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Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
	The GOP has allowed Trump to expand his authority. Here's where they're pushing back Republicans in Congress have shown some willingness to push back on President Trump, but it is not clear how far they are willing to push back against the leader of their own party.
	A 101-year-old runs the largest nutcracker museum in the U.S. Here's a look inside Arlene Wagner has been collecting nutcrackers for nearly 50 years. Now, she's got one of the largest collections in the world, housed at the Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum in Washington.
	Should I warm up my car before driving in the winter? Is this practice necessary? Or even good for your car?
	The 25 Best Songs Of 2025 From the breakout Brooklyn band Geese to the Puerto Rican star and soon-to-be Super Bowl halftime performer Bad Bunny and dozens in between, NPR Music shares its picks for the best songs of 2025.
	Getting ready for Davenport's trap-neuter-release changes with a workshop A change to the animal control ordinance, which City Council will vote on Wednesday, could make it easier to trap, neuter and release feral cats.
	Getting ready for Davenport's Trap-Neuter-Return changes with a workshop A change to the animal control ordinance, which City Council will vote on Wednesday, could make it easier to trap, neuter and release feral cats.
	City of Rock Island considers water, sewer and stormwater rate increases The City of Rock Island is weighing a four-year increase to water, sewer, stormwater and refuse rates, citing system needs and rising costs.
	City of Rock Island considers water, sewer and stormwater rate increases Rock Island leaders are weighing 4-year increases to water, sewer, stormwater and refuse rates, citing system needs and rising costs.
	Honduras seeks arrest of ex-President Hernández after Trump pardon Honduras' attorney general said Monday that he had ordered Honduran authorities and asked Interpol to execute a 2023 arrest order for Juan Orlando Hernández, pardoned by U.S. President Donald Trump.
	‘The Christmas Pickle’ tradition: Does your family do it? Christmas pickles are a holiday tradition for many families — and one you might want to adopt, especially if you have kids.
Monday, December 8th, 2025
	New Iowa State football coach Jimmy Rogers aims to continue building winning legacy Jimmy Rogers admired Iowa State football from afar as Matt Campbell was leading the Cyclones through the best 10 years in program history, and he had designs on the coaching job long before it was open.
	Rock Island City Council moves forward with higher water, refuse rates Rock Island residents will likely see an increase in their water bill, with the city council approving the first reading of rate increases Monday evening.
	Rock Island leaders finalize changes to social services license ordinance Rock Island city leaders finalized several changes to the city’s social services license ordinance on Monday.
	Rock Island City Council amends social services ordinance Rock Island City Council amended the city's social services ordinance Monday night. One change will allow applicants to get a waiver that bypasses current requirements to provide social services if the applicant shows good cause. Another change removes the requirement that applicants for a social services license provide a copy of their bylaws to the [...]
	Rock Island City Council considers water, garbage pickup price increases Rock Island City Council approved the first reading of a proposal to raise water and garbage pickup rates at its regular meeting on Monday night. They're considering raising water bills by five and a half percent each year for the next four years and garbage bills by 12 percent total. At the meeting, city staff [...]
	Clinton County wind turbine ordinance first reading is approved On Monday morning the Clinton County Board of Supervisors held the first reading for the NextEra wind turbine farm project. The supervisors approved expanding the setback buffer for the homeowners who don't want the turbines near their house to three times the height of the turbine or 1,750 feet, whichever is greater. They also approved [...]
	Quad Cities Business Journal: Dave Herrell voted Most Influential Leader The Quad Cities Business Journal asked, and fellow Quad-City leaders answered. Visit Quad Cities president and CEO Dave Herrell was readers' choice for 2025's Most Influential Leader. Jennifer DeWitt sat down with Our Quad Cities News what went into Herrell being chosen for the honor. For more information, click here.
	Rock Island City Council passes amendments to social services licensing ordinance The amendments passed include having the Fire Marshal set the occupancy limit and allowing agencies to request waivers of requirements.
	3 below 0° days so far, more could be on the way this weekend So far we've had 3 days when the mercury dipped down below 0° in the Quad Cities this season. We could have a couple more this coming weekend. Bare minimum, an arctic front comes through Friday and lows Friday night and Saturday night will be near 0°, if not below...
	The Waiting Child: Volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters More than 200 kids in the area are on the waiting list for a ‘Big.’ Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley needs volunteers to spend time with them. Helping Big Brothers Big Sisters can be as easy as volunteering to be a 'Big' for a day. It might mean a night at an [...]
