced to 14 years over illegal campaign donations The Grammy-winning artist was sentenced on Thursday to 14 years in prison for a case in which he was convicted of illegally funneling foreign contributions to former President Obama's 2012 campaign.
Thursday, November 20th, 2025
	I-280 west lane blocked due to crash The left lane of the road was blocked between exit 4: West Locust Street and 160th Street and Exit 1, according to Iowa 511.
	‘I’m just kind of numb,’ Trudy Appleby’s family reflects on new developments Trudy Appleby's uncle, Ray Eddleman said he feels numb, even with recent developments in his nieces case.
	‘Deck the Downtowns’ holiday promotion kicks off Deck the Downtowns kicks off this week across Bettendorf, Davenport, and Rock Island with festive storefronts, ornament hunts, tree lightings, and holiday shopping events running through Jan. 1.
	Trudy Appleby murder case: What new court documents say witnesses will testify Newly filed documents detail what prosecutors say several witnesses will testify to in the upcoming trial of Jamison Fisher, charged in Trudy Appleby’s 1996 death.
	North Scott Community School District leaning on sensors to detect vaping, educate students District officials said Halo sensors are helping detect vaping, though staff have said there's occasional false alarms.
	Augustana College holds vigil for Transgender Day of Remembrance Several trans students shared their stories about struggles they've faced being accepted in their own community.
	Matherville man arrested for allegedly possessing child sex abuse materials Officers of the Illinois State Police served a search warrant on a residence in the 100 block of First Street in Matherville and collected electronic evidence/
	The Heart of the Story: Help from an 'eagle eye' 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. Millions around the world love watching the nesting [...]
	Cook review: Even the 'star' loves action-packed 'American Skyjacker' documentary Most people have heard of D. B. Cooper, the mysterious skyjacker who hijacked a plane from Portland, Oregon, to Seattle, in 1971. He told the crew he had a bomb, and demanded $200,000 in ransom, along with four parachutes. After he parachuted to a wooded area, he never was seen again, nor has he ever [...]
	Riverdale and Panorama Park celebrate new sewer system opening A ribbon cutting was held to mark the project’s completion of the multi-phase sanitary sewer project.
	School removes bathroom doors to curb vaping at Moline High School he Moline School District is taking preventative measures to stop students who they say are vaping on school grounds.
	'Mr. Thanksgiving' presented check for $4,000 Dozens of students lined the halls of Seton Catholic School to support the man who's spent decades making sure people in the QCA have a Thanksgiving meal. The students presented a check for $4,000 'check to 'Mr. Thanksgiving' Bob Vogelbaugh. Students from Alleman, Jordan and Seton Catholic schools raised the money to support 'Mr. Thanksgiving's' [...]
	Quad Cities Honor Flight extends its mission to include more veterans In the past, the Honor Flight has taken more than 6,000 veterans to Washington DC to see the memorials honoring their service. Most of these veterans served during World War I, Korea, or the Vietnam Conflicts, a news release says. On Thursday, Honor Flight officials announced that applications are being accepted from any veteran who [...]
	Davenport man accused of sexually abusing child over several years According to the arrest affidavits, the alleged abuse occurred between 2017 and 2019.
	Quad City Back the Blue Flight looks to take wing in April Quad City Back the Blue Flight wants to give retired and active law enforcement officers a chance to see the Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum in Washington, D.C.
	Traffic Alert: 53rd Street down to one lane due to crash A KWQC crew on scene said the crash at 53rd Street and Welcome Way and that emergency crews were there as of about 6:45 p.m.
	'Ability within the disability,' Jo Blazic shoots for gold in Deaflympics with Team USA It was her first exhibition game donning the red, white and blue against Japan, Josephine (Jo) Blazic was playing clean offense while she distributed the ball to all of her teammates. But she was itching for her moment to take the spotlight. On a give-and-go play, Blazic put a good first touch on the ball. [...]
	Quad Cities welcomes 60 new US citizens from 22 countries “Overcome, grow, and never give up. Dreams are big, but not difficult, so be positive and keep moving forward,” new U.S. citizen said.
