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Vehicle flipped following car crash in Moline

Three people were taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Nearly 3,400 toys collected during KWQC’s annual Toys for Tots drive

KWQC-TV6 held its annual Toys for Tots drive Friday and the results of the drive are in.

Maquoketa Girl Scout receives Silver Award for sustainable Gaga Ball project

A local Girl Scout recently received the highest award a Scout can earn in middle school for a sustainability project for a popular kids’ game. Madison Herring from Maquoketa earned the Girl Scout Silver Award for working with Vestas American Wind Technology to create a sustainable way to make pits for Gaga Ball, a popular game for kids.   Herring learned about engineering and robotics with Vestas American Wind Technology and as part of a recent robotics project, she learned about wind turbines that were developed by Vestas in Marengo, Iowa. She was riveted by wind energy possibilities while touring the company, which sparked her idea to combine her love of science and Gaga Ball. Gaga ball is played with a soft foam ball in an octagonal pit. It combines dodging, striking, running and jumping skills while trying to hit opponents with a ball below the knees. Herring pitched her idea of creating a Gaga Ball pit with materials from wind turbines at First Ward Park in Maquoketa to city manager, Josh Boldt. Her ideas, which would bring more kids to the park, impressed Boldt enough to ask her to join the Maquoketa Parks Board meetings. Next, Herring contacted the Vestas American Wind Technology team to help make her project come to life. The company created five designs for her to pick from and they donated all the materials. Once the blades were delivered, a crew from the Maquoketa Parks Department helped create the pit by raking out gravel, framing the octagon, pouring cement and assembling the recycled materials into the pit. A bench was also made from recycled blades by Canvus, who painted and sealed the bench at no charge. "When you make goals for yourself, that helps you prepare for your future to be successful,” says Herring. “Being in Girl Scouts and helping with community projects helped me make goals for my future." For more information on Girl Scouts, click here.   

Take a step back in time at Lucia Nights in Bishop Hill

Take a trip back in time to experience the Festival of Lights, a Swedish tradition based on a legend of Saint Lucia, Queen of Light. Todd Dedecker from Bishop Hill Heritage Association visited with Our Quad Cities News to give us all the info on Lucia Nights. For more information, click here.

Waste Commission of Scott County offers holiday recycling tips

The Waste Commission of Scott County is offering holiday recycling tips for the increased amount of trash the facility says they see between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day .

Aquaponic system to help supply QCA food pantries

A mission to feed people locally is taking on a whole new approach. Tapestry Farms has partnered with the John Deere Foundation to secure a new aquaponics system at the Quad City Botanical Center to grow food for food pantries in the QCA. Lettuce will be the first food grown in the system. The system is not operational yet, but they are expected to put seeds in by Christmas and have their first full grow by February. An aquaponics system is a system of growing plants using water cycled by fish.

Quad City Botanical Center opens new hydroponic farm

The entire farm is contained within a 320-square-foot freight container. The farm will mostly grow leafy greens and some other vegetables.

Water main repair on 3rd Ave in Rock Island

A water main repair project on 3rd Avenue in Rock Island is underway.

Modern Woodmen hosting drive through winter clothing collection to benefit SAL

Modern Woodmen needs your help to make sure Quad City residents stay warm this winter. They’re hosting a drive-through winter clothing donation drive for SAL Community Services at their headquarters, 1701 First Avenue in Rock Island, on Saturday, December 9 from 5-7:30 p.m. Donations will be collected near the granite sign in their front drive. Modern Woodmen of America is collecting new and gently used winter clothing items to benefit SAL, a local nonprofit organization that provides resources, support and advocacy for low-income working families. Needed items include new and gently used winter coats, hats, scarves and gloves. Monetary donations are always welcome; checks should be made payable to SAL Community Services. For more information, click here.

2 displaced by Moline mobile home fire

The Red Cross of the Quad Cities is helping two people displaced by a Monday morning fire on 29th Street.

Galesburg Girls' Basketball Coach Evan Massey secures 1,000th win

Galesburg Girls' Basketball Coach Evan Massey earned his 1,000th win. Massey is the second-winningest coach in IHSA history, trailing only Dorothy Gaters' 1133 wins.

5v5 urban soccer may soon be coming to Downtown Davenport

The Bittner YMCA still needs to get approval from the City of Davenport and gather bids for the project, but if all goes well, the Y hopes to break ground in April.

Traffic alert for Blackhawk Township

The Rock Island County Highway Department has announced a traffic alert for Blackhawk Township.

Toys, money results announced for KWQC’s annual Toys for Tots drive

KWQC-TV6 held its annual Toys for Tots drive Friday and the results of the drive are in.

