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Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
	Hope on the Farm: Port Byron family honors 6-month-old daughter’s life after passing from rare cancer diagnosis with giving tree this holiday season Despite one of the most painful heartbreaks imaginable, the family is finding a new mission through the Millie Moo Foundation to make a difference and keep their daughter’s spirit alive.
	AAA Tow to Go service activated ahead of Thanksgiving The AAA Tow to Go service has been activated ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend and forecasted snow storms.
	'Stranger Things' is back. Does everything old still feel new? The first episodes of the show's fifth and final season are out on Wednesday night. Critic Eric Deggans says the Duffer Brothers keep the plot moving along — even though, so far, many of the storylines feel familiar.
	Highway 67 in LeClaire opens to two-way traffic The detour around LeClaire has been removed and construction has halted for the winter. Plus, two-way traffic flows all the way through town, a news release says. New sidewalks take pedestrian all the way up Cody Road beyond the Green Tree Brewery to Mississippi Cottage Antiques, La Herradura Mexican Restaurant, EVI - Electric Vehicles of [...]
	Burlington schools to transform auditorium into new $9 million performing arts center Burlington’s Aldo Leopold auditorium will be renovated into a $9 million performing arts center, expanding seating and improving sound for student performers.
	Snowstar prepares for winter as cold snap brings snowmaking window Snowstar is preparing for winter as colder air moves in, with plans to begin snowmaking next week if temperatures drop low enough.
	Festival of Trees hosts celebrity luncheon to raise money for Quad City Arts The Festival of Trees hosted its celebrity lunch with a spectacular turn out.
	Ameren residential gas customers to see average $3.65 increase on bills in January Ameren says its natural gas storage fields allow it to deliver heating to Illinoisians’ homes at a lower price, but consumer groups argue rates are still too high.
	Your local Thanksgiving Day forecast With Thanksgiving right around the corner tomorrow there are plenty of events around the Quad Cities to celebrate. One of those is the annual Turkey Trot! Thankfully the weather is going to be holding out with lots of clear skies and sunshine but cold temperatures in the morning Throughout the rest of your Thanksgiving Day [...]
	Man critically injured in Rock Island shooting Tuesday night A 40-year-old man was shot Tuesday night in Rock Island and rushed to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
	Visit Quad Cities Resident Sentiment Survey now open Visit Quad Cities Resident Sentiment Survey is open for residents to complete.
	Quad Cities International Airport prepares for incoming snowfall The incoming snowfall is expected to be wet and heavy, which puts a real strain on cleanup equipment.
	'Job fulfillment.' The man behind the food at Kinnick Stadium feeds tens of thousands Tens of thousands of people crowd parking lots and front lawns down Melrose Avenue in Iowa City an hour before a home Iowa Hawkeye football game. Smiles, laughs, food, and the ACDC classic, "Back in Black," can be heard throughout the streets. But game day for Stephen Handley looks a little different. Handley is the [...]
	QC Animal Welfare Center to host holiday open house on Dec. 6 The QC Animal Welfare Center will hold its Holiday Open House on Dec. 6 with adoption specials, vendors, raffle baskets, and donation opportunities for animals.
	Galesburg students purchase gifts for kids in need Junk 4 Jingles has been a Galesburg tradition for six years now.
	Snowstar prepares for winter as cold snap brings snowmaking window Snowstar is preparing for winter as colder air moves in, with plans to begin snowmaking next week if temperatures drop low enough.
	Quad Cities winterization: Experts urge homeowners to prepare now “It starts with maintenance. Really, you have a gas fired appliance. You have flue gases and electricity all in the same cabinet, all running for heating season. So it is good to have a professional come out,” said contractor.
	Figge features local artists in Winter Art Market There will also be a discount at the Figge's store. It's part of Museum Store Sunday which includes 2,200 museums across the U.S.
	'Mr. Thanksgiving' returns for community holiday meal Since 1971, Bob Vogelbaugh has hosted a Thanksgiving meal for the community, welcoming thousands to help celebrate the holiday. 'Mr. Thanksgiving' and Emily Allen joined Our Quad Cities News to talk about what you can expect from this year's event. For more information, click here.