	Inside Iowa Politics: Why your homeowners’ insurance keeps getting more expensive Iowa Insurance Commissioner Doug Ommen said that companies have been raising homeowner's insurance premium because of the increase in extreme weather events.
	Mr. Thanksgiving surprised by donations from local students Bob Vogelbaugh works as a crossing guard, and the students he helps every day worked to raise money for his annual Thanksgiving feast.
	Rock Island Arsenal to get $4.25M weapons testing facility Rock Island Arsenal will replace five aging buildings with a $4.25 million facility to test U.S. Army equipment and ensure readiness for service members.
	Rock Island Arsenal to get $4.25M weapons testing facility Rock Island Arsenal will replace five aging buildings with a $4.25 million facility to test U.S. Army equipment and ensure readiness for service members.
	The Jamison Fisher Interview: Man accused in killing of Trudy Appleby claims innocence in jailhouse interview The man charged with murdering 11-year-old Trudy Appleby nearly three decades ago maintains his innocence and claims police are framing him, according to a jailhouse interview.
	Traffic Alert: I-280 west lane blocked due to crash The left lane of the road is blocked between exit 4: West Locust Street and 160th Street and Exit 1, according to Iowa 511.
	Knox County Sheriff’s Office recovers 17 stolen firearms, multiple arrests made The Knox County Sheriff’s Office said they’ve made four arrests and recovered 17 stolen firearms, along with a Ten Point crossbow.
	QCA naturalization ceremony welcomes 60 new US citizens Augustana College welcomed new US citizens today. The college held a naturalization ceremony.Normally it's held at the Rock Island County Court House - but, due to construction, it was held in Auggie's Brunner Theatre. The ceremony was extra special for the college, as their very own Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Vice President Gauri Pitale received [...]
	72+ hours (and counting) with temps stuck between 39° and 49° in the Quad Cities All the fog, drizzle and clouds have worked to keep temps from moving very much in the Quad Cities this week. In fact, we've been between 39° and 49° with every hourly observation since 5 p.m. on Monday! Friday also looks cloudy, with temps ranging from, you guessed it - 39 to 49°! The weekend [...]
	Why some women don’t get prenatal care while pregnant A new report from the March of Dimes shows about 25-percent of pregnant women in the U.S. don’t get prenatal care in their first trimester.
	Quad City Blue Flight launches campaign for Honor Flight-style trip for law enforcement A new nonprofit in the Quad Cities is launching an Honor Flight-style trip for law enforcement, with plans to send officers to Washington, D.C. in spring 2026.
	Moline-Coal Valley school district says they’re working to combat students vaping he Moline School District is taking preventative measures to stop students who they say are vaping on school grounds.
	Matherville man arrested for child sexual abuse materials A Matherville man was arrested for dissemination of child sexual abuse materials. According to a release, Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 2 Special Agents arrested Bryce Berhenke, 24, for the following: On November 20, ISP Special Agents executed a search warrant at Berhenke’s home and collected electronic evidence. The evidence contained [...]
	Former Eastern Iowa city clerk improperly took over $63,000, state audit finds The investigation found former McCausland city clerk Sheila Bosworth made over $63,000 in improper disbursements.
	Sterling man faces drug charges after police investigate drug-trafficking reports On Thursday, Sterling Police arrested 34-year-old Andrew W. Knapp, of Sterling, Ill., for drug-related charges. According to a news release from Sterling Police, Knapp faces charges of: In November of 2025, Sterling Police began a narcotics investigation in the area of the 900 block of 7th Avenue after complaints of drug trafficking in the area. [...]
	$250,000 gift helps expand Clinton’s long-running Symphony of Lights 2025 marks 30 years of the Clinton holiday display. This year will feature more than 500,000 lights and more than 250 illuminated displays along the Mississippi.
	QCOMM911 undergoes leadership changes QCOMM911 provides 911 and radio services for four police departments and nine fire departments in the Illinois Quad Cities area.
	Augustana College hosts naturalization ceremony for new American citizens Around 60 immigrants became new American citizens at the ceremony.