See new QC artist exhibit free at Figge

The Figge Art Museum is debuting an exclusive solo exhibition by Peter T. Xiao, a celebrated local artist and Augustana College's Paul A. Anderson Chair in the Arts. This marks his first solo exhibit at the Figge, opening Saturday, Dec. 9, in the first-floor Gildehaus Gallery. It will introduce the first free second Saturdays of the month at the Davenport art museum, 225 W. 2nd St. "Tumble Squares," by Peter Xiao, in his new Figge Art Museum exhibit. A Room That One is in (And All Things In It) is a captivating, immersive installation, featuring 18 of Xiao’s recent large-scale paintings, according to a Figge release. The Gildehaus Gallery on the first floor will be transformed into a vibrant space, where Xiao's multi-panel paintings extend from walls to ceiling, creating an immersive experience. and offering a mesmerizing exploration of the intersection between art and our perceptual experience of the world. As Xiao states: “Objects in front look solid while others blur and shrink to the sides, just as floor and ceiling lines bend as they retreat toward the horizon.” His floor painting, Rise Ye Point, Line and Plane, challenges our conventional views of everyday objects like chairs, exploring their dimensional "lift" and significance beyond mere functionality. Xiao’s installation is not just an exhibition but a "walk-around playground," encouraging visitors to interact with art in a way that bridges visual perception and physical experience. A student of art and art history, Xiao blends and bends Renaissance concepts of perspective and color and our evolving understanding of how we see the world around us, according to a museum release. Peter Xiao with his painting of the Augustana College campus, in Wallenberg Hall (photo by Jonathan Turner). Xiao describes the installation of paintings as a journey -- "From walls and things that wrap around me." His unique perspective invites viewers to contemplate the relationship between the artist's environment and the art produced, fostering a deeper connection between the observer and the artwork, the museum release says. "We are delighted to showcase this exhibition at the Figge," said Figge executive director Michelle Hargrave. "Xiao's remarkable body of work will take viewers on a thought-provoking artistic journey, encouraging them to deeply engage with their own perceptions and experiences." Museum-goers will discover that this exhibition is more than just a visual feast; it's an invitation to explore the dynamic relationship between art and our physical presence in the world, prompting us to see beyond what meets the eye, the Figge said. A Room That One is in (And All Things In It) is sponsored by Dean Christensen and will be on view through April 7, 2024. Two of Xiao's paintings at a current Wallenberg Hall exhibit at Augustana (photo by Jonathan Turner). Xiao has taught at Augie for 34 years, and this school year, he also has his first solo exhibit on campus. “Sightings at Augie” features a dazzling variety of heartfelt, often autobiographical works at Wallenberg Hall, on the second floor of the Denkmann Memorial building (3520 7th Ave., Rock Island) until March 2024. Free 2nd Saturdays through 2026 The Figge Art Museum’s first free Second Saturdays will start on Saturday, Dec. 9. Second Saturdays are made possible by a generous grant of $400,000 from Art Bridges Foundation nationwide “Access for All” initiative that was announced in October. These days will offer broader access to a diverse array of exhibitions and highlight the museum’s comprehensive art education programming. On Dec. 9 starting at 10 a.m., a full schedule of programming includes:  10 a.m. – FREE Yoga Free your mind and body from holiday stress with a FREE Yoga session in the Figge’s Quad City Bank & Trust Grand Lobby. Bring your own mat for this movement-based class led by instructors from Tapas Yoga Shala www.tapasyogashala.com. The class will take place surrounded by art while facing the windows overlooking the beautiful Mississippi River. 11:30 a.m. – Welcome to the Museum Tour This tour is made for first-time museum visitors! Spend time with Figge staff and docents and learn fun facts about the museum’s history and collections.  The tour begins in the Figge’s Quad City Bank & Trust Grand Lobby. 1 - 3 p.m. – Art Activity Give a gift from the heart this season with an item handmade by you! Guests can create personalized gift coupons for their loved ones as well as a miniature painted canvas while sipping on hot cocoa, partaking in treats and listening to musical entertainment from Charlotte Blu – www.charlotteblu.com. 3 p.m. – Exhibition Tour Explore the idea of giving with a docent guided tour of Art and Activism at Tougaloo College, a collection created through the gift of art. 4 p.m. – Vocal Ensemble QC Wrap up the day with a concert of seasonal favorites by Vocal Ensemble Quad Cities in the Figge’s Quad City Bank & Trust Grand Lobby. Michelle Hargrave, executive director of the Figge Art Museum, Davenport. “The Figge Art Museum's mission is to bring art and people together, and with the introduction of Second Saturdays, we are excited to provide a monthly free day, enhancing accessibility and encouraging a deeper connection between our community and the arts,” said Michelle Hargrave, executive director of the Figge. “Complementing this initiative, we continue our commitment to free admission and programs every Thursday from 5-8 p.m. with 'Thursdays at the Figge,' ensuring multiple opportunities for everyone to engage with the art on view,” she said. Second Saturdays will be a regular feature at the Figge, occurring every second Saturday through the end of 2026.  For more information, visit the museum website HERE.

UScellular equipment donation helps HAVlife help kids

A local nonprofit organization that works with kids recently received thousands of dollars’ worth of sporting equipment from a national cell phone company. Through its “Gift of Connection” program, UScellular donated $5,000 in assorted sports equipment to HAVlife Quad Cities to support their mission of preventing lost potential through athletics. The donation included gymnastics mats, footballs, football pants, junior golf club sets, range targets and boxing equipment. HAVlife works to empower kids ages 10-15 through art, music and athletics. UScellular is celebrating their 40th anniversary by donating to 40 nonprofit organizations across the country. (Lukas Partners) “HAVlife Quad Cities does so much for the community, so we want to help them deliver the much-needed support they provide with a donation of sports equipment,” said Macey Bergman, UScellular’s retail store manager in Moline. “At UScellular, we strive to unleash the power of our communities and are excited to help connect people to what matters most this holiday season.” “UScellular’s ‘Gift of Connection’ will assist hundreds of area youth. You can’t play if don’t have the equipment,” said Kimberly Guy, president of the HAVlife Foundation. “This equipment will be used over many years and allows young students to pursue their passion while preventing lost potential. That is what HAVlife is all about.” For more information on HAVlife, click here.

3 escape Burlington mobile home fire

Three residents escaped a fire early Monday morning in rural Burlington.

Power outages impact Galesburg, Monmouth areas

Ameren Corporation has reported thousands of power outages across the Illinois side of the WQAD viewing area, with around 8,000 customers currently without power.

Candidate filing period closes Monday in Illinois

Monday is the final day for candidates of established political parties to file petition to run in the 2024 election.

Grant helps AKWAABA teach river safety to immigrants

A new grant will help an immigrant program in the Quad Cities teach newcomers about the beauty and dangers of the Mississippi River. AKWAABA QC, an IRS 501(c) Tax Exempt nonprofit community organization, received a $32,462 grant from QC River Connections, through The Quad Cities Community Foundation, to educate and connect local immigrant communities to the Mississippi River. AKWAABA QC’s goal is to welcome immigrants, refugees, migrants and asylum seekers in the Quad Cities and provide them with the necessary training and information to help them integrate into the Quad City community. “The AKWAABA QC is pleased to receive this grant award to provide river safety education to newcomers, as well as existing immigrant communities in the Quad Cities area in their native languages,” said Nana Ouro-Agoro, President/ CEO of AKWAABA QC. The group plans to use the grant to install safety signs along the river in the languages spoken by local immigrant communities and familiarize newcomers with the river by taking them on boat rides and picnics. The overall goal is to prevent these new residents from drowning in an unfamiliar river. “It is also going to allow us to connect immigrant communities to the river for healing of being disconnected from their families left behind,” said Ouro-Agoro. For more on Akwaaba QC and its programs, click here.

Power outages affect Galesburg, Monmouth areas

Ameren Corporation has reported thousands of power outages across the Illinois side of the WQAD viewing area, with around 8,000 customers currently without power.

3 Things to Know | Quad Cities afternoon headlines for Dec. 4, 2023

Power outages in Illinois are continuing to cause issues this Monday, and Moline firefighters are working to keep wreaths red.

Burlington Fire Department dispatched to accidental trailer fire

The fire occurred around 2 a.m. Monday morning, and was caused by smoking materials. No injuries were reported due to the fire.

Firefighters investigating what caused a mobile home fire in Moline

Investigators in Moline are looking into what caused a structure fire this morning. According to first responders residents inside were able to escape safely.

Pet of the Week - Khoga | Dec. 4, 2023

News 8 and the Quad City Animal Welfare Center partner each week to help pets find their forever homes.

Bettendorf bus route change begins Monday

Beginning Monday, Bettendorf is changing some bus routes to add a stop at Vera French Mental Health Center at 852 Middle Road.