	Man in critical condition after fire on W Eighth Street in Davenport A 71-year-old man is in critical condition after a fire on the 1300 block of W Eighth Street. A neighbor extinguished the flames before firefighters arrived.
	IPR's 2025 holiday book guide for kids of all ages Give the gift of a great story to a child in your life. Our expert readers recommend the best new books for the littlest readers through young adult readers.
	Thomson Prison union applauds OSHA recommendations on mail handling OSHA recommended the Bureau of Prisons adopt additional controls, including digitized mail systems that convert inmate mail into electronic images before delivery.
	Sterling declares snow emergency Sterling has declared a snow emergency in advance of this weekend’s snow forecast. The snow emergency goes into effect on Friday, November 28 at 6 p.m. After that time, all vehicles must be parked in accordance with the City of Sterling’s Snow Emergency Parking Regulations: The parking restrictions will terminate block by block after the [...]
	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: LINDSEY BRIX, 34, 5', 120 pounds, brown hair, hazel eyes. Wanted in Scott County on multiple warrants including charges of probation violation/sex offender registration [...]
	Trump defends key negotiator after leaked phone call appears to show him coaching Russia A transcript of the call appears to show Steve Witkoff coaching his Russian counterpart on how they could get a better deal to end the war in Ukraine
	71-year-old man severely burned in house fire, neighbor helps put out fire A 71-year-old man was found with severe burns in a house fire Wednesday morning.
	71-year-old in critical condition following Davenport residential fire Upon arrival, Davenport firefighters learned a neighbor had entered the burning residence and extinguished the fire prior to the crew's arrival.
	Two National Guard members shot in D.C., suspect is in custody, authorities say White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Trump has been briefed and actively monitoring the situation.
	Two West Virginia National Guard members killed in D.C. shooting, authorities say In a statement, West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said two members of the West Virginia National Guard died from injuries following a shooting in Washington, D.C.
	Two West Virginia National Guard members shot in D.C., authorities say The shooting erupted a few blocks north of the White House. Emergency responders were sent at 2:18 p.m. ET. They treated and took three gunshot victims to the hospital, according to D.C. Fire and EMS.
	OSHA cites FCI Thomson after finding officers at risk of drug exposure in prison mailroom OSHA cited FCI Thomson for serious safety hazards after finding staff were exposed to drug-tainted mail without PPE, training or hazard protocols.
	Davenport man arrested, charged with stealing copper from Thunder Bay Grille A Davenport man is in the Scott County Jail on a secured $50,000 bond after police say he and others tried to steal copper from air conditioning units at the former Thunder Bay Grille. Criminal complaints filed in Scott County Court say Davenport Police officers responded to 6511 N. Brady Street regarding suspicious activity on [...]
	Man shot in Rock Island; sustains life-threatening wounds Rock Island Police are investigating a shooting in the city last night. A news release from the Rock Island Police Department says officers responded to a home residence in the 800 block of 14th Street on November 25 at about 9:30 p.m. after receiving calls of shots being fired and a victim struck by gunfire. [...]
	Figge features local artists in Winter Art Market There will also be a discount at the Figge's store. It's part of Museum Store Sunday which includes 2,200 museums across the U.S.
	Great-great grandma meets twin grandbabies 72 years after birthing twins at the same hospital A northern Iowa family is feeling extra grateful this holiday season.
	Man critically injured in Rock Island shooting Tuesday night A 40-year-old man was shot Tuesday night in Rock Island and rushed to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police are asking anyone with information to come
	4 marketing tricks to not fall for this holiday season Retailers use marketing techniques to get you to spend more, like creating a false sense of urgency or creating artificial discounts. Outsmart the gimmicks with these tips.
	School bus crash in Clinton County injures driver of other vehicle The crash occurred around 7:33 a.m. at the intersection 380th Avenue and 220th Street in Elvira.
	Medicare negotiated lower prices for 15 drugs, including 71% off Ozempic and Wegovy Medicare announced 15 lower drugs after a second round of negotiations with pharmaceutical companies. The drugs include Ozempic and also drugs to treat asthma, breast cancer and leukemia.
