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Saturday, October 24th, 2026
	QCA’s most photgenic fall color spots: 6 can’t-miss drives, plus metro favorites From Dubuque to Burlington: 6 scenic drives peaking now, plus metro favorites close to home.
	Davenport shooting leaves one man dead, one man charged with murder A man was charged with first-degree murder after allegedly shooting another man who later died at MercyOne Genesis in Davenport.
	Traffic Alert: Bluff instability forces emergency road closure in Muscatine West Mississippi Drive is closed between the 500 and 800 blocks due to bluff instability, the City of Muscatine announced.
	Ukraine says Starlink is back to normal after disruptions Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that normal Starlink operating speeds were restored after more than a week of disruptions.
	Making a Difference: Annual blanket & coat drive totals in KWQC partnered with the Bettendorf Rotary Club and the Salvation Army for its annual blanket and coat drive.
	In Paris, Illinois, Trump’s ICE raids came home ‘when it happened to Jose’ In Paris, Illinois, support for Trump runs deep. So does affection for an immigrant restaurant owner now facing deportation. Those loyalties are colliding.
	Man arrested on murder charges in Davenport shooting incident A man was arrested on murder charges following a Davenport shots-fired incident. According to a release from the Davenport Police Department, Davenport Police, Fire andMedic EMS responded to a home in the 1500 block of Wisconsin Ave. October 23 at approximately 8:50 p.m., in reference to a report of shots fired with a victim. First [...]
	Gunmen open fire at a church during a funeral in Jordan, killing 7 and wounding 40 Footage broadcast on Jordanian state television showed three gunmen firing shots at a Greek Orthodox church in the city of Karak on Friday.
	Republican state Rep. Mike Vondran and Democrat Karen Roebuck vie for House District 94 If reelected, Mike Vondran wants to ban kratom and continue Republicans’ safety and fiscal policies; Democrat Karen Roebuck backs public education and healthcare access.
	Bettendorf again earns Yearbook of the Year from Iowa High School Press Association For the third year in a row, the Bettendorf yearbook staff's yearbook has been named Yearbook of the Year by the Iowa High School Press Association. "The Days are Long & The Years are Short" also took home 26 individual awards (seven first-place awards, eight second-place awards, one third-place award, and three honorable mentions.) Much of the [...]
	Blood donors needed before holiday rush: American Red Cross Donors of all blood types, especially those with type O blood, are needed to keep the blood supply steady ahead of the holiday rush, according to a news release from the American Red Cross. Keeping blood and platelet donation appointments on the books is crucial to ensuring hospitals have the tools they need to care [...]
	Special Olympics teams will compete in Fall Classic fundraiser The Moline High School Special Olympics Basketball team will host a Fall Classic Tournament from 9 a.m. until noon Saturday, Oct. 31, at Wharton Field House. Special Olympics teams from three area high schools and Rock Island and Knox County willcompete in this family-friendly event to raise money for the Moline-Coal Valley District’s Special Olympics [...]
	Meet the candidates running for Iowa Senate District 47 Republican state Sen. Scott Webster and Democrat Nikhil Wagle, physician and school board member, seek a Senate seat representing the eastern Iowa Q-C.
	Families affected by cancer can carve, paint pumpkins at free Moline event Cancer Support Community Iowa & NW Illinois will offer pumpkin carving as a family program. Anyone impacted by cancer can enjoy pumpkin carving or painting and dinner in Moline. You can bring anyone you consider to be part of your family. Kids and teens are welcome to bring a friend. The in-person program will be [...]
	65-year-old charged with murder after Davenport shooting, police say It happened Saturday night.
	Nationwide recall on these compound GLP-1 drugs The compounded GLP-1s are not FDA-approved nor name-brand.
	Lethe Crowley This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Are you one of those kids whose parents went off to Disney World and all you got was this lousy T-shirt that announced…
	U.S. birth rate drops to record low, but older women are having more babies The U.S. birth rate fell to its lowest level ever recorded, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The drop would have been greater, but women over age 30 are having more children.
