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Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
	Western Illinois native gets behind-the-scenes experience on covering football's biggest game Tyler Piester is used to watching the big game from home. But this year, he was behind the scenes, watching the Super Bowl media week unfold in front of his eyes.
	Potential record breaking temperatures As we look throughout the rest of this week temperatures are going to be pretty all over the place through the next 7 days. Our warmest temperatures through the next 7 days are looking to be on Friday and next Monday where we are looking to reach the 70s. Those two days in the 70s [...]
	How The Resiliency Project is filling a gap in access to affordable therapy An area mental health startup plans to make therapy more accessible in the QCA. The Resiliency Project launched in response to a recent suicide. It's available as a resource to people who need mental health assistance but might not have enough insurance, if any. Our Quad Cities News reporter Riley Hemmer looks at how the [...]
	Silvis police officers honored for response to child abduction The suspect was convicted on two counts of aggravated battery and one count of child abduction last month.
	Friends of India Quad Cities hosting saree meet for International Women's Day The local nonprofit is inviting all local women to the event on Saturday, March 28.
	Galva native goes behind the scenes at Super Bowl Tyler Piester is used to watching the big game from home. But this year, he was behind the scenes, watching the Super Bowl media week unfold in front of his eyes.
	Ag View FS donates fuel used by first responders during Green River Conservation Area fire Ag View FS announced they are donating the fuel used during the fire at the Green River Conservation Area on Feb. 27.
	Thurgood Marshall moves to E-Learning day on Thursday A notice for families with students at Thurgood Marshall Learning Center.
	Iranian civilians are now fleeing the relentless bombing for neighboring Turkey As the U.S. military broadens its strikes in Iran, traumatized Iranians are reaching the border with Turkey.
	Inside Iowa Politics: Why Sen. Ernst supports U.S. strikes on Iran U.S. Senator Joni Ernst explains why forces had to strike Iran.
	Moline to host ribbon cutting ceremony for City Services Center on Thursday The newly remodeled building is now home to the Parks & Recreation Department and the Community & Economic Development Department.
	Augustana College professors examine the college’s past in "Called to Reckon" Augustana College professors are diving into the school's roots in a new book that talks about how the school adapted to some of the broader movements in American history. Jane Simonesen and Mark Safstrom joined Our Quad Cities News to talk about "Called to Reckon: Replacing History and Reclaiming Mission at a Midwestern College." For [...]
	A Davenport man known as 'The Human Dinosaur Boy,' wife face multiple weapons charges Chadillac Saurus Rexx and Manda Saurus Rexx were arrested Wednesday.
	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: MARCUS FERRELL, 40, 5’10”, 175 pounds, black hair, brown eyes. Wanted by Iowa DOC High Risk Unit for escape and probation violation on convictions [...]
	A split Senate votes against measure to constrain Trump's authorities in Iran Democrats in the Senate were facing an uphill climb Wednesday in their push to restrain President Trump's ability to wage war against Iran.
	Ameren provides resources to create emergency kits ahead of daylight saving time It’s also the ideal moment to prepare for the unpredictable weather that comes with spring and summer.
	WATCH: How traffic dried up in the Strait of Hormuz since the Iran war began The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz is "about as wrong as things could go" for global oil markets. Iran achieved it not with a naval blockade, but with cheap drones.
	Iowa home used disabled residents’ money to pay for office furniture, supplies A state-licensed care facility for people with disabilities has been cited for routinely using residents’ money to pay for office furniture and facility supplies.
	Mercer County School District eliminates 26 positions amid budget struggles The Mercer County School Board eliminated 26 positions Tuesday night.
	Public invited to provide feedback on proposed U.S. 52 Causeway construction The Iowa DOT said the public is invited to an open house to share feedback on the project anytime between 5 and 6:30 p.m. March 10 at 411 Broad St.
	49-year-old man charged after undercover officer poses as teenage girl for several months Deputies said 49-year-old Dylan E. Lumsden was arrested after a seven-month child sexual abuse material investigation.
	Thurgood Marshall Learning Center in Rock Island to use E-learning on Thursday Thurgood Marshall Learning Center classes will be online on March 5 due to work being done by the city that will disrupt water service.
	Thurgood Marshall Learning Center closed Thursday due to water service work All in-person classes and school-related activities are canceled for the day. Students will shift to e-learning.
	Colossal Biosciences breeds controversy while trying to revive mammoths A Texas biotech company is trying to bring mammoths and other extinct creatures back to life. The science is as intriguing as the ethical questions are thorny.
	Mundane, magic, maybe both — a new book explores 'The Writer's Room' Why are we captivated by the spaces where where authors write? Katie da Cunha Lewin set out to explore "The Hidden Worlds That Shape the Books We Love."
	GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales heads to a runoff in Texas amid a new ethics probe in the House Texas Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales has faced increasing pressure from his party to resign or drop out of his race after allegations of an affair with a staffer.
	Satellite imagery shows strike that destroyed Iranian school was more extensive than first reported The images suggest that precision munitions struck other buildings, including a clinic that was also inside the complex.
	Thurgood Marshall closed Thursday due to water issues Students at Thurgood Marshall Learning Center in Rock Island will study by E-Learning tomorrow so crews can repair water service to the building. An email from the Rock Island – Milan School District says Thurgood Marshall Learning Center will be closed tomorrow, March 5th, due to anticipated work by the City of Rock Island Public [...]
	Scott County officials declare results from special election PPEL renewal ballots were approved for Pleasant Valley, Davenport and North Scott school districts, and Joseph Quick won the race for Walcott city council.
	Davenport man arrested, charged in bar stabbing A man from Davenport has been arrested after police said he stabbed a man at a bar in January The criminal complaint filed in the case said multiple Davenport Police Department units responded to Frackie's Bar, 2820 Rockingham Road, on January 31 at about 1 a.m. for a report of a disturbance where a person [...]
	As live music becomes more inaccessible, most fans stay watching through screens Now that it is becoming harder and harder to get a ticket to your favorite artist's show, watching indirectly is becoming a popular compromise. What is gained and lost in a tiered concert hierarchy?
	Family of Iowan killed in Kuwait shares their memories A drone strike at a command center in Kuwait killed Declan Coady from West Des Moines and five other U.S. service members.
	Firefighters extinguish Davenport deck, house fire Firefighters responded to a house fire about 12:40 p.m. in the 1400 block of West 36th Street, according to a media release.
	Three men involved in Davenport shooting sentenced to prison Three men who pleaded guilty to weapons charges in connection with a March 2024 Davenport shooting during which 52 shots were fired at two houses have been sentenced to prison.
	Halpin hosting meeting on Steel, Sears Dam safety Illinois State Senator Mike Halpin (D-Rock Island) invites residents and river enthusiasts to comment at a public hearing on safety proposals for the Steel and Sears Dams on the Rock River. The hearing will be at the IBEW Hall, 1700 52nd Avenue in Moline, on March 16 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Call Senator Halpin’s [...]
	UnityPoint Health Trinity marks 100th robotic lung biopsy UnityPoint Health Trinity has reached its 100th successful robotic lung biopsy, a milestone the hospital announced this week.
	Paul McCartney's decade of transformation: From Beatles breakup to John Lennon's murder Man on the Run shows McCartney's effort to define himself outside The Beatles' shadow: "Paul making this documentary was a way of coming to terms with that whole period," says director Morgan Neville.
