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Sunday, November 1st, 2026
	Conrad Bergendoff This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.During the Golden Age of steam boating on the Upper Mississippi River, no job was more critical than that performed by…
	Most Americans would rather cook (and eat) Thanksgiving sides than the actual turkey Whether you're cooking on Thanksgiving, bringing your specialty, or just enjoying the food, you probably have a favorite side dish. Campbell's just released its 2026 State of the Sides Report to officially validate your choices.
	What's it like to run for Congress when the odds are stacked heavily against you? The majority of congressional races this cycle are rated either solid Democrat or solid Republican. They're the opposite of tossups, where candidates from the minority party face near impossible odds.
	Trump thanks supporters for the memories in final campaign stops for 2026 midterms President Trump has maintained a near-daily rally schedule as Election Day draws closer, playing his greatest hits for loyal crowds in red states in what is a sort-of goodbye to campaigning.
	Supreme Court hears religious freedom case centered on universal pre-K program The Archdiocese of Denver wants to be able to turn away LGBTQ families from Catholic preschools that receive state funding.
	Here's how to watch election night as the polls close, hour-by-hour As polls close on election night, here's a look at what to expect each hour and which midterm races are key to deciding control of Congress.
	'Grasping at straws': Judge dismisses Trump suit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein letter Saying the president was "grasping at straws," a federal judge on Saturday threw out Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and media mogul Rupert Murdoch over a story reporting on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Saturday, October 31st, 2026
	Illinois high school football first round playoffs: October 31st Watch highlights from Rockridge vs Newman, Eastland Pearl City vs Riverdale, Warrensburg Latham vs Erie-Prophetstown, and South Fork vs Ridgewood.
	8 years later, Moline police still seek answers in Corey Harrell Jr. homicide Eight years after Corey Harrell Jr. was killed, Moline police are again urging anyone with information to come forward.
	Quad Cities-to-Chicago passenger rail line remains on track, with construction possible next spring One year after funding was approved for the QC-to-Chicago passenger rail line, negotiations continue, with construction on track potentially starting next spring.
	Moline-to-Chicago passenger rail project remains on track one year after funding approval A year after funding was approved, leaders say the Moline-to-Chicago passenger rail project has cleared major hurdles and continues moving forward.
	Rock Island police investigate shooting incident at convenience store Rock Island police are investigating a shooting incident at the convenience store at 24th Avenue and 7th Street on Saturday.
	Police presence at Corner View Liquor in Rock Island We’re working to learn more about a police presence at Corner View Liquor Saturday night.
	Moline police seek tips 8 years after unsolved killing of Corey Harrell Jr. Eight years after Corey Harrell Jr. was fatally shot in Moline, police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
	Virginia and D.C. sue to block construction of Trump arch U.S. District Court Judge Tanya Chutkin ordered both sides to talk and to agree on a proposed briefing schedule on the motion for a temporary restraining order by Saturday evening.
	Suspicious fire under investigation in downtown Davenport A vacant building on Gaines Street in Davenport was damaged in a suspicious fire Saturday morning.
	Election issue guide: Iowa House District 82 candidate James Behrmann prioritizes water quality, cancer concerns James Behrmann wants Iowa to identify sources of water contamination, hold polluters accountable and help farmers reduce runoff. Here's what he's proposing.
	Moline Police: No justice 8 years after Corey Harrell Jr. killing The Moline Police Department is still seeking justice eight years after Corey Harrell Jr. was shot and killed.
	Suspicious fire damages vacant Davenport building; cause under investigation A vacant building on Gaines Street in Davenport was damaged in a suspicious fire Friday morning.
	France seethes again as youth-led protests sweep Europe French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez warned of a "very high risk" of disorder, especially after dark on Halloween, as some 320,000 people nationwide took to the streets.
	Anti-corruption and party discipline: takeaways from from this week's key political meeting in Beijing The Communist party central committee meeting was focused on discipline and fighting corruption. It comes ahead of next year when Xi is widely expected to try to secure a fourth term.
	Key takeaways from this week's political meeting in Beijing The Communist party central committee meeting was focused on discipline and fighting corruption. It comes ahead of next year when Xi is widely expected to try to secure a fourth term.
