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Tuesday, October 20th, 2026
	Iowa seniors voice fears over Social Security’s future ahead of midterms Democratic congressional candidate Sarah Trone Garriott says she wants to overhaul the country’s Social Security program if elected. She heard from senior voters about their fears for the future of their retirement at a roundtable Tuesday.
	Muscatine nonprofit Crossroads provides support for workers with disabilities October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, raising awareness of having more inclusive work environments for all people.
	Davenport man sentenced to 20 years in sex abuse case The man was sentenced in Scott County District Court after pleading guilty to two counts of Class C felony lascivious acts with a child.
	Muscatine invites residents to comment on Connect Isett Project The City of Muscatine invites residents, business owners, and travelers who use the Isett Avenue corridor to a public open house on Thursday, Oct. 22, to provide feedback on preliminary design concepts for the Connect Isett Project, according to a news release. The open house will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Musser Public [...]
	'Night of the Living Windows' will creep into downtown Burlington "Night of the Living Windows" will come to life in downtown Burlington from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22. A "Thriller" dance will be held at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. in front of the Capitol Theater. Free horse & trolley rides will be featured. After the event, there will be a scary movie for grownups at [...]
	4 people honored for saving the life of fellow passenger at Quad Cities International Airport On Aug. 14, a United flight was about to depart when a passenger began having a severe medical emergency.
	Enjoy spooky family fun at Fright Night in the Park Bring out the whole family to Schwiebert Riverfront Park for a free evening of ghoulishly good fun! Lauren Coyne and Brent Watkins joined Our Quad Cities News with all the details on Fright Night in the Park. For more information, click here.
	3 children, 1 adult rescued from fire in Moline Other occupants of the residence were able to evacuate safely on their own.
	Family of Iowa woman deported to Sierra Leone calling on government to return her home Fatou Traore was deported on Oct. 13 despite an order of protection, and she was sent to a country she's never even been to.
	Best ways to dispose of Halloween pumpkins The U of Illinois Extension says that in landfills, decomposing pumpkins emit methane, a greenhouse gas. Here's how you can recycle your holiday gourds!
	Freight House Farmers Market warns vendors of Fall Festival scam email Freight House Farmers Market is warning vendors that an email asking them to pay for a Fall Harvest Festival spot is a scam.
	Moline providing food gift cards to residents in need under Meals for the Holidays program The giveaway will take place on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 8 to 11 a.m. at the City Services Center in Moline.
	Meet the candidates running for Iowa House District 69 Incumbent Republican Tom Determann and Democrat Randy Meier, a retired Clinton Police Department detective commander, are vying for the House District 69 seat. The district covers eastern Clinton County.
	LivWell CARES preparing to deliver 1,000 meals to low-income seniors LivWell CARES is also seeking volunteer drivers to deliver the meals throughout the Scott County community.
	Davenport man’s guilty plea cuts possible 91-year sentence to 35 years in sexual-abuse cases A Davenport man has pleaded guilty in two sexual-abuse cases, cutting his possible 91-year prison sentence down to 35 years.
	Louisa Co. drivers asked to avoid U.S. 92 at Co. Road W66 for crash, road reopened The road reopened around 3 p.m.
	Man accused of using hypnosis to entice minors sentenced to prison Court records detail how a Blue Grass man attempted to hypnotize two boys. He now faces four years in prison.
	Third Place QC in need of backpack donations The Third Place QC has run out of backpacks and is asking for the community's help.
	Nigeria confirms an Ebola case in Abuja as a woman arriving from Uganda tests positive Nigeria is the latest country to report an Ebola case as the outbreak spreads across the region. Kenya confirmed its first case earlier this month and has since recorded nine infections.
	Davenport mom arrested after allegedly crashing car while drunk with child in backseat A Davenport mom was arrested on Monday after allegedly crashing her car into a telephone pole while drunk with her child in the backseat and then walking away from the scene.
	Traffic Alert: Louisa Co. drivers asked to avoid U.S. 92 at Co. Road W66 for crash Drivers are being asked to avoid Highway 92 at County Road W66 for a crash around 1:40 p.m., according to a Facebook post.