	The ultimate guide to caviar The ultimate guide to caviarCaviar is raw sturgeon roe, prized for its unique, briny, buttery taste and smooth texture. Labor-intensive harvesting and sturgeon scarcity make it a luxury, high-cost item. It's a nutritious food packed with omega-3s and vitamins. To preserve its delicate flavor, serve it directly from the can on crushed ice using a nonmetallic utensil. Enjoy with blinis, crème fraîche, and freshly sliced veggies.Are you interested in experiencing the bliss of creamy, briny, luxurious caviar but unsure what to look for? Caviar offers an unparalleled culinary experience, providing rich flavors and a delightful texture. To truly enjoy the best caviar experience, it's essential to know the available options and how to serve them.This guide from Petrusco Caviar unpacks everything you need to know about caviar, from the different types available to their health benefits and serving recommendations.What Is Caviar?Caviar refers specifically to raw sturgeon eggs or roe. This family of fish is a large and ancient species native to the Caspian and Black Sea regions, having inhabited them for millions of years.This particular type of roe is celebrated for its unique textures and flavors, which are extracted using a hint of salt and a maturing process. As they approach maturity, which can take anywhere from a couple of weeks to a couple of months, the salt binds with the caviar, influencing its flavor spectrum and legendary texture.This careful process is pivotal to making the sturgeon roe such a delicacy and the only one worthy of the caviar title. However, this distinction also exists because while all female fish lay eggs, many fish eggs aren't suitable for human consumption. Additionally, other popular types of fish roe — such as trout, flying fish, and salmon — are commonly used in sushi, on toast, and as cheaper substitutes for caviar. However, they aren't caviar and lack the unparalleled texture and flavors caviar offers.What Does Caviar Taste Like?Caviar has a salty, briny flavor, like the ocean in a bite that bursts in your mouth. The inside offers a velvety, buttery texture that melts in your mouth, delivering a rich and decadent feel. With that comes surprisingly meaty and umami flavors, uncommon to seafood. Petrusco Caviar However, caviar's flavors exist on a spectrum, varying by the type of sturgeon from which it was harvested. Its complex flavor profile can offer subtle notes of earthiness, sweetness, or even fruitiness, depending on the maturation process and the quality of the eggs. To truly appreciate the nuances of caviar and its subtle differences, you need to try its varieties. Here are the five most common flavors associated with caviar:Nutty: Kaluga and Ossetra caviar, among others, are well-known for their nutty undertones, which add complexity to the flavor profile, ranging from mild to pronounced.Umami: One of the most appealing taste sensations of caviar is its savory, umami flavor, which stems from its rich glutamate content.Oceanic: People often compare the taste of caviar to that of fresh seaweed or oysters, highlighting the subtle flavor of the sea.Buttery: A common texture that enhances the flavor of caviar, particularly high-quality caviar, is characterized by a creamy, smooth, or buttery flavor, most notable in Kaluga and Beluga caviar.Rich and complex: Caviar offers a nuanced flavor profile, with variations like Baika caviar delivering a nutty, mildly earthy flavor with subtle notes of sweetness and a finish that lingers in the mouth. On the other hand, Sevruga caviar presents a slight minerality and a clean finish. Alverta is creamy and subtle, and Ossetra embraces you with a rich flavor and aromatic scent.Health Benefits of CaviarWhile caviar has a reputation for being a luxurious delicacy, it offers more than just decadent flavors — it also provides various health benefits for your mind and body. A single serving is packed with over double the vitamin B12 you need in a day, which is essential for your nervous system and your body's red blood cell and DNA production.However, the secret sauce responsible for most of caviar's potential health benefits is omega-3 fatty acids, specifically docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). Here are the main potential health benefits of caviar:Supports Heart HealthCaviar is rich in nutrients, with one in particular that's known to promote long-term heart health — omega-3 fatty acids. These fats are increasingly being used to manage, prevent, and improve heart disease risk factors by helping reduce triglycerides, lower blood pressure, support healthy cholesterol levels, and improve circulation.Boosts Brain FunctionThe rich omega-3s in caviar are linked to improved memory, cognitive performance, and mental clarity. Omega-3 fatty acids may also help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the brain, which contributes to diseases like Alzheimer's.Enhances SkinCaviar is rich in vitamins A and E that help boost skin regeneration and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It can also improve skin elasticity and protect your skin against environmental damage that could cause premature aging. Regularly consuming foods high in vitamins A and E can contribute to a smooth, glowing complexion, and the omega-3s prevent the breakdown of collagen fiber.Strengthens ImmunityThe combination of vitamins D and B12, iron, and selenium can help boost defense against inflammation and illness. These nutrients are pivotal to supporting cellular repair, regulating immune response, and maintaining a resilient immune system, especially during seasonal changes or periods of stress.The omega-3s in caviar may also support your immune system. They help lower inflammation, repair damaged white blood cells, and rebuild your skin's, lungs', and intestines' barrier functions, which aid in the prevention of harmful bacteria and disease.Supports Mental Well-BeingAmong the many nutrients found in caviar, several have brain-boosting properties that help enhance cognitive health and regulate mood. These include vitamin D, B12, and omega-3, which may help support mental clarity, reduce anxiety, regulate stress response, and promote mental focus and balance. Studies show a link between depression and lower levels of omega-3s, suggesting that increasing omega-3 intake could improve symptoms.Why Is Caviar Expensive?Caviar is expensive because of its scarcity and labor-intensive production. The delicate eggs provide an indulgent taste that's typically reserved for special occasions. Caviar has long been associated with luxury, lavishness, and high price tags. The delicate flavor and creamy texture provide an eating experience that tastes and feels luxurious, so many are willing to pay top dollar for caviar. Here are some of the factors contributing to the high cost:Limited availability of the sturgeon fish: It takes around 15 years for male lake sturgeon to reach reproductive maturity and 20-25 years for females to reach sexual maturity. Females don't lay eggs annually and, despite having existed for millennia, are now an endangered species because of pollution, overfishing, and habitat loss. This unpredictable and limited availability has contributed to the high prices of caviar.Unique taste and texture of caviar: Caviar is considered a multisensory experience by critics, as it bursts with nutty, sweet, umami, and briny flavors. It also delivers an indulgent, velvety, buttery texture. These complex characteristics make each type of caviar unique and exquisite — a true mark of luxury.Labor-intensive harvesting process: Raising sturgeon and harvesting and processing their eggs is an incredibly delicate and labor-intensive endeavor. They're raised in pristine conditions until their eggs are ripe and ready to be harvested, which is a brief window that workers must identify before extracting the eggs by hand. Cleaning, processing, grading, and packing them also demands meticulousness to minimize loss and maximize quality, making caviar extremely valuable and scarce.Strict quality control standards: Maintaining the quality of caviar requires strict processes, which begin with gently rinsing the harvested eggs multiple times with cold water to remove impurities. From there, the caviar is sorted by size and color and then packaged following the malossol method, which highlights the roe's subtle brininess. Caviar is also sensitive to temperature fluctuations, making proper refrigeration essential.Different Types of Caviar Petrusco Caviar Caviar is renowned for its unique flavors and texture, prized by connoisseurs worldwide. This acclaim also exists because it comes in several grades and varieties, each displaying distinct characteristics and culinary applications. Below is a breakdown of the different types of caviar and their varying textures, colors, and flavor profiles.OssetraOssetra sturgeon, native to the Caspian Sea, spawns one of the top-ranked caviars, recognized by its large, deep brown to golden color, often adorned by greenish or grayish hues under certain lighting. This type of caviar offers a complex flavor profile, characterized by subtle sweetness and notes of butter and nuts. It has a firm texture that melts on your tongue.SevrugaSevruga caviar comes from the Sevruga sturgeon of the Black and Caspian Seas. Their eggs are delicate and small, often displaying a jade-like color. They are known for their distinctly briny flavor and notes of sweetness and nuttiness. Their texture is typically a bit firmer in comparison to Ossetra caviar, making that bite all the more satisfying.River BelugaRiver Beluga or Kaluga caviar comes from the Kaluga sturgeon of the Amur River basin that flows between China and Russia. Its eggs are firm and large, featuring colors ranging from dark amber to brown. They offer a smooth, creamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture that delivers a mild, buttery flavor.AmurThe Amur River basin is also home to the Amur sturgeon, which features large, dark brown caviar that bursts with rich, nutty flavors. Its flavor profile is paired with a smooth, buttery texture that melts on your tongue.How to Store and Serve CaviarCaviar is a luxury food item that's very perishable, and storing and serving it correctly can help preserve its delicate flavor and texture. Store caviar in the coldest part of your refrigerator. You should never freeze caviar, as this can destroy its delicate, buttery texture. Once you've opened the jar, cover the container with plastic wrap to minimize its exposure to air and consume within a few days.Improper storage and serving of caviar can compromise its luxurious flavor, resulting in a fishy or metallic taste. The spoon you use to serve it is just as crucial as correct storage. Use nonreactive materials, such as bone or mother-of-pearl, to protect the purity of the flavor and bring a traditional caviar experience.The thin casing of caviar can easily absorb flavors, and the salt in the roe causes a subtle chemical reaction with metals, so it's crucial to use the proper utensils to truly enjoy the pure taste and texture.What to Eat With CaviarThe golden rule when eating caviar is to keep it cold but not frozen. The classic way to do this is by serving it in its original tin and nestling it in a bowl of crushed ice. When serving caviar at an event, aim to serve 1 to 3 ounces per guest, allowing them to appreciate the nuances of each variety fully.You could eat it the purist's way by doing a caviar bump on your hand and enjoying the pure flavor. Alternatively, you can enjoy it with these popular accompaniments:Blinis: These traditional Russian pancakes offer a neutral, slightly tangy base that pairs well with the buttery, briny mouthfeel of caviar.Cheese: Mild, soft cheeses like goat cheese or unsalted mascarpone perfectly complement and enhance the richness of caviar.Crème fraîche: For the ultimate creamy and tangy bite, enjoy caviar with crème fraîche and blinis, endive leaves, or toast points.Potato chips: If you enjoy a more casual feel or are looking for a crunchy texture, plain salted potato chips provide a delicious contrast to the buttery, briny caviar.Chocolate: For an adventurous pairing, try dark chocolate with 70% cocoa or more, which offers a beautiful balance of rich, bitter, and briny flavors.Fruits and veggies: For a healthy touch to your caviar pairings, include some crisp apple slices, cucumber rounds, avocado, or grilled avocado.Where to Buy CaviarFor the ultimate caviar experience, it's essential to select the right place to purchase from. Online stores make purchasing more convenient, and free shipping options can make it more affordable. Look for popular types of caviar, such as Royal Ossetra and River Beluga Hybrid Caviar, to verify it's authentic and not a cheaper alternative. If purchasing online, look for cold chain handling to ensure your caviar stays in perfect condition.Companies with ethical harvesting practices indicate sustainable caviar, so you can enjoy caviar that's farmed with kindness and for maximum flavor. Look for traditional tins as an indicator of premium quality and examine images for glistening eggs. The process of producing high-quality caviar is laborious and expensive, so look for pricing that reflects a premium product and consider bundle buys for the best deal. Another good indicator of a reputable company is multiple channels for customer support.Enjoy Your Caviar ExperienceCaviar is more than a meal — it's an experience. It's buttery, creamy, and bursting with the symphony of the ocean. To enjoy caviar at its best, ensure that you serve it cold but not frozen and avoid metal utensils. Its briny, umami flavor makes it the perfect pairing to an array of accompaniments, including blinis, potato chips, and even chocolate. Whether you're a seasoned caviar connoisseur or a newbie, if you follow the tips in this guide, you're sure to enjoy the rich, luxurious taste of caviar.This story was produced by Petrusco Caviar and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.