Trump, Hannity to hold Town Hall at RiverCenter

Fox News Channel’s Sean Hannity will be coming to Davenport on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023 to host an exclusive Town Hall with former President Donald Trump at 4 p.m. in the RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport. Doors open at 1:45 p.m. and will close promptly at 3:30 p.m., with the Town Hall starting at 4 p.m. The Town Hall will air on the Fox News Channel from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 5. The event is free to the public, but all those attending must register on Eventbrite HERE. Former President Donald Trump speaks to guests gathered for an event at the Adler Theatre on March 13, 2023 in Davenport. (Getty Images) All guests must have their own individual ticket and must have registered via Eventbrite. If you did not RSVP on Eventbrite, you will not be admitted. Individuals cannot reserve multiple tickets under one name. One entry per name. Tickets are not transferable. The name that you register with must match the name on your government issued ID. You must have a copy of the Eventbrite RSVP and your government issued ID to gain admittance. You will not be admitted if the name on your ticket does not match the name on your government issued ID. All attendees must be 18 or older. Anyone under the age of 18 will not be admitted. Former President Donald Trump is greeted by Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds as he arrives for an event at the Adler Theatre on March 13, 2023 in Davenport. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images) Trump, the leading candidate for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, last spoke in Davenport on March 13, 2023 at the Adler Theatre. On Sept. 20, he made campaign stops in Maquoketa, and then to Bettendorf for a brief visit, stopping by Treehouse Pub and Eatery. The next GOP presidential debate is scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 7-9 p.m. Central time at the University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa.

2 adults, 1 juvenile arrested after disturbance in Rock Falls

Rock Falls police officers arrested two 19-year-olds and a 17-year-old boy over the weekend after reports of a disturbance, according to a news release from the Rock Falls Police Department. Officers responded to the 1500 block of Lindy Avenue for the reported disturbance on Saturday, December 2 at about 10:45 p.m. When officers arrived in the area, they noticed a vehicle leaving the location, stopped it and detained the occupants. During their investigation, they found that one of the individuals, a 17-year-old boy, had a handgun in their waistband. Another handgun was found during a search of the vehicle. Both firearms were seized and all the vehicle’s occupants were arrested. According to the release, Riley C. Baker, age 19 of Rock Falls, is charged with possession of a firearm without a FOID card, possession of ammunition without a FOID card, aggravated unlawful use of a weapon and unlawful possession of a firearm. Andrew Heidenreich, age 19 of Forreston, Ill., is charged with unlawful possession of ammunition without a FOID card. The 17-year-old boy, from German Valley, Ill., is charged with possession of a firearm without a FOID card, possession of ammunition without a FOID card, aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, resisting a peace officer, and unlawful possession of a firearm. Baker and Heidenreich were processed and released with future court dates, according to the provisions of the Safe-T Act. The boy was transferred to the Kane County Juvenile Detention Center.

QC climate expert goes to UN conference in Dubai

Bit by bit, Christian Elliott is conquering both space and the Earth. The 25-year-old Blue Grass native (a graduate of Augustana College with a master’s from Northwestern University’s journalism school) will travel half-way around the world this Wednesday, Dec. 6. Elliott will be attending the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The annual conferences -- held in the framework of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) -- serve as the formal meeting of the UNFCCC parties (Conference of the Parties, COP) to negotiate and agree action on how to tackle climate change, limit emissions and halt global warming. Isabel Gakran of Instituto Zág delivers an address at the opening ceremony of the World Climate Action Summit during COP28 on Dec. 1, 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the United Nation's Climate Change Conference. (Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images) Elliott is taking part as a 2022 Fellow of the Pulitzer Center (through its climate science reporting fellowship), Dec. 6 through Dec. 12. “There’s an ocean pavilion, that they're gonna have some talks at, and there's the children and youth pavilion, which is where I'm gonna be involved,” he said recently. Elliott will be part of a panel discussion with a few other journalists for youth from across the world attending the Dubai conference. “It's about how to tell the climate change story from your community, through the example of the Pulitzer Center model,” he said, “which is trying to connect with schools and colleges and basically fund people that have ideas and provide training on how to actually go and report a story and get it into a publication." Elliott, 25, is a 2020 Augustana College graduate, and an alum of Rivermont Collegiate, Bettendorf. The UN Climate Change Conferences are the world's highest decision-making body on climate issues and one of the largest international meetings in the world.  The Pulitzer Center will be a major presence at COP28, showcasing a new framework of journalism and engagement in six distinct events, encompassing five themed pavilions. “Beyond conventional reporting, the transformative new model seeks to engage, inform, and promote agency on critical issues,” the center says. “The events hosted by the Pulitzer Center will inject a fresh perspective into high-level discussions about the future of climate change, concentrating on the interconnected challenges facing oceans, rainforests, and the intricate relationship between climate and labor.” The Pulitzer Center's participation at COP28 will include panel discussions, film screenings, and workshops that highlight the often underreported stories of rainforests, oceans, and the intersection of climate and labor. Elliott (a 2020 Augie grad with a master’s in science journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill School — was a recipient of the Pulitzer Center‘s 2022 Climate Science reporting fellowship and currently works full-time as a fellow for NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center. Elliott works for NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, which is a half hour outside Washington, D.C. He primarily works for NASA’s “Curious Universe” podcast, which he did starting in an internship during fall 2022 and spring 2023. In the three-year-old podcast (one of many NASA produces, including “Houston, We Have a Podcast”), you can join NASA astronauts, scientists, and engineers on a new adventure each week — all you need is your curiosity. Pulitzer Center will have a total of nine staff and fellows at the climate conference. Elliott was surprised to be chosen. “There's so many fellows and I definitely don't feel like I have the same level of experience as a lot of other journalists,” he said. “I think they picked me because of that. So I'm kind of more like the people who are gonna be attending this talk that have ideas, but don't have the experience and funding. But yeah, I definitely said yes right away.” Elliott during a vacation to the Grand Tetons in Wyoming. “It’s a great opportunity and I am really excited,” Elliott added. He’s especially honored to go to such a high-profile event, among people concerned with climate change. "I mean, it's really exciting. I think going to a COP meeting like that – it’s kind of the biggest thing you can do as an environmental journalist or climate journalist. That is like THE event for climate decisions globally.” Working remotely for NASA As a freelancer, Elliott has written science feature stories for National Geographic, Scientific American, Undark, Hakai, Discover, Sierra, Smithsonian and MIT Technology Review. Elliott’s reporting has been republished in The Atlantic, Slate, Mother Jones and Popular Science. Now, Elliott is a year-long fellow for NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, through August 2024. He works remotely from Springfield, Ill. (where his girlfriend is in medical school at a Southern Illinois University branch), and goes about once a month to the center in Greenbelt, Md. Elliott has produced podcast new episodes this fall, including a favorite one called “Hum of the Sun,” on what space sounds like. “It’s a question that has fascinated composers and scientists alike throughout history. Through a process called data sonification, heliophysicists are using NASA satellites like audio recorders to listen to the electromagnetic symphony our Sun plays on the strings of Earth’s magnetic field, and making new,” according to the podcast summary. The latest for “Curious Universe,” is on the mission that returned an asteroid sample to the Utah desert in September. Christian Elliott, left, with other NASA team members in Utah this past September for the return of samples from an asteroid. “That one was cool because they sent me out to Utah for the actual event to see the capsule land,” he said. Launched on Sept. 8, 2016, the Origins, Spectral Interpretation, Resource Identification, and Security-Regolith Explorer, or OSIRIS-REx, spacecraft traveled to a near-Earth asteroid named Bennu and collected a sample of rocks and dust from the surface. The spacecraft delivered the sample to Earth on Sept. 24, 2023. It released the capsule holding pieces of Bennu over Earth’s atmosphere. The capsule parachuted to the Department of Defense's Utah Test and Training Range, where the OSIRIS-REx team was waiting to retrieve it. This mission will help scientists investigate how planets formed and how life began, as well as improve our understanding of asteroids that could impact Earth, according to NASA. There is a connection between Elliott’s work on space and Earth, since NASA’s Earth Science division will be at this week's UN climate conference, he said. NASA collects comprehensive climate data, including temperature and ocean data, which he called “the best data there is on climate science.” “They try to not be not make political statements or call for any kind of specific action, but just try to inform people as much as they can,” Elliott said. He also did a six-month internship last year at WBEZ, the NPR station in Chicago, where he was a producer on the daily two-hour news show, “Reset.” Elliott at the Pulitzer Center’s Reporting Fellow Washington Weekend event held in Washington, D.C., Oct. 14-16, 2022. Part of his research for the Pulitzer Center was spending a week in fall 2022 at the Center for Oldest Ice Exploration in Oregon, a collaborative program that explores Antarctica for the oldest possible polar ice samples, analyzing them to understand the evolution and future of Earth’s climate system. Elliott produced three stories out of that project. So is his main vision focused on the stars or our home planet? “I think my biggest priority as a journalist is the climate change story and, I mean, just as a youngish person, I feel like that's the biggest crisis that we're facing,” he said. “So it’s an important story to tell.”  For more information, visit Elliott's website HERE.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis stops in Eldridge with Iowa caucus just 6 weeks away