	Crime Stoppers: Officials search for murderer who escaped from facility Smith escaped on Nov. 12 from a program in Chicago, officials said.
	Crime Stoppers: Man wanted by Iowa DOC High Risk Unit for probation violation Todd Bowens, 61, is wanted by the Iowa Department of Corrections District 7 High Risk Unit for two counts of probation violation on charges of willful injury and domestic abuse/assault.
	Crime Stoppers: Man wanted in Rock Island, Scott County on various charges Paul Taylor, 42, is wanted in Rock Island and Scott counties.
	What's Brewing? \| Radicle Effect Brewerks & Palomares Social Justice Center's winter clothing drive Radicle Effect Brewerks and the Palomares Social Justice Center are teaming up to collect winter clothing for those in the community.
	Former McCausland city clerk charged after audit finds more than $63K in improper spending Sheila Bosworth is charged with 26 counts of forgery, first-degree theft, identity theft over $10,000 and more.
	Witnesses expected to testify suspect strangled Trudy Appleby for drug debt A witness scheduled to testify in the trial of a man accused of Trudy Appleby's homicide is prepared to say Jamison Fisher took the girl as a drug debt owed by Trudy's father, Henry County Court, Cambridge, Illinois, documents show. These documents, all part of a motion to admit evidence, list witnesses and what they [...]
	Eat, drink, shop and be merry at Deck the Downtowns Quad-City cities and businesses are getting into the holiday spirit, and they want you to eat, drink, shop and be merry! Ryan Jantzi with Downtown Bettendorf Organization talked with Our Quad Cities News about what you can expect at Deck the Downtowns. For more information, click here.
	13 Pleasant Valley Spartans taking their games to the college level Among the future collegiate athletes are baseball players, rowers, dancers and more. Eight of those students will be taking their talents to the Division One level!
	IRAS named winner of Clinton’s MLK Peace and Justice Award Information, Referral & Assistance Services works with more than 200 local groups to best connect people to resources they need, from food to housing and more.
	New central Iowa water quality report has implications statewide Iowa has a population of 3.2 million people, but about 25 million hogs, and regulation of human sewage is much stricter than regulation of animal waste.
	The limitations of trash TV, as seen in 'All's Fair' Ryan Murphy's trashy melodrama further cements his parallels with Lee Daniels and Tyler Perry. But even fans of "so bad it's good" trash TV would throw their hands up in agony at Murphy's new show starring Kim Kardashian.
	The Festival of Trees Parade Forecast After a long week of clouds and fog and a little bit of rain we are closing in on this weekend with everyone having their eyes on Saturday. The Festival of Trees Parade in Davenport is coming up this weekend on Saturday, and the weather is looking to cooperate. We will see the sunshine make [...]
	A federal judge temporarily blocks Trump's troop deployment in D.C. U.S. District Judge Jia Cobb on Thursday ruled that the use of troops in the nation's capital was unlawful.
	Judge orders an end to Trump's troop deployment in D.C., calling it 'unlawful' U.S. District Judge Jia Cobb put a pause on her order until Dec. 11 to allow the Trump administration time to appeal.
	Kewanee man arrested on child sex abuse material and drug charges He is in the Henry County Jail and has a preliminary hearing scheduled for 1 p.m. on Nov. 24, police said.
	State's attorney reviewing board vote on Rock Island High School interim dean On Oct. 28, the school board voted 4-3 to approve Dr. Yolanda Grandberry-Pugh to serve as interim dean at the high school. Her husband was the deciding vote.
	$250,000 gift helps expand Clinton’s long-running Symphony of Lights 2025 marks 30 years of the Clinton holiday display. This year will feature more than 500,000 lights and more than 250 illuminated displays along the Mississippi.
	Former McCausland city clerk charged after audit finds more than $63K in improper spending Sheila Bosworth is charged with 26 counts of forgery, first-degree theft, identity theft over $10,000 and more.
	Kewanee man arrested on child pornography & drug charges Kewanee man was arrested on multiple child pornography and drug charges. According to a release, on November 19, the Kewanee Police Department Investigations Division, assigned to the Illinois Attorney General’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, arrested Jared Vermost, 35, after an investigation into the possession and dissemination of child sexual abuse material. Earlier [...]