	Illinois bill would require schools to tighten cell phone policies A proposed Illinois law could change how schools manage student cell phones. Rock Island–Milan school district leaders say stronger statewide backing may help enforce existing rules.
	The weight loss boom is reshaping American aesthetics The weight loss boom is reshaping American aestheticsAn estimated 63% of weight loss drug patients now seeking facial treatments have never set foot in a cosmetic clinic before.Thirty-one million Americans are now taking GLP-1 weight loss medications, according to KFF polling data from November 2025.The weight comes off fast. What many patients do not expect is what it does to their face. The phenomenon has developed a viral name to describe the gaunt, hollowed appearance some patients develop after rapid medication-driven weight loss.Social media users and news outlets have labeled it “Ozempic face.”Clinically, it refers to a loss of facial volume in the temples, cheeks, and under-eye area, often accompanied by loose skin and deeper creases.It has also created an entirely new patient population. RIVKIN Aesthetics, a Los Angeles-based provider of facial cosmetic procedures, traces the data from 31 million prescriptions to a cosmetic industry scrambling to keep up.The numbers tell the story. McKinsey's 2025 survey of 174 aesthetics providers found 63% of GLP-1 patients seeking facial treatments had never been active cosmetic medicine users.Roughly half had never thought about cosmetic work until their weight loss changed the face they saw in the mirror.GLP-1 drugs are not creating a new demographic. They are turning an enormous existing group, women aged 40 to 64 who already make up the majority of filler patients, into first-time cosmetic clients.The demand from clinics, the market data, and the search trends all point in the same direction. The cosmetic medicine industry is not being reshaped by changing beauty standards.It is being reshaped by a class of drugs.The Scale of the Prescription SurgeThree years. That is how long it took monthly semaglutide prescriptions to grow fivefold, from roughly 472,000 fills in January 2021 to more than 2.5 million by December 2023, per IQVIA data published in JAMA Health Forum.The broader picture is even more striking. GLP-1 prescriptions for weight loss rose 587% from 2019 to 2024, according to FAIR Health claims data. Among patients using the drugs for weight management rather than diabetes, the increase was 1,961%.The pharmaceutical industry is scaling to match. Novo Nordisk's semaglutide portfolio generated approximately $29.3 billion globally in 2024. Eli Lilly's competing tirzepatide franchise hit $16.4 billion. Goldman Sachs Research projects the global anti-obesity drug market will reach $95 billion by 2030. Morgan Stanley puts it at $150 billion by 2035.What the Drugs Do to the Face — and What Remains UnknownThe clinical trial data is precise about what leaves the body. In the two largest body composition studies of GLP-1 weight loss drugs, the STEP 1 and SURMOUNT-1 trials, patients lost between 19% and 34% of their total fat mass. Roughly three-quarters of all weight lost was fat. The remaining quarter was lean tissue, including muscle.But here is the critical gap: No published study has directly measured facial fat loss using imaging in patients on these medications. Every clinical description of the hollowed temples, sunken cheeks, and deepened folds is based on physician observation, not hard data.What is emerging is more concerning than simple weight loss. A 2024 paper in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal identified GLP-1 receptors on the stem cells that maintain skin health. The drugs appear to inhibit those cells from producing collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid, the proteins that keep skin firm and full. A separate lab study confirmed GLP-1 shifts those same stem cells away from producing fat cells entirely.A 2025 paper in the journal Endocrine put it plainly: the facial aging effect is ‘not exclusively related to decreased facial fat.’ Additional mechanisms have yet to be identified.The science suggests these drugs may age the face through pathways beyond weight loss alone. The evidence is still early, drawn from lab models rather than clinical trials on human skin.The demand for treatment, however, is not early at all.837,000 Patients and CountingThe American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported more than 837,000 GLP-1 patients were seen by its member surgeons in 2024. Of those, 39% were considering surgery and 41% were considering nonsurgical treatment.Those patients are reshaping clinical practice. The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery documented a 50% increase in facial fat grafting procedures in its 2024 survey, driven largely by weight loss drug patients. Nearly half of facial plastic surgeons reported a noticeable rise in patients citing GLP-1 side effects. One in 10 AAFPRS members have begun personally prescribing GLP-1 medications. They are now on both sides of the equation.The pattern holds across specialties. A survey of 400 clinicians presented at the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery found unanimous reporting of significant patient increases, with 81% reaching for hyaluronic acid fillers as the first treatment.The profile of these patients matters. McKinsey's data shows 61% had lost between 11% and 30% of their body weight. And 63% were not coming in about a single wrinkle or fine line. They were coming in because their whole face had changed.What It CostsThe financial math is layered. GLP-1 medications themselves run $800 to $1,350 per month at list price, though Novo Nordisk recently lowered its direct-to-consumer price to $349 per month. Medicare's negotiated price is $245 per month.Correcting the facial side effects adds a second bill. A single syringe of hyaluronic acid filler averages $684 to $750 nationally, according to ASPS data. Biostimulatory injectables like Sculptra, the type doctors now recommend first for weight-loss patients per a 2025 international consensus study, run $850 to $1,200 per vial. Most patients need multiple vials across multiple sessions.McKinsey found a telling split. Sixty percent of GLP-1 patients actually reduced their overall cosmetic spending, with drug costs eating into their budgets. But 40% spent more. And the wave of first-time patients represents a customer base the industry never had before.Where Demand Is Growing FastestThe geographic story reveals a mismatch that may reshape where cosmetic medicine is practiced in the United States.GLP-1 prescriptions concentrate in the Southeast and Midwest, the states with the highest obesity rates. Cosmetic procedure infrastructure concentrates on the coasts. The result: Demand is building fastest where providers are scarcest.Real Chemistry's analysis of more than 300 million U.S. patient records shows where GLP-1 usage is highest: RIVKIN Aesthetics The lowest rates belong to Hawai'i (0.4%), Arizona (0.5%), and Colorado (0.6%).The cosmetic industry's footprint looks nothing like that map. Miami leads the nation with 3.9 plastic surgeons per 100,000 residents. Salt Lake City follows at 3.12. The Mountain and Pacific regions account for more than a third of all cosmetic surgical procedures, per ASPS data.Google Trends data mirrors the prescription map. The states with the highest search interest in GLP-1 facial side effects are Mississippi, West Virginia, Louisiana, Alabama, and Oklahoma. A 2025 study in PRS-Global Open found those searches directly correlate with rising interest in facial fillers, but not surgical procedures.Patients are looking for injectable solutions, and many are looking in places where those solutions are hardest to find.The Industry ResponseThe U.S. dermal filler market recorded roughly 6.26 million procedures in 2024, according to ASPS data. That total has doubled since 2017. But the growth is shifting beneath the surface.Traditional hyaluronic acid filler growth slowed to 1% year-over-year in 2024. The category gaining ground is biostimulatory fillers, products like Sculptra that trigger the body's own collagen production rather than simply adding volume. Galderma reported double-digit global growth for Sculptra in 2024. Qsight market tracking data confirms biostimulators are now carrying the broader filler market while traditional fillers flatten out.New entrants are betting on GLP-1 patients specifically. Evolus received FDA approval for its first hyaluronic acid fillers in February 2025, citing weight loss drug demand directly in its marketing. The med spa sector has grown to over $17 billion, according to the American Med Spa Association. The number of U.S. med spas jumped from 8,899 in 2022 to 10,488 in 2023, a 15.2% increase in a single year.KFF data suggests the wave has not crested. Usage among adults aged 50 to 64, the age group most likely to see visible facial changes and most likely to seek treatment, stands at 22% and rising. Drug prices are dropping. Insurance coverage is expanding. The pool of patients is getting larger, and the faces looking back at them in the mirror are getting thinner.MethodologyGLP-1 prescription data was sourced from the IQVIA National Prescription Audit (as reported in JAMA Health Forum), the ClinCalc DrugStats Database (Medical Expenditure Panel Survey), the CDC's National Health Interview Survey (NCHS Data Brief No. 537), FAIR Health claims data, KFF Health Tracking Polls, and RAND American Life Panel surveys. Procedure volume data was sourced from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons 2024 Procedural Statistics report and the AAFPRS 2024 annual survey. Clinical evidence was drawn from the STEP 1 body composition substudy (Journal of the Endocrine Society), the SURMOUNT-1 substudy (Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism), and mechanistic studies in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal (2024) and Endocrine (2025).Market data was sourced from company earnings reports (Novo Nordisk, Eli Lilly, Galderma), McKinsey & Company's 2025 survey of aesthetics providers, Goldman Sachs Research, Morgan Stanley Research, and the American Med Spa Association 2024 State of the Industry Report. Geographic data was sourced from Real Chemistry's IRIS platform analysis of over 300 million U.S. patient records. Search trend data was sourced from peer-reviewed analyses in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology (2026), PRS-Global Open (2025), and the Aesthetic Surgery Journal (2024). All data represents the most recent publicly available reporting as of February 2026.This story was produced by RIVKIN Aesthetics and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.