	A simple explainer of the massive $6.3 billion crypto heist at Binance Here are five things to know about the massive hack of the crypto exchange Binance — from how it happened to what it means for the sector.
	Rugh would like to see more in-person voting in the future, do away with mail-in ballots Steven Rugh said he would like to see more in-person voting and do away with mail-in ballots.
	Illinois launches $150M+ housing initiative Illinois is investing more than $150 million to expand housing options for working families and help thousands of residents purchase homes.
	Watch live: Annual Galena Halloween Parade streams Saturday night on KWQC+ Viewers can watch the annual Galena Halloween Parade live from home Saturday evening through a special broadcast partnership between KWQC and the Galena Chamber of Commerce.
	American Legion Post 569, Milan, to hold Veterans Day ceremony The American Legion Post 569 Veterans Day ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at the post, 515 1st Ave. W., Milan. Guest speaker will be Command Sgt. Major Michael J. Asuncion, U. S. Army Garrison, Rock Island Arsenal. The program will include recognition of all veterans, a patriotic observance, Asuncion's presentation, and [...]
	Justice Department seeks to isolate Alaska ballots amid criminal probe over Senate candidate The latest developments come amid allegations, first reported by The New York Times, that Democrats recruited a spoiler candidate in the toss-up U.S. Senate race.
	Crews battle fire at a Sterling corn crib No injuries were reported following a fire at a Sterling corn crib. According to a release, the Sterling Fire Department, Rock Falls Fire Department and CGH EMS were dispatched to the 17000 block of Luther Rd. for a report of a fire in a corn crib October 30 at approximately 10:17 p.m. Dixon Rural Fire, [...]
	ImpactLife partners with blood donors, hosts, for QCA community blood drives ImpactLife will partner with local blood donors and drive hosts for community blood drives during the week of Nov. 9: With the return of Big Ten football, ImpactLife has joined blood providers across the U.S. in the third season of the Abbott and Big Ten "We Give" Blood Drive, a nationwide competition for a $1-million [...]
	Witches Night Out brings spooky soirée to Moline Halloween spirit took over downtown Moline, and you almost needed a scorecard to keep track of which witch was which. Our Quad Cities News photojournalist Mike Colón joined the fun for a spell at Witches Night Out.
	Resignations, hirings, other Central DeWitt School District personnel news from Oct. 19 The following personnel items are from the Oct. 19 agenda of the Central-DeWitt School Board.
	Drone photo award winners: Far-out landscapes. Ship recycling. Rugs, rugs rugs! The Siena Drone Photo Awards for 2026 offer breathtaking bird's-eye views of our planet, revealing landscapes, livelihoods and human stories often invisible from the ground.
	How does daylight saving time impact your health? Sleep is impacted, as well as metabolism, mental health and vascular health.
	Jack Nicholson was scary. But Shelley Duvall delivered the real horror in 'The Shining' Just in time for Halloween, NPR correspondent Brian Mann caught 'The Shining' on the big screen — and it changed how he understood the movie.
	Steamboat/Horse Race This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Have you ever noticed how we always measure the speed of an animal against a horse? A horse can outrun a human, but a…
	Memories of Muscatine: A paper pumpkin This week for Memories of Muscatine: A paper pumpkin c.1940.
	Do you have seasonal affective disorder? How to tell — and what to do about it The syndrome can make people feel like a "hibernating bear," says Dr. Norman Rosenthal, who published the first research on SAD. He explains how to identify the symptoms and what to do to feel better.
	Your writing was flagged as AI. What does that actually mean? As editors turn to imperfect AI detection tools to weed out machine-generated submissions, writers who say they were falsely accused of using AI are left wondering what triggered a positive result.
	After last year's storm, this remote Alaska town is still picking up the pieces In October, 2025, the remnants of a typhoon seriously damaged Alaska Native villages in the far western part of the state. A year later, one of the hardest hit communities is still recovering.
	Sandburg will recognize community leader, Korean War vet, at Veterans Day event Sandburg will recognize a longtime community leader as part of a Veterans Day event. A Veterans Day tribute to Lomac Payton will take place at 6 p.m. Nov. 11 in the Graham Health System S+T Center Atrium on the Galesburg campus. A veteran of the Korean War, Payton is also a former member of the [...]