The Florida governor and Republican presidential candidate visited the Quad Cities after completing a tour across the Hawkeye state.

Moline firefighters respond to mobile home fire

Two residents were able to evacuate safely, and firefighters extinguished the blaze within six minutes.

Illinois leaders to tour Arrowhead Ranch

Leaders in attendance will include State's Attorney Dora Villareal, Congressman Eric Sorensen and Rock Island County Board Chairman Richard Brunk.

Grand opening events set for new movie house

The Last Picture House, a boutique cinema and cocktail lounge in downtown Davenport, will show a brand-new movie Dec. 9 before its national release, as well as arguably the most famous film shot in Iowa. For its grand opening Saturday, Dec. 9, the two-screen theater at 325 E. 2nd St., will be christened with a ribbon-cutting at 5:30 p.m. followed by a reception, and a special advanced screening of A24’s “The Iron Claw,” which will be released nationwide Dec. 22. The new wrestling movie "The Iron Claw," starring Zac Efron, will be shown Dec. 9 at The Last Picture House, before being released nationwide. The new film stars Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, Harris Dickinson, and Lily James and is the true story of the inseparable Von Erich brothers, who made history in the intensely competitive world of professional wrestling in the early 1980s, according to a theater release. Through tragedy and triumph, under the shadow of their domineering father and coach, the brothers seek larger-than-life immortality on the biggest stage in sports. “The Iron Claw” screening will be an invite-only event, with any remaining tickets available to the public as first come, first serve. “We are above honored for the Quad Cities to be one of the first audiences ever to see this beautiful film from A24,” filmmakers and Last Picture House co-owners Scott Beck and Bryan Woods said in the release. The classic 1989 film “Field of Dreams” (starring Kevin Costner and shot in Dyersville, Iowa), will be shown at 3:30 p.m. Dec. 9. A French poster for the classic film "Field of Dreams" at Last Picture House, which will be shown in the new theater Dec. 9 at 3:30 p.m. Nestled along the Mississippi River in the Motor Row District of Davenport, The Last Picture House presents an art-deco inspired moviegoing experience that has been carefully designed and crafted for film lovers of all ages and tastes by Hollywood filmmakers and Bettendorf natives, Scott Beck & Bryan Woods. The cinema is home to two state-of-the-art studios, a luxurious cocktail lounge, a collection of rare film art and props, and a seasonal rooftop bar and outdoor screening space that overlooks the historic Arsenal Bridge, Mississippi River, and the Motor Row District. With a curated calendar of first-run movies playing alongside independent, international, classic and cult films, The Last Picture House offers a cultural and artistic space to encourage its audience to walk through the doors and engage with their friends, family, and community, all while celebrating a passion for film, the theater release says. Featuring incredible Dolby Atmos surround sound, laser and 35mm projection, and balcony seating, The Last Picture House harkens back to classic movie palaces of yesteryear. For more information and showtimes, visit its website HERE.

Good Morning from WVIK for Monday, December 4th, 2023

Another round of rain and snow Monday night

Warmer weather returns later this week.

Burlington firefighters respond to fire, revive family cat

A mobile home is considered a total loss after a fire early Monday morning.

Early morning Moline fire leaves 2 displaced

Two people have been displaced after a fire in Moline this morning. The Moline Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 3800 block of 29th Street on December 4 at 6:49 a.m. The first fire company arrived in six minutes and found a small, single story mobile home with smoke coming from inside. The home had working smoke detectors and the occupants had escaped the building before firefighters arrived. The first fire company entered the home, found the fire and extinguished it within 10 minutes. Other fire companies assisted with overhaul and checking for fire extension. Two residents were displaced from their home and are being helped by the Red Cross. No injuries were reported by residents or fire personnel. The initial Moline Fire response included 17 on-duty personnel in three engine companies, an aerial unit, a command vehicle and two ambulances. The East Moline, Rock Island and Arsenal Fire Departments provided additional assistance, as did Moline Second Alarmers, MidAmerican Energy, Rock Island Sheriff’s Department and the Red Cross. The fire is under investigation by the Moline Fire Department Bureau of Investigations.

3 Things to Know | Quad Cities morning headlines for Dec. 4, 2023

Rock Island crews are working on water main repairs this week, and Davenport is reopening 53rd Street. Pleasant Valley recanvasing after District 6 election.