	East Moline man sentenced to 13 years in prison on gun and drug convictions An East Moline man found guilty of trafficking in cocaine and marijuana and possessing a firearm as a felon has been sentenced to 13 years in prison.
	A Biden-era rule sought to stabilize child care. Why Trump wants it gone The Trump administration has proposed repealing a Biden-era rule that required states to change how they pay out child care subsidies, citing the potential for fraud.
	Deterministic AI: What it is and when to use it Deterministic AI: What it is and when to use itWe haven't exactly worked out all of AI's kinks yet. Just try asking ChatGPT to solve a basic math problem or tell you how many R's are in "strawberry." You'll get a different, probably unhinged, answer every time. That infamous variability is fine for brainstorming and exploration, but it becomes a problem when you embed AI in real workflows where your team needs consistency and control.In enterprise settings, predictability and clear outcomes matter just as much as generative capability. Salesforce executives recently acknowledged that their confidence in large language models had declined compared with a year ago, and the company would be shifting toward more predictable, rule-based automation inside its Agentforce product. In other words, deterministic AI is gaining traction.Here, Zapier explains everything you need to know about deterministic AI, how it differs from non-deterministic AI systems, and how hybrid approaches can combine AI's ability to interpret complexity with workflow logic that ensures repeatable results.What is deterministic AI?In technical terms, a system is deterministic if it produces the same output every time it receives the same input. Traditional automation fits this definition perfectly, since rules-based workflows and formulas all behave in predictable, repeatable ways.AI, on the other hand—especially modern machine learning models—is usually probabilistic. It generates outputs based on likelihoods rather than fixed rules, which is why the same prompt will often produce different results.Deterministic AI systems use AI models (like LLMs) that are probabilistic under the hood, but the overall system is deterministic. AI is deployed inside deterministic workflows, and those AI models may be configured to behave predictably (for example, by fixing model settings or tightly constraining how outputs are used). The same input leads to the same result every time.That's why deterministic AI often looks a lot like automation; it is automation, just with AI embedded inside it. The difference is that instead of relying solely on human-authored rules ("if X, then Y"), these workflows rely on AI's ability to interpret language, classify data, or make judgments, then execute those decisions in a predictable way.Deterministic vs. non-deterministic AI systemsA deterministic system produces the same output every time it receives the same input. When AI is involved, determinism usually comes from how the system is built: AI may help interpret information or make a judgment, but the surrounding workflow enforces consistent, repeatable execution.For example, imagine an incoming customer message. An AI model might analyze the text to determine intent or urgency. That interpretation is then passed into a deterministic workflow that routes the message, updates records, or triggers follow-up actions according to predefined rules. Given the same input, the workflow behaves the same way every time.A non-deterministic AI system, on the other hand, produces outputs based on probabilities. The same input can lead to different results depending on context, sampling, or model behavior. These systems are best suited for cases where variation is acceptable, or even desirable.For example, prompting an AI model to draft a response or brainstorm ideas will often produce different outputs each time. That flexibility is useful for generation and interpretation, but it's less suited to workflows that need consistent, production-ready outcomes. Zapier When to use non-deterministic AIDeterministic systems trade flexibility for control. They're less able to adapt to changing logic, and they can struggle with nuance, ambiguity, or unstructured data. They also require careful upfront design to cover edge cases.When the problem you're solving is inherently ambiguous or open-ended, non-deterministic AI is usually the better fit. It's usually best to reach for non-deterministic AI when you need:Pattern recognition across large or messy datasetsNatural language understandingClassification, summarization, or extractionContent generation or ideationSystems that adapt as inputs and data changeIn practice, many teams want the strengths of non-deterministic AI without giving up deterministic behavior—leading to a hybrid approach that combines both.When to use deterministic systems (including deterministic AI)Deterministic systems are a strong fit when consistency and control matter more than flexibility. They're built with guardrails to limit unexpected behavior, and they're easier to test, debug, and monitor.They're especially useful for workflows that need to behave reliably in production, where every decision should be understandable, traceable, and repeatable. You'll want to lean toward deterministic systems when you need:Fully consistent, repeatable outcomesPolicy or rule enforcementClear handoffs between systemsDecisions that can be reviewed or explained by humansProduction workflows with low tolerance for variabilityIn many of these scenarios, AI still plays an important role—but not as the final decision-maker. Instead, it's embedded inside an otherwise deterministic workflow, supporting execution rather than replacing it.Non-deterministic AI is well-suited to the messy parts of work. It can interpret natural language, extract meaning from unstructured inputs, and make judgment calls when there isn't a single right answer. Deterministic workflows, by contrast, are designed for execution. Once a condition is met, the same action happens every time, predictably and reliably.That's why most real-world systems combine both. In a deterministic AI workflow, non-deterministic AI is used for interpretation, while deterministic logic governs what happens next.A simple example looks like this:Input → AI interpretation → deterministic executionBy keeping execution deterministic, teams can build workflows that are easier to test, monitor, and evolve over time. AI becomes one component in a larger system rather than a black box that directly drives outcomes. That separation also makes it easier to introduce AI gradually, enhancing specific steps without disrupting everything downstream.How to implement deterministic AIYour AI-supported work processes are at risk of chaos without a few guardrails—otherwise known as deterministic execution. After all, AI is all fun and games until your customer service chatbot starts hallucinating 100%-off discount codes.Here's how to get started implementing deterministic AI in your business.1. Define the triggerFirst, identify the activity that kicks off the AI-powered workflow. It could be a new email, a form submission, a record update, or any other change that matters to your team. Having a precise trigger not only ensures the right data flows into the system but also frames the bounded context where you're applying AI.2. Decide where in the workflow to use AIOnce you've defined the trigger, the next question is: Where in the workflow should AI be used? This usually comes down to identifying points where the input needs interpretation.That might mean summarizing the body of an incoming email, classifying a support request by urgency, extracting key fields from a messy document, or scoring feedback for sentiment. By inserting an AI step at the right point, you're taking advantage of AI's strength without letting it decide the outcome on its own.3. Create the deterministic decision layerOnce the AI has produced its output, it should feed directly into a deterministic decision layer. This is where predefined logic, rules, and operations take over. If the AI's output signals that an email contains high-priority language, the deterministic part of your system might route that to a specific team, update a status field, or trigger a notification—always the same way each time. The deterministic logic enforces consistency and ensures predictability in execution.As you build out these hybrid workflows, it's helpful to think in terms of a loop: interpret → structure → enforce. The AI interprets unstructured or ambiguous inputs, you structure that interpretation into reliable signals, and then your deterministic logic enforces the outcomes you expect. Over time, this approach makes it easier to test and monitor your workflows because you always know how the non-AI components will behave once the AI output is fixed.4. Iterate and scaleFinally, keep building on your deterministic AI systems. By defining clear triggers, using AI where interpretation matters, and keeping deterministic logic in charge of execution, you can implement systems that behave predictably in production while still benefiting from AI's ability to understand complexity.The future of deterministic AIAs AI systems become more capable, the conversation around deterministic AI is starting to shift. Early on, determinism was mostly about reliability and making sure systems didn't behave unpredictably in production. Increasingly, though, it's becoming about accountability.We're already seeing this play out in more regulated and risk-sensitive environments, where organizations need to understand not just what happened, but why. Deterministic systems make it easier to trace decisions, audit outcomes, and align AI-powered workflows with internal policies. As AI adoption grows, the need for clarity is only expanding.At the same time, AI itself is evolving. Reasoning models are improving, and teams are getting better at expressing intent through clearer prompts, better feedback loops, and higher-quality data. As that happens, the line between probabilistic reasoning and deterministic execution becomes more intentional. The question shifts from "Can we trust this output?" to "Who's accountable for how this decision was made?"This shift is especially relevant as agentic AI workflows gain traction. Autonomous or semi-autonomous agents can explore, propose, and reason in non-deterministic ways, but most organizations still want outcomes to be enforced deterministically. The emerging pattern is one where agents discover and recommend, while deterministic systems decide and execute.This story was produced by Zapier and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.