	Quad City Blue Flight launches campaign for Honor Flight-style trip for law enforcement A new nonprofit in the Quad Cities is launching an Honor Flight-style trip for law enforcement, with plans to send officers to Washington, D.C. in spring 2026.
	Three is not a crowd: Béla Fleck, Edmar Castañeda and Antonio Sánchez are BEATrio Banjo, harp and drums meet in the BEATrio, where Béla Fleck, Edmar Castañeda and Antonio Sánchez explore a sound they never planned to create. Hear how the trio first came together.
	IRAS named winner of Clinton’s MLK Peace and Justice Award Information, Referral & Assistance Services works with more than 200 local groups to best connect people to resources they need, from food to housing and more.
	Man arrested in online sex sting after going to park to meet underaged girl A Davenport man has been arrested in connection with an online sex sting after he went to a local park to meet a person he thought was a 14-year-old girl.
	Former city clerk accused of improper spending faces over 30 charges The former McCausland City Clerk faces more than 30 charges in connection to improperly spending over $63,000 in city funds.
	Prosecution's motion says witnesses heard confessions to the strangling of Trudy Appleby A 10-page motion says Trudy Appleby's father bought meth from Jamison Fisher in 1996 and the girl was taken because of a drug debt.
	Clinton Humane Society no longer taking strays after contract negotiations with the city end The Clinton Humane Society said it can no longer take strays, along with animals from neglect, abuse and hoarding cases.
	'Excruciating, devastating, confusing': Danny Taylor's family talks about Johnell Smith's escape in Chicago Johnell Smith, convicted in the 2023 homicide of Danny Taylor, escaped from a juvenile facility in Chicago on November 12. He's been on the run for over a week and now Taylor’s family is asking hard questions about the incident. Phil Taylor, Danny’s uncle, spoke with Our Quad Cities News via Zoom to talk about [...]
	Duckworth aide terminated after accusations he misrepresented himself in immigration case Sen. Tammy Duckworth’s office sent a letter Monday, stating her staffer, who was accused of misrepresenting himself as an attorney to gain access to a detained Staunton man, was terminated.
	Trudy Appleby murder case: What new court documents say witnesses will testify Newly filed documents detail what prosecutors say several witnesses will testify to in the upcoming trial of Jamison Fisher, charged in Trudy Appleby’s 1996 death.
	Iowa man who sued U.S. will be deported to a country he’s never known: ‘We did everything we could,’ his mom says The Iowa man who sued the federal government after he claimed Immigration and Customs Enforcement was holding him without due process is going to be deported.
	Recalled baby formula linked to a botulism outbreak may still be in some stores A botulism outbreak that has sickened more than two dozen babies in 15 states has been linked to ByHeart formula sold nationwide. Here's what to know about it.
	Volleyball All-Stars prep for Iowa vs Illinois match The 11th annual Iowa vs Illinois senior All-Star volleyball game is in just a few days. Many volleyball players on both sides of the river will be represented.
	Area funders matching $250,000 to address hunger in the Quad-Cities Ten Quad-Cities organizations have started a matching program to help River Bend Food Bank.
	QCOMM911 undergoes leadership changes QCOMM911 provides 911 and radio services for four police departments and nine fire departments in the Illinois Quad Cities area.
	Trump says Democratic lawmakers' video is 'seditious behavior, punishable by death' The Democratic lawmakers said that members of the military can and must refuse illegal orders by their superiors.
	Rosalía and sombr crack the top 10 on the charts for the first time Even as sombr and Rosalía hit new career highs, there's a major churn taking place just below the top 10, as a wave of Christmas songs begin their ascent.
	Project Peace returns for fifth year to support hospice patients at UnityPoint hospitals Project Peace brings back its annual ornament fundraiser, aiming to boost spirits at UnityPoint hospitals and reach $50,000 to support hospice patients.
	The CDC revives debunked 'link' between childhood vaccines and autism A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention webpage that previously stated "Vaccines do not cause autism" has been changed to cast doubt on the scientific research that supports the finding.