	How to prepare to 'fall back' this weekend DES MOINES, Iowa - It's once again time to turn the clocks back this weekend, despite efforts to change that permanently. In July of this year, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Sunshine Protection Act. The bill would leave Daylight Saving Time in place year-round and get rid of the biannual ritual of turning [...]
Friday, October 30th, 2026
	East Moline haunted maze scaring up food for people in need Greg's Landscaping and Much More has collected more than 1,700 pounds of non-perishable food for Christian Care and the River Bend Food Bank.
	Rudy's Tacos to close Rock Island location There are still nine other Rudy's locations across the Quad Cities.
	Singer/songwriter Lewis Knudsen will be in concert in Bishop Hill Lewis Knudsen writes and records in the basement of his church in the Quad Cities, but his songs have traveled well beyond the neighborhood, a news release says. The singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, whose work has appeared in film and television, will perform Friday, Nov. 6, at Bishop Hill Creative Commons, 309 N. Bishop Hill St. [...]
	Our QC Crime Watch: Domestic violence and the justice system: Episode 87 This week's crime watch features an interview with domestic-violence expert Nana Knight. Linda Cook and Sharon Wren interview Knight, an attorney and author, about what domestic violence really is and how to help someone you think may be experiencing it. To watch the interview, click on the video.
	Governor candidates make final pitches in Bettendorf on eastern Iowa blitz ahead of midterms Iowa's candidates for governor, Republican Zach Lahn and Democrat Rob Sand, campaigned in eastern Iowa ahead of Nov. 3. See what they had to say.
	New barbecue spot opens in downtown Moline A new barbecue spot is now open in downtown Moline. Fatwoods Barbeque Smokehouse celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting on Friday afternoon. The restaurant is owned by Collin Ammerman, who specializes in smoked meats like ribs, brisket, pulled pork and chicken. "We want to make what we do really good," Ammerman said. "Our [...]
	Traffic alert: Centennial Bridge access will move to Gaines in Davenport Drivers in Davenport should prepare for detours and lane closures on Gaines Street, Division Street, and West Central Park Avenue starting this weekend.
	Man sentenced to 10 years in prison in connection with shooting death of Clinton man Julius Graham has been sentenced to 10 years in prison in connection with the February fatal shooting of Brady Newsom.
	Heading to Trump rally in Dubuque? Here are ground rules from law enforcement Dubuque police are warning of downtown traffic delays, towing zones, and strict firearm bans ahead of Sunday's Donald Trump rally at Five Flags Center.
	John Deere hiring 400 workers, recalling 275 more across the Midwest With the latest recalls, all employees previously laid off in the Quad Cities, Waterloo, Ottumwa and Dubuque have been asked to return, company officials said.
	Rob Sand brings campaign rally Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand held a get-out-the-vote rally at Crawford Brew Works in Bettendorf on Friday afternoon. Sand faces Republican Zach Lahn in a close race for governor. Friday's rally focused on mobilizing supporters ahead of Tuesday's election. "I'm calling because I really want you to get out and vote," Sand said. "You tell [...]
	Man enters guilty pleas in connection with two Clinton shooting incidents A Clinton man charged in connection with two shooting incidents in the city has pleaded guilty to charges in both cases.
	Hinson rallies in Ames with former Iowa assistant coach Bruce Pearl Hinson used the event to describe the contrast between herself and her Democratic opponent, Josh Turek.
	Lahn, Sand campaign in Quad Cities ahead of election Iowa gubernatorial candidates Zach Lahn and Rob Sand made campaign stops in the Quad-Cities on Friday to connect with voters ahead of Tuesday's election.
	Davenport voters may fill vacant City Council seat Davenport voters may choose who fills the vacant Second Ward City Council seat with an election scheduled for Jan. 12.
	East Moline Halloween maze asks for food, toy donations over monetary admission Greg's Landscaping and Much More has already collected more than 1,700 pounds of non-perishable food.
	Herbert touts experience, knowledge of budget in Rock Island Co. Sheriff bid Rock Island county voters will choose a new sheriff in next week’s general election.
	Putnam Museum and Science Center to celebrate fall with pumpkin launching Putnam Museum and Science Center will be celebrating all things fall on Sunday, Nov. 1.