	40-year-old suffers life-threatening gunshot wound, police say Police received calls about gunfire and a person being struck about 9:31 p.m. in the 800 block of 14th Street, according to the Rock Island Police Department.
	Police: 40-year-old received a life-threatening gunshot wound Tuesday in Rock Island Officers responded to calls of shots being fired in the 800 block of 14th Street Tuesday night.
	Over 200 MidAmerican customers without power Hundreds of MidAmerican customers on the Illinois side of the Quad Cities are without power Wednesday morning.
	Deere & Company reports lower Q4 earnings amid challenging year Deere & Company said Wednesday that it had fourth-quarter net income of $1.065 billion, or $3.93 per share.
	Leaf collection in Moline runs through Wednesday before pausing for Thanksgiving Moline will pause leaf collection for Thanksgiving, with no pickup on Thursday or Friday. Pickup resumes Monday, Dec. 1, 2025
	71-year-old man burned in house fire, officials say Davenport Fire Chief Jeff VanderWiere told KWQC that crews responded to a house fire about 10:12 a.m. in the 1300 block of W. 8th Street.
	No students injured after school bus hit by vehicle in rural Clinton County A school bus was struck at a rural Clinton County intersection Tuesday morning. No students were hurt; the other driver had minor injuries, officials said.
	School bus struck in Clinton County A school bus in Clinton County was struck by a vehicle this morning, according to a news release from the Clinton County Sheriff's Office. Clinton County Sheriff's deputies were dispatched to the intersection of 380th Avenue and 220th Street in Elvira for a report of an accident involving a Northeast Community School District bus and [...]
	How to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is back this year and promises to be bigger than ever. Here's a preview of what to expect and how to watch.
	'The Beatles Anthology' remasters the Fab Four — with great results In 1995, an eight-part documentary series told the story of The Beatles and their music. Now, 30 years later, The Beatles Anthology is back, with a fresh sound and a brand-new ninth episode.
	Resignations, hirings and other personnel news from Central DeWitt School District for November The following personnel items are from the Nov. 17 agenda of the Central-DeWitt School Board. The Board met at the Middle School Media Center, 425 E. 11th St., DeWitt, Iowa.
	Driver injured after car, bus crash No students on the bus were injured, deputies said.
	Deere CEO sells $5.5M in stock ahead of Q4 results report; exchange planned in June The day before John Deere's fourth quarter financial report, the company CEO sold $5.5 million in stock. The planned exchange was approved June 20 as part of Rule 10b5-1.
	Deere reports net income of $1.065 billion for quarter, $5.027 billion for fiscal year Deere's reported yearly net income is down $2 billion from last year.
	Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau announce their government takeover on state TV Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau appeared on state TV saying they have seized power in the country, following reports of gunshots near the presidential palace.
	The Georgia election interference case against Trump and others has been dropped The historic Georgia election interference case against President Trump and allies for their efforts to overturn the 2020 election is no more.
	Symphony of Lights celebrates 30 years of holiday tradition in Clinton What began in 1996 as a volunteer-led display has grown into one of eastern Iowa’s largest seasonal attractions, drawing between 5,000 and 6,000 vehicles each year.
	Lee Enterprises digital subscription revenue up year over year in latest results report Revenue from digital-only subscribers totaled $25 million, up 6% over the prior year, or up 16% on a same-store basis.
	At long last, the mystery of lightning on Mars is solved A chance discovery by a NASA rover on Mars shows that the red planet has a form of lightning, which researchers had suspected for decades but never seen.
	Resignation, hirings and transfers from Bettendorf School District for Nov. 13 The following personnel items are from the Nov. 13 agenda of the Bettendorf Community School District. The School Board met at the Administration Center, 3311 18th St., Bettendorf.
	Cook review: 'Wicked: For Good' is a bittersweet tale of friendship gone wrong "Wicked: For Good" tugs at the heartstrings. It has to, with a song like "For Good" at its core. Here's the bottom line: If you liked the first part, you'll enjoy the second half. If you didn't like the first "Wicked" film, I can't imagine going to the finale. I found the first part delightful, [...]
	Retirements, resignations, hirings, other Davenport School personnel news for Nov. 10 See the personnel items from the Nov. 10 agenda of the Davenport Community School District. The School Board met at Davenport Community School District at 1702 N. Main St., Davenport.