	Hungry Hobo opens drive-through near TBK Bank Sports Complex, Bettendorf According to a Facebook post, a Quad Cities favorite now has a drive-through near the TBK Bank Sports Complex, 4850 Competition Drive, Bettendorf. Hungry Hobo has announced it has opened a drive-through facility at 3459 Forest Grove Drive, Bettendorf, just west of the complex. The store will be open from 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. every day [...]
	Fulton baby home for holidays after life-saving heart transplant “She had cardiac arrest twice, had to be put on the ECMO life support machine emergently through her neck. And then we flew her to Chicago on the helicopter, Flight for Life, to DeLurie Children’s. And then it’s been a whirlwind ever since,” said Josies's dad.
	Knox County Humane Society disputes plan to return rescued animals to owner Several animals were rescued from a Maquon property that officials described as dangerous. Now, they could be returned to that same owner.
	Knox County Humane Society disputes plan to return rescued animals to owner Animals rescued from unsafe conditions may be returned to their owner unless a $1,300 vet bill is paid, the Knox County Humane Society says.
	Davenport snow removal priorities explained after heavy snowfall All cities have snow plans, and many Quad Cities area municipalities follow similar approaches to Davenport’s system.
	Find out what's next for Carver Corner, Muscatine, at city council meeting Reconstruction of the Hershey Avenue and Green Street connection between Mississippi Drive and Grandview Avenue will be one of four topics to be discussed during the Muscatine City Council’s monthly in-depth meeting scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, in the City Council Chambers at Muscatine City Hall, a news release says. Carver Corner Construction [...]
	Coroner: Without more beds there will be more cold-weather deaths Rock Island County Coroner Brian Gustafson is warning that people will die from the cold if more shelter beds for the homeless are not made available soon.
	Grief Encounter: “Hamnet,” “Jay Kelly,” “Merrily We Roll Along,” “Fackham Hall,” and “Five Nights at Freddy's 2” Although the film is anchored by a ferocious Jessie Buckley and a frequently moving Paul Mescal, it might be impossible, after seeing director/co-writer Chloé Zhao's Hamnet, to reflect on the movie without the face of its titular portrayer coming instantly to mind, and potentially making you well up all over again.
	New Quad Cities group creating safe space for women looking to get outdoors Fem Scouts QC is giving local women a safe space to get outside and learn about nature. Here's when their next monthly hike and gathering will be.
	Gas odorant leak prompts widespread smell complaints in Sterling, Rock Falls Construction crews are working on resolving a report of a natural gas smell in the Sterling, Rock Falls area.
	A shovel becomes a weapon; attempted copper theft: QC Crime Watch Episode 45 Watch crime reporters Linda Cook and Sharon Wren talk about crime in our area with the latest episode of the Our QC Crime Watch Podcast. In this episode, Linda and Sharon talk about a Davenport man arrested after police say he threatened his roommates and officers with a shovel, another Davenport man police say tried [...]
	Moline expands holiday support program as demand grows With more families struggling to afford groceries, the City of Moline is expanding its Meals for the Holidays program for the second time this season.
	When Christmas is a little too bright ... look to Krampus If Santa Claus is the good cop of Christmas, then Krampus is the bad one: a creature from European folklore who scares children into behaving themselves, complete with goat horns and gnashing teeth.
	New Quad Cities group creating safe space for women looking to get outdoors Fem Scouts QC is giving local women a safe space to get outside and learn about nature. Here's when their next monthly hike and gathering will be.
	Tapestry Farms announces new holiday gift offerings, subscriptions Tapestry Farms said each gift is made or grown by refugee employees in the Quad Cities, and all the purchases will help support the organization's programming.
	Moline Kiwanis to donate over $2K to local organizations The club announced it would donate $2,109 to groups focused on serving kids, families and community needs with the Porky Pig Fund, according to a media release.
	Pet of the Week: 4-month-old kitten Maggie available at QCAWC If you would like to adopt Maggie or any other animal, the Quad City Animal Welfare Center is open 12 to 5 p.m., closed on Tuesdays and Sundays.
	Goo Goo Dolls announced as final grandstand act for Mississippi Valley Fair 2026 Goo Goo Dolls will hit the stage with Neon Trees on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026, at the fairgrounds in Davenport.
	Syria marks a year since Assad fled, but struggles to heal Syria is struggling to heal a year after the Assad dynasty's repressive 50-year reign came to an end following 14 years of civil war that left the country battered and divided.
	Moline police arrest alleged tip jar thief Moline police arrested a 22-year-old over the weekend who is accused of pepper-spraying an employee of China Inn and stealing the restaurant's tip jar.
	Former Trump attorney Alina Habba resigns as top federal prosecutor in New Jersey Habba's decision comes as the Justice Department has lost a string of court cases ruling that U.S. attorneys have not been appointed legally, including in Nevada, California and Virginia.