	Cooper Alan, Thomas Mac playing Rhythm City Casino Cooper Alan and Thomas Mac are coming to the Event Center at Rhythm City Casino, 7077 Elmore Avenue in Davenport, on Saturday, April 17, 2027 at 8 p.m. Tickets will be available online or at The Market at Rhythm City. There will be a presale starting on October 22 at 10 a.m. and general ticket [...]
	FBI investigates ‘suspicious envelope’ delivered to Eric Sorensen’s Rockford office The FBI investigates a suspicious envelope sent to Congressman Eric Sorensen’s office Monday.
	USDA argues in court it isn’t required to crack down on Iowa puppy mills USDA lawyers argue in court the agency isn't required to enforce the Animal Welfare Act, weeks after vowing to crack down on puppy mills.
	The Phoenix, Davenport, to close its doors A Davenport restaurant that has served Quad City diners for well over a decade is closing its doors. A post on The Phoenix Davenport’s Facebook page this morning announced the decision to close the restaurant. “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closing of The Phoenix. After 16.5 wonderful years, we are incredibly [...]
	As Iowa harvest picks up, state officials urge farmers to vote early Iowa's corn and soybean harvest is running 20 points behind average, and officials are urging busy farmers to fit in an early vote before Nov. 3.
	Programming Note: 6 p.m. news to stream on KWQC+ The 6 p.m. newscast will be streamed on KWQC+ Tuesday due to the NBA season tip-off.
	2026 Toys for Tots season getting underway in the Quad Cities metro The first round of verification will be held Oct. 24 and Oct. 25 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
	LivWell CARES offers holiday meals for low-income seniors LivWell CARES is making sure low-income seniors in Scott County have holiday meals at Thanksgiving and Christmas. The nonprofit is preparing to deliver 1,000 meals to low-income seniors in Scott County this holiday season and says seniors who need a holiday meal should register now. The annual program provides free, hot holiday meals to older [...]
	Two Rivers United Methodist Church using real-time translation devices during worship Two Rivers United Methodist Church in Rock Island has begun using new real‑time translation devices to make worship more accessible for multilingual and immigrant congregation members. The devices allow worshippers to hear services in their preferred language, beginning with Swahili and expanding as needed. The devices are worn over listeners’ ears. A computer program listens [...]
	Training program for students with disabilities launches at 3rd Trinity location A workforce training program for students with disabilities is launching at a third UnityPoint Health - Trinity location in the QCA.
	The Phoenix Restaurant closing in Davenport The restaurant announced it will close after over 16 years of business.
	Fire breaks out in Moline's Old Towne neighborhood News 8 is on the scene as we work to gather more information.
	No-party voters to decide high-stakes midterms, political expert says A political expert says no-party voters play a major role in who wins the midterm elections.
	Downtown Davenport Phoenix restaurant to close after 16 years "It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closing of The Phoenix," the restaurant said on Facebook.
	Rail crossing repairs to close part of 4th Avenue in Rock Island Rock Island crews will begin railroad crossing repairs at 44th Street and 4th Avenue this weekend.
	Vanessa Kerry is the new WHO envoy for health resilience. What's on her to-do list? A respected figure in the world of global health, Dr. Kerry takes on a new responsibility. She says it's challenging but not "daunting."
	Rock Island railroad crossing work leads to detour A repair at a railroad crossing means a detour for drivers in Rock Island starting this Friday, according to a news release from the city. A detour will be set up between 44th Street and 46th Street along 5th Avenue starting on Friday, Oct. 23 for a railroad crossing repair at 44th Street and 4th [...]
	Iowa's newest Safe Haven Baby Box officially opens in the Quad Cities' area The boxes allow parents to surrender custody of an infant anonymously. MercyOne box in Davenport is the fifth in Iowa. Illinois residents can use the baby box.
	Portion of 7th Street closed after fire breaks out at Moline apartment A fire broke out at a Moline apartment Tuesday morning.