	Davenport holding special election for 2nd Ward council seat City Council appointed Bob Inghram to serve as 2nd Ward alderman. However, the city has received a qualifying petition requesting a special election.
	Bird's-eye views from across the Quad Cities region during the week of Oct. 30, 2026 Sit back, relax and enjoy some of the best drone shots from around our community this summer we didn't have a chance to show you!
	Despite concerns, the Trump administration still sends pregnant migrant minors to south Texas Several children have had to leave the state to receive medical care, including abortions, that is unavailable in Texas.
	Halloween temperatures have been trending hotter. Here's what the data shows Recent analysis from research nonprofit Climate Central found that on average, fall temperatures have warmed by 2.9 degrees Fahrenheit in the U.S. and the summer heat is lasting longer.
	Here's what it's like to live in Salem, Mass., during the Halloween tourism season NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with reporter Megan Johnson, who wrote about what it's like to live in Salem, Mass. — famous for the Salem Witch Trials — during Halloween tourism season.
	ETA Table + Tap enters a new chapter under new ownership "The Habaneros family will be taking over ETA Table + Tap, bringing fresh ideas, new management, and some exciting changes!"
	Judge orders an inquiry into potential DOJ misconduct in Trump's golf course case A federal judge is opening an formal inquiry into Trump officials' conduct in the East Potomac case, including whether they misled the court about their plans for the municipal golf course.
	Des Moines Co. teacher dies after medical emergency in classroom Danville Community School District teacher Bret Moews died after experiencing a medical emergency in his classroom, district officials announced.
	Coroner identifies victim of deadly East Moline fire The Rock Island County coroner has identified the victim of a deadly fire in East Moline.
	Special election set for Davenport's 2nd Ward after residents petition Voters in northwest Davenport will choose their next alderman in January, replacing a temporary City Council appointment.
	Rock Falls Tourism announces winners of Halloween House Decorating Contest Rock Falls Tourism just wrapped up its fifth annual Halloween House Decorating Contest, according to a news release. Seven houses participated:
	Trump to hold rallies in Kansas and Iowa after canceling them The president has initially opted to hold telerallies in place of in-person events.
	It's time for Week 11 of The Score, our last of the year! Tonight we'll be keeping an eye on Sterling, Annawan-Wethersfield, Bettendorf, Northeast Goose Lake and more!
	Davenport to hold special election for 2nd Ward A special election will now be held to fill the 2nd Ward alderman seat following Tim Dunn’s resignation in September.
	East Moline haunted maze scaring up donations for people in need Greg's Landscaping and Much More has collected more than 1,700 pounds of non-perishable food for Christian Care and the River Bend Food Bank.
	What's ahead at the Mississippi Valley Fair? The countdown is on, and the Mississippi Valley Fair will be here before you know it with the signs and sounds of summer fun in the QCA! Shawn Loter joined Our Quad Cities News with a look at what's ahead for the 2027 fair. For more information, click here.
	Amy Beeding named Chief Deputy Circuit Clerk for Rock Island County There’s a new Chief Deputy Circuit Clerk in the Rock Island County Circuit Clerk’s Office, according to a news release. Amy Beeding has been appointed as Chief Deputy Circuit Clerk, effective November 9. The appointment follows the retirement of current Chief Deputy Bridgett Edgeworth on November 6. Edgeworth is retiring after 32 years of [...]
	Illinois Report Card shows record graduation rate Illinois high school students reached a record-breaking four-year graduation rate of 89.8% in 2026, according to the Illinois State Board of Education in its annual report card.
	Davenport receives petition for special election for Second Ward alderman The City of Davenport has received a qualifying petition requesting a special election to fill the vacancy in the office of Second Ward alderman, according to a news release. Second Ward residents interested in running for the vacant city council seat can begin filing nomination papers immediately. The filing deadline is 5 p.m. on Nov. [...]
	Report card shows mixed grades for Illinois Quad-Cities schools The state publishes data every year for every school and district in Illinois, everything from demographics to spending to how well students are learning in the classroom.
