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Friday, November 6th, 2026
	Wilson Middle School debuts new adaptive playground and outdoor learning space The playground includes spinners, rockers and ADA-accessible equipment that aims to support kids with different sensory and physical needs.
	Potential relief coming as city cleans up collapsed bluff in Muscatine The city is clearing loose dirt from the collapsed bluff on W Mississippi Drive. Once that's done, it will open a single lane for two-way traffic.
	Wilson Middle School dedicates new adaptive playground Wilson Middle School dedicated on a new adaptive playground and outdoor learning space at the school. The upgrades support kids with special sensory and physical needs for students across all grade levels. The playground was a project that Wilson principal Thomas Ferguson says took everyone to work to get it right. Ferguson said it's important [...]
	Inner Light Essentials opens store in Moline A new business opened its doors in Moline. Inner Light Essentials opened on Avenue of the Cities. The shop is a local makers collective, allowing other local businesses to rent shelves in the store. Inner Light Essentials is dedicating space to a few businesses that sell mainly at farmers markets. The store features candles, pottery, [...]
	Impact of influencers on the way young adults vote A new study from Morning Consult finds that one in four Americans say social media influencers have actually influenced their vote.
	Centennial Bridge project moves forward with recommendation for new location Iowa and Illinois transportation officials recommend building a new Centennial Bridge west of the existing structure. The project still needs federal approval.
	Wilson Middle School’s new accessible playground is a space to play for everyone The playground is accessible with ramps for wheelchairs and students with other mobility issues.
	Davenport couple fulfills lifelong dream of serving in law enforcement together After raising seven children, Nathan and Rebecca Ramker are beginning a new chapter as Scott County reserve deputies.
	Milestones Area Agency on Aging Caregiver Conference to be held Nov. 14 The 16th annual event will be held on Nov. 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Golden Leaf Banquet Center in Davenport.
	Late summer drone shots from across the Quad Cities region News 8 is showing off some of our favorite drone shots from the end of summer that we haven't had a chance to share. Sit back, relax and enjoy!
	Police: Man steals fire extinguisher from Walmart, sprays smoke shop clerk in robbery A 23-year-old man faces robbery and battery charges after police say he stole a fire extinguisher from Walmart and sprayed a Silvis tobacco shop clerk.
	MercyOne Air Med celebrates 40 years of lifesaving flights with events across Iowa You're invited to tour the helicopters and meet the lifesaving crews that fly for Air Med during an event in Clinton on Tuesday, Nov. 10.
	Authorities hold press conference for Iowa post office shooting that injured 3 DES MOINES, Iowa -- Authorities will be releasing more information about the shooting at the Main Post Office in Des Moines that left three people injured. The DMPD will hold a press conference at 10 a.m. on Friday, which will be livestreamed in the video player above. Authorities are expected to release more details about [...]
	Sterling middle school student charged after loaded gun found in locker A student at Challand Middle School in Sterling has been charged and is being held in a juvenile detention center.
	Clinton girl who lost battle with cancer honored as Kid Captain for Hawkeyes game A Clinton girl who lost her batter with brain cancer is being honored in memoriam as the Kid Captain for tomorrow's Hawkeyes game.
	Truck loses top after colliding with Brady Street Bridges Davenport police said the driver was not injured.
	Iowa Ghostbusters donate $6,000 to Stead Family Children's Hospital Members said they've now donated $10,000 over two years.
	Moline crossing guard retires after 54 years of keeping generations of students safe For 54 years, Mary Schoeve has stood at the corner of 7th Street and 16th Avenue in Rock Island, helping generations of children safely make their way to school.
	'All Things Considered' bids farewell to host Mary Louise Kelly All Things Considered bids farewell to Mary Louise Kelly, who hosts her final show Friday after an NPR career that goes back 25 years.
	2 victims remain hospitalized after deadly shooting near IWU campus Bloomington police said in an update that no arrests have been made at this time.
	Local artist turns 1,000-pound gun safes into wildlife art at Quincy outdoors shop Ryan Kirby is spending part of the week at GameMasters in Quincy, painting wildlife art on 1,000-pound gun safes.
	What could be next for Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill under the new Congress? Pesident Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill continues to fuel debate over federal spending. But could both sides find room for compromise in this next term?
	Keokuk Hy-Vee identified as potential measles exposure location The Hy-Vee in Keokuk has been identified as a potential measles exposure location.
	Martin Luther King Center opens applications for scholarships, awards Scholarships, contests and awards from the MLK Center are open to Rock Island students and community members to recognize their contributions to their education and city.