	This decade has been missing its big-impact midterm Every other decade over the past hundred years has produced at least one midterm that made a big difference in Congress and in national politics more broadly.
	Would you live in a haunted house? 71% of Americans say they would Would you live in a haunted house? A survey from Clever Real Estate says 71% of Americans wouldn't immediately move out of a haunted home. According to the survey, ghosts aren't the scariest thing to homeowners: Here are some terrifying tidbits from the survey: For more on the survey, click here. Do you think you've [...]
	Drinking water supplies dwindle in Yemeni city besieged by Houthi rebels Taiz, a city in southwestern Yemen, faces a severe water crisis as Houthi rebels backed by Iran tighten their encirclement. The city has struggled with water issues for over a decade, but the situation has worsened in recent weeks.
Friday, October 23rd, 2026
	YWCA Quad Cities seeking winter clothing donations for youth The organization is collecting new or gently used winter clothing in boys’ and girls’ sizes medium, large and extra-large.
	East 2nd and Sycamore intersection reopening in Muscatine after months of closure The area has had several road closures in the past year due to structural concerns, and the eventual collapse, of buildings on the 200 block of East 2nd Street.
	Cook review: 'Clayface' is more than a DC villain movie: It's body horror and drama The third part of the new DC Universe is dark, grim, bloody ... and one of the best scripts of the year. First came the enjoyable "Superman," and then the so-so "Supergirl." Now the third time is the charm with "Clayface," an origin story of a villain that's also a smart body-horror drama. You won't [...]
	Severe flooding hits Four Corners region, more expected through the weekend Intense rainfall slammed the Four Corners region late this week. As rivers flooded, towns declared evacuations and emergencies and made rescues.
	Our QC Crime Watch: Interview with victim of stolen-phone incident: Episode 86 Watch crime reporters Linda Cook talk about crime and courts in the latest episode of the Our Quad Cities Crime Watch Podcast. In this episode, Linda interviews her colleague, Joel Kellar, who became a victim of what apparently was a professional, and fast, theft of phones at a New York concert. Additionally, Linda updates these [...]
	After fire indefinitely shuts down Alfano’s Pizza, owners lean on community support to rebuild In the middle of the uncertainty, Grace and Alberto Alfano are holding on to faith and to each other.
	Judge sentences man to life in prison for fatal 2024 shooting near Davenport Skybridge A judge sentenced Johnathan Terrones to life in prison without parole for the fatal 2024 shooting of Mason Payne near the Davenport Skybridge.
	Gas leak in downtown Muscatine There was a gas leak in downtown Muscatine on Friday afternoon.
	Second City legend brings long-form improv to Moline Dave Razowsky is the former artistic director of Second City Los Angeles. He'll perform with ComedySportz Quad Cities on Friday, Oct. 23, at The Spotlight Theatre.
	“One gut punch after another” - Turek questions farm relief as Hinson campaign defends her record President Donald Trump’s announcement of $8 billion in diesel relief for farmers is drawing attention to farm costs in Iowa’s U.S. Senate race
	North Scott, Davenport North battle for playoff spot in Week 10 of the Highlight Zone The KWQC Highlight Zone covers week 10 of high school football matchups across the Quad Cities.
	Project NOW hosts Rise Up Reentry Summit at WIU Moline to support people leaving prison Community leaders and advocates gathered at WIU in Moline for Project NOW's Rise Up Reentry Summit to expand housing and education for former inmates.
	Teacher who drowned at Lake Macbride was trying to save student Investigators believe that after 10-year-old Ahmed Osman fell into the Coralville Reservoir, 24-year-old Hannah Jorgensen jumped in to try and save him.
	Motorcyclist killed in Fort Madison crash A 39-year-old motorcyclist died Friday morning after a car turned into a driveway and struck him along Avenue O in Fort Madison, Iowa.
	Former artistic director of Second City Los Angeles performing with ComedySportz on Friday night Dave Razowsky will be joined by Brent Tubbs, co-owner of the Spotlight Theatre, for the one-night-only performance.
	Bettendorf City Hall holds Halloween event City staff handed out treats to local kids in attendance.
