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Tuesday, October 27th, 2026
	Why a Saturday Halloween could create a deadly mix on the roads this year Safety groups warn that Halloween falling on a Saturday brings heightened risks of fatal crashes, impaired driving, and pedestrian strikes.
	Meet the candidates running for Scott County Treasurer Incumbent Tony Knobbe announced earlier this year that he will not seek re-election. Democrat Samuel Samara and Republican Gregory Guy are vying for the open seat.
	10th annual Alternating Currents launches wide‑ranging open call for 2027 Alternating Currents has opened submissions for its 2027 festival, inviting artists, performers and creators of all kinds to apply through Dec. 31, 2026.
	Nearly half of Iowa corn acres harvested Farmers had 6.4 days suitable for field work during the reporting period as conditions were mostly dry throughout the week.
	NAACP B-4019 hosting 'Party to the Poll' event The Davenport Branch #4019 B Metrocom NAACP will host a public, nonpartisan “Party to the Poll” event on Saturday, October 31 from 12 – 3 p.m. at the Friends of MLK Center, 501 N. Brady Street in Davenport. The free community event will feature food, entertainment, music and important voting information to educate and encourage [...]
	Bolsonaro's Party accepts Brazil election defeat, but he refuses to concede Brazil's opposition party accepts Lula's election victory, but Flávio Bolsonaro won't concede, while President Trump calls the vote "rigged" without offering evidence.
	Beef jerky recalled under most serious classification in Iowa and 6 other states A beef jerky company has recalled 946 pounds of product that could cause serious health complications.
	Discursive Verses: Jay-Z, the Super Bowl and playing with house money NPR Music culture critic and reporter Rodney Carmichael ruminates on the latest in rap culture. This week: Is the rap mogul's self-selection a crowning achievement or a final affront?
	A 'Green Army' is out to thwart El Niño flooding In Nairobi, a city prone to floods, workers in the "Green Army" are making preparations to prevent disaster when El Niño arrives.
	Traffic Alert: Lanes reopen after crash on I-80 eastbound Emergency crews are responding to a crash on Interstate 80 eastbound near West Liberty.
	Meet the candidates for Scott County Supervisor Seven candidates are running for three seats on the Scott County Board of Supervisors. Read more about their positions on issues facing the county.
	Dry weather for one more day Our warm weather is going to stick around into early next week. A few showers are possible starting Wednesday. Here's your full 7-day forecast.
	Early voting surges in the Quad Cities The Nov. 3 election is in one week, and early voting has been underway in the Quad Cities.
	Iowa and Illinois among states suing Dollar General The lawsuit claims the company charges customers more than what a price label says when they get to a register.
	Care for Sylvan Island; share ideas for healthier river communities The “Care for Sylvan Island: Community Cleanup & Nature-Based Solutions Event,” organized in collaboration with Fem Scouts QC, will take place from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Sylvan Island, Moline. Community members of all ages are welcome. The Clean River Advisory Council (C-RAC) invites Quad Cities residents to help shape healthier river communities through [...]
	Maldon Kitchen + Bar to hold ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday Maldon Kitchen + Bar features a curated menu of chef-inspired dishes, fresh seafood, steaks and innovative flavor combinations.
	Amhof Trucking named “Best of Class” Fleet Safety Award winner Amhof Trucking, Inc. recognized as the safest carrier in the state of Iowa.
	Coty Fournier named president of McCarthy Improvement Company Fournier brings more than 35 years of construction industry experience to McCarthy Improvement Company.
	Royal Neighbors awards $20,000 grant to The Third Place QC Royal Neighbors grant to help The Third Place QC expand support for people experiencing homelessness.
	Rock Island County sheriff candidate Marcus Herbert draws on 21 years of experience A childhood memory of a police officer shooting hoops helped shape Marcus Herbert's approach to community policing. Now he's running for Rock Island County sheriff.