	West Burlington earns grant for Gear Avenue Industrial Infrastructure The City of West Burlington has been awarded a $1,624,210 grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) for infrastructure improvementsserving the Gear Avenue Industrial Area, a news release says. Combined with a $1,064,254 Iowa Department of Transportation RISE grant, the funding provides $2,688,464 and allows the city to move forward with [...]
	Danville teacher dies after suffering medical emergency in classroom The district is asking you to keep the friends and family of Bret Moews in your thoughts and prayers. Counseling is available to staff and students.
	Resignation, hirings and transfers from Bettendorf School District for Oct. 21, 2026 The following personnel items are from the Oct. 21 agenda of the Bettendorf Community School District. The School Board met at the Administration Center in Bettendorf.
	Applications open for winter heating assistance MidAmerican Energy has opened its applications for those who may need financial energy assistance this winter.
	4 Your Money \| Inflation Pressure Gauge The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady this week, opting to maintain its current policy stance despite elevated inflation figures. David Nelson, CEO of NelsonCorp Wealth Management, joins us to explain the St. Louis Fed Price Pressures Measure, a tool that helps policymakers and markets assess the likelihood of inflation straying above the Fed's target.
	Visit Rock Falls hosting holiday decorating contests It may be Halloween weekend, but Rock Falls Tourism is getting ready for the holidays with the upcoming Winter Wonderland House and Business Window Decorating Contests. Residents and local businesses are invited to help transform Rock Falls into a dazzling Winter Wonderland, filled with festive lights, creative displays and holiday spirit. Local Rock Falls businesses [...]
	Nearly 6M popular coffee makers recalled after dozens of people burned The recalled coffee makers were sold nationwide at Target, Walmart, and coffee and home goods stores from 1974 through October 2026.
	Illinois families save $11.4 million during back-to-school sales tax holiday The results outpaced the $10 million the state estimated consumers would save. It was the first such tax holiday in Illinois since 2022.
	Nearly $2.7 million in grants to support industrial growth in West Burlington The state and federal dollars will be used to build roads and utility improvements in the Gear Avenue Industrial Area, with the hopes of attracting more businesses.
	Victim identified following early morning house fire in East Moline Firefighters were called to the 19000 block of Hubbard Rd. in East Moline just before 3:30 a.m. Friday for a report of a structure fire.
	Rock Island-Milan School District announces highest graduation rate in 5 years The district's four-year graduation rate reached 83.7% in 2026, up from 79.5% in 2021.
	Two charged, one wanted in Muscatine County sex offender compliance sweep Two people were charged, three are being investigated and one is wanted after the Muscatine County Sheriff’s Office conducted a sex offender compliance sweep.
	Illinois Report Card shows improvements in QC schools The 2025-2026 Illinois Report Card has been released and shows improvements for some Quad City schools. The Report Card provides a snapshot of school performance data from the 2025–2026 school year. The full RIMSD #41 Report Card is available here. Click here for school performance data for other districts in Illinois. Rock Island–Milan School District [...]
	John Deere to hire 400 more employees and call back 275 workers to Waterloo John Deere will hire more than 400 people across its factories, the company announced Friday.
	How daylight saving time changes affect you and what you can do about it Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, giving Americans an extra hour of sleep as health experts and lawmakers debate ending the ritual.
	ICE activity is surging ahead of midterms. So is voter turnout. Across the country, there are reports of heightened ICE activity. Advocates worry about how close it is to midterms, but so far voter turnout is surging.
	Applications open for energy assistance programs As colder weather approaches, energy assistance is available to help offset winter heating costs. The federal Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides funding to assist eligible households with home energy expenses. Illinois LIHEAP To apply, Illinois residents in Rock Island, Mercer and Henry counties can contact Project NOW at 309-793-6391. Residents can also call [...]
	UPDATE: Driver hospitalized after car flips on to railroad tracks A driver was hospitalized Thursday after a rollover crash landed a vehicle on railroad tracks in Davenport.
	Rockridge volunteer softball coach resigns after student's allegation of inappropriate contact A Rockridge volunteer softball coach has resigned following a student's allegation. As of Friday morning, no arrests or charges had been reported in connection with the case.
	Tourism brings $1.35 billion to Quad Cities economy despite decline in visits The latest figures from Visit Quad Cities show that in FY 2026, 5.7 million visitors came to the region, resulting in $53 million in direct economic impact.

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