	The economy propelled Democrats to victory. What can they actually do about it? Democrats' resounding victory in the midterms can be boiled down to frustrations over the high cost of living and gas prices. But in divided government -- how much can Democrats do?
	My Chemical Romance goes to No. 1 on the Billboard albums chart NPR Music's Stephen Thompson reports on a surprising hit album this week.
	Wilson Middle School celebrates opening of new adaptive playground Wilson Middle School held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday to celebrate the opening of their new adaptive playground.
	Fareway donates 24K pounds of meat to Food Bank of Iowa Fareway and the Iowa Farm Bureau are donating 24,000 pounds of ground pork and turkey valued at $50,000 to help feed hungry families across Iowa.
	On the Lash brings Irish music to Bishop Hill On the Lash is coming to Bishop Hill Creative Commons, 309 N. Bishop Hill Street, with its arrangements of Irish songs and instrumental tunes on Friday, November 13. There will be an optional potluck and social hour at 6 p.m. and the concert will start at 7 p.m. Click here for reservations. All ages are [...]
	No recount for close state senate race: Scott County auditor While the majority of votes have been counted and winners declared in races, some are still being decided. The race between Nikhil Wagle and Scott Webster for the Iowa State Senate seat for District 47 has yet to be called, with all precincts reporting and a mere 151 votes separating the two. Kerri Tompkins, Scott [...]
	2,000 eastern Iowa absentee ballots found to not been counted in midterm election, officials say Despite an ensuing audit, election officials do not believe race results will change.
	Pianist to perform Beethoven’s complete piano concertos with Orchestra Iowa Pianist and composer Stewart Goodyear is putting his talents to the test in a rare feat of musical endurance during a visit to Cedar Rapids. Over two nights, Goodyear will perform all five Beethoven piano concertos with Orchestra Iowa.
	Veterans Day events and freebies for vets around the Quad Cities Parades, ceremonies and free meals for veterans are planned to celebrate area military members this November.
	Israel's Arab-led parties in spotlight after inconclusive election Israel's center-right opposition has a chance to unseat Netanyahu — but backing of Arab-led parties will be key.
	LeRon Williams named executive director of Augustana Hilltop Community Development Corporation Augustana College has named LeRon Williams as executive director of the Augustana Hilltop Community Development Corporation (CDC). Williams brings over 15 years of experience in higher education, leadership development and community engagement to the role. “What drew me to the Hilltop CDC was the opportunity to connect Augustana's resources and relationships with the priorities of [...]
	The incoming class of U.S. senators is full of historic firsts From the first Native American elected to the U.S. Senate and the first Muslim who will join the upper chamber to the Senate's first Paralympian, voters elected historic candidates in the midterms.
	Trump's global health strategy is emerging. What will the Democratic Congress say? The Trump Administration has ushered in a fundamental shift in the U.S. approach to global health aid. How will the newly elected Democratic Congress weigh in?
	‘You Must Remember This’ podcast host Karina Longworth visits Iowa for ‘The Bisexuals’ film screenings Karina Longworth, the film critic and historian behind the acclaimed podcast You Must Remember This, is visiting Iowa for a pair of special screenings. She’ll be presenting A Place in the Sun in Des Moines and Key Largo in Iowa City; both classic films have connections to accused murderess Libby Holman, the main subject of the podcast’s newest season.
	No one knows how many ballots are outstanding in Mississippi's Senate race The razor-thin margin between GOP Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith and Democrat Scott Colom is shining a light on an election process in Mississippi that is among the slowest and most decentralized in the U.S.
	Des Moines man arrested after allegedly shooting 2 McDonald’s workers over order dispute Two Ankeny McDonald’s employees are injured after a customer allegedly shot at them through the drive through window on Thursday night, KCCI reports.
	National farmers network calls on Congress to address market consolidation in next farm bill Farm Action Fund is a network of small farmers, businesses, and processors across rural America. Their aim is to promote market opportunities for small operations to counter the massive influence of corporate agriculture companies.
	Iowa Democrat wins state House race despite suspending campaign in September A Democrat won a western Iowa legislative district in Tuesday’s elections even though he had suspended his campaign two months ago because of health issues.
	New vintage flea market opens in downtown Moline The place to be in the Quad Cities late afternoon Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026 was 5th Ave. Flea, at 1405 5th Ave., Moline, which held its grand opening with a packed crowd in a packed two-story market.
	Stephen Miller will replace Susie Wiles as Trump's chief of staff The chance comes after sweeping Republican losses in the midterm elections.
	Iowa man sentenced to 50 years in prison in infant daughter’s death A jury convicted Chad Gibbs in August of his infant daughter's death.