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	Which US cities have the most single and married people? Which US cities have the most single and married people?One of the most important decisions in someone’s financial life and beyond can be who they choose as a partner. Many factors may influence widespread local trends on singlehood and marriage, and many people may include this cultural influence in their decision on where to live, how to market their local business, and more.With this in mind, SmartAsset ranked 115 of the largest U.S. cities based on the rate of single people—those who have never been married—including other details like the disparity between single men and women in that city, the prevalence of marriage, and the local divorce rate.Key FindingsDetroit and Boston have the most singles. Detroit claims the title of the most single city this year, with 57.4% of adults never having married. Another 23.0% are currently married, with 10.8% of adults divorced. Boston ranks second, with 56.6% of the population having never married. In this case, 30.3% are married, and 7.8% are divorced. In Detroit and Boston, there are 93.8 and 93.4 single men for every 100 single women, respectively.Marriage is most prevalent in this California city. In Fremont, 63.8% of adults are married, with just 26.4% never having married. These extremes are also coupled with the lowest divorce rate studywide at 4.8%. Marriage is also relatively common in Port St. Lucie, Florida, where 53.3% of adults are married, and Colorado Springs, Colorado, at 52.6%.These cities have the most single men. For the 26.4% of singles in Fremont, there are 136.7 men per 100 women, the widest disparity in all large cities. Paradise, Nevada, also has a high disparity at 127.1 single men per 100 women, and a larger supply of singles at 43.3% of the population. Fayetteville, North Carolina, has the third-highest rate of single men at 126.9 per 100 women, and a 39.4% singlehood rate.Washington DC has the most single women. There are only 84.5 single men for every 100 single women in the nation’s capital, with 55.1% of adults being single (fourth most studywide). Mobile, Alabama, also has a high rate of single women to men, with 89.1 men per 100 women, and a similar rate of 89.6 per 100 in Baltimore.This city has the highest divorce rate. 15.0% of adults in Spokane, Washington, are divorced, and another 1.6% are separated. Other large cities with relatively high divorce rates include Albuquerque, New Mexico (14.9%); Springfield, Missouri (14.8%); Fort Lauderdale, Florida (14.6%); and Columbus, Georgia (38.0%). SmartAsset Top 10 Cities With the Highest Rates of SinglesDetroit, MichiganSingle (never married): 57.4%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 93.8Married: 23.0%Widowed: 6.4%Divorced: 10.8%Separated: 2.4%Boston, MassachusettsSingle (never married): 56.6%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 93.4Married: 30.3%Widowed: 3.0%Divorced: 7.8%Separated: 2.4%Rochester, New YorkSingle (never married): 56.4%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 95.3Married: 25.0%Widowed: 4.4%Divorced: 11.4%Separated: 2.8%Washington, DCSingle (never married): 55.1%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 84.5Married: 31.0%Widowed: 4.2%Divorced: 8.0%Separated: 1.7%Milwaukee, WisconsinSingle (never married): 55.1%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 90.9Married: 28.3%Widowed: 4.3%Divorced: 10.0%Separated: 2.3%Cincinnati, OhioSingle (never married): 55.0%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 110.5Married: 28.7%Widowed: 4.2%Divorced: 10.5%Separated: 1.6%Cleveland, OhioSingle (never married): 54.0%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 95Married: 24.5%Widowed: 6.5%Divorced: 12.9%Separated: 2.1%Minneapolis, MinnesotaSingle (never married): 53.7%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 95.8Married: 34.0%Widowed: 2.5%Divorced: 8.7%Separated: 1.1%Atlanta, GeorgiaSingle (never married): 53.2%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 97.2Married: 31.8%Widowed: 4.1%Divorced: 9.5%Separated: 1.4%Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaSingle (never married): 52.9%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 96.6Married: 33.6%Widowed: 5.0%Divorced: 7.6%Separated: 0.9%Top 10 Cities With the Most Single Men Compared to Single WomenFremont, CaliforniaRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 136.7Single (never married): 26.4%Married: 63.8%Widowed: 4.3%Divorced: 4.8%Separated: 0.7%Paradise, NevadaRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 127.1Single (never married): 43.3%Married: 36.0%Widowed: 4.7%Divorced: 13.3%Separated: 2.7%Fayetteville, North CarolinaRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 126.9Single (never married): 39.4%Married: 38.7%Widowed: 5.0%Divorced: 13.5%Separated: 3.4%Colorado Springs, ColoradoRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 126.1Single (never married): 31.3%Married: 52.6%Widowed: 3.8%Divorced: 11.2%Separated: 1.2%Fresno, CaliforniaRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 125.6Single (never married): 43.1%Married: 41.0%Widowed: 4.7%Divorced: 8.7%Separated: 2.7%Vancouver, WashingtonRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 122.8Single (never married): 34.7%Married: 45.7%Widowed: 4.8%Divorced: 13.5%Separated: 1.4%Anchorage, AlaskaRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 122.7Single (never married): 36.5%Married: 48.7%Widowed: 3.0%Divorced: 10.9%Separated: 0.9%Aurora, ColoradoRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 122.5Single (never married): 38.6%Married: 44.9%Widowed: 3.3%Divorced: 10.7%Separated: 2.5%Anaheim, CaliforniaRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 122.4Single (never married): 41.3%Married: 44.3%Widowed: 4.3%Divorced: 7.7%Separated: 2.4%Oxnard, CaliforniaRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 121Single (never married): 42.0%Married: 44.8%Widowed: 4.3%Divorced: 7.3%Separated: 1.6%Top 10 Cities With the Most Single Women Compared to Single MenWashington, DCRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 84.5Single (never married): 55.1%Married: 31.0%Widowed: 4.2%Divorced: 8.0%Separated: 1.7%Mobile, AlabamaRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 89.1Single (never married): 42.0%Married: 35.6%Widowed: 7.1%Divorced: 13.0%Separated: 2.3%Baltimore, MarylandRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 89.6Single (never married): 51.5%Married: 29.8%Widowed: 5.7%Divorced: 10.7%Separated: 2.4%New Orleans, LouisianaRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 89.7Single (never married): 48.4%Married: 32.2%Widowed: 6.4%Divorced: 11.0%Separated: 2.0%Birmingham, AlabamaRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 89.8Single (never married): 49.2%Married: 28.1%Widowed: 7.7%Divorced: 12.7%Separated: 2.4%Orlando, FloridaRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 90.4Single (never married): 41.3%Married: 42.0%Widowed: 3.9%Divorced: 11.0%Separated: 1.8%Milwaukee, WisconsinRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 90.9Single (never married): 55.1%Married: 28.3%Widowed: 4.3%Divorced: 10.0%Separated: 2.3%Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 91.6Single (never married): 50.6%Married: 32.7%Widowed: 5.1%Divorced: 9.0%Separated: 2.6%Memphis, TennesseeRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 92.7Single (never married): 48.1%Married: 30.9%Widowed: 6.2%Divorced: 11.3%Separated: 3.5%Boston, MassachusettsRatio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 93.4Single (never married): 56.6%Married: 30.3%Widowed: 3.0%Divorced: 7.8%Separated: 2.4%Top 10 Cities With the Highest Rates of MarriageFremont, CaliforniaMarried: 63.8%Single (never married): 26.4%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 136.7Widowed: 4.3%Divorced: 4.8%Separated: 0.7%Port St. Lucie, FloridaMarried: 53.3%Single (never married): 27.1%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 104.3Widowed: 6.3%Divorced: 12.6%Separated: 0.7%Colorado Springs, ColoradoMarried: 52.6%Single (never married): 31.3%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 126.1Widowed: 3.8%Divorced: 11.2%Separated: 1.2%Virginia Beach, VirginiaMarried: 50.2%Single (never married): 31.1%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 109.5Widowed: 4.9%Divorced: 12.3%Separated: 1.5%Chula Vista, CaliforniaMarried: 50.2%Single (never married): 34.3%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 110.9Widowed: 4.9%Divorced: 8.8%Separated: 1.8%Brownsville, TexasMarried: 49.5%Single (never married): 34.5%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 114.7Widowed: 5.7%Divorced: 7.2%Separated: 3.1%Anchorage, AlaskaMarried: 48.7%Single (never married): 36.5%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 122.7Widowed: 3.0%Divorced: 10.9%Separated: 0.9%San Jose, CaliforniaMarried: 48.6%Single (never married): 38.4%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 117.4Widowed: 5.0%Divorced: 6.9%Separated: 1.1%Mesa, ArizonaMarried: 48.5%Single (never married): 33.9%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 116.6Widowed: 5.2%Divorced: 11.2%Separated: 1.3%Irving, TexasMarried: 48.3%Single (never married): 38.8%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 107.7Widowed: 2.7%Divorced: 7.9%Separated: 2.3%Top 10 Cities With the Highest Rates of DivorceSpokane, WashingtonDivorced: 15.0%Single (never married): 36.9%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 115.3Married: 41.9%Widowed: 4.5%Separated: 1.6%Albuquerque, New MexicoDivorced: 14.9%Single (never married): 39.4%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 111.5Married: 38.4%Widowed: 5.6%Separated: 1.7%Springfield, MissouriDivorced: 14.8%Single (never married): 40.3%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 103.6Married: 36.0%Widowed: 6.5%Separated: 2.4%Columbus, GeorgiaDivorced: 14.6%Single (never married): 38.3%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 99.2Married: 38.0%Widowed: 6.4%Separated: 2.7%Fort Lauderdale, FloridaDivorced: 14.6%Single (never married): 40.1%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 106Married: 37.7%Widowed: 5.4%Separated: 2.2%Hialeah, FloridaDivorced: 14.0%Single (never married): 32.5%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 120.4Married: 44.0%Widowed: 6.2%Separated: 3.3%Tulsa, OklahomaDivorced: 14.0%Single (never married): 37.2%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 106.3Married: 40.7%Widowed: 6.1%Separated: 1.9%Boise City, IdahoDivorced: 13.8%Single (never married): 36.6%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 107.3Married: 44.2%Widowed: 4.3%Separated: 1.1%Henderson, NevadaDivorced: 13.7%Single (never married): 31.0%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 97.6Married: 48.0%Widowed: 6.0%Separated: 1.3%Amarillo, TexasDivorced: 13.7%Single (never married): 34.7%Ratio of unmarried men per 100 unmarried women: 102.5Married: 43.1%Widowed: 5.9%Separated: 2.5%Data and MethodologyData comes from the U.S. Census Bureau 1-Year American Community Survey for 2024. 115 cities with populations of 100,000 or more for which data was available were considered. Variables observed include marital status of the population age 15 and older, including married, separated, widowed, divorced, and never married. The ratio of unmarried men aged 15 to 44 to that of 100 unmarried women aged 15 to 44 was also considered.This story was produced by SmartAsset and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.