	Sterling, Rock Falls construction crews work to fix natural gas smell Construction crews are working on resolving a report of a natural gas smell in the Sterling, Rock Falls area.
	Police: Man cuts 2 people, says people tried to kill, ‘roofie’ him A man was arrested after police say he cut two people Sunday night.
	Rock Island City Hall reopens after heating problems Crews restored heat to city hall and the building reopened, a city officials said.
	New Hungry Hobo location open for business A new destination to eat near the TBK Bank Sports Complex is now open for business.
	Moline to provide second round of holiday meal support for residents Moline will host a second Meals for the Holidays event on Dec. 13, offering $220 Fareway gift cards to income-qualified households based on HUD income limits.
	Don’t Kill the Dandelion Messenger The Fertilizer Institutes Heralding MAHA's Second Report Brings Attention to Biostimulants That Grateful Graze and Soil Saviors Also AdvocateWhat if the ubiquitous dandelion plant was not a weed to be destroyed as a pest to the soil it emerges in, but rather a natural, resilient and restorative plant with many soil and human health benefits? What if the dandelion is an abundant plant we should embrace as a soil health monitor and recovery system? What if the dandelion was only one example of many natural or chemical free practices few land owners use to maintain healthy soil?
	Rock Island Arsenal holding Wreaths Across America ceremony The Rock Island National Cemetery will take part in the national Wreaths Across America program with a remembrance ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 13, at 11 a.m. at the Cemetery flagpole. Vetting will take place at the gate and will not require obtaining a visitor's pass to access the cemetery. Lt. Gen. Mark Landes, commander of [...]
	Moline man arrested; accused of stealing tip jar, assaulting employee A man from Moline is in the Rock Island County Jail after police say he sprayed a restaurant employee with a substance and took a tip jar. A news release from the Moline Police Department said officers responded to China Inn, in the 3600 block of Avenue of the Cities, for a report of a [...]
	Moline man charged after robbery at China Inn A Moline man is charged with armed robbery after police say he pepper-sprayed a clerk and stole a tip jar during a robbery at China Inn on Saturday.
	Police: Man pepper sprays employee, steals tip jar after his cards were declined Moline police arrested 22-year-old Shaheem McKnight in connection with the incident, according to a news release.
	Rock Island City Hall closed temporarily due to heating issue The City said it is evaluating whether or not to cancel Monday night's city council meeting.
	Deere rings New York Stock Exchange Opening Bell John Deere representatives made a trip to New York City to be part of a daily tradition on Wall Street. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer John May and Chief Development Officer Chris Taylor rang the opening bell to celebrate its customers and investments in American manufacturing.
	Norlin Mommsen to run for reelection to Iowa House District 70 Mommsen represents House District 70, which covers parts of Clinton, Jackson and Scott counties, including DeWitt, Maquoketa and Princeton.
	Trump administration announcing $12 billion in one-time payments to farmers Trump administration announcing $12 billion in one-time payments to farmers
	Trump administration announces $12 billion in one-time payments to farmers The payments are targeted at row crop farmers in the wake of this year's tariff hikes.
	Moline to offer second round of gift cards through Meals for the Holidays program The event will take place on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 8-11 a.m. at the Moline City Services Center at 1830 Sixth Ave., Moline.
	Cold closes Rock Island City Hall City Hall is closed Monday after problems with the boiler left the building without heat.
	Strong gas smell in Sterling traced to leaking tank, officials say Sterling officials say construction crews are working on a mercaptan leak at an old gas substation, causing a strong odor in the area. The odor is not hazardous.
	Tapestry Farms to sell specially made gifts for holidays Tapestry Farms is celebrating the season of giving with the launch of its expanded product line, featuring handmade baklava, fresh flower arrangements, and locally grown vegetables.
	Rock Island City Hall temporarily closed Rock Island City Hall is closed until further notice due to a heating issue in the building, according to a news release from the city. Technicians are currently on site working on the boiler system, but it is unknown how long it will take for the building to regain heat. City Manager Todd Thompson [...]
	Maureen Corrigan's 10 favorite books of 2025 — with plenty for nonfiction lovers Fresh Air's book critic says her picks tilt a bit to nonfiction, but the novels that made the cut redress the imbalance by their sweep and intensity. Karen Russell's The Antidote was her favorite.
	FBI agents sue after being fired for kneeling during racial justice protest The FBI agents kneeled during a protest in 2020 not to reflect a left-wing political view, but to de-escalate a volatile situation, they say in court papers. The FBI fired them in September.