	Crews responding to Moline structure fire Our Quad Cities News is on the scene of a structure fire in the area of 7th Street and 18th Avenue in Moline. Smoke from the fire could be seen from the Bettendorf Sky Cam.
	Meet the candidates running for Iowa Attorney General DES MOINES, Iowa — Attorney General Brenna Bird is the first Republican to serve in that office since 1979 and she is defending her seat this November against Democratic challenger Nate Willems. Both candidates running for Iowa's top law enforcement position say they're the best candidate for the job. While Willems says it's time for [...]
	Ameren offers $10M in energy bill assistance Funding available for customers in Illinois and Missouri ahead of colder weather.
	High diesel prices squeeze Iowa farmers during harvest Record fuel costs add to years of declining farm income
	Iowa Cold Case Unit receives funding for advanced DNA testing State officials say this could finally bring answers to families awaiting justice in Iowa’s cold cases.
	Downtown Davenport restaurant to close after 16 years The Phoenix Restaurant & Martini Bar announced it will be closing after 16.5 years.
	Here’s what you need to know ahead of Tuesday’s 1st Congressional District Debate Today is the big day! Christina Bohannan and Mariannette Miller-Meeks will face-off in a live debate starting at 7 p.m.
	Eastern Iowa Community Colleges cuts ribbon on renovated Gaekle Hall Eastern Iowa Community Colleges Muscatine Campus held a ribbon cutting Tuesday for the newly renovated Gaekle Hall.
	'Brother of the More Famous Jack' finds its way to a new generation of readers It is hard not to fall in love with Katherine Browne, the eager to please, mini-skirted narrator in Barbara Trapido's 40-plus-year-old debut novel, reissued this month.
	Fundraising campaign aims to bring Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library back to Rock Island County The Rock Island Public Library Foundation has launched a fundraising campaign to raise $36,205 to bring Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library back to Rock Island County, providing free monthly books to nearly 8,500 children.
	Muscatine Community College unveils $2.2 million renovation of Gaekle Hall Agriculture students at MCC once traveled between buildings for classes. Now, a renovated Gaekle Hall gives them a central space to learn and collaborate.
	Genesius Guild will hold 'Spooky Shakespeare' fundraising performance The Genesius Guild will turn Halloween into a fundraising event and performance at the Hauberg Estate, Rock Island, on Friday, Oct. 23, along with having some fun with the spooky side of Shakespeare, a news release says. The event is free, but the guild hold will solicit donations and hold a silent auction to support the [...]
	Witches' Walk and Costume Contest will haunt LeClaire The annual Witches' Walk and Costume Contest will be 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, in LeClaire, according to a news release. Here’s what’s brewing: Well-behaved furry friends on leashes are welcome to join the fun in costume, but they won't be judged separately.
	New exhibition at Sandburg, Galesburg, features artworks by Bishop Hill artist The latest art show at Sandburg features works by award-winning local artist Katrina Morrison. Morrison’s “Politics of Intention” is up in the Sandburg art gallery on the Galesburg campus through Dec. 8. An opening reception, free and open to the public, will be from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 23. Regular gallery hours are 8 a.m.-6 p.m. [...]
	Visit Quad Cities to host annual Destination QC! Event on Oct. 29 The event is free and open to all, allowing attendees to connect and network with fellow community members, exchange ideas, and more.
	Democrat Tom Wieck challenging incumbent Kerry Gruenhagen in Senate district 41 race A farmer and a retired businessman are on the ballot for the District 41 senate seat in Iowa.
	Warm days and cool nights I hope you're loving the weather because no big changes are expected. Dry weather is going to stick around this week. Here's your full 7-day forecast.
	Clinton Community College begins search for new president as Brian Kelly prepares to leave After six years leading Clinton Community College, Brian Kelly is stepping down. College officials are developing a transition plan and preparing to find his successor.
	Davis acquires two-building ORA Orthopedics portfolio in the Quad Cities The approximately $19 Million acquisition expands Davis’ footprint in both Iowa and Illinois.
	Quad Cities Leadership Academy returns in January 2027 Nine-month program will equip new and mid-level managers with practical leadership skills, community connections and hands-on experience.