	Shoemaker says she's her own woman despite running as Republican in Democrat heavy county Rock Island County Sheriff's candidate Jamie Shoemaker says she is her own woman despite running on Republican ticket in Democrat stronghold Rock Island County.
	Here’s what to know before KCRG’s Iowa Gubernatorial Debate The 90-minute debate will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27.
	How Aldi is pushing down grocery prices The German-owned chain's low prices are winning over shoppers — and pushing competitors to respond.
	Medical College This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Now and then, great institutions have beginnings as humble as United States Presidents once needed to get elected. The…
	Is 2026 the fakest year in music? From an indie darling getting called a "psyop" to plagiarism allegations against a rising pop star, this year feels like an especially fraught time to bicker about authenticity in the music industry.
	Democrats still poised to make gains, but poll shows warning signs for just how many Democrats hold significant advantages going into Election Day, according to a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. But lagging enthusiasm among key groups is just one indicator that gains may not come easy.
	Very chaotic, not at all good: Why does everything in music feel fake right now? "Is it real?" is the most pressing question in music in 2026, and it's one that feels impossible to adequately answer, in almost any context.
	Polymarket has investigated 'dozens' of election-related cases The prediction market has hired a former FBI official to make sure political insiders don't use the platform for profit from confidential election information.
	Can Black voting power and Trump fatigue break Mississippi's red wall? Mississippi has the largest proportional Black population in the country. It's one reason the U.S. Senate race has seen millions in last-minute spending and high-profile campaign visits.
	Harry Kane becomes first Englishman in 25 years to win Ballon d'Or Kane was followed in the voting by Kylian Mbappé. Spain star Alexia Putellas won her third women's Ballon d'Or. Outside, fans packed the streets and climbed light poles near the London Palladium.
	Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show in Southern California The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
	Brewers rout the Rays 10-1 to move within a win of their first World Series title The Milwaukee Brewers are one victory from their first World Series title after routing the Tampa Bay Rays 10-1 on Monday night thanks to a trio of young players who have shined in October.
	Local ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump starts in southern Ukraine A localized ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia took effect early Tuesday ahead of a humanitarian mission brokered by U.S. first lady Melania Trump, as missile attacks resumed in Kyiv.
	Trump campaigns in Mississippi, highlighting Republicans' challenges President Trump campaigned Monday in Mississippi, as he continued a closing midterm rally blitz that has highlighted Republicans' challenges ahead of an election that could drastically shift power in Washington.
Monday, October 26th, 2026
	Developer shares data center plans with Kewanee city council The idea of a data center in Kewanee drew lots of opinions at a city council meeting Monday night. "Some have had better success than others, and I do challenge you, and I will be challenging you to make sure that you not only working with the developer, but working with the citizens," said one [...]
	A quick guide to Israel's high-stakes elections Israel is holding its first elections since the Hamas-led attacks of 2023 triggered a chain of conflicts across the region — a quick guide the key players, issues and when to expect a result.
	Sarah Trone Garriott: This is what the election is all about State Sen. Sarah Trone Garriott
	Quincy man charged after congressional offices receive letters with white powder According to a criminal complaint unsealed on Monday, Matthew G. Unglesbee allegedly admitted to putting salt in the envelopes since it looks like anthrax powder.
	Illinois, Iowa among states suing Dollar General over advertised price issues Illinois and Iowa are part of a new lawsuit filed against Dollar General for charging consumers higher prices than advertised for many products. Iowa and Illinois joined the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Utah and Wisconsin to [...]
	15-year gap filled: Fareway to open in Coal Valley Fareway will open it’s doors in Coal Valley this week.
	Location announced for Trump’s Dubuque rally President Donald Trump will be coming to Dubuque next month.
	Ill. State Treasurer: Don't be afraid to check for missing money waiting to be claimed Ahead of Halloween, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs asks residents to check the ICash website to see if there’s missing money waiting for you to claim. “You might find enough money for a bag of candy, a really good Halloween costume or tickets to a haunted house. Maybe even enough to take your friends out [...]