Cat revived after early morning fire in Burlington

A cat was saved after an early morning fire in rural Burlington today, according to a news release from the City of Burlington. Both the Burlington and West Burlington Fire Departments were called to the 11000 block of Highway 99 in rural Burlington at about 1:50 a.m. on December 4. Burlington firefighters arrived by 2 a.m. and discovered flames coming from a mobile home trailer, the release said. The owner of the mobile home was not home at the time, but three roommates were able to escape safely. Firefighters were able to revive the family cat. There were no working smoke alarms in the mobile home and the structure is considered a total loss, according to the release. The cause of the fire was determined to be improperly discarded smoking material, and it has been ruled accidental. There were no injuries reported and firefighters cleared the scene at 3:51 AM. The mobile home was not insured. Eleven firefighters were on site between the two departments and were assisted by the Danville Fire Department, Gladstone Fire Department, REC Electric, Alliant Gas and the Des Moines County Sheriff’s Department.

Charges pending after person brought loaded gun into Genesis East

Davenport Police say charges are pending against a person who brought a loaded gun into Genesis East early Monday morning.

An Illinois hospital helps Ukrainian soldier avoid arm amputation after being injured in action

Andrii's unit was shot by a tank and his arm was nearly gone. Amputation was thought to be the only hope until Midwest Orthopedics at Rush stepped in.

START THE WEEK OFF RIGHT: Guide to preparing for winter weather

Being prepared for winter weather is crucial to ensure your safety and well-being

Nonprofit blesses ground for expansion in Davenport

New building will expand Project Renewal's free, after-school and summer programs for neighborhood children and teens

Water main repairs underway in Rock Island's 3rd Avenue

The closure is between 18th and 19th Streets on 3rd Avenue, and will start at 7 a.m. The city anticipates the work to be completed by the end of this week.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis meets voters in Eldridge with Iowa caucus just 6 weeks away

The Florida governor and Republican presidential candidate visited the Quad Cities after completing a tour across the Hawkeye state.

Cool Yule: “Million Dollar Quartet Christmas,” at the Timber Lake Playhouse through December 10

I don’t know about you, but I’m a Christmas-Music-After-Thanksgiving-and-Not-Halloween kind of person.. This isn't to say I’m a Grinch or a Scrooge; it's more that I find the charm of the holidays best enjoyed in smaller doses. Thankfully, the Timber Lake Playhouse’s most recent production Million Dollar Quartet Christmas, directed by Tim Seib, offers a rousing alternative to typical Christmas fare.

Presents Past and Future: “A Christmas Carol: The Musical,” at the Spotlight Theatre through December 10

“Bah, humbug!” is the opposite reaction I had after attending Saturday's performance of the Spotlight Theatre’s A Christmas Carol: The Musical, which is arguably the cleanest, best-sounding, most visually pleasing presentation I've yet seen at the venue. Director Adam Sanders and his team of designers put together a sleek, refreshing production that makes me excited for future shows that can explore theatre-making in this space in similarly different ways.

Pritzker Basing State Spending Projections on Nothing Catastrophic Happening Next Fiscal Year

The Governor’s Office of Management and Budget (GOMB) released a revised state revenue and spending forecast last month for the current fiscal year and it’s pretty good. Its projections for next fiscal year, however, was not nearly as strong. Projected Fiscal Year 2024 revenues have been revised upward by $1.4 billion, according to GOMB. However, “most of this fiscal year 2024 revenue forecast revision is assumed to be one-time in nature,” the budget office warned.

Gov. DeSantis seeks to gain ground on Trump in Eldridge visit

Trailing former president Donald Trump by nearly 40 points, Gov. DeSantis continues campaign in Eldridge Sunday.

Iowa Select Volleyball Club makes gift bags and cards for Children's Hospital

The Iowa Select Volleyball Club is giving back this Holiday Season through a gift bag drive for the Children's Hospital.

Fast-Tracking New Election Tools Does Not Serve Scott County Voters

For 30 years, the Reader has memorialized in print and online how nearly all local, state, and national legislators, staff within executive agencies, and jurists, regardless of political party, have epically failed in representing the electorates' interests and Constitutionally protected inalienable rights they swore to uphold as mandated by their oath of office.

Power restored after massive outage Sunday evening

A downed sub transmission line to blame for large power outage Sunday night.

WQAD welcomes Corey Spencer as News Director

Spencer has Quad Cities area roots, and joins the station after serving as Assistant News Director at KARE-TV in Minneapolis.

Woman injured, charged with DUI in Jo Daviess Co. Crash

No other injuries were reported.

Gilda's Club, Moline, presents workshop on advance care planning

Gilda’s Club will host a free educational workshop for anyone impacted by cancer from 5-6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 12, at Gilda’s Club Quad Cities Moline Clubhouse, 600 John Deere Road, Suite 101, Moline, a news release says. This free workshop will offer information and support on advance care planning (ACP,) including the process of ACP and creating an advance directive, and the differences between the two. Participants will learn why ACP is important and tips on what to consider when creating a care plan. Dinner will be provided for all in-person registered attendees. This program is offered at no cost and was made possible by funding from the Moline Foundation Kelly Craft, LISW, LCSW, program manager at Gilda’s Club Quad Cities, will give the presentation. This program is open to the public and is being offered in-person and via Zoom. Registration is required. For more details and to register, call Gilda’s Club at 563-326-7504, email gc@gildasclubqc.org or visit here.   About Gilda’s Club Gilda’s Club Quad Cities, and its CSC partners, uplifts and strengthens people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care.

Milan dog daycare feeling the effects of mystery dog illness

Tonja Wolf-Vick, owner of D.O.G. and Friends Doggy Daycare, is running at half-capacity because of the mystery respiratory illness.

Iowa to play Tennessee in Citrus Bowl on New Year’s Day

The Iowa football team will be returning to Florida when the 17th-ranked Hawkeyes take on No. 21 Tennessee in the 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl on Jan. 1 in Orlando, Florida.

Iowa State to play Memphis in Liberty Bowl

The Iowa State football team (7-5, 6-3 Big 12) has accepted an invitation to play in the 65th AutoZone Liberty Bowl in Memphis, Tennessee.

Who spends more on holiday decor: Iowa or Illinois?