	Davenport man reaches plea deal in sexual abuse cases, reducing prison exposure from 91 to 35 years Two sexual abuse cases, three felony convictions and a plea deal that reduces potential prison time by 56 years. A Scott County man awaits sentencing.
	What if an AI bubble bursts — and that accelerates AI job losses? Research on past recessions suggests downturns can accelerate automation. That raises the specter of a double whammy for workers.
	Captain Stubbs This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Henry David Thoreau advised the readers of Walden to be tolerant of those who live outside the norm. "Perhaps they hear…
	TikTok staff raised child safety alarms. Court records show executives failed to act The warnings surfaced in a trove of unreported court records. "I have been fighting about fixing this for months with people who didn't think the harms are severe enough," wrote one executive.
	Why are some food prices up and others down? Here are the stories of 5 items Here's what's behind the fluctuating costs of everyday grocery items such as ground beef, eggs and chocolate chip cookies.
	COMIC: Backpacking teaches artist lessons in patience, trust and friendship Comic artist Dabin Han shares how backpacking as a novice has helped her push through discomfort and allowed her to make new friends across the country.
	Rays will face Brewers in World Series to produce a first-time champion The Rays will face the NL champion Milwaukee Brewers in the first matchup in which both teams are seeking their first World Series title since 1980.
	Alberta voters reject a move toward independence in referendum backing Canadian unity Voters in Canada's oil-rich province of Alberta have rejected a proposal to begin a process toward independence, results showed early Tuesday, delivering a victory for supporters of Canadian unity.
Monday, October 19th, 2026
	Former Hawkeye Joe Conklin shares analysis on Iowa vs Minnesota Former Iowa defensive back and Assumption graduate Joe Conklin shared his analysis on Iowa vs Minnesota.
	Newly released winter outlook favors milder winter as super El Nino builds Breaking down the 2026-2027 NOAA Winter Weather Outlook, and what it means for the QCA.
	Sterling City Council approves Northland Mall incentives By allowing the mall owner to be reimbursed for portions of development, the city manager hopes he can give the mall a boost.
	Galesburg to seek additional PFAS contamination settlements In 2021, the city joined a class action against companies the city said contributed to elevated PFAS levels in the Oquakwa wells.
	Galesburg approves funding for future National Railroad Hall of Fame The city pledged $1 million for the project, as long as the museum came up with $6 million from other pledges.
	Davenport's Phoenix Restaurant to close Restaurant officials said in a Facebook comment that "they shut us down tonight" but did not provide any more details.
	Federal grant investing into Iowa rail infrastructure The funding could be a major win for the effort to establish passenger rail between Chicago and the Quad Cities.
	3 Rock Island County fire protection districts to work together under single name Each district will remain autonomous with separate boards and local control over collected tax dollars. Response, training and planning will be done as a team.
	Galesburg to seek additional class action settlements surrounding PFAS contamination In 2021, the city joined a class action against companies the city said contributed to elevated PFAS levels in the Oquakwa wells.
	Sterling City Council approves incentive to attract more tenants to Northland Mall By allowing the mall owner to be reimbursed for portions of development, the city manager hopes he can give the mall a boost.
	New traffic lights outside Vibrant Center designed for driver, pedestrian safety There are new traffic lights in Moline on River Drive and 12th Street, right outside the Vibrant Arena. The lights are designed to make it safer for drivers and pedestrians. But they're not live yet. The city says the signals must first be connected to the railroad's system. There's no timeline yet for activation, but [...]
	Meet the Democrat who wants to be Iowa’s next governor Rob Sand is trying to become the first Democrat elected governor of Iowa in 20 years.
	Government Bridge will be closed part of Saturday The Government Bridge will be closed to vehicles and pedestrians on Saturday, Oct. 24. The closure will last from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. while crews clean the underside of the bridge and the rail deck. Signage will direct traffic during the closure.