	Chains with Halloween deals and seasonal specials: Chipotle, Pizza Hut and more These Halloween food deals are so good, it’s scary.
	Davenport restaurant and spiritualist group partner on unique Halloween event The Half Nelson has teamed up with the Quad-City Spiritualist Society to bring “Beyond the Crimson Veil,” a special pop-up Halloween cocktail experience in Downtown Davenport this week.
	Trump administration attempting to prosecute former FBI Director James Comey again The Trump administration is attempting to prosecute James Comey for what it calls a decade-old leak of classified information. Comey's lawyers immediately dismissed the effort as invalid and outside the time limit.
	Iowa legislator criticizes Turek campaign ad on transgender issues A recent campaign ad about transgender rights from Iowa Democratic Senate candidate Josh Turek is getting backlash from a Statehouse colleague and others in the LGBTQ community.
	Moline welcomes new store - La Catrina Plus City officials showed up to support a new store opening in Moline. La Catrina Plus celebrated its brand new opening across the street from the Mercado on Fifth. The business specializes in Mexican groceries and goods. Owner Adolfo Reyes says he'd wanted to add to the rich Hispanic culture flourishing in the area. After spending [...]
	Is your tree secretly dying? Quad Cities arborist warns of 'zombie trees' Trees that appear alive and are even fully leafed out could actually be dead or seriously decaying on the inside. Here's the warning signs to look for in your yard.
	Bettendorf Rotary Club hopes to collect 4,000 blankets for neighbors in need From now through Dec. 18, you can drop off new or gently-used blankets of all sizes at boxes around the Quad Cities. Here's where you can find them.
	Fareway will become first grocery store to open in Coal Valley since 2007 The new Fareway opens on Wednesday, Oct. 28.
	La Catrina Plus brings Mexican groceries and cultural items to downtown Moline La Catrina Plus celebrated its opening with a ribbon-cutting on Monday morning. The store sits at 430 12th St.
	It’s projected to cost ComEd $3.1B to connect data centers to the grid Consumer advocates warn that the costs of infrastructure to connect data centers to ComEd’s grid will be paid in part by households and small businesses in northern Illinois — something the utility disputes.
	Need help with winter heating bills? Here is who qualifies for energy assistance in Quad Cities Eligible Iowa and Illinois renters and homeowners can get assistance through LIHEAP. Here’s a guide to income limits, application deadlines and emergency resources.
	Illinois Lottery generates $3.87 billion in sales The Illinois Lottery generated $3.87 billion in total sales during fiscal year 2026. Of the $804 million in net income, $792 million went to the common school fund, which supports K-12 public education. Another $12 million went to other charities. Players won big, collecting more than $2.7 billion in prizes; 147 players won at least [...]
	Hope & Hangers Closet provides free clothing to those in need Organizers said donations from church members and the wider community continue to arrive weekly, providing free clothing for men, women and children.
	Miller-Meeks focuses on health care, economy as Election Day nears The Republican is emphasizing her medical background, conservative priorities and efforts to bring federal investment to southeast Iowa
	Dollar General sued by the FTC and 20 states for what’s being described as deceptive pricing The Federal Trade Commission has sued the bargain chain Dollar General for what it characterized as “long-running deceptive pricing practices.”
	After 10 straight days with no rain, wet weather is possible later this week in Quad Cities We haven't had much rain over the last few weeks in the Quad Cities - and we've had NO RAIN over the last 10 days. This dry stretch should end later this week. There's a low chance for rain on Thursday and better chances for rain this weekend. This is also the weekend we "fall [...]
	i9 Investigation finds teacher was watching more students than guidelines allow in Lake Macbride drownings Teacher had 14 students on field trip when guidelines cap group at 10
	Beef jerky sold Iowa, Illinois recalled after bypassing federal inspection A beef jerky recall spanning seven states affects multiple flavors after regulators said the products weren't properly inspected.