	Resignations, hirings and other personnel news from East Moline School District on Feb. 23 The following personnel items are from the Feb. 23 agenda of the East Moline District 37 Board of Education. The School Board met at Glenview Middle School, 3100 7th St. in East Moline.
	Boozies reopening at new Freight House location The bar said it is holding a soft opening at 11 a.m. Thursday, serving food and drinks at it’s new location at 421 W. River Dr.
	Silvis man receives 20-year prison sentence for possessing child sex abuse materials A 73-year-old Silvis man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges that he possessed child sex abuse materials.
	What is the biggest bra size? What is the biggest bra size?Bra sizing can feel like a mystery, especially when you're searching for sizes beyond what mainstream stores typically carry. The truth is, bra sizes extend far beyond what you see on most retail shelves. Knowing the full spectrum of available sizes helps you find the right fit, no matter where you fall on the sizing scale, Honeylove reports.Bra Sizing BasicsYour bra size consists of two components: a number and a letter. The number represents your band size, or the measurement around your rib cage, just under your breasts. Band sizes typically start around 28 inches and extend to 52 inches or beyond at specialty retailers.The letter indicates your cup size, which corresponds to the volume of breast tissue. Cup sizes begin at AA and progress through the alphabet: A, B, C, D, DD (or E), and continue upward. Each letter represents approximately one inch of difference between your band measurement and your bust measurement at its fullest point.Here's where it gets interesting: Cup sizes aren't absolute. A D cup on a 34 band contains less volume than a D cup on a 38 band. This relationship between band and cup creates what fitters call "sister sizes," or different size combinations with equivalent cup volumes. For example, a 36D has the same cup volume as a 38C or a 34DD.Different regions and manufacturers use varying labeling systems. What's marked as a G cup in U.S. sizing might appear as an F cup in U.K. sizing. Some brands use double letters (DD, DDD), while others progress straight through the alphabet. This inconsistency makes comparing sizes across brands challenging. Always check the specific brand's size chart.Common Large Cup Sizes AvailableMost department stores stock cup sizes through DD or DDD, which equals an F cup in many sizing systems. Specialty lingerie retailers typically carry sizes that extend much further: G, H, I, J, and K cups are readily available from brands that focus on proper fit and support.The construction of bras in larger cup sizes differs significantly from smaller sizes. You'll find underwires shaped to follow the natural contour of the breast, power mesh panels for stability, and multiple hook-and-eye closures for secure band fit. These design elements work together to provide the structure and support necessary for all-day comfort.Band Sizes at the Upper RangeWhile cup size often receives more attention, band size plays an equally important role in proper fit and support. Your band provides approximately 80% of your bra's support. A properly fitted band sits level around your torso and stays in place without riding up your back. You should be able to slide two fingers underneath the band comfortably, but no more.Bras in larger band sizes often feature wider bands — sometimes two to three inches tall — to distribute support across a greater surface area. This prevents the band from digging in and creates a smoother silhouette under clothing. Multiple rows of hook-and-eye closures (typically four to five rows) provide adjustability as the elastic relaxes over time.Finding Your Best Fit in Extended SizesFirst, use a bra size calculator to instantly and accurately determine your correct bra size.Look for specific construction features when shopping for larger sizes: Wider straps distribute weight across your shoulders and prevent digging; reinforced bands with power mesh provide stability without feeling restrictive; side support panels help center breast tissue forward and prevent it from migrating toward your underarms; full-coverage cups offer complete encapsulation for security and support.Many people find that underwire styles provide the most support in larger sizes, though high-quality wireless options exist. Wireless bras designed for larger cup sizes incorporate structured cups with vertical seaming, wide underbands, and strategic power mesh placement to deliver support without metal wires.This story was produced by Honeylove and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.
	Cannon fire will thunder from Rock Island Arsenal Cannon fire will be heard from Rock Island Arsenal on Thursday and Friday, March 5 and 6, at about 10 a.m.. a news release says. The cannons will fire during the farewell ceremony for First Army Deputy Commanding General – Operations Maj. Gen. Mark McCormack.
	The states facing America’s biggest respiratory gap The states facing America’s biggest respiratory gapHome respiratory supply purchasing varies widely by state. This analysis compares Vitality Medical’s observed purchasing intensity with public respiratory burden indicators.A new state-by-state analysis from Vitality Medical shows that response is far from uniform. Six of the top 10 states in the Respiratory Readiness Index are in the South, where the region’s average respiratory burden score reaches 50.3 out of 100. At the same time, three Mountain West states post the highest per-capita home therapy demand in the country.That contrast defines the story. In some places, high disease burden is matched by strong at-home purchasing. In others, public burden indicators outpace observed Vitality purchasing, suggesting a burden–demand divergence that may reflect channel, coverage, logistics, or awareness differences.The index combines Vitality Medical’s state-level respiratory therapy sales, adjusted for residents age 65+, with public data on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, and smoking prevalence to create a single Respiratory Readiness score.Key FindingsSix of the top 10 states are in the South, where the average respiratory burden reaches 50.3/100Wyoming, Colorado, and Utah lead the nation in per-capita home therapy demand (each above 174 orders per 100,000 residents age 65+)West Virginia posts the highest overall respiratory burden in the indexAlaska and Hawai’i record under one order per 100,000 residents age 65+, the lowest measured demandThe South has the highest regional RRI score at 44.9, while the West leads in demand with 47.7The largest burden-demand divergence appears in West Virginia (+64.0) and Alaska (+45.9) Top 10 States: Where Burden and Demand Collide Vitality Medical In these states, home respiratory care appears closely tied to health risk levels.Bottom 10 States: Where The Combined Signal Is WeakestAt the other end are states where both burden and buying are relatively lower.This does not mean respiratory illness is absent. It means the combined burden and purchasing signal is softer in this dataset. Vitality Medical The index measures overlap, not absence.The South’s Burden Is Hard to IgnoreChronic respiratory illness does not spread evenly across the country.The South posts the highest average RRI score at 44.9, driven largely by a regional burden score of 50.3. Higher rates of COPD and cigarette smoking in several Southern states push those numbers upward.West Virginia sits at the center of that story. The state ranks second overall but leads the nation in respiratory burden, with elevated rates of COPD, adult asthma, and smoking. Its demand score of 36.0 lags well behind its burden score of 100.0, a stark imbalance that highlights a large burden–demand divergence in this dataset.In practical terms, that gap could translate to delayed adoption of at-home oxygen supplies, nebulizers, or monitoring devices that help patients manage flare-ups outside a hospital setting.The Mountain West: A Demand HotspotThen there’s the Mountain West, where buying behavior tells a different story.Wyoming ranks first overall with an RRI score of 70.6, fueled by a demand score of 96.1. The state records 203.2 orders per 100,000 residents age 65+, along with the highest per-capita revenue signal in the dataset.Colorado and Utah follow closely behind, each exceeding 174 orders per 100,000 residents age 65+. Their burden scores are comparatively lower, yet demand remains strong.What drives that behavior? It could reflect proactive health management, stronger purchasing channels, or greater familiarity with home respiratory care tools like continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) supplies and pulse oximeters. Whatever the reason, these states show that high demand does not always require the highest burden.Burden-Demand DivergenceThe most striking pattern appears in states where disease burden far exceeds measured purchasing.West Virginia posts a +64.0 gap between burden and demand. Alaska follows with +45.9, despite relatively modest measured demand of just 0.9 orders per 100,000 residents age 65+. Tennessee, Kentucky, and Maine round out the top 5 gap states.A gap does not automatically signal neglect. It may reflect different buying channels, insurance coverage structures, rural access challenges, or lower awareness of home therapy options.Still, the pattern raises questions. If public burden indicators are high but observed Vitality purchasing is lower, it may indicate differences in purchasing channels, coverage, logistics, or awareness, not necessarily unmet clinical need.Where the Signal Is WeakestAt the other end of the index are states where both burden and buying remain comparatively low.Hawai’i ranks last overall with an RRI score of 10.5, and Alaska ranks 49th. Several Midwestern and Northeastern states cluster in the lower tier, showing balanced but modest scores on both burden and demand.Lower ranking does not mean respiratory illness is absent. It means the combined burden and buying signal is softer in this dataset.Regional Patterns Tell a Broader StoryZoom out, and the map splits into distinct patterns.The South carries the heaviest average burden. The