	These families' health care costs will balloon if Congress doesn't act on the ACA Millions of Americans face sharply rising costs for health care plans they bought through the Affordable Care Act marketplaces, unless Congress acts soon. Here's what's at stake for them.
	Resignations, hirings from United Township School District in November See the following personnel items are from the Nov. 10 agenda of the United Township Board of Education in East Moline.
	Davenport man sentenced to federal prison on weapons conviction Rodolfo Tellez Gutierrez Jr., 23, was sentenced Tuesday during a hearing in U.S. District Court.
	Davenport Amazon Fulfillment Center prepares for holiday shopping season Seasonal employees are hired and equipment is tested to make sure production runs smoothly.
	Community Thanksgiving dinner will support Cambridge, Ill., resident and his family The Spectrum Pub invites the community to come together for a good food and neighborly support at a community Thanksgiving dinner from noon until 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25. The event will take place at 117 S. East St., Suite 1, Cambridge, Ill., a news release says. Guests are welcome to enjoy a full Thanksgiving meal with all [...]
	Weather for this Festival of Trees parade much different than ten years ago Anticipation is building for this year's Festival of Trees parade Saturday morning in Davenport and the weather forecast is looking great. However, that wasn't the case ten years ago. Much of the Quad Cities area was under a "Winter Storm Warning" for 5-8" of snow or more! Again, that was ten years ago and this [...]
	Bettendorf woman arrested; accused of forgery in McCausland A Bettendorf woman has been arrested on 26 counts of felony forgery after an investigation by the Iowa State Auditor's Office into the financial records of the City of McCausland. The criminal complaint filed in Scott County Court said between April 2022 and March 2025 the defendant, identified as Sheila Bosworth, 67 worked as the [...]
	Surf's down! Munich, until now an inland surfing hotspot, has lost its biggest wave Munich's famous river wave, the Eisbachwelle, vanished after a dredging in early November. Authorities are working to resurrect the beloved wave but impatient surfers have also tried their own methods.
	LIVE: Field of Dreams owners announce 2026 event plans This morning, we could learn more about what’s coming to the Field of Dreams movie site in Dyersville.
	Prosecutors: Trudy Appleby killed in Colona over drug debt Jamison Fisher is charged with killing
	39th annual Turkey Trot set to take flight The 2025 YMCA Turkey Trot returns Thanksgiving morning in downtown Davenport with races for all ages and fitness levels, supporting vital community programming across the Quad Cities.
	Iowa adds record $72 million in unclaimed property to treasure hunt program The Iowa treasure hunt allows residents to search for unclaimed property that has been turned over to the state.
	Moline seeks volunteers for Snow Angels program to help seniors, physically limited residents The program activates after a 2-inch snowfall. The city said volunteers receive a text message and have 24 hours to clear assigned sidewalks.
	Resignations, hirings and other Moline School District personnel news from November See the personnel items from the Nov. 10 agenda of the Moline-Coal Valley School District. The board met at the Moline Education Center, 1900 52nd Avenue in Moline.
	Resignations, hirings and personnel news from Rock Island-Milan School District on Nov. 10 The following personnel items are from the Nov. 10 agenda of the Rock Island-Milan School District. The School Board met at Administration Center.
	The Girl Behind the Picture: Who was Trudy Appleby? Trudy Appleby's family sits down with KWQC's Dustin Nolan to tell him more about the girl behind the picture.
	Quad City Arts Festival of Trees brings sparkle to downtown Davenport The Quad City Arts Festival of Trees, where holiday magic comes to life each year in downtown Davenport, will feature more than 150 designer displays, fun-filled attractions, special events and the largest helium balloon parade in the Midwest. Here's a look at the schedule for the 10-day event. General admission tickets Adult, $12; child, 2-10: [...]
	Gaming cafes in Moline push back as class ‘K’ liquor license phase-out nears Julie’s Video Poker and Slots and other gaming cafes in Moline are fighting to stay open as a 2022 ordinance phasing out Class K liquor licenses moves forward.

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