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Sunday, August 16th, 2026
	Fresh Films debuts its first Quad Cities feature film at Alternating Currents Fresh Films debuted its first Quad Cities-made feature film during Alternating Currents, showcasing a production built with help from the local community.
	Muscatine police still looking for man accused of shooting officer Muscatine police are still looking for a man accused of shooting an officer, officials said during a press conference Sunday night.
	Quad Cities firefighters train for heavy vehicle rescues Quad Cities firefighters spent the weekend training for emergencies involving large vehicles, focusing on stabilization, rescue planning and specialized equipment.
	Fresh films debuts locally made feature film at Last Picture House During Alternating Currents four-day festival, Fresh Films debuted its locally created feature film at the Last Picture House in Davenport.
	Pritzker tours storm damage, signs flood relief bill expanding local Chicago programs Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill on Friday that allows more Chicago homeowners to access financial relief for flood damage locally while many communities in the state cleaned up from damaging storms.
	Gas leak reported on Olivia Drive in Geneseo; repairs expected to take several hours Nicor Gas crews are working to repair a gas leak on Olivia Drive in Geneseo, with repairs expected to continue for several hours.
	Real Conversations: Live at Alternating Currents The cast discussed the origins of Real Conversations and spoke with Black artists in the Quad Cities.
	Crowds pack Greyhound Lounge for Loose Meat Comedy Show in Davenport Alternating Currents hosted its Loose Meat Comedy Show bringing eight comedians to downtown Davenport.
	Multiple people dead as flooding continues in Indiana Some parts of Indiana received more than 11 inches of rainfall over three days, beginning Aug. 11, causing record floods. Several suburbs of Indianapolis also underwater.
	Kushner meets with Hamas on the Gaza road map ahead of talks with Netanyahu Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law, held a rare meeting with Hamas leadership Sunday in Egypt, in a new diplomatic effort to make progress in the stalled Gaza ceasefire.
	Tommy John, namesake for a pioneering elbow surgery that saved his career, dies at 83 The left-handed MLB pitcher was 31 years old when he tore the ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow in 1974, an injury that had been a death knell for pitchers' careers up to that point.
	National Democratic party leaders officially tell Iowa: They don’t get to be first in 2028 National Democratic Party leaders decided not to allow Iowa to hold its presidential nomination contest before most other states.
	Crime Stoppers offers reward for arrest of man accused of shooting Muscatine officer Police plan to hold a press conference at Sunday afternoon to provide an update on the case.
	A good – and bad – week for Italy's art police and museum security On Friday, Italian police said they'd recovered three paintings stolen from a museum near the city of Parma. By Saturday night, thieves in Sicily had made off with four more masterpieces.
	Lala is again a tropical storm, sending drenching rain and winds across Hawaii Hurricane Lala weakened to a tropical storm Sunday after skirting Hawaii without making landfall, but it wasn't done punishing the Big Island with hurricane-force gusts.
	What really happened in Ceuta? Why we may never find out Hundreds of migrants have again attempted to cross from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta. This time, Moroccan officials fended them off, raising new questions about the crossing of July 30.
	4 the Record WEB EXTRA: Iowa Congressional candidate Bohannan's position on Israel We ran out of time and couldn't bring you all of my conversation with Iowa congressional candidate Christina Bohannan. We pick it up with the Democratic party's changing position regarding a long standing ally of the United States in the Middle East. It seems the Democratic party is weakening its support for Israel, if not [...]
	Breakfast Bankroll for week ending 8/14/26 Here's this week's update on retail prices for the breakfast staples of bacon, eggs and milk. This is the USDA's average price for a dozen of large Grade A eggs, a pound of bacon and a gallon of milk on January 20, 2025, compared to where the prices are now. To see the price, click [...]
	AI might be the most effective way to stop hackers attacks on water systems Securing the water supply across the country is getting more attention after dozens of water systems in twelve states now report being targeted by cyber attacks. There could be more than that we don't know about yet. It sounds a new alarm about concerns that have been around for several years, specifically that the country's [...]
	Iowa & Illinois attorneys general among those pressuring FCC to crack down on illegal robocalls Iowa and Illinois fight the same fight to keep you from getting unwanted computer generated phone calls. We will start with those annoying and frustrating interruptions to daily life we all know as robocalls. Attorneys general from all 50 states are trying to get the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to do more to stop those [...]