West leads in per-capita demand. The Midwest and Northeast sit in the middle, with moderate scores on both sides.Because demand was normalized to residents age 65+, large states do not win automatically. The ranking shows where older adults are buying or not buying respiratory supplies compared with their peers.That normalization matters. Respiratory therapies skew older, and comparing raw totals would blur the picture.What This Means for Home Respiratory CareRespiratory readiness is about more than diagnosis rates. It shapes how communities absorb seasonal strain and whether patients manage symptoms at home or end up in urgent care.In high-burden states, proactive home monitoring, infection control, and access to oxygen or airway clearance tools can help patients manage flare-ups before they escalate. In high-demand states, purchasing patterns suggest patients and caregivers are already leaning into home-based care.The gap states sit somewhere in between. They represent opportunity, not in a commercial sense but in an educational one. When burden outpaces buying, clearer guidance, improved access to supplies, and stronger awareness around home respiratory care could shift outcomes during peak seasons.Breathing is one of the few health signals we feel immediately. You notice it the moment it is strained.This index does not diagnose anyone. It maps where respiratory strain and response meet and where they do not. In a country where chronic respiratory illness touches millions, that intersection is more than a data point. It is a preparedness story.MethodologyThe Respiratory Readiness Index (RRI) blends two components: respiratory burden and at-home respiratory therapy demand.Demand is based on Vitality Medical’s state-level respiratory therapy sales, including orders, units, and revenue, normalized per 100,000 residents age 65+ using U.S. Census estimates.Burden incorporates three public health indicators:Adult COPD prevalence (2021)Adult current asthma prevalence (2023)Adult cigarette smoking prevalence (2022)Each metric is converted to a 0-100 scale. The RRI score equals the average of the Demand Score and Burden Score. The gap equals Burden Score minus Demand Score.Vitality sales reflect purchasing through its channels and do not represent all respiratory equipment use statewide. Public health prevalence estimates are survey-based. The RRI is designed for comparative ranking and storytelling, not clinical diagnosis.This story was produced by Vitality Medical and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.
	Mercer County School Board opts to dismiss multiple education roles Despite calls from the public to retain the roles impacted, school officials said these cuts would help keep the district afloat.
	Mercer County votes to let go of 25 support staff and teachers The Mercer County Board of Education has voted to reduce its staff.
	Why supporting a shelter for women is now 'kind of radioactive' That's how researcher Beatriz Garcia Nice describes the new U.S. stance under the Trump administration to programs addressing gender-based violence.
	Rain, warmth, and severe storms possible for the Quad Cities A long period of above average temperatures are in the forecast for the Quad Cities for the next week. Much-needed rain is coming tonight and early Thursday with the heaviest falling Friday. Along with the heavier rain Friday, severe weather is possible. Here's your full 7-day forecast.
	ImpactLife seeks blood donors after mass shooting in Austin, Texas The national Blood Emergency Readiness Corps (BERC) has been activated in response to a mass shooting that took place early Sunday in Austin, Texas. ImpactLife is among 12 blood providers across the country that have been asked to ship blood components in the BERC activation. Media reports indicate the shooting took place at approximately 2 [...]
	Telehealth abortion is in the courts. Share your experience. Mifepristone is facing another major legal challenge.
	Muscatine Municipal Golf Course season pass sales begin this Friday The city has not yet set an opening day for the 2026 season, but season passes go on sale on Friday.
	What to know as Bettendorf plans Forest Grove Park's future Last week, city leaders heard from consultants on possible ideas for the park. Here are seven takeaways from that discussion.
	Bettendorf considers annexing, adding sewer to 420 acres to the east A decision is likely to come later this year, after the Iowa Legislature makes a final decision on property tax reform.
	Pleasant Valley School District principal retirement, resignations, hirings from Feb. 23 school board agenda The following personnel items are from the Feb. 23 of the Pleasant Valley School District. The School Board met at Belmont Administration Center at 525 Belmont Rd., Riverdale, Iowa.
	Israel launches new strikes in Tehran as public farewell for Khamenei begins Israel's military said it had begun a "broad wave of strikes" in Tehran Wednesday morning. U.S. officials touted early gains, while Democrats warned the war could widen.
	Strikes resume on Iran, U.S. military says Tehran's defenses 'severely degraded' Israel's military said it had begun a "broad wave of strikes" in Tehran Wednesday morning. U.S. officials touted early gains, while Democrats warned the war could widen.
	The Black Hawk Tower Witch This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.When Mary Jane Wiley McCaw arrived in Rock Island in 1843 and settled her eight children in an abandoned schoolhouse on…
	Movies and TV shows casting across the US KinoMasterskaya // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting across the US The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a list of projects casting right now across the U.S., and which roles they're looking to fill. Grusho Anna // Shutterstock 'Let's Switch Spots!' (WT) - Project type: reality TV- Roles: --- Family Member (real people, 5+)- Roles pay up to: $10,000- Casting locations: nationwide- Learn more about the reality TV show here guruXOX // Shutterstock 'The 99ers' - Project type: feature film- Roles: --- APRIL HEINRICHS (supporting, female, 18+)- Casting locations: Worldwide- Learn more about the feature film here Grusho Anna // Shutterstock 'Wired: The Future of Dating,' Single Women 25-35 - Project type: documentary series- Roles: --- Single Woman 25-35 (real people, female, 25-35)- Roles pay up to: $250- Casting locations: Brooklyn, NY; New York, NY; Manhattan, NY; The Bronx, NY; Queens, NY- Learn more about the documentary series here Media_Photos // Shutterstock 'The Cave' - Project type: feature film- Roles: --- High School Reunion Attendees (SAG-AFTRA Covered) (background / extra, 24-36)- Roles pay up to: $224- Casting locations: New York City, NY; Manhattan, NY; Brooklyn, NY; Queens, NY; Little Falls, NJ- Learn more about the feature film here Tikkyshop // Shutterstock 'Out The Kitchen' - Project type: scripted show- Roles: --- Criminal Gang Members (SAG-AFTRA Covered) (background / extra, male, 18-75)--- Criminal Gang Members (Non-SAG Covered) (background / extra, male, 18-75)--- Dangerous Criminals (SAG-AFTRA Covered) (background / extra, male, 18-75)- Roles pay up to: $224- Casting locations: New York City, NY- Learn more about the scripted show here Grusho Anna // Shutterstock Untitled Southern Living Project - Project type: vertical series- Roles: --- Jax (lead, male, 21-27)--- Grace (lead, female, 21-27)--- Madison (lead, female, 25-35)- Roles pay up to: $500- Casting locations: Birmingham, AL- Learn more about the vertical series here Grusho Anna // Shutterstock 'Alone (Venture 5NW)' - Project type: feature film- Roles: --- Art (lead, male, 18-35)--- Porno (lead, female, 18-35)--- Evelyn (lead, female, 40-55)- Roles pay up to: $300- Casting locations: nationwide- Learn more about the feature film here Gorodenkoff // Shutterstock 'Behind Closed Doors' - Project type: feature film- Roles: --- Roger (lead, male, 27-50)--- Amy (lead, female, 27-50)--- Bill (lead, 35-60)- Roles pay up to: $5,250- Casting locations: Los Angeles, CA- Learn more about the feature film here Media_Photos // Shutterstock NASCAR x Coronado Promo - Project type: scripted show- Roles: --- Pilot 1 (Rowdy) (supporting, male, 30-45)--- Pilot 2 (Peaches) (supporting, female, 25-40)--- Pilot 3 ('Stache) (supporting, male, 21-30)- Roles pay up to: $6,000- Casting locations: nationwide- Learn more about the scripted show here Dpongvit // Shutterstock 'Tokyo Vagrant' - Project type: feature film- Roles: --- Angela (lead, female, 18-29)--- Alex (lead, male, 18-29)--- Andrew (lead, male, 30+)- Casting locations: Worldwide- Learn more about the feature film here Grusho Anna // Shutterstock 'Fated to the Alpha Who Left Me' - Project type: vertical series- Roles: --- Elena Silver (lead, female, 18-25)--- Noah Storm (lead, male, 20-28)--- Ivy (supporting, female, 18-26)- Roles pay up to: $4,800- Casting locations: Baldwin Park, CA; Los Angeles, CA- Learn more about the vertical series here muratart // Shutterstock Streaming Series, Parent Roles - Project type: scripted show- Roles: --- Parents (Of Middle Schoolers and High Schoolers) (background / extra, 35-60)- Roles pay up to: $187- Casting locations: New York City, NY; Purchase, NY; Yonkers, NY; Nyack, NY; Nanuet, NY- Learn more about the scripted show here Media_Photos // Shutterstock 'Minivan,' Students - Project type: scripted show- Roles: --- Students (Ages 10-15) (Non SAG Covered) (background / extra, 10-15)- Roles pay up to: $187- Casting locations: New York, NY; Dobbs Ferry, NY; Nanuet, NY; Yonkers, NY; Purchase, NY- Learn more about the scripted show here Gorodenkoff // Shutterstock Influencer Web Series - Project type: scripted show- Roles: --- Benedict (lead, male, 30-49)--- Mason White (lead, male, 18-40)--- Princess Perry (lead, female, 18+)- Roles pay up to: $1,400- Casting locations: Los Angeles, CA- Learn more about the scripted show here Grusho Anna // Shutterstock Confidential Feature, Plus Size Supporting Role - Project type: feature film- Roles: --- Rosie (supporting, female, 20-35)- Roles pay up to: $810- Casting locations: New York City, NY; Jersey City, NJ- Learn more about the feature film here This story was produced by Backstage and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.