Now that December is underway, normally dark streets in the Quad Cities are glowing from millions of holiday lights every night. Bridges, buildings, houses and trees sport all kinds of sparkly lights, but how much do people spend on decorations? (So you know if you’re above or below average.) Which lights are best? Is it too late to decorate? Today’s Homeowner, a syndicated home improvement TV show, surveyed 3,000 Americans about their holiday decorating plans for this year. The survey says 40% of Americans break out the holiday decorations between Thanksgiving and December 1. Out of that number, 34% deck the halls after Thanksgiving and 18% wait until December. In a rare show of bi-state unity, both Iowa and Illinois decorators start after Thanksgiving. Multi-colored lights are the choice for 60% of decorators, while 22% choose all white. The issue divides the local states; Iowa picks white lights while Illinois prefers lights in several colors. On average, decorators in the U.S. spend $384 on the holidays; New Hampshire residents must prefer to keep things especially festive since they spend $786 on average. Iowa residents aren’t far behind, spending $731 on average to make things merry while Illinois spends $371 on average. Men reportedly spent an average of about $490 on decorations while women averaged about $292. This is definitely an occasion where DIY is cheaper than hiring a pro; having a professional decorating service hang those boughs of holly costs $1,023 on average. For more results from the survey, including which states start decorating in October, click here.

Direction of Congress uncertain with dozens of members skipping re-election

There's no doubt you're seeing a lot of political ads from the republican presidential candidates.  We're now 43 days away from the Iowa Caucuses. But dozens of people serving in Congress right now are giving up their jobs.  The number is now up to 38 who decided they won't run for re-election next year. That’s 31 in the House and seven in the U. S. Senate.   Not all want to leave office completely. Fifteen of those in the house are running for other offices.  Host Jim Niedelman returns with Scott County Democratic Party Chair Kay Pence and former Rock Island County Republican Party Chair Drue Mielke.  "I think that it's getting, if anything, even more extreme," Pence said. "I don't think that any Congressperson should face a death threat over a vote." "Right now the average age is 64 in Congress," Mielke said. "It's always good to have new people, and new voices, and new thoughts." Click on the video to hear what else our panelists have to say.  Local 4 News, your local election headquarters, is proud to present 4 The Record, a weekly news and public affairs program focused on the issues important to you.  It’s a program unlike any other here in the Quad Cities. Tune in each Sunday at 10:30 a.m. as Jim Niedelman brings you up to speed on what’s happening in the political arena, from Springfield, Des Moines, Washington, D.C. and right here at home. 

Lawsuit against Iowa school book bans & gender identity restrictions debated

Almost 40 members of Congress will not try to keep their jobs next year.  Iowa’s law that restricts sexual content of books in school libraries along with gender identity claims of young students will be challenged in court.  And the timing of the City of Davenport's legal settlement with its outgoing city administrator comes into question.  Host Jim Niedelman coves that with Scott County Democratic Party Chair Kay Pence and former Rock Island County Republican Party Chair Drue Mielke.  This week the ACLU announced it's suing the state of Iowa on behalf of several families and advocates for LGBTQ rights. They're challenging the law that bans books in school libraries that depict sex acts.  And the so-called “Don’t say ‘gay’” provision doesn't let teachers address gender identity and sexual orientation topics with students from kindergarten through sixth grade.  The plaintiffs claim it's unconstitutional by violating freedom of expression.  Gov. Kim Reynolds slammed the lawsuit, arguing in part it's about keeping kids away from pornography.   This issue has become a lightning rod in American politics, with Democrats and Republicans taking hard-line extreme positions.  "I have to agree with Gov. Reynolds," Mielke said. "I think the legislators are doing what I believe the public in Iowa wants." "One of the big concerns is with the teachers being banned from talking about this stuff," Pence said. "It stops them from protecting students that might be bullied." To hear more of what our panelists have to say, click on the video.  And now we want to hear from you, too, with our question of the week: What do you think about Davenport reaching a legal settlement with City Administrator Corri Spiegel a month before the election, but not announcing it until after the election? Let us know your thoughts at lcook@whbf.com  Local 4 News, your local election headquarters, is proud to present 4 The Record, a weekly news and public affairs program focused on the issues important to you.  It’s a program unlike any other here in the Quad Cities. Tune in each Sunday at 10:30 a.m. as Jim Niedelman brings you up to speed on what’s happening in the political arena, from Springfield, Des Moines, Washington, D.C. and right here at home. 

Rayapati: 'Upside down' Southpark Mall TIF had to go

Today host Jim Niedelman looks at some recent developments in Moline.   The Moline City Council adopted a new budget. The almost-$145-million spending plan lowers the property tax rate. But taxes could still be higher because of higher property values.  The city is also raising utility fees. This comes after ending the Tax Increment Financing District for SouthPark Mall.  Moline's economic strategy encompasses the entire city. The John Deere Corridor and downtown get the most attention.  Maintaining city services is always a priority with a new budget adopted for next year.  One big move that hasn't received a lot of attention but could have significant ramifications for Moline and the Quad Cities as a whole is Gov. JB Pritzker's appointment of the Moline city administrator to the Illinois High Speed Railway Commission.  Moline has that beautiful train depot downtown that's used for other things besides a train station. It's been ready for five years.  Host Jim Niedelman gets to all that with Moline Mayor Sangeetha Rayapati.  "When you don't invest in your water systems, things can go really wrong," she said. "We are playing catch-up to make sure our utilities work and are ready for the impact of climate change and the general usage here in Moline." To hear what else Mayor Rayapati has to say, click on the video. Local 4 News, your local election headquarters, is proud to present 4 The Record, a weekly news and public affairs program focused on the issues important to you.  It’s a program unlike any other here in the Quad Cities. Tune in each Sunday at 10:30 a.m. as Jim Niedelman brings you up to speed on what’s happening in the political arena, from Springfield, Des Moines, Washington, D.C. and right here at home. 

German EMT visits from Muscatine's sister city

A German Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and his wife visited Muscatine recently to meet members of the Muscatine Fire Department, visit eastern Iowa and attend an industry conference. Steffen and Cindy Behrendt made their first trip to the U.S. meeting Muscatine Assistant Fire Chief Mark Hartman at a conference in Muscatine’s sister city in Germany, Ludwigslust. The couple actually lives in Grabow, located between Hamburg and Berlin, in northern Germany. The Behrendts stayed with the Hartmans, who took them to visit area attractions. They attended a reception by Muscatine Sister Cities and attended the Iowa Emergency Medical Association conference in West Des Moines. where Steffen participated in the "Honoring Our Own" ceremony at the conference. (City of Muscatine) The couple live in Grabow, a town a little way away from Ludwigslust and located halfway between Hamburg and Berlin in northern Germany. The EMT system in Germany works differently from its counterpart in the U.S. The German Rescue Service, “Rettungsdienst, is a public pre-hospital emergency medical service provided by German cities and counties and includes ambulance services. The service has two functions, emergency services and non-emergency services. Steffen is a “Rettungssanitäter,” meaning he runs an emergency ambulance that responds to all calls about imminent danger to human life and health. EMTs who arrange and perform non-emergency transfers are called “Krankentransport.” Hartman said the visit may lead to more exchanges with Ludwigslust.