	Skip-A-Long's new Rock Island campus opens next week Skip-A-Long's new Rock Island campus opens next week, nearly a year after breaking ground. The new campus on Rock Island's 11th Street adds child-care space and brings in a first-of-its-kind partnership with Friendship Manor. The inter-generational program supports child development and cuts down on isolation time for seniors. Families can tour the campus and begin [...]
	Historic Velie Mansion listed for sale by Quad City Bank & Trust Quad City Bank & Trust is selling the historic Velie Mansion in Moline, hoping to find a buyer who will preserve the 115-year-old landmark's history.
	3 Rock Island County fire protection districts to work together as South Rock Fire Each district will remain autonomous with separate boards and local control over collected tax dollars. Response, training and planning will be done as a team.
	Epilepsy Advocacy Network provides resources, plans fundraiser One in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime, and one 1 in 10 people will have a seizure. November is just around the corner, and that is Epilepsy Awareness Month. Carrie Jones and Kim Gregg joined Our Quad Cities News to help create awareness about epilepsy and also to talk about an upcoming [...]
	Iowa loses 10,000 acres of public hunting access ahead of pheasant season Fewer farmers and landowners are signing up for the Iowa Habitat & Access Program, which provides the hunting land. Here's how Iowa is trying to turn that around.
	ImpactLife plans blood drives for rest of October ImpactLife will partner with local blood donors and drive hosts for community blood drives during the final two weeks of October: For information on eligibility for blood donation or to schedule an appointment, call 800-747-5401, book online here, or via the ImpactLife mobile app here.
	Crossroads Cultural Connections will bring concerts to Bishop Hill Creative Commons Crossroads Cultural Connections will bring two concerts to Bishop Hill Creative Commons. David Rosales & His Band of Scoundrels David Rosales & His Band of Scoundrels, with opening band J. Killen, will perform on Wednesday, Oct. 21. Rooted in Americana and sun-soaked California soul, Los Angeles native Rosales delivers a guitar-driven sound that evokes the [...]
	LeClaire considers major changes to 2 intersections near Buffalo Bill Museum Two busy intersections near the Buffalo Bill Museum in LeClaire could see some big changes.
	Davenport fundraiser raising money for local pancreatic cancer patients You're invited to the annual fundraiser in memory of Dr. Brent Ohl on Saturday, Oct. 24. The money will go towards helping local pancreatic cancer patients.
	Rob Sand discusses farm economy, water in visit to Wheatland With the election two weeks away, Democratic candidate for governor Rob Sand took a stop in Wheatland to speak about conservation.
	More and more fall color showing up around Quad Cities this week It's that time of year - leaves are changing colors and looking pretty good around the Quad Cities. According to explorefall.com our fall color is now in the moderate color range around this part of the Midwest. We'll be close to our peak color in the next couple weeks!
	Gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand withdraws from Iowa PBS debate Iowa Democratic candidate Rob Sand has withdrawn from Wednesday’s Iowa PBS debate.
	Davenport’s The River’s Edge reopens after month-long mold closure After being closed for over a month due to mold, Davenport’s The River’s Edge ice skating rink is back open just in time for winter.
	Iowa farmers emerge as key voting bloc in Senate race Iowa candidates are making a final push to reach farmers with two weeks remaining until the midterm elections.
	Davenport teen accused of using handgun in alleged robbery during sale Davenport teen faces a first-degree robbery charge after police say he used a handgun during an alleged attempted theft from its seller.
	Iowa revokes the license of fired nursing home worker over drug issues State regulators have revoked the license of a nurse who allegedly confessed to a drug addiction.
	Moline police seeking more information in Jerry Wolking's cold case disappearance Wolking was last seen arriving at his home in Moline on Oct. 18, 1990. Four days later, his truck was found at the QCIA with blood and damage to the front end.
	DOJ charges 28 in California with voting crimes as election tensions escalate The DOJ also filed an emergency request in federal court to stop California from processing ballots returned by people on the voter rolls the federal government says are "likely noncitizens."
	Two candidates, one role: Iowa taxpayer watchdog Cournoyer and Wettach discuss the auditors authority, school voucher program and top goals for the office

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