	John Malkovich saddles up for an award-worthy role in the uneven 'Wild Horse Nine' John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell star as CIA agents at loggerheads in Wild Horse Nine, the latest dark comedy from writer-director Martin McDonagh.
	Blue wave sweeps Democrats into Scott County offices; how they plan to govern In the statewide blue wave, Democrats swept Scott County races, flipping the supervisors’ board majority and winning the treasurer and recorder races.
	Putnam Museum opens new exhibit focusing on Muslims in the Quad Cities community The project features seven residents sharing their perspectives and experiences of practicing Islam in America. Its curators hope the exhibition will draw attention to Muslim lives in the Quad Cities and expand participation over the next year.
	Brady Street train bridge devours another truck The Brady Street bridge in downtown Davenport devoured another box truck around noon Friday.
	Sterling middle school student charged in juvenile court after loaded gun found in locker The student has been charged in Whiteside County juvenile court with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon and unlawful possession of a firearm, both class 4 felonies.
	Our QC Crime Watch: Case updates, AI phone scams: Episode 88 Watch crime reporters Linda Cook and Sharon Wren talk about crime and courts in the latest episode of the Our Quad Cities Crime Watch Podcast. In this episode, Linda and Sharon provide updates about: Woman found in walls of Geneseo business sentenced 72-year-old man faces charges after investigators find thousands of child images Bettendorf man [...]
	Middle schooler charged after loaded gun found at Challand Middle School The Challand middle schooler who allegedly had a gun in their locker was formally charged on Wednesday.
	New Lansing bridge across the Mississippi River opens to the public The new bridge is ready after months of detours and ferrying across the river.
	Des Moines Police share update on shooting that injured 3 people at post office The Des Moines Police Department is holding a press conference at 10 a.m. Friday to share updates on the shooting at the U.S. Postal Service office.
	Sen. Chuck Grassley doesn’t plan on resigning before Sand becomes governor U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, 93, does not plan to resign before Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds leaves office, to allow her, instead of Democratic Gov.-elect Rob Sand, to appoint someone to fill his seat, a spokesperson said Thursday.
	Board: Nursing home worker stole dozens of painkillers from residents After being convicted of stealing the medication of multiple nursing home residents, a nurse from Preston has agreed to surrender her license.
	'Wild Horse Nine' turns CIA dirty work into a tiresome tale of bickering tourists John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell star as CIA agents trying to topple Chilean democracy who take a side trip to Easter Island. Brace yourself for oddball twists, jolts of violence and profanity galore.
	Princeton man found not guilty on Clinton Kwik Star shooting charges A jury found a Princeton man not guilty on charges related to an August shooting in a Clinton Kwik Star parking lot.
	A helping hand for Quad Cities neighbors: Royal Neighbors awards $20,000 grant to The Third Place QC Content by Royal Neighbors of America®. Through a $20,000 Nation of NeighborsSM Empowerment Grant, Royal Neighbors of America is helping The Third Place QC take their work further.
	MercyOne Air Med celebrating 40 years of service with public events MercyOne Air Med is celebrating its 40th anniversary of service to patients across Iowa on Nov. 10 at 1 p.m., with events in Des Moines, Clinton and Mason City. The public can tour the helicopters and meet the people behind MercyOne Air Med’s lifesaving care over the last four decades. The Clinton event will be [...]
	Davenport man charged in connection with church theft A Davenport man was arrested Thursday after a warrant was issued for his arrest in connection with the theft of a local church’s AC unit coil.
	MLK Center accepting community award submissions Applications are now open for several opportunities to recognize students and community members through the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center (MLK Center). The MLK Center is currently accepting submissions for: All submissions are due by 5 p.m. on December 11. Click here for the application and a list of past winners. Recipients and [...]
	European air traffic is targeted by new threats after a week of hoaxes Officials across Europe reported a fresh slew of bomb threats against multiple flights on Friday, following a string of hoaxes that have caused flight diversions this week. Two broadcasters also received security threats.
	Rainfall triggers hillside failure on closed Mississippi River Drive in Muscatine Mississippi River Drive remains closed in Muscatine after rainy conditions have caused hillside failure obstructing the roadway.
	The leader of a Kenyan doomsday cult is sentenced to 200 years in prison Cult leader Paul Mackenzie was convicted of murdering 190 children and one adult after he ordered his followers to starve themselves to death in order to meet Jesus.
	Operation Santa seeks holiday sponsors for Iowa foster and kinship children Community members are encouraged to support Operation Santa, a statewide effort providing holiday gifts to children in foster, adoptive and kinship families. It costs $50 per child to help provide two wants and two needs for Christmas.
