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Thursday, November 12th, 2026
	Community Foundation of Muscatine awards $162,400 in health-support grants The Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine is pleased to announce the awarding of $162,400 in grants to support local charitable programs and projects through the Muscatine Health Support Fund, a news release says. The Muscatine Health Support Fund’s purpose is to encourage, assist, establish, maintain, and develop projects to improve community health and aid the [...]
	Three things to know: Nov. 12, 2026 11th annual fall success fair is happening today for Veterans, Quad Cities CASI hosts a trivia night fundraiser tomorrow night, and an update on the forecast.
	iLLUMINATE Holiday Light Show will move locations in Muscatine with new displays A favorite holiday tradition will return with a whole new look, a news release says. The fourth annual iLLUMINATE Holiday Light Show is moving to Kent-Stein Park in Muscatine, with new new displays and a refreshed layout. This will provides access to additional electrical power, allowing organizers to enhance the displays and introduce new experiences. [...]
	U.S. envoys meet with Putin in the Kremlin after Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff went to the Kremlin to brief Russian President Vladimir Putin and are scheduled to fly later to Ireland for talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
	Indonesia's VP resigns as his eligibility and academic credentials are questioned Raka is the son of former President Joko Widodo. The Constitutional Court and the Supreme Court ruled last month that the documents that Raka submitted regarding his overseas education didn't meet election requirements.
	Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang steps down amid alleged spy scandal Huang co-founded the chipmaker Nvidia, which has become one of the driving forces behind the AI boom. But reports that he may have had an affair with an alleged Chinese spy quickly sank his career.
	Quad Cities figure skater prepares to go to Midwest sectionals 19-year-old Sydney Struss is heading to the Midwest sectionals to represent the Quad Cities figure skating club.
	Muscatine meeting to address proposed bridge project connecting Iowa and Illinois A meeting in Muscatine will focus on a proposed bridge project that could change how people travel between Iowa and Illinois, as concerns about the project continue.
	Attend a musical, shop a holiday market, raise funds for area pets and more \| Dani's Weekend Rundown for Nov. 12-15 This weekend is full of amazing ways to have fun. Whether you want to jump on holiday gift-giving or be entertained by an ogre, you can find it here.
	Pleasant Valley School District resignations, hirings from Oct. 27 school board agenda The following personnel items are from the Oct. 27 meeting of the Pleasant Valley School District. The School Board met at the Belmont Administration Center.
	Retirements, hirings and personnel news from Rock Island-Milan School District from Oct. 27 The following personnel items are from the Oct. 27 agenda of the Rock Island-Milan School District.
	QC Answers: What Christmas events are happening around the area? Looking to get in the holiday spirit? Check out our list of Christmas events planned around the region.
	Colder days before another warm-up Below average temperatures are expected into the first part of the weekend. Very little, if any, rain is expected over the next week. Here's your full 7-day forecast.
	UnitedHealthcare removes prior authorization for more than 2,000 pediatric services UnitedHealthcare will drop prior authorization for more than 2,000 pediatric codes, giving care teams more time to focus on patients.
	Steamboat Deaths This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.With steamboats as with humans, there only are one or two ways of coming into this world, but an infinite number of…
	Senators don't always share bill text online before votes. They should, advocates say The text of what lawmakers are considering isn't always made available for public review before it is voted on. A group of open governance advocates is calling on Senate leadership for a change.
	How Scott Colom defied the odds to go from district attorney to Mississippi's Democratic US Senator In a state that hasn't had a Democrat in office since 1980 and hasn't sent a Black Senator to Washington since the 1870s, Colom's win represents a massive upset in state politics.
	A blue wave helped offset for now a falling tally of Black members in the U.S. House A Supreme Court ruling that further weakened the Voting Rights Act paved the way for a record drop in Black representation in Congress. But a midterm blue wave helped hold off such a decline for now.
	At least 23 states considered laws governing ICE and schools this year When ICE agents show up at a school, educators rely on a patchwork of policies to know what to do. This year, many state legislatures tried to update those policies.