	Suspect in deadly 2025 Davenport motorcycle crash pleads not guilty Samantha Burke died after the motorcycle she was riding on, driven by Alex Uthoff, crashed in May 2025.
	Beyond the Badge: Rock Island High School resource officer dives in to duty Jacklyn Young just finished her first quarter as Rock Island High School's resource officer. She's also an alum and graduated from the same school 10 years ago.
	Have you ever heard of 'zombie trees'? The name might sound silly, but it's pretty fitting. Zombie trees look alive, sometimes even fully leafed out, but they're actually dead or decaying inside.
	Hope and Hangers offering free clothes to those in need The closet at Progressive Baptist Church has already given out clothing to about 60 people.
	Bettendorf Rotary Club collecting blankets for those in need The Rotary Club is hosting its sixth annual blanket drive, with the goal of collecting 4,000 blankets by mid-December.
	Iowa to vote on process of income tax increases Iowans will vote November 3 on whether to make income tax increases harder to pass. If passed, Amendment 1 would require a two-thirds supermajority in both chambers, up from a simple majority now. An Iowa state researcher says other states have seen mixed results, making the impact on Iowa's economy difficult to predict, saying there's [...]
	Illinois lottery celebrates 4th-best year on record The lottery generated nearly $3.9 billion in total sales, bringing in more than $800 million for the state of Illinois.
	Man pleads not guilty in fatal motorcycle crash, fleeing to Mexico The man accused of crashing his motorcycle, fatally injuring his passenger and going on the run for over a year has pleaded not guilty.
	Illinois bill would mandate data centers pay host cities A plan in Illinois could have data centers pay the cities where they're located. Senator Sue Rezin has proposed a bill that would make data centers pay a tax to what's called a Community Benefits Agreements. Senate Bill 4203 would create a local fund that would be rebated back to residents on their property taxes. [...]
	Man sentenced to life without parole for Davenport murder 21-year-old Johnathan Terrones was convicted of shooting and killing 23-year-old Mason Payne in August 2024.
	Man sentenced to life without parole for 2024 Davenport riverfront murder 21-year-old Johnathan Terrones of East Moline was found guilty of first-degree murder in the shooting death of 23-year-old Mason Payne.
	Beyond the Badge: Rock Island High School resource officer dives into duty for community Jacklyn Young just finished her first quarter as Rock Island High School's resource officer. She's also an alum and graduated from the same school 10 years ago.
	‘HAH enjoy the gift’: Quincy man in custody after sending threatening letters with white substance to congresspeople The FBI is releasing new information regarding a Sunday morning operation and arrest in Quincy.
	Milling, patching to start on section of Rockingham Road, officials say This week, crews will start milling and patching in the westbound lanes of the road between Fairmount Street and the Highway 61 interchange, according to a Facebook post.
	KWQC’s Alternating Currents documentary wins Mid-American Emmy KWQC’s Creative Services team won a Mid-American Emmy on Saturday for their documentary Alternating Currents: Energizing Downtown.
	5 years after Melissa Trumpy vanished, search for answers continues Five years after Melissa Trumpy vanished in Illinois, investigators say they are still pursuing leads to find her.
	Festival of Trees brings 'Winter Wonderland' to RiverCenter There will soon be a “Winter Wonderland” in downtown Davenport as Quad City Arts’ Festival of Trees returns to the RiverCenter from November 21–29. The holiday celebration, now in its 41st year, brings together holiday decor, local performances, family activities and special events to support arts experiences throughout the Quad Cities. This year’s theme, “Winter [...]
	Trick-or-treat times for towns in and around the Quad Cities area Grab your costumes and candy buckets! Halloween is coming up this Saturday, Oct. 31.
	Suspect in deadly 2025 Davenport motorcycle crash arrested in Mexico pleads not guilty Samantha Burke died after the motorcycle she was riding on, driven by Alex Uthoff, crashed in May 2025.