	Quad Cities VA Clinic honors 100-year-old World War II veteran Staff at the Quad Cities VA Clinic in Davenport celebrated 100-year-old World War II veteran Myron Swanson for his overseas service in the Army.
	Dohrn Transfer’s Rock Falls terminal to close by the end of the year The Dohrn Transfer Rock Falls terminal is set to close by the end of this year, according to Dohrn officials.
	The Wizard's Shelf Games & Collectibles moves to larger location, holding grand opening Saturday The Wizard's Shelf is a place where customers can find nostalgic memories, participate in fun events, and something magical on every shelf.
	Political attack ads in Iowa getting nastier as midterm elections approach Political attack ads in Iowa are getting nastier as midterm elections approach.
	Teacher who drowned at Lake Macbride was trying to save student, sheriff says Investigators believe that after 10-year-old Ahmed Osman fell into the Coralville Reservoir, 24-year-old Hannah Jorgensen jumped in to try and save him.
	Police step up speed enforcement through I-74 construction zone in Moline Moline police and Illinois State Police are targeting speeding drivers through the Interstate 74 and John Deere Road construction zone.
	‘Sick of it!’: Local lawmakers join healthcare advocates on Davenport stop of bus tour Members of the Protect Our Care’s Care Force One stopped in Davenport Friday morning to bring awareness to the growing health care crisis.
	Bettendorf sets public workshop on future of I-80, Middle Road area The city is developing a master plan to guide future land use, transportation, infrastructure and development.
	Sun & Cloud Mix This Weekend Temperatures to stay well above normal through Sunday before cold front arrives Monday
	Gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn accepts rescheduled Iowa PBS date Iowa Gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn (R-Belle Plaine) has accepted a rescheduled Iowa PBS debate date of October 29 against his opponent Rob Sand (D- Decorah.)
	YWMC Quad Cities seeking winter clothing for youth at Alan's House The organization is collecting new or gently used winter clothing in boys’ and girls’ sizes medium, large and extra-large.
	Meet the candidates running for Scott County Recorder Incumbent Rita Vargas is not seeking re-election. Democrat Toby Paone and Republican Mike Wulf are vying for the open seat.
	Bettendorf hosting workshop on I-80, Middle Road area The City of Bettendorf and its planning consultant, IMEG, invite residents, business owners, property owners and others to help shape the future of the I-80/Middle Road area at a public workshop on Thursday, November 5, from 6-8 p.m. at Iron Tee, 6909 Iron Tee Way in Bettendorf. The doors will open at 5 p.m. so [...]
	New Augustana leader revels in coming home to campus Angela Snyder is the college’s first assistant vice president for impact learning, to connect every student with hands-on learning, career preparation and meaningful work in the community.
	Ridgewood Elementary debuts new inclusive playground The equipment is designed so students of all ability levels can enjoy it.
	How Liberterian U.S. Senate candidate Thomas Laehn said he would fight political corruption Libertarian Thomas Laehn said that he isn't running for Iowa's U.S. Senate seat to be a "spoiler" in the race.
	The Pentagon's guidelines for "responsible AI" aren't always followed, report shows The Pentagon is building weapons and projects with AI capabilities that officials say don't always closely adhere to the agency's own guidelines for AI, according to a congressional watchdog report published in October.
	4 Your Money \| Open Enrollment Medicare Open Enrollment started this month. John Nelson, Financial Planner at NelsonCorp Wealth Management, is here to break down the rising cost of Medicare premiums and highlight one of the most common mistakes people make during the open enrollment period.
	Illinois public universities reach highest enrollment level in over a decade Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Board of Higher Education say Illinois public universities have reached the highest enrollment level since 2015.
	Longtime St. Ambrose basketball coach Ray Shovlain retiring after 2026-27 season Shovlain has been with the program since 1983, with 749 career victories and 18 20-win seasons.
	Classes cancelled at Buffalo Elementary due to water issue Buffalo Elementary School cancelled classes Friday due to a disruption to water service at the building.