	Alison Krauss, Union Station playing Adler Theatre in September The wildly successful Alison Krauss & Union Station Featuring Jerry Douglas Arcadia Tour makes a stop at the Adler Theatre on Friday, September 11th. The Adler is located at 136 E. Third Street in Davenport. Artist Presales for all Arcadia 2026 Tour headline dates start on Tuesday, December 9 at 10 a.m. Local Presales start [...]
	‘Grinch in real life’: Moline police poke fun at porch pirate Moline police are searching for a porch pirate who they say is a “Grinch in real life.”
	Camanche experiences water main leak A post on Camanche's Facebook page says there is a water main leak in the 1100 block of Rosehill Avenue. Repairs will begin as soon as the contractor is available. Residents in the immediate area may experience lower water pressure during the repairs. Drivers are asked to avoid the area while crews work, as ice [...]
	Ron White playing Rhythm City Casio in April Comedian Ron “Tater Salad” White is coming to Rhythm City Casino on April 25 at 9 p.m. There will be an artist presale on December 8 at 12 p.m., a venue presale starting on December 9 at 10 a.m. and general ticket sales on December 10 at 10 a.m. Tickets may be bought online here [...]
	Not so fast, Netflix. Paramount launches hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery Paramount has launched a hostile bid for the company that's home to Casablanca, Batman and CNN. Just Friday, Netflix and Warner Brothers executives were celebrating a deal they had struck.
	Iowa State introduces new head football coach Jimmy Rogers will be introduced as Iowa State’s new head football coach Monday morning.
	Moline distributing Fareway vouchers for holiday meals Moline is helping residents in need with its Meals for the Holidays Program. Strong community demand and ongoing needs led to this second distribution. The city is working with Fareway Meat & Grocery for the giveaway on Saturday, December 13 from 8 – 11 a.m. at the Moline City Services Center, 1830 Sixth Avenue. Vouchers [...]
	Holiday hazards: The most common pet emergencies — and how to avoid them This time of year brings a perfect storm of cold weather, holiday decorations and extra food around the house, and pet experts say all of that can lead to problems if owners are not careful.
	China's trade surplus hits $1 trillion for first time ever China's exports to the U.S. have dropped sharply this year, in the face of President Trump's tariffs — but the country is still finding plenty of customers elsewhere around the world.
	Snowy, cold start to December with more to come We're only eight days into December and we've already had three nights with below zero overnight lows. In the Quad Cities, we beat all of last winter's total with just one snowstorm at the end of November and we added more this past weekend. Here's your 7-day forecast.
	INTERVIEW: Step back in time for Lucia Nights in Bishop Hill Bishop Hill is keeping its Swedish heritage alive with its next holiday event, Lucia Nights. Todd DeDecker from the Bishop Hill Heritage Association shares what festive activities families will enjoy.
	Mississippi Valley Fair reveals final headliner The Goo Goo Dolls with Neon Trees will hit the fair stage on Aug. 8, according to a Facebook post.
	Escape into Reading with East Moline Public Library challenge At noon Saturday, December 13, the East Moline Public Library invites the public to a Winter Reading Kick Off event, a news release says. The whole family is invited to stop by the library for fun activities to kick off the start of thelibrary’s Winter Reading Challenge. This year’s theme is “Escape into Reading.” The [...]
	ICEBlock app sues Trump administration for censorship and 'unlawful threats' The app lets people anonymously share the locations of immigration agents but Apple removed it from its app store under pressure from the Trump administration. Now, the app's developer is suing.
	Mississippi Valley Fair reveals final 2026 grandstand act The Mississippi Valley Fair has added Goo Goo Dolls with Neon Trees to its 2026 grandstand lineup, completing next summer’s concert schedule.
	Goo Goo Dolls playing Mississippi Valley Fair 2026 The Mississippi Valley Fair has announced the final act for the 2026 fair. The Goo Goo Dolls and Neon Trees will take the stage on Saturday, August 8. Single day tickets go on sale on Friday, December 12 at 10 a.m. Click here to buy tickets or Fun Cards. The 2026 Mississippi Valley Fair runs [...]
	Fulton Police thank community after toy drive collects thousands in donations Fulton Police say their annual toy drive collected toys and a $3,081 check for the Fulton Fire Department Sparkettes thanks to community support.
	Here are the 2026 Golden Globe nominations Marlon Wayans and Skye P. Marshall presented the nominees for the 83rd Golden Globes this morning. The awards ceremony will be held on Jan. 11, hosted by Nikki Glaser.