	Bohannan undeterred after 2 losses in third run to represent Iowa in Congress Our countdown to the November midterms puts us 79 days away from tallying the votes. There's one race on the ballot expected to be very close. That's the contest for Iowa’s first congressional seat. Republican incumbent Mariannette Miller-Meeks seeks a fourth term in office. She faces Democrat Christina Bohannan for the third time in a [...]
	Business Spotlight: Ridgecrest Village celebrates 60 years Ridgecrest is celebrating six decades of community, compassion and dedicated care this year, with the first residents moving in Dec. 19, 1966.
	As Trump blocks Medicaid funds, one trans teen's mom asks: What's next? A longtime Republican living in California says the Trump administration's continuing actions to target transgender youth take a personal toll.
	'What are we going to do?' The mom of a trans teen grapples with Trump's Medicaid move A longtime Republican living in California says the Trump administration's continuing actions to target transgender youth take a personal toll.
	MARK-TO-MARKET: For Caterpillar, AI revolution has turned to an industrial revolution According to data from Gartner, total global spending on AI is expected to reach $2.6 trillion in 2026.
	Quad-Cities farm stands getting creative with their offerings Area farm stands are evolving beyond simple driveway setups, embracing more elaborate self-service formats.
	Ukraine launches one of its largest aerial attacks of the war, killing at least 6 people in Russia Ukraine launched hundreds of drones across Russia Sunday, killing at least six people in one of Kyiv's largest aerial attacks of the war.
	Banvard's Panorama This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Landscape painters who sketch mountains and lakes have it easy. Their subjects fit so neatly into a well-proportioned…
	Doctors and women who've had it call for more attention on postpartum psychosis The high-profile murder trial of Lindsay Clancy's has put the condition in the spotlight. Women who have had it call for more research and understanding of a difficult mental illness.
	Billions of sea stars have died. A Northwest tribe is trying to save the species Sunflower sea stars are critically endangered in the Pacific Ocean. University of Washington researchers are working with the Samish Indian Nation to bring this 24-armed creature back from the brink of extinction.
	65 and older? Have a story to tell? Hit 'record' and send NPR your podcast This fall, we're asking seniors to send us their stories in audio form. Our judges will pick the best ones and air them on NPR.
Saturday, August 15th, 2026
	High school football preview: Riverdale Rams The Riverdale Rams are entering the 2026 football season with momentum after their first playoff appearance in 14 years.
	Iowa quarterback battle on display at Kids’ Day The quarterback battle was on full display at kids day and Iowa fans may have picked their guy, but head coach Kirk Ferentz isn’t ready to make a decision at quarterback yet.
	Transfer QB Katin Houser brings fastest release time in college football to Illinois With only eight starters returning this season, the Illinois football team is leaning heavily on transfer portal additions — none more so than quarterback Katin Houser.
	Crowds pack Greyhound Lounge for Loose Meat Comedy Show Eight comedians performed at the Loose Meat Comedy show at the Greyhound Lounge in Davenport.
	Ruling: Iowa contractors can’t negotiate insurance claims on homes they repair DES MOINES, Iowa — When storm damage hits a home, the person making money from the repairs cannot also serve as the person negotiating how much the insurance company should pay. A federal appeals court ruling this week upheld Iowa laws designed to keep those two roles separate. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the [...]
	Special Weather Statement until SAT 9:45 PM CDT Strong Thunderstorms Bringing Gusty Winds and Heavy Rainfall This Evening
	Special Weather Statement until SAT 9:30 PM CDT Strong Thunderstorms Bringing Gusty Winds and Heavy Rainfall This Evening
	Habitat for Humanity breaks ground on 149th and 150th homes in QC Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities conducted groundbreaking ceremonies Saturday, Aug. 15, on its 149th and 150th homes. These two are at 745 21st St. in East Moline and at 1117 12th St. in Moline.
	Another QCA structural collapse: Occupants evacuate Comfort Suites, Burlington Another Quad Cities-area structure has partially collapsed, according to a news release from the Burlington Fire Department. Shortly after 5 a.m. Saturday, the Burlington Fire Department was dispatched to Comfort Suites, 1780 Stonegate Center Drive, after the activation of the hotel's fire alarm system. Crews arrived within 10 minutes of dispatch. Firefighters found that the [...]
	More showers, storms, heat, and humidity While it won't feel as bad Sunday as it did Saturday, it'll still be warm and humid. However, relief is on the way. A few more showers and storms are in the forecast before we have a couple of quiet, dry days. Here's your full 7-day forecast.