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From a saxophone symphony to a festive market: QC area comes together for holiday season

NorthPark Mall hosted a group of saxophone players that serenaded shoppers with Christmas music. Freight House put on a festive holiday market as well.

News 8's Kory Kuffler earns 5th degree black belt

Kory says he's been training around four times a week for the past couple of months to earn the honor.

GOP candidates return to QCA this week

Iowa caucuses are six weeks away and GOP candidates eyeing the nomination are ramping up their campaigns in the Quad Cities this week.

Henry County officials looking for suspect with nationwide arrest warrant, still at large

The vehicle with the suspect collided with another car in Kewanee. Officials say the suspect had already left the scene when officers arrived.

400+ gamers gather at Putnam Museum for Iowa's largest esports event ever

Video games included Super Smash Bros., Street Fighter Six and Mortal Combat.

#2 Michigan beats #16 Iowa 26-0 in Big Ten Championship

Michigan’s defense overwhelmed Iowa leading the Wolverines to a 26-0 victory in the Big Ten Championship.

Muscatine's Library Board of Trustees has an opening available to a resident

The board oversees the Musser Public Library & HNI Community Center.

Henry County seeks help from public after deputy's injury

The Henry County Sheriff's Office seeks help from the public after a deputy suffered minor injuries in an incident late Friday, according to a news release from Chief Deputy Ben Franklin. About 11:51 p.m., a Henry County Deputy conducted a traffic stop with a vehicle on Route 78 south of Annawan, the release says. During the course of the traffic stop, the deputy learned an occupant had a valid nationwide arrest warrant. (Henry County Sheriffs Office) When the deputy tried to detain the suspect at the front passenger side door, the vehicle took off and the deputy suffered minor injuries. The vehicle was pursued as it "exhibited reckless disregard to the public" and traveled south on Route 78 into Kewanee, the release says. The driver of the suspect vehicle continued driving recklessly and collided with another vehicle near the intersection of Tenney and Division Streets, Kewanee. The suspect took off before law enforcement arrived. A Kewanee Fire and Ambulance crew assisted at the scene. The occupants of both vehicles were transported to OSF Saint Luke Medical Center for treatment, according to the release. Kewanee Police and other local law enforcement agencies assisted the sheriff’s office. The incident remains under investigation. No additional information was available Saturday night. The sheriff's office asks that anyone with information about the incident contact the Henry County Sheriff’s Office at 309-937-3611.

Rock Island street to close for water main repair

Beginning at 7 a.m. Monday, Third Avenue between 18th to 19th Streets will be closed for a water main repair, according to a news release. Pending favorable weather, the anticipated date of completion and resumption of normal traffic will be the end of the week. Travel delays can be expected at or near this location, the release says. Drivers should follow all posted signs for detour directions and watch for trucks entering and leaving this area. "The City of Rock Island is sorry for any inconvenience and appreciates the patience andconsideration of the traveling public," the release says.

Muscatine County, postal inspector help in arrest for cocaine

The Muscatine County Drug Task Force assisted in a case involving the arrest of a Tiffin, Iowa, man, according to a Saturday news release. During the course of an ongoing narcotics investigation the U. S. Postal Inspector intercepted a package being sent to the address of Juan Daniel Lopez in Tiffin. Pursuant to a search warrant the package was opened and it contained about a pound of cocaine, law enforcement alleges.  Additional search warrants were obtained for Lopez’s residence and vehicles. Law enforcement alleges that, during the subsequent searches, five guns, ammunition, digital scales and packaging materials were found. Lopez was taken to the Johnson County Jail in Iowa City. He faces felony charges of a controlled substance violation and failure to affix a drug tax stamp. The case was investigated by the Johnson County Drug Task Force with assistance from the U. S. Postal Inspector and the Muscatine County Drug Task Force. 

Lucia Nights, December 8 and 9

A two-evening celebration of the Swedish tradition based on the legend of Saint Lucia, Queen of Light, the 2023 Lucia Nights Festival in Bishop Hill will, on December 8 and 9, deliver a seasonal treat featuring live music, a barn dance, a chili supper, a tree-lighting ceremony, carriage rides, and more.

39th annual Christmas in LeClaire holds 8th Annual Ugly Sweater 5K Run

Christmas in LeClaire 2023 celebrated its 8th annual Ugly Sweater 5K run.

Gas prices continue to drop nationwide, but how are they doing in Iowa?

Gas prices have reportedly fallen every day since the peak on September 18. Here's how they're doing in Iowa.

“What You See Is What Might Be: Visual Narratives by Ioana Mamali,” through December 29

A series of fascinating works by a noted Romanian post-war and contemporary artist are decorating the walls of the University of Dubuque's Bisignano Gallery through December 29 in What You See Is What Might Be: Visual Narratives by Ioana Mamali, an exhibit that invites and challenges patrons as they wrestle with the stories displayed in Mamali’s paintings.

Make a homemade card to spread holiday cheer

Kids are invited to help spread holiday cheer to homebound seniors! In the spirit of the season of giving, the Rock Island Downtown Library children’s room is offering a card-making station through December 15. Families can make holiday cards to share, and the library will deliver the cards to residents at Rock Island care centers and to clients of the library’s Homebound Delivery service. Drop by the children's department of the Rock Island Downtown Library, located at 401 19th St., Rock Island, to create a holiday card to share. The card-making station will be available through Friday, December 15 during regular operating hours of the library: Monday-Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. For more information, click here.

Modern DNA tech helped identify a missing Cedar Rapids teen 50 years after he was killed

The body of Michael Schlicht was found in 1974 in California, but it wasn't until recently investigators could identify him and find his mother.

Bettendorf adjusting bus routes to serve the new Vera French clinic

Two of Bettendorf's routes will stop at the mental health clinic that opened in October.

All lanes of East 53rd St. in Davenport expected to reopen next week

The city says the street will open on or before Friday, Dec. 8, but there may still be periodic daytime lane reductions while other work is finished.

Iowa hunters preparing for shotgun deer hunting season

The season begins on Dec. 2.

Community invited to East Moline candlelight remembrance service

The holidays can be a difficult time for many, especially those struggling with the loss ofa loved one, or other forms of grief, a news release says. At 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5, St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1450 30th Ave., East Moline, will host a candlelight remembrance service. Community members who are mourning the death of a loved one (recent or long ago), mourning over other kinds of loss or simply feeling in distress are welcome to this service. An opportunity to light a candle in remembrance of those mourned will be available. Light refreshments and fellowship will be provided after the service, which is open to everyone.