	Muscatine churches open doors for holiday tours supporting Habitat for Humanity Six Muscatine churches held a Christmas tour Sunday, drawing residents to explore historic buildings while raising money for Habitat for Humanity
	Quad-Cities business news: UnityPoint Health announce new officer and vice president; Bobera wins Balint Orban Award UnityPoint Health announced new leadership for oncology and a Quad-Cities periodontist won the Balint Orban Award from the American Academy of Periodontology.
	START THE WEEK OFF RIGHT: Is it cold, flu or RSV? Scratchy throat, congestion, a cough, the shivers ... winter blows in a flurry of respiratory illness to make us miserable.
	Gretchen at Work: Sorting produce at the River Bend Food Bank Follow reporter Gretchen Teske as she volunteers at the River Bend Food Bank.
	Rock Island and Henry County real estate transactions for Dec. 7, 2025 Here are homes sales and property sales in Rock Island County and Henry County.
	The St. Charles Hotel This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Domingo Sarmiento, the Argentine exile traveling down the Mississippi River by steamboat in 1847, had been impressed by…
	After Texas ruling, Trump and Republicans head to 2026 with a redistricting edge Trump has prompted a redistricting race as he tries to maintain Republican control of the House in the 2026 elections. Democrats have fewer options to counter, as the battle heads into next year.
	How China, not the U.S., became the main climate solution story in 2025 The U.S. has become a "side character" in the global story of renewable energy, experts say. China dominates the sector, with positive implications for the climate and their economy.
	Zelenskyy heads to London for more Ukraine peace talks. Here's what to know The talks signal fresh support from European allies. But they follow stalled U.S. negotiations in Miami and comments from President Trump's son suggesting Washington is ready to pull back.
	Does one drink make you dizzy? Why alcohol hits us harder as we age For many people, the holidays mean more parties and more occasions to drink. But if you've noticed that one cocktail hits you harder than it used to, there's a scientific reason to explain it.
	Bibbidi-Bobbidi Boon: “Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella,” at the Spotlight Theatre through December 14 The Spotlight Theatre’s current offering is the 2013 Cinderella, which has all the memorable songs and just the right amount of appealing humor. And I thoroughly enjoyed Friday’s opening-night performance, with director Sarah Greim, music director Christine Rogers, and choreographer Michelle Kabel wrangling a large, talented cast with terrific voices, and the show's crew contributing to the magic.
	Blue Line Burn: Attacks on SAFE-T Act’s Efficacy Merely More Baby-with-the-Bathwater Rhetoric In the days after the horrific burning of a woman on a CTA train, allegedly by a clearly deranged habitual criminal suspect last month, some in the news media immediately focused on their go-to issue: The Safety, Accountability, Fairness, and Equity-Today, or SAFE-T Act. “Illinois leaders blast SAFE-T Act after repeat offender charged with lighting woman on fire on CTA Blue Line,” reported WGN, as just one example. Former Cook County and federal prosecutor Bob Milan told the station: “The SAFE-T Act forces state attorneys to file petitions instead of just giving judges the discretion [to detain arrested suspects].”
	I’ve Got 99 Problems, but a Grinch Ain’t One!: “Who's Holiday,” at the Circa '21 Speakeasy through December 19 M: It was an unmitigated pleasure to watch Sydney Richardson portray this part. She exuded the perfect mix of Midwestern charm and knowing experience to make it really come to life.Kitty: Oh, absolutely. This show’s brisk run time of just over an hour could easily feel much longer if the script slipped into a singsong lull. But Richardson handles the verse like a pro.
	Supreme Court to hear case that could vastly expand presidential powers The Supreme Court hears arguments in a case about President Trump's firing of a Federal Trade Commissioner. At stake is a 90-year precedent limiting the president's power over independent agencies.
	Kinna’s House of Love hosting benefit for women’s shelter this Friday Argrow’s cafe in Davenport will be hosting the Rise Women of Vigor All White Gala Friday from 5pm-8pm.
	Davenport Police Association holds 23rd annual toy drive for area families The association collected new toys to benefit children served by Family Resources. Monetary donations were also accepted, organizers said.
Sunday, December 7th, 2025
	Davenport man charged after stealing bikes worth over $1K, police say He is in the Scott County Jail on a $10,000 bond, according to the jail’s, website.
	Tributes, not politics, play center stage as Trump hosts the Kennedy Center Honors President Trump said he was closely involved with picking the honorees, and on Sunday he became the first president to host the Kennedy Center awards ceremony.
	BNSF urges Federal Government to re-evaluate 1996 Railroad Merger A major railroad wants the federal government to revisit a 1996 merger between Union and Southern Pacific which BNSF says gave it rights meant to protect competition

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