	Rob Sand pitches unity, cross-party cabinet at Iowa State Fair soapbox Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand used a Saturday appearance at the Iowa State Fair to call for political unity and pledge bipartisan cooperation if elected governor.
	Comfort Suites in Burlington suffers partial collapse Fire officials said the collapse was isolated to a second-story section over the ballroom, and all 122 occupants were evacuated safely.
	Illinois keeps Tug Fest win streak alive with 2026 victory Illinois has now won 12 years in a row.
	Hundreds of paddlers hit the Mississippi for 17th annual Floatzilla Saturday's events included the dam-to-dam race.
	Suspect remains at large after officer shot in Muscatine Residents are urged not to approach Mark Lee Jackson. If he is seen, community members should call 911 immediately.
	Colt Ford cancels Iowa State Fair performance after bus crash The country singer was supposed to perform at the fair's free MidAmerican Energy Stage on Wednesday, Aug. 19.
	Davenport felon sentenced to more than 9 years in federal prison for possessing rifle A Davenport felon has been sentenced to nine years and seven months in federal prison after pleading guilty to possessing a rifle.
	LIVE: Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Fort Wayne TinCaps Quad Cities River Bandits take on the Fort Wayne TinCaps in double header
	RI Judge Walter Braud dies at age 86 Judge Walter D. Braud, a longtime Rock Island attorney, judge, author and community leader, died on Aug. 13 at the age of 86, according to his obituary from the Wheelan-Pressly Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., Rock Island. He spent nearly five decades in the law, building a career that included a number of historic firsts [...]
	Burlington's Comfort Suites suffers partial collapse Fire officials said the collapse was isolated to a second-story section over the ballroom, and all 122 occupants were evacuated safely.
	The Midwest braces for more heavy flooding, as Indiana seeks federal aid Indiana, Illinois and surrounding states are preparing for another stretch of flooding through this weekend.
	“UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque,” through September 25 Visitors of the Bisignano Art Gallery are invited to experience the University of Dubuque in fresh and unexpected ways through the creative vision of the Plein Air Painters of Dubuque, the exhibition UD Expressions: Plein Air Painters of Dubuque on view through September 25.
	Closure of Tyson Foods plant in Joslin leaves local immigrants and refugees reeling Officials with World Relief Quad Cities said 50 families they work with are out of a job almost overnight.
	Families of USS Lincoln crew say Trump should be 'ashamed' of conditions on board President Trump said the USS Abraham Lincoln deployment is "not nearly long enough." A family member of a sailor on board that ship said those comments are shameful.
	Hotel partially collapses in Burlington Over a hundred residents were evacuated from a hotel in Burlington early Saturday morning.
	Trump administration wants to allow companies to hack foreign cybercriminals The White House memorandum is thin on details, but it aims to give private businesses the ability to sabotage or spy on certain foreign actors.
	Jason Arday, Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism, is found dead Arday was 37 when he became Cambridge's youngest Black professor in 2023. He was found unresponsive Friday at a home in southwest London.
	Nearly 30 new cases of cyclosporiasis confirmed in Iowa DES MOINES, Iowa -- Nearly 30 new cases of cyclosporiasis have been confirmed in Iowa since last week. As part of its weekly update released Friday, the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services said there are now 300 confirmed cases in the state, compared to 272 from last week. The Centers for Disease Control [...]
	Golf comic T.P. Mulrooney to appear at Eagle Ridge, Galena Golf fans are invited to enjoy an evening of laughs when nationally recognized golf comedian T.P. Mulrooney performs at Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa on Saturday, Aug. 22. The show begins at 8 p.m., with doors opening at 7:15 p.m., at Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, 444 Eagle Ridge Drive in Galena. Tickets are $40 per person, and a cash bar [...]
	Illinois DOT District 2 plans open house for seasonal employee applicants The Illinois Department of Transportation District 2 will hold an open house for people interested in applying for seasonal positions to help with snow and ice removal in Rock Island and Henry counties, a news release says. The event will be held from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at the Milan Maintenance Yard, [...]
	QC Animal Welfare Center plans open house to celebrate spay/neuter, wellness clinic The Quad City Animal Welfare Center (QCAWC) is invites the community to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the QCAWC Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic during an open house Saturday, Aug. 22, from noon to 2 p.m. at the clinic, 612 First St. West, Milan, a news release says. For the past decade, the QCAWC Spay/Neuter and [...]