	Profiles in Faith: Beit Shalom Jewish Community in the Quad Cities Welcomes New Rabbi Monday means another weekend of religious services across the Quad Cities has come and gone. WVIK’s Joseph Leahy recently joined worshipers at Beit Shalom Jewish Community in Davenport and has this profile in faith.
	Rep. Nunn on questions about how expensive things are now U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn wants a third term in Congress and said that he will address the higher cost of living.
	Beyond the Badge: Rock Island High School resource officer dives in for others Jacklyn Young just finished her first quarter as Rock Island High School's resource officer and alum. Now, she dives into duty, serving students and the community.
	Trump administration pushes for food assistance card upgrade to fight fraud The proposed rule is a major step forward in addressing a form of fraud that has robbed SNAP recipients of millions.
	Judge says DOJ illegally fired the daughter of former FBI director Comey Maurene Comey served as a federal prosecutor in Manhattan for around a decade. A judicial ruling finding her dismissal unlawful adds to concerns of politically motivated firings at the DOJ.
	Firefighters share details on response to Quaker Oats explosion Officials have said no one was hurt or killed in that fire.
	Meet the candidates running for Rock Island County Clerk Democrat incumbent Karen Kinney is not seeking re-election. Democrat Maggie Crouch and Republican Steven Rugh are vying for the open seat.
	Three things to know: Oct. 26, 2026 Clinton data center hearing, no sticker yard waste collection in Davenport and an update on the forecast.
	Nahant Marsh named Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area site Nahant Marsh Education Center in Davenport has officially been designated as a Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area (SSNHA) site. There will be a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. at Nahant Marsh, 4220 Wapello Avenue in Davenport, and representatives from Nahant Marsh, Silos & Smokestacks and area partners will be on [...]
	A record number of women are running for state legislatures this year A record number of women are running for state legislative seats this November, more than two-thirds of whom are Democrats.
	Tips to safely enjoy Halloween this weekend The American Red Cross of Illinois is reminding all who will be celebrating this Halloween how to do so safely.
	Al's Burgers to open third location in Milan Al's Burgers is planning to open its third location in Milan before the end of the year.
	Enjoy Mozart, Brahms, Reinecke in 'Light, Lyric and Lofty' at Knox Galesburg Symphony The Knox-Galesburg Symphony presents its second performance of the season, “Light, Lyric and Lofty,” on November 14 at The Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg Street in Galesburg. The doors will open at 6 p.m. and the concert starts at 7 p.m. Click here for tickets, call the Orpheum Theater at (309) 342-2299 or visit the [...]
	These 'Seven Stories About Tammy' add up to one brilliant piece of writing Elizabeth McCracken's connected short stories chronicle a family's encounters with their eldest son's girlfriend and eventual wife. This slim collection is so engaging, you may want to read it twice.
	Effigy Mounds Visitor Center gets $3.5M for new exhibits New exhibits and an educational film will be installed alongside a visitor center renovation.
	Bettendorf Recap: enrollment, superintendent settlement and superintendent search Enrollment, superintendent settlement and superintendent search were discussed by the Bettendorf School Board this week.
	AI giant Anthropic files for an IPO that could break records The AI company, which makes the popular Claude chatbot, has filed for an initial public offering that could be one of the biggest ever.
	Australian judge rejects prisoner's human rights challenge to Vegemite ban Andre McKechnie, 55, is serving a life sentence for murder. He took his battle for the salty, sticky, black-brown byproduct of brewing beer to the court last year. He argued being refused Vegemite breached the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act.
	What to know about China's plenum as Xi seeks stronger party discipline This closed-door gathering that started Monday comes about a year before Xi is expected to secure a fourth term and personnel changes to key leadership bodies.
	Quad Cities Interfaith celebrates 40 years, honors former president The coalition focused on faith-based social justice honored its past while staying committed to the future.
	Man airlifted after motorcycle crash in Jo Daviess County A man was airlifted to Rockford after a motorcycle crash in Jo Daviess County.

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