Wednesday, November 11th, 2026
	Fulton prepares to face Stockton in State Quarterfinals Fulton is preparing to face familiar foe Stockton in the State Quarterfinals.
	North Scott’s Josiah Harrington signs with Iowa State basketball North Scott senior Josiah Harrington officially signed to continue his basketball career at Iowa State.
	Lee County approves tax incentive framework for proposed $15B Mesabi steel plant Lee County supervisors unanimously approved a tax incentive term sheet and resolution supporting Mesabi Metallics' proposed $15 billion steel complex.
	Uncle Pete's Gyros to get new owners The restaurant has been owned by the Panouses family for 44 years.
	Moving car leaves flaming debris in its path before it burns up north of Coventry Place Police and fire crews were on the scene Wednesday after a flaming Audi left burning debris in its wake until it reached the area north of Coventry Place. Firefighters told Our Quad Cities News crew that the call came in about 9:30 p.m. Our crew saw that the car dropped flaming debris as far south [...]
	Iowa receives more than $200 million to improve rural healthcare It's the second year of funding from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
	Iowa City schools to sell off property The measures are part of a cost-cutting effort meant to give the district more financial stability.
	Lee County approves tax incentive framework for proposed $15B Mesabi steel plant Lee County supervisors unanimously approved a tax incentive term sheet and resolution supporting Mesabi Metallics' proposed $15 billion steel complex.
	Veterans Day 2026: Communities across the region honor and remember those who served Despite morning storms, several of our local communities hosted ceremonies, parades and events.
	Hero Street ceremony is among QC Veterans Day observances People gathered Wednesday at Hero Street Memorial Park in Silvis for its annual ceremony to honor all who have served. Hero Street is famous for eight Mexican-American men who died serving the country, making this day extra special for those connected to the neighborhood on the road in Silvis. "There is a little special pride [...]
	QCA retirement community celebrates its veterans A retirement community in Davenport celebrated its 41 veteran residents with a special program. Our Quad Cities News photojournalist Gabe Zwierzynski takes us to Ridgecrest Village and shares the moment and how a member of the Army National Guard surprised his supervisor with a Patriot Award.
	World's fastest ocean liner is sunk to break another record: largest artificial reef The SS United States broke trans-Atlantic speed records. On Wednesday, it was sunk off the Florida coast and will become a diving destination and home for marine life.
	Multiple people displaced following Dubuque apartment fire Multiple people have been displaced following an apartment fire in Dubuque on Wednesday afternoon.
	Davenport man accused of trying to rob food pantry trailer, threatening police A Davenport man is accused of trying to rob a food pantry trailer and threatening officers, police said.
	Crys Matthews will bring award-winning sounds to Bishop Hill Crys Matthews, whose “Sleeves Up” earned Song of the Year at the 2026 International Folk Music Awards, will return to Bishop Hill Creative Commons on Wednesday, Nov. 18, a news release says. Crossroads Cultural Connections will present the 7 p.m. concert at 309 N. Bishop Hill St., preceded by an optional potluck and social hour [...]
	Man pleads guilty to selling marijuana out of Davenport convenience store A Rock Island man arrested in April has pleaded guilty to a marijuana trafficking charge under a plea agreement with prosecutors.
	Local skier reacts to Snowstar keeping ski and snowboard hills closed for upcoming season Snowstar in Andalusia will not open its ski and snowboard hills this winter. The owners are also planning to step away after the season and are looking for a buyer.
	Her Voice Media “Race” issue earns a global gold award Davenport-based Her Voice Media recently won a 2026 Gold Award from the international Anthem Awards, for the April 2026 “Race, Reimagined” issue of Love Girls magazine.
	Cook review: Stewart himself would appreciate 'Jimmy' biopic Even Jimmy Stewart himself would have appreciated "Jimmy." It's the kind of film that he would have starred in, after all. I hesitate to call "Jimmy" a faith-based film. It is instead a biopic set during World War II about a man of great faith that kept him going when his last nerve was shattered [...]