	America has a housing affordability crisis. Building houses for rent can help Developers are building more single-family houses for renting. That can lower prices for both renters and buyers.
	Would you go to a play by yourself? Theaters are hoping so As solo leisure booms globally, theater operator ATG Entertainment is launching "Solo Seats" events to destigmatize going to the theater alone.
	As Paralympics approach, U.S. skier Sydney Peterson balances training and research Sydney Peterson is among the U.S. athletes heading to the 2026 Winter Paralympics. A neuroscientist in training, Peterson is studying movement disorders, similar to her own condition.
	5 takeaways from the first primaries of the 2026 midterms Voters headed to the polls Tuesday in the first primaries of the midterm election season. The latest results from Arkansas, North Carolina and Texas.
	Don’t rely on outdoor warning sirens to wake you up, emergency official warns During the spring and summer months, when sirens sound, its a sign to head inside as severe weather barrels down.
	North Carolina Rep. Valerie Foushee holds narrow lead over challenger Nida Allam The race is too close to call between Democratic Rep. Valerie Foushee and her anti-establishment challenger Nida Allam in North Carolina's 4th congressional district and is likely headed to a recount.
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
	Mercer County School Board approves job cuts Mercer County's School Board voted to layoff more than two dozen employees in the district Tuesday night. A big crowd packed Tuesday's school board meeting in Aledo before the decision. 25 positions were unanimously voted to be cut. 24 of those cuts would be through a reduction in force plan. Many teachers, aids and parents [...]
	Mercer County votes to let go of 25 support staff and teachers The Mercer County Board of Education has voted to reduce its staff.
	Scott County school districts approve measure to extend tax levy extension Scott County voters approve measure that will extend tax levy for school district equipment and operations in a special election.
	Quick wins special election to retain Walcott city council seat Joseph Quick won Tuesday's special election and will retain the city council seat that had once been held by current Mayor Jacob Puck.
	Scott County schools renew levies, Quick wins city council seat The preliminary results for Scott County’s special election are in.
	Silvis police officers honored for response to child abduction last year The suspect was convicted on two counts of aggravated battery and one count of child abduction last month.
	All 3 tax levy measures pass in Iowa QC school districts Tax-levy measures in three Iowa Quad-City school districts passed Tuesday, according to a late-Tuesday ballot count. Measures proposed by the Davenport and Pleasant Valley districts will extend their physical plant and equipment levies for another 10 years in each district. Before the vote, the levies were scheduled to expire in 2028. The North Scott School [...]
	Muscatine man to be detained pending trial on child sex abuse materials charges A Muscatine County man facing federal charges of trafficking in child sex abuse materials has been order detained pending trial during a hearing Monday in U.S. District Court, Davenport.
	IMEG president/CEO named to Midwest Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame IMEG President and CEO Paul VanDuyne has been named to the Midwest Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame, a news release says. The award is presented by Midwest REnews annually to industry veterans who have succeeded in even the most challenging market conditions, evolved with the commercial real estate industry, embraced new technology, and are [...]
	Quick wins special election in Walcott; North Scot PPEL passes After being appointed to the Walcott City Council in January to fill a vacancy, Joe Quick won election to the council, following a special election held Tuesday. Quick captured 143 of the 234 votes cast. Lynnette Tarchinski, who was a candidate for city council in November, garnered 82 votes, with Joseph Aubry getting the remaining nine votes. Quick was appointed to the Walcott city council on Jan. 19 to fill a vacancy created when former council member Jacob Puck assumed the mayor's seat. He was one of two candidates to apply. Two days later, Walcott residents submitted a petition for the special election. Meanwhile, North Scott's bid to increase the Physical Plant and Equipment Levy was successful, with 62% support. The tally was 324 votes in favor, with 196 votes against. More information will appear in the March 11 edition of The NSP.
	Mercer County Schools to lay off 24 employees The Mercer County School District has recommended laying off the employees for the 2026-27 school year, according to a media release from the Illinois Education Association.
	Kewanee eagle rescue urges hunters to clean up after themselves following 2 cases of lead poisoning When a hunter shoots an animal, fragments of the lead ammo spread throughout the body. Eagles scavenge the remains left behind and can ingest the lead by mistake.
	Roy Cooper, Michael Whatley set to compete for a high stakes North Carolina US senate seat Former Democratic North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper will face former Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley in the state's toss-up U.S. Senate race.
	Roy Cooper, Michael Whatley set to compete for a high stakes North Carolina U.S. Senate seat Former Democratic North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper will face former Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley in the state's toss-up U.S. Senate race.
	Stewart Road, Muscatine County, closed for months-long project Stewart Road (X61) is closed to all through traffic from just north of 49th Street to Pettibone Avenue as work resumes on the grading and Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) pavement replacement project in Muscatine County, a news release says. Metro Pavers Inc. is the prime contractor for the project. Traffic will be detoured using Wiggins [...]
	Former Olympic coach reflects on Team USA’s historic Winter Games Davenport native Dave Juehring was an elite athlete and coach for Team USA bobsledding and skeleton. Here's his take on how this year's Games went for the U.S.
	Timber Lake Playhouse plans 65th season Timber Lake Playhouse invites audiences to be part of a milestone year in 2026 - its 65th anniversary season at the Theatre in the Woods. For 65 years, Timber Lake Playhouse has welcomed generations of theatergoers to its wooded hillside outside Mount Carroll, where stories unfold beneath open skies and applause echoes through the trees. [...]
	Man awaiting trial on multiple child sex abuse-related charges arrested again on new accusations A Davenport man awaiting trial on multiple child sex abuse-related charges was arrested on Monday after new accusations came to light from an alleged child victim, police said.
	Average gas price rises 11¢ overnight to about $3.11, AAA says Cude oil futures have risen sharply this week because of the war.
	Potential budget changes would cut 2 positions at Muscatine Fire Department The department still has seven openings after multiple retirements and people quitting. This year's proposed budget only accounts for five replacements.
	Muscatine weighs leaving 2 fire department positions vacant amid budget concerns The City of Muscatine is considering leaving two firefighter positions unfilled as part of its upcoming budget, a proposal that has drawn concern from union members.
	Rain and storm chances peak this week on Friday While we are looking at a chance for some light and scattered showers over the next couple days, the best chance for substantial rain (and t'storms) arrives Friday evening. Rain totals will be a quarter of an inch or less through Thursday morning for most of our area. By Friday though, rain and storm chances [...]
	"Grief is like glitter": QCA family mourns the loss of El Patron's 'Connie' Life goes on with heavier hearts at a popular eatery in Rock Island. Consuelo Gonzalez died on Valentines Day. She owned El Patron Mexican Restaurant with her husband. Her daughters Stephanie and Vivika plan to carry on the family tradition. "Grief is kind of like glitter, if that makes sense. One glitter falls, it goes [...]
	Voting nears to a close in Texas primary that may be crucial to control of the Senate The GOP and Democratic primaries mark a potential litmus test for what direction base voters want their parties to go ahead of midterm elections this fall that will determine power in Congress.
	Vote counting underway in Texas primary that may be crucial to control of the Senate The GOP and Democratic primaries mark a potential litmus test for what direction base voters want their parties to go ahead of midterm elections this fall that will determine power in Congress.
	Republican primary for U.S. Senate in Texas is headed for a runoff Incumbent Sen. John Cornyn will face Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in a May runoff. Vote counting was still underway in the Democratic primary between Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico.
	GOP primary for Texas Senate seat set for runoff; Democratic race too close too call Incumbent Sen. John Cornyn will face Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in a May runoff. Vote counting was still underway in the Democratic primary between Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico.
	Silvis police officers to be honored for saving child from kidnapping Alexander Ross was convicted of aggravated battery and child abduction. He'll be sentenced later in March.

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