	Winter storm likely this weekend with snow totals increasing as we get closer For days now, we've been warning you about the increasing chances of seeing our first widespread accumulating snow of the season. It's almost a sure thing, at this point. While it's still too early to say specifically how much snow will fall, several inches are likely. As we await an advisory or watch, here are [...]
	Our readers' tales of kindness will surprise you, warm your heart and make you smile We invited you to share acts of kindness. The topics include new shoes, a basket of berries that aren't very tasty and an unexpected twist for someone treating the person behind them in line.
	Deere & Company reports 4th quarter earnings Deere & Company has released its fourth-quarter earnings. The company reported net income of $1.065 billion for the fourth quarter ended November 2, or $3.93 per share, compared with net income of $1.245 billion, or $4.55 per share, for the quarter ended October 27, 2024. Net income attributable to Deere & Company was $5.027 billion [...]
	Greetings from Amman, Jordan, where history lent a colossal hand Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.
	Hundreds lose power on Illinois side of Quad Cities as strong winds hit region Over 700 customers lost power Wednesday morning in parts of the Illinois Quad Cities, with MidAmerican reporting weather-related outages amid 45 mph wind gusts.
	Inside Iowa Politics: Why feeding Iowans is so challenging Luke Elzinga is one of the Iowans committed to feeding hungry families.
	Matt Barber & Friends, December 6 A popular entertainer performing in the 20th-anniversary year of his graduation from Rock Island High School, Matt Barber returns to Davenport's Grape Life Wine Store & Cellar on December 6, the artist and a few special friends performing an intoxicating repertoire of jazz, pop, '50s-'70s classics, and seasonal favorites.
	More than 700 MidAmerican customers without power Hundreds of MidAmerican customers on the Illinois side of the Quad Cities are without power Wednesday morning.
	Muscatine Municipal Golf Course and Driving Range to close at end of day Wednesday Winter hours for the Clubhouse and Golf Simulator begin Monday.
	Quad Cities restaurants prepare for spread of Illinois Mobile IDs Illinois introduced Mobile ID cards on Nov. 19. Some bartenders welcome the change, while businesses weigh access, privacy and compliance questions.
	Few schools in Scott County have tested for radon; proposed bill would expand testing to private schools Radon exposure has a direct connection to lung cancer and is the second leading cause of lung cancer, behind smoking.
	Remembering Caleb: Friend, family give back to keep memories alive of Davenport man Caleb Hardy was killed almost two years ago by a drunk driver. Now a food pantry and clothes closet have been established in his memory.
	Mothering Nature This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.I'm not the right kind of doctor, but I confess that every so often I write myself a prescription: "Walk down to the…
	The origins of your dog's unique look may be older than you think A new study finds that about half of the physical variation seen in modern dogs existed during the Stone Age.
	How the turkey trotted its way onto our Thanksgiving tables — and into our lexicon Much of the turkey's early history is shrouded in uncertainty, historians and etymologists say — which is particularly true of how the bird got its name.
	The U.S. produces a lot of food waste. This place wants to address it Even amid rising grocery prices and increased sensitivity to environmental issues, Americans still trash once-edible food at alarming rates.
	Italy now recognizes the crime of femicide and punishes it with life in prison Italy's parliament on Tuesday approved a law that punishes femicide with life in prison. The vote coincided with the international day for the elimination of violence against women.
	National Parks to raise fees by $100 for international tourists to popular U.S. parks The National Park Service says it is going to start charging international tourists an extra $100 to enter popular parks. They will be left out of fee-free days, reserved for American residents.
	Trump spares turkeys — but not his political opponents — at annual pardoning ceremony President Trump brought grievances to the Thanksgiving pardoning ceremony on Tuesday. He joked about sending the turkeys to a prison in El Salvador, and claimed that last year's turkey pardons were invalid.
Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
	Kilkenny’s Pub hosts first Augustana vs St. Ambrose toy drive battle Kilkenny’s Pub is putting on their first ever Augustana vs St. Ambrose toy drive battle.