	Holiday shoppers can support local families at McKinley vendor fair The McKinley Craft & Vendor Fair will bring local vendors, holiday shoppers and community supporters together Nov. 14 while raising funds to help provide meals and food assistance for McKinley Elementary families.
	Veteran-owned gym offers a place to build strength and community A veteran owned gym is lifting more than weights, but providing a safe space for everyone.
	A bolt, a boom and a close call in Rock Island neighborhood Wednesday morning storms brought hail, rain and lightning to the region.
	‘It just sucks’: Dubuque mother says child will attend 6 schools in 8 years under realignment plan A Dubuque mother says a district realignment plan that includes two school closures will force her daughter to attend six schools in eight years.
	From eyesore to apartments: what’s next for Moline’s long-empty Spiegel building? The former Spiegel building just off I-74 in Moline looks to become apartments.
	Family of Kewanee hit-and-run victim temporarily increases reward for information The increased reward expires on Dec. 11.
	Retirements, hirings and other Davenport schools personnel news from Oct. 26 See the personnel items from the Oct. 26 agenda of the Davenport Community School District.
	Family of hit-and-run victim temporarily increases reward for information The increased reward expires on Dec. 11.
	Moline, Silvis water partnership becomes permanent Moline began supplying water to parts of Silvis in March of 2023 after years of low water pressure in Silvis and excess capacity at Moline's treatment plant.
	Illinois veteran creates custom challenge coins honoring fellow service members An Illinois veteran is creating custom challenge coins honoring fellow service members.
	Galva students’ annual tribute for veterans recognized with ‘Purple Star School’ Award The award recognizes schools that honor the Nation’s veterans and work to make meaningful connections with them in their communities.
	Democrat Scott Colom wins Mississippi Senate race Democrat Scott Colom has won election to the U.S. Senate in Mississippi, according to a race call by the Associated Press, defeating Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith.
	How to watch the trial of Matthew Herpstreith, former deputy charged in the death of Jackson Kradle Due to court restrictions, the trial will not be livestreamed. Instead, video of raw testimony will be uploaded to the News 8 app throughout each day of the trial.
	Veterans Day ceremony held at Browning Field in Moline A Veterans Day ceremony was held Wednesday at Browning Field in Moline.
	Muscatine nonprofit Crossroads Inc. receives $100,000 donation from Kent Worldwide Crossroads, which serves adults and seniors with disabilities, is in the process of building a new, more accessible facility to help expand its reach.
	Iowa historian and author to discuss new book on Dragoon Trail at German American Heritage Center On Sunday, you can meet Iowa historian and author Kevin Mason as he discusses his new book on the Dragoon Trail at the German American Heritage Museum.
	Rock Island High School principal suspended for 5 days without pay Rock Island School District officials suspended a principal without pay Tuesday evening.
	Lee County, Iowa approves tax incentive framework for proposed $15B Mesabi steel plant Lee County supervisors unanimously approved a tax incentive term sheet and resolution supporting Mesabi Metallics' proposed $15 billion steel complex.
	QC Environmental Film Series to present free showing of 'Every Little Thing' The QC Environmental Film Series’ eighth season begins with a free film event, the award-winning documentary, “Every Little Thing” on Sunday, Nov. 15, at the Galvin Fine Arts Center, St. Ambrose University, Davenport. The Enviro Connect, an educational tabling fair, will open at 2 p.m. in the lobby of Galvin Fine Arts Center. The movie [...]
	Rock Island crash sends 1 to hospital Rock Island Police and Fire Departments were called to the intersection of 5th Avenue and 24th Street, near the BP station, on Nov. 11 between 8 – 8:30 a.m. for a report of a vehicle crash. A statement from Tim Muehler, Rock Island deputy chief of police, said the crash involved three vehicles. One person [...]
	Man arrested after being wanted for nearly two years A man wanted out of Davenport on a domestic assault charge from Dec. of 2024 was arrested Tuesday night on several charges.
	Bettendorf honors Veterans Day at Veterans Memorial Park The city of Bettendorf hosted a solemn annual Veterans Day ceremony, after morning rains ended, on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at Bettendorf’s Veterans Memorial Park, 1645 23rd St.