	Buffalo issues boil order The Buffalo Water Supply recommends that residents boil water before using for drinking or cooking or to use an alternative source, according to a news release from the Water Supply. The Water Supply experienced a main break that caused system-wide depressurization. Water should be boiled before using for drinking or cooking, due to the potential [...]
	One dead after Fort Madison crash involving motorcycle The crash took place Friday in the 5000 block of Avenue L in Fort Madison.
	Officials share circumstances of Lake Macbride drowning The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office has released its findings surrounding the incident at Lake Macbride that caused the deaths of a student and teacher.
	Illinois and Iowa Farmers Union members discuss the current farm economy Union members discussed the current state of the farm bill, farming's importance to the local economy, and what some members are calling a farm crisis.
	Cancer Support Community Iowa & NW Illinois at Gilda’s Club hosts free survivorship retreat Cancer Support Community Iowa and NW Illinois at Gilda’s Club (CSCIAIL) is hosting a free cancer survivorship retreat on Friday, November 6, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Gilda’s Club Davenport, 1351 W. Central Park Ave. Suite 200. This program is being offered in-person and registration is required. Call CSCIAIL at 563-326-7504, email gc@csciowaillinois.org [...]
	A D.C. park was made 'for the pleasure of the people.' Trump's plan would change that Trump's most recent rendering of East Potomac Park overtakes the D.C. peninsula with a sprawling golf course, without the grassy areas and road beloved by locals. That's prompted grassroots pushback.
	Buffalo Elementary's classes cancelled The elementary school closed early Friday morning due to a water disruption.
	Democrat Cindy Winckler and Republican Cynthia Mensendick face off for Davenport, Buffalo Senate District Democratic State Sen. Cindy Winckler is facing a challenge from Republican Cynthia Mensendick for Iowa Senate District 49.
	University of Northern Iowa President Mark Nook announces 2027 retirement University of Northern Iowa President Mark Nook has announced his upcoming retirement as the institution celebrates record-breaking fundraising and 150 years in existence.
	Venezuelan man sues ICE over detention in Muscatine County Jail A Venezuelan citizen held by U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement in the Muscatine County Jail for almost six months is taking the federal government to court over the matter.
	Dispose of old medication safely at Drug Take Back Day QCA residents can safely dispose of old medications at the next DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 24 between 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Drop off sites will be at police departments and sheriffs’ offices, including the Rock Island and Milan Police Departments. Click here to find locations. Unwanted medications can be [...]
	Baby girl is Iowa’s latest Save Haven infant Baby girl born in October declared Safe Haven
	Intersection reopens near buildings planned for demolition A downtown Muscatine intersection will partially reopen to traffic this week months after several historic buildings collapsed along Second Street.
	'Possible Love' offers four of the best performances you'll see all year Lee Chang-dong's novelistic drama tells the story of two very different couples who meet during the filming of a documentary.
	'Clayface' is underbaked body horror Like its protagonist, the film shoots out its goopy, mud-brown, protoplasmic feelers into the undiscovered territory of horror, but it does so too tentatively.
	District: Classes canceled Friday at Buffalo Elementary The district said it's due to a disruption to water service.
	Menopause The Musical is a hot time in Davenport Grab your portable fans and dress in layers as the international hit show Menopause The Musical comes to the Adler Theatre in Davenport for one performance on March 16. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by clicking here or at the Adler Theatre Box Office, 136 E. Third Street in Davenport. Groups [...]
	Driver cited after hitting Illinois state trooper’s squad car near Rock Falls An Iowa driver faces charges after crashing into an Illinois state trooper's squad car on Illinois 40 while violating the state's Move Over Law.
	Ex-FBI employees charged with lying to Congress over Hunter Biden inquiries Republicans have long accused the FBI of mishandling the laptop and the investigations into the younger Biden.
	Iowa special education worker fired over Charlie Kirk comments awarded $145K An Iowa special education worker is getting 145-thousand dollars after she was fired for online comments over Charlie Kirk’s death.
	Buffalo Elementary classes canceled Friday Classes for Buffalo Elementary students were canceled on Friday.