	Hiring jumps: The economy added 165,000 jobs last month The U.S. job market improved last month, according to a report from the Labor Department Friday. Employers added more jobs than forecasters had expected and the unemployment rate dipped to 4.1%.
	Community gives input on future of I-80/Middle Road area in Bettendorf A Thursday night workshop focused on land use, transportation, infrastructure and sustainability.
	River Bend Food Bank's Student Food Drive has another record-breaking year High Schools across the Quad-Cities raised over 1 million meals for those facing food insecurity in Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois.
	Bettendorf seeks public input on development near I-80 and Middle Road The City of Bettendorf is asking residents to help shape the future of the Interstate 80 and Middle Road corridor.
	Frosty night ahead in the Quad Cities After a chilly Friday, a cold frosty morning is expected Saturday with a freeze likely. The weekend will be dry and that trend continues into next week. Here's your full 7-day forecast.
	Tony's Chicago Pizzeria to open third Quad-Cities location in Moline Tony's Chicago Pizzeria is planning to open its third location in Moline off John Deere Road.
	Chick-fil-A Moline welcomes new local owner-operator Karl Weglarz Weglarz began his Chick-fil-A journey at age 15 and has spent the past 20 years serving guests in eastern Iowa.
	'He's got to go': Hakeem Jeffries calls for Hegseth's removal but stops short of impeachment Speaking with Morning Edition, Hakeem Jeffries discussed ending the Iran war, holding Trump accountable and calls for new Democratic leadership, but offered few specifics on how Democrats would deliver.
	Muscatine Turkey Trot will return for all ages, abilities, of runners, walkers The annual Muscatine Turkey Trot Fun Run/Walk will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Muscatine Municipal Golf Course. Runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to this event hosted by the Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Muscatine Running Club, Participants will once again take on the [...]
	Miss Gale This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Nearly all of us spend our lives working. Many of us are hired to fill jobs, some are offered positions; a very few are…
	Fill in the blank in the quiz: Vance says they lost the midterms because of ____ Plus: Heidi Klum's hand, hackers and the pope's visitor!
	Low birth rates were emptying public schools. ICE deportations are now making it worse School enrollment was already expected to plunge by 2 million kids by 2030. Education experts say deporting immigrant families, many with school-age children, is making the crisis worse.
	After cancer surgery, Pope Leo embarks on Latin America trip Pope Leo XIV is kicking off a three-nation tour of Latin America with a visit to Uruguay, three weeks after undergoing lung cancer surgery that had put the entire trip into question.
Thursday, November 5th, 2026
	Trump's arch gets a late-night green light. Will a judge stop construction? The Trump administration has said it could begin construction immediately after Thursday's vote. All eyes are now on the federal judge who has been asked to block it.
	A judge blocks construction of Trump's arch moments after it won federal approval The Trump administration hoped to begin construction immediately after a federal panel approved its arch late Thursday. But just after midnight, the judge issued an order blocking work for 14 days.
	New 24/7 batting cage opens in Davenport Launch Labs in Davenport is a self-service batting cage facility with four fully turfed cages.
	Salvation Army kicks off 2026 Red Kettle Campaign Kettles around the Quad Cities will begin collecting money on Friday.
	Historic Velie Mansion in Moline listed for $3.25M Built in 1912, the mansion has around 46 rooms. The current owners are looking to move, but they want to find the right owner who understands the property's history.
	Student Hunger Drive celebrates reaching its million meal milestone Students from 15 local high schools brought in enough food to serve a total of 1,024,482 meals during the 2026 drive.
	QCA Salvation Army bells start ringing again It's a common sight and sound of the holiday season as the Salvation Army begins its annual fundraising campaign. The familiar red kettles returned at the Hy-Vee grocery store on Avenue of the Cities in Moline. The bell-ringing at all Red Kettle Campaign locations starts Thursday, November 6. The Salvation Army's goal is to raise [...]
	QCA families become whole and celebrate National Adoption Day Some Quad-City children in foster care now have permanent families after officially being adopted. Our Quad Cities News reporter Jazmyne Walker shows how judges, child welfare advocates and professionals and families came together in honor of National Adoption Day.
	What's next now that the midterm elections are over? The political ads are over, and they votes have been tallied, but now what? Our Quad Cities News NewsNation correspondent Vinay Simlot looks at what several congressional leaders have planned for next year in Washington.
	Princeton man found not guilty in connection with August shooting at Clinton Kwik Star A man has been found not guilty of attempted murder and weapons charges in connection with the August shooting incident at the Clinton Kwik Star.
	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.
	Six takeaways that explain Iowa's historic midterm election results It took a blue wave, but Iowans once again have divided government.
	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.

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