	Iowa Gov.-elect Rob Sand hears veterans’ requests for state support on Veterans Day Iowa Gov.-elect Rob Sand served breakfast to veterans at a Hy-Vee in West Des Moines on Veterans Day. He thanked them for their service and heard where they say they need more support from the state.
	Illinois study highlights benefits, challenges of hosting data centers as Central Illinois weighs regulations The report, titled “Hosting Data Centers: Lessons from Three Illinois Communities,” found that Aurora, DeKalb and Elk Grove Village have benefited economically from hosting data centers. However, the communities also faced challenges that could serve as lessons for other municipalities and state lawmakers considering regulations.
	Have you seen these suspects? Crime Stoppers wants to know! Crime Stoppers of the Quad Cities wants your help catching two fugitives. It’s an Our Quad Cities News exclusive. You can get an elevated reward for information on this week’s cases: DAMILO BILBO, 23, 6'1", 145 pounds, brown eyes, black hair. Wanted by Iowa Department of Corrections – 7th District High Risk Unit for escape [...]
	Read the proposed changes to Davenport’s city administrator hiring rules Compare the city's current city administrator recruitment code, which council members say is too rigid, and a proposed ordinance voted down by the council, which they thought was too open-ended.
	Oquawka police ask for help finding man missing since April Police said he was last seen fishing along the river with friends near Oquawka on April 12.
	Iowa set to receive $216 million in second year of federal rural healthcare program Iowa was awarded $216 million from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for the second year of the state’s rural health care improvement plan.
	Why is gasoline suddenly under $4 a gallon? The average price of a gallon of gasoline dipped below $4 this week for the first time in months. Does that mean more relief is coming for drivers?
	Galesburg Community Schools names 1st woman superintendent The Galesburg Community Unit School District is making history with its incoming superintendent. Sheila Coussens-Martin has been named superintendent of Galesburg Community Unit School District 205, becoming the first woman to lead the district. She will assume the position on July 1, 2027. She earned a master’s degree in education in 2006, an educational specialist [...]
	Moline riverfront restaurant announces opening day A longtime riverfront restaurant is opening under new owners in Moline.
	READ THE POLICY: Rock Island-Milan board waived rule to suspend principal without pay Rock Island-Milan school board members set aside a district policy prohibiting unpaid suspensions for administrators before suspending the high school principal without pay. Read the policy here.
	Davenport heads back to drawing board on city administrator recruitment process Davenport council members want more flexibility in hiring a city administrator. But they also want clear rules. A proposed overhaul failed to strike that balance.
	Walcott Elementary students revive Veterans Day tradition Walcott Elementary School brought back a tradition they hadn’t done in some time to help veterans feel honored ahead of Veterans Day
	Moline, Silvis water partnership becomes permanent after 3 years of testing Moline began supplying water to parts of Silvis in March of 2023 after years of low water pressure in Silvis and excess capacity at Moline's treatment plant.
	Residents safe after rural Sherrard structure fire, fire chief says Crews responded to a rural structure fire in Sherrard Wednesday morning.
	Augustana receives grant for leadership training, interfaith dialogue Augustana College has received a $10,000 grant from Interfaith America to expand student leadership training and interfaith dialogue during the 2026-27 academic year. The funding was awarded through the Embodied Pluralism Campus Initiative Grant and will support programs to help students navigate difficult conversations, understand other perspectives and build connections across differences. “We want students [...]
	Five displaced after early morning fire engulfs Sherrard home A family of five is displaced after an early morning fire destroyed a Sherrard home Wednesday. No injuries were reported.
	2 residents and 4 dogs escape from East Moline house fire, displaced due to damage East Moline fire crews responded to the 3800 block of 4th Avenue for a house fire on Tuesday morning.
	Sen. Joni Ernst meets with Josh Turek, who will replace her in D.C. U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst pledged to assist her replacement in Washington, D.C., state Rep. Josh Turek.