	Tailgates N’ Tallboys festival not returning to Clinton in 2026 A popular music festival in Clinton won’t be returning in the new year.
	MLK Center serves record number of Thanksgiving meals Officials said the center served more than 9,000 meals between Friday and Sunday, making it the largest in the event’s 36-year history, according to a media release.
	Traffic Alert: Part of 14th Street blocked due to police presence A section of 14th Street in Rock Island is blocked off because of a police presence Tuesday night.
	Restaurants and bars prepare for use of Illinois mobile ID Some restaurants will need to acquire new scanners to read the new digital IDs.
	Freeport man charged with making threats against Illinois state senator State Sen. Andrew Chesney, R-Freeport, reported the threats to the Illinois State Police in early September.
	CPKC Holiday Train stops in Davenport The train brought some holiday cheer, as well as a concert from Smash Mouth and JJ Wilde.
	Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Train rolls into the QCA The Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Train rolled into the QCA. The train stopped in Clinton, Davenport and Muscatine. JJ Wilde and Smash Mouth performed across the three cities. The Holiday Train raises money and collects food for local food banks. The train next heads to Ottumwa.
	Artist paints seven murals for Deck the Downtowns Store fronts, businesses and restaurants are joining in the Quad Cities' holiday spirit this year.Their front windows are decked out with Christmas characters as a part of Deck the Downtowns. One of the artists, Leo Kelly, spoke with Our Quad Cities about his creations on Tuesday. "I want to be able to drive by with [...]
	Galesburg building block company Lux Blox awarded $100k grant from the state of Illinois A decade ago, after a countless number of trial and error, Heather and Mike Acerra found the perfect building block to start their company, Lux Blox. They wanted to make a block that would resemble how things are actually made, not just bricks, like many of their competitors. "(Lux Blox) give kids access to the [...]
	Federal authorities take over drug case of man arrested at Walmart with more than half-pound of meth Federal authorities have taken over the drug case of a man whom police arrested for shoplifting at a Walmart store and then seized from him meth and a loaded gun.
	City Circle Theatre Company's “Irving Berlin's White Christmas,” December 5 through 14 A legendary holiday-film perennial and thrilling song-and-dance showcase for Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye will be brought to theatrical life when City Circle Theatre Company presents Irving Berlin's White Christmas at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, the show's December 5 through 14 run treating audiences to a Tony-nominated treat featuring timeless Berlin hits in “Blue Skies,” “Happy Holiday,” “Let Me Sing and I'm Happy,” and “I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm.”
	Rock Island service providers discuss amendments to social service ordinance “The government came to the table as a partner, one among many, a player on the field," said CEO.
	Illinois hunters harvest fewer deer in first part of firearm season Hunters in Illinois harvested a preliminary total of 51,409 deer during the first weekend of the Illinois firearm deer season between Nov. 21-23, according to a news release. Comparatively, hunters took 54,661 and 53,348 deer during the first firearm weekends in 2024 and 2023. Illinois’ seven-day firearm deer season will conclude Dec. 4-7. Youth hunters [...]
	Iowa State Patrol provides safety tips ahead of Thanksgiving holiday weekend The Thanksgiving holiday weekend is almost here and ahead of it, an Iowa State trooper is sharing some tips on how you can stay safe, especially if your plans include drinking alcohol.
	FIRST ALERT DAY Wednesday for gusty winds A cold front moves through this evening, bringing gusty winds and colder temperatures.
	Authorities identify body found in July as 27-year-old Princeton man A man was found dead in Princeton on July 11. The coroner just received state DNA analysis results identifying him.
	Family honors late son with community food pantry in Moline Caleb Hardy’s family honored the 25-year-old killed by a drunk driver with Caleb’s Cabinet, a community food pantry serving hundreds in Moline.
	Three of four men involved in Davenport shooting incident enter into plea agreement Two men and one teen charged in a March 2024 shooting incident in Davenport, during which police said 52 shots were fired at two homes, have entered into plea agreements with Scott Cunty prosecutors.
	Gilda's Club set to illuminate 27th annual Blessing Tree on Dec. 2 You can sponsor a bow, light or ornament in memory or celebration of a loved one. The proceeds will provide free support programing to area cancer patients.

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