	Illinois State Police squad struck near Rock Falls There's been a Move Over Law -related crash involving an Illinois State Police (ISP) squad car on a QCA roadway. A news release from ISP said a trooper assigned to the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Bureau was conducting truck inspections with portable scales on IL-40 northbound just south of US-30 in Rock Falls on Oct. 22 [...]
	St. Ambrose Basketball Coach Ray Shovlain to retire after upcoming season St. Ambrose University announced on Friday their head men’s basketball coach is retiring.
	$120 million South Slope Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrade underway in Moline The renovation will replace outdated facilities, equipment and systems to improve wastewater services and protect the environment.
	Will a macaque eat a grape sitting on a pile of poo? A study on germaphobia When an outbreak strikes, humans try to avoid germs. (Remember wiping off groceries at the start of the pandemic?) What about ... monkeys?
	Davenport charter school lands $1.2M grant ahead of ribbon-cutting Davenport's Greater Oaks charter school lands up to $1.2M state grant as Iowa awards $8.5M to charter schools ahead of Oct. 27 ribbon-cutting event.
	Authorities investigating whether first Kenya and Nigeria Ebola cases crossed paths Nigeria this week recorded its first case of Ebola in the current outbreak, which has spread from the epicenter in Congo to several other African countries.
	Smith's Island to close temporarily to public access The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, has announced that Smith’s Island Recreation Area at Locks and Dam 14 in Pleasant Valley will be closed to public access Oct. 27-30. The closure is necessary to facilitate removal of invasive species and tree planting activities. For more information, call 309-794-4200, or email here.
	Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge high school winners announced Students from 22 high schools across western Illinois and eastern Iowa competed in a mock stock market challenge on Wednesday morning.
	Illinois voter guide 2026: Key races, deadlines and voting locations for the 2026 election Election Day is coming. We've put together a free voter guide to help you navigate the races and candidates on the ballot Nov. 3.
	Weekend kicks off breezy and warm Unseasonably warm weather shows no signs of taking a break across the Quad Cities. More dry weather is in the forecast as rain chances are delayed once again. Here's your full 7-day forecast.
	Coal Valley Fareway Meat & Grocery opens Wednesday The Fareway Meat & Grocery grand opening in Coal Valley is at 8 a.m. Wednesday.
	Candidates for Scott County Recorder promise integrity and protection of county records Democrat Toby Paone and Republican Mike Wulf are vying for Scott County Recorder.
	The Bugs that Built a Museum This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.The august members of the Davenport Academy of Natural Sciences who met in June of 1869 to vote on the membership of…
	Warm weekend ahead Temperatures to stay well above normal through Sunday before cold front arrives Monday
	Israel orders closure of West Bank after soldiers kill 2 men behind an alleged attack Israeli soldiers shot and killed two men who the military said had launched an attack near the city of Hebron in the occupied West Bank on Friday morning. At least five people were injured, including some critically.
	Hacking attempts rise after flaws found in program affecting 70 percent of websites Governments around the world are rushing to implement safety measures after AI technology found 'severe' vulnerabilities in a key programming language called PHP.
	After nearly 6 years, ex-Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi's son hears her voice Kim Aris tells NPR his mother sounds strong but is in pain. He says she is held at a residence in the capital.
	Amid Trump's assaults on DEI, how one university is elevating Black students As many colleges roll back or eliminate such programs, Sacramento State has expanded its offerings for students of color.
	Gen Z candidates in both parties aim to tackle high housing costs Young candidates who rent or live with parents say their generation is "in the thick" of the country's housing affordability crisis. They argue this gives them new energy to solve it for everyone.
	What if you gave yourself a day to cancel all the plans you dread? It's a day to think about all the upcoming appointments and commitments you're dreading — and then decline some of them. Writer Caroline Sylge shares a suggested schedule for the day.
	Europe's heat claims 50,000 lives. Climate change blamed for two-thirds of deaths Blistering record heat in Europe this summer helped kill more than 50,000 people, with nearly two-thirds of that death toll blamed on human-caused climate change, a new study found.

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