	Flip's Pancake House owners to open RockTown Diner in former Rudy's Tacos Rock Island building The new restaurant will have a brand new concept featuring homestyle cooking, comfort food favorites, and that classic family diner feel.
	Greetings from Senegal, where breakdancers are competing in the Youth Olympics Senegal's breakdancers have been practicing for their country's historic hosting of the Youth Olympic Games this month. It's the first time Africa is hosting an Olympic event.
	Lee County approves tax benefits for Mesabi steel plant The $15 billion Iowa steel project planned by Mesabi Metallics got a boost this week after the Lee County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a term sheet setting the framework for local tax and community benefit payments. The Board also passed a resolution in support of the plant, a key requirement for Mesabi’s incentive package [...]
	Lee County, Mesabi Metallics approve tax incentive terms for proposed steel plant The Lee County Board and Mesabi Metallics brought the nation’s largest steel plant one step closer to fruition on Wednesday.
	Three things to know: Nov. 11, 2026 Bubba's 33 offering free lunch for Veterans, City of Bettendorf to hold ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park and an update on the forecast.
	Some Veterans Day events canceled, postponed due to weather Davenport's annual parade has been canceled due to lightning and pouring rain. Meanwhile, across the river in Silvis, the Hero Street ceremony has been delayed.
	Two adults, four dogs displaced in East Moline house fire Two adults and four dogs were displaced following a structure fire in East Moline Tuesday morning, shortly before 10:30 a.m. No injuries were reported.
	More than $160K awarded to organizations from the Muscatine Health Support Fund The Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine announced Tuesday afternoon the awarding of $162,400 in Muscatine Health Support Fund grants to eight local charitable programs and projects.
	Kennedy relatives join the fight against Trump's arch, alleging harm to JFK's grave Nine members of the Kennedy family have joined the legal fight against Trump's D.C. arch, arguing it would disrupt views and cast shadows over their ancestors' graves at Arlington National Cemetery.
	Digitization project gives public access to historic Swedish-language newspaper collections archived primarily at Augustana College’s Swenson Swedish American Research Center The center is joined by the National Library of Sweden, Minnesota Historical Society in St. Paul, and the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis in preserving 1.3 million pages from 348 Swedish-American newspapers between 1850 and the early 2000s.
	Veterans Day Parade canceled Davenport canceled its Veterans Day Parade after a morning of rain and lightning.
	ImpactLife schedules November blood drives ImpactLife is partnering with local blood donors and drive hosts for community blood drives during the Thanksgiving holiday season: Call 800-747-5401, click here or use the ImpactLife mobile app for more information or to schedule an appointment.
	Man dead after train hits car in Jackson County A man died Tuesday afternoon after a train collided with his car.
	Actor Stacy Keach, who played a private eye and plenty more, dies at 85 Known as TV's detective Mike Hammer, Keach was a prolific actor on stage and screen. His wide-ranging roles included cops, cowboys and Shakespearean characters.
	Elderly Keokuk man dead after being hit while crossing the road An elderly Keokuk man died on Tuesday after he was hit by a jeep while crossing the street.
	Following big Democratic wins, these swing voters are looking for results For the swing voters NPR is regularly checking in with as part of its Swing Shift series, the election results brought mixed emotions, as does the pending Democratic control of Congress.
	Severe Thunderstorm Warning until WED 9:00 AM CST Severe Thunderstorm Warning: High Winds and Hail Until 9:00 AM CST
	Crews respond to early morning fire in Sherrard Developing.
	Crews respond to rural structure fire in Sherrard Sherrard crews respond to structure fire in 1500 block of 300th Street. We will continue to provide updates as information is made available.
	Hy-Vee offers free Veterans Day breakfast and grocery discounts Hy-Vee is serving veterans a free breakfast from 6 to 10 a.m. on Veterans Day and offering 15% off groceries to veterans and active-duty military members.
	Crews respond to rural structure fire in Sherrard, IL News 8 is on the scene and will update as information is made available.
	Special Weather Statement until WED 8:15 AM CST Strong Thunderstorms Bringing Hail and Travel Disruptions This Morning

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