Muscatine Library seeks resident to serve on board

One of the boards and commissions authorized by the City of Muscatine seeks a resident to serve on the Library Board of Trustees. The Musser Public Library and HNI Community Center Board of Trustees currently has one opening, a news release says. (FILE) A preschooler picks a book at the library. (Getty Images) The Library Board of Trustees meets at 4:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month in the Musser Public Library & HNI Community Center. The board is responsible for overseeing management of the library by the library director, employing and removing the library director as necessary, approving the expenditure of money allocated by the city council to the library, and approving the library budget for submission to the council. Members serve six-year terms with a maximum of two full terms with one member a resident of Muscatine County appointed from a list of names submitted by the Muscatine County Board of Supervisors. Anyone interested should complete an application and submit the form by Friday, Dec. 29. Applications can be either emailed to the administrative secretary or mailed to Boards & Commissions, c/o Administrative Secretary, Muscatine City Hall, 215 Sycamore, Muscatine, IA 52761.

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Eugene Field Elementary hosts annual 'Talking Wax Museum' event

Students spent five weeks researching an inventor or invention, which they then dressed up as and gave a presentation on at the event.

Iowa hunters preparing for shotgun deer hunting season

The season begins on Dec. 2.

Lawsuit filed against City of Clinton challenging sale of DeWitt Park

A lawsuit has been filed against Clinton City officials challenging its approval for the sale of DeWitt Park to the YWCA to build supportive housing.

Army vs. Navy flag football game held at Rock Island Arsenal

Rock Island Arsenal played host to the fifth annual Army vs. Navy flag football game.

Eugene Field Elementary hosts ‘Talking Wax Museum’ event

A Rock Island Elementary School held a unique event showing off their students work Friday morning.

QCA brothers, 5 and 9, race BMX bikes all over the country

Two Quad Cities brothers are competing in BMX races across the country. Deacon Reaves, 5, is a Grand National race winner. His brother, 9 year-old Knox Reaves, placed sixth out of 80-plus riders from all over the country. Local BMX track operators look at the local kids who find success at a young age as one of their own. "We're pumped up to see our local kids in those races," said Paul DePauw, a Rock Island BMX track operator. "Knox raced against 82 other riders. He was in the final 8, Deacon won his class also. It's exciting to see our East Moline locals out here getting in front." Deacon Reaves started when he was just two years old, and wanted to follow in his brother's footsteps. "These guys are giving a 110% every time that gate drops, so it's nerve-racking," said Jake Reaves, father of Deacon and Knox. "I can't even put into words how I feel. These boys are doing everything they can to be the best that they can be. It's just mind-blowing." Even track operator DePauw is impressed with the brothers' skills. "He would win the 5 and under class when he was 3," said DePauw. "His brother Knox is also one of our fastest kids out here. He was in the main events at the Grand Nationals also." Jake Reaves cherishes the drive that his two kids have. "In East Moline, they practice Tuesdays and Thursdays and we're there probably five days a week," said Reaves. "Any time these boys want to get a chance to ride their bikes they're always on their bikes, they're outside riding."

Robotic technology revolutionizing surgical procedures at Genesis

Genesis Medical Center in Davenport showcased Intuitive's ION and Da Vinci surgical robots in a demonstration.

Davenport driver struck squad car during chase, police allege

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Zavaan Mueller faces felony charges of second-degree criminal mischief and eluding - speeding over 25 mph over the limit, and serious misdemeanor charges of possession of a controlled substance - first offense and driving while his license was suspended, according to court records. Zavaan Mueller (Scott County Jail) At about 1:35 a.m. Friday, an Iowa State Trooper saw a light-blue Dodge Charger with no tail lights illuminated or a rear license plate leaving the BP gas station at Locust Street and Bridge Avenue, the trooper alleges in affidavits. The trooper tried to initiate a traffic stop in his fully marked ISP cruiser at the intersection ofLocust Street and Adams Street. The driver began to "aggressively accelerate" southbound on Adams and began to actively attempt to elude the officer, the trooper says in arrest affidavits. The trooper activated his emergency siren and gave chase continuing southbound on Eastern from Adams, the trooper writes in arrest affidavits. The Charger increased its speeds in excess of 60 mph in a posted 25 mph zone as he failed to stop at the stop sign for the intersection of Kirkwood Boulevard while another vehicle was lawfully stopped, police allege in affidavits. "During the pursuit I witnessed multiple traffic infractions including but not limited to speeding in excess of 25 mph over the speed limit, fail to obey traffic control devices, unsafe turns, careless driving, unsafe approach to stationary vehicles, driving on the wrong side of the road and failure to maintain control," the state trooper alleges in arrest affidavits. The pursuit circled the area around the Village of East Davenport at one point,with a high speed in excess of 75 mph while on 12th Street, the officer alleges in affidavits, adding that Mueller purposefully drove into oncoming lanes toward fully marked Davenport Police squad cars. Davenport Police were in the area assisting with clearing intersections and attempting to deploy stop sticks but were unsuccessful, affidavits show. The pursuit ended when Mueller began driving toward a state trooper and another officer near the intersection of Oneida and 10th Street, where officers used a Precision Intervention Technique (PIT) to try to avoid a collision. During the PIT, Mueller continued to accelerate northbound, striking a Davenport squad car, causing in excess of $5,000 worth of damage, police allege in affidavits. "I then used my cruiser to pin the driver's door shut and a felony stop ensued," the trooper writes in affidavits. In affidavits, police allege Mueller began to kick his own window "in an attempt to try and flee on foot. He then jumped to the passenger's side and exited the vehicle fleeing on foot. A chase ensued and Mueller failed to stop or follow commands, keeping his hands out of sign." The trooper deployed his Taser as Mueller was attempting to scale a fence, affidavits show. He was then taken into custody, checked by EMS and transported to Scott County Jail by Davenport Officers. A search of the car was conducted because of a strong odor of marijuana and a bag of marijuana was located in the driver's side pocket of the front door. Mueller is set for a preliminary hearing Dec. 8 in Scott County Court.

Eugene Field Elementary students dress up for annual 'Talking Wax Museum'

Students spent five weeks researching an inventor or invention, which they then dressed up as and gave a presentation on at the event.

Community resources in the Quad Cities area for staying warm this winter

Find shelters, warming centers and clothing pantries across the Quad Cities.

Here's what analysts had to say during the QC Chamber of Commerce's annual economic forecast presentation

The QC Chamber hosted its annual economic forecast event Friday — breaking things down both nationally and locally to help businesses prepare for the upcoming year.

Rock Island Arsenal hosts 6th annual Army, Navy flag football game

Next weekend, both teams will come together to watch the actual Army and Navy college football game.

Answering the call: QC 911 dispatcher retires after 35 years of service

For three and a half decades, Michaele Mier has been the voice of calm amidst the chaos at the city of Rock Island. Now, she's saying goodbye.

Election 2024: Vivek Ramaswamy speaks out against proposed carbon capture pipelines

Ramaswamy says he came to his stance after months of listening to Iowans on the issue.