	Community emergency resource fair scheduled for Bettendorf The Quad Cities’ fourth annual community emergency resource fair will take place on Sunday, Aug. 30, from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 2021 State St., Bettendorf, a news release says. The Be Ready QC Emergency Resource Fair is a family-friendly event focused on educating the public on emergency and disaster [...]
	Historical marker focused on Dred Scott's life in Quad Cities will be unveiled in Rock Island QC PastPort and Visit Quad Cities, with the help of the City of Rock Island, will unveil an interactive, historical destination marker focused on Dred Scott’s life in the Quad Cities from 1833-1836, a news release says. This will be the ninth destination installed through the help of Visit Quad Cities and the 26th destination [...]
	New Illinois law targets copper wire thieves A new Illinois law aims to crack down on copper wire theft by restricting who can legally buy or sell the wire while also limiting how dealers can pay for it.
	Local government recap: Eldridge takes another step toward city fire department, Davenport wants to look at finances Eldridge holds second vote on establishing a city fire department, Davenport discusses finances, and Clinton clues in public on drafting changes to proposed data center regulations.
	Sweet Lillies bring Americana roots pop fusion to Cambridge concert Colorado-based quartet The Sweet Lillies will bring their heartfelt, collaborative and genre-bending sound to Ca d’Zan House Concerts in Cambridge on Thursday, Aug. 20, a news release says. Presented by Crossroads Cultural Connections, the all-ages concert will begin at 7 p.m., with an optional community potluck dinner at 6 p.m. Known for a sound they [...]
	Galesburg Community Chorus will begin rehearsals The Galesburg Community Chorus will begin rehearsals for its 2026-27 season from 7-9 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24 at First Presbyterian Church, 101 N. Prairie St., Galesburg. a news release says. Subsequent rehearsals will take place on Mondays from 7-p.m. Everyone is invited to join, and no audition is necessary. Dues are $20 per semester; students [...]
	Have a doggone great time at Doggy Splash! Dogs and their humans can have a swimmingly good time at Doggy Splash on Labor Day. According to a release from the City of Bettendorf, the Bettendorf Dog Park Alliance invites all breeds and pedigrees to swim together and use the diving board and small toys or balls. All dogs are required to be current [...]
	Davenport Fire Department hosts Gary Sinise Foundation heavy vehicle rescue school The Davenport Fire Department will host the Gary Sinise Foundation Heavy Vehicle Rescue School, bringing specialized rescue training to firefighters and rescue personnel from across the region, according to a news release from the City of Davenport. The training focuses on the unique challenges of heavy vehicle incidents, including vehicle weight, construction, cargo, and stability. [...]
	Maquoketa Speedway prepares for two nights of World of Outlaws action The stage is set for the World of Outlaws Hawkeye 100 hosted by K Promotions, Hoker Promotions LLC and the Jackson County Fairgrounds featuring the World of Outlaws Late Model Series. The best Late Model drivers in the country will race both Friday and Saturday, Aug. 21-22, with a full show each night, a news release. Activities [...]
	Sip, Taste & Stroll in downtown Burlington Grab your friends, get creative, and get ready to sip, taste, shop, and stroll through downtown Burlington during Sip, Taste & Stroll from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, a news release says. This popular Downtown Partners, Inc. event invites participants to explore downtown businesses while enjoying samples, special stops, shopping, and a fun evening out [...]
	Memories of Muscatine: Pure Oil Station This week for Memories of Muscatine: a 1958 photo of the Pure Oil Station.
	Rob Sand proposes raising minimum wage, expanding farm income streams Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand released policy priorities Wednesday to support Iowa farm and rural economies.
	ICE detained a Venezuelan soccer pro. His case shows the immigration backlog crisis Homero Calderón's detention by ICE spotlights the massive backlog in the U.S. immigration system.
	August Wentz This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Patriotism can sometimes be devoted to an idea as well as to a country. Take the German immigrants who settled in…
	FDA assigns highest-risk Class I status for recall of nearly 1.6 million cartons of eggs A Class I recall indicates “a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death," according to the FDA.
	They fought for the U.S. in Afghanistan. Now they worry about losing their green cards When the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan five years ago, thousands of Afghans who helped U.S. troops were brought here to rebuild their lives. But now, some fear the U.S. may want to send them back.
	Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia's coast, killing at least 38 A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia early Saturday, killing at least 38 people, collapsing buildings as well as causing panic in a region prone to deadly quakes.
Friday, August 14th, 2026
	Purina’s Incredible Dog Team to perform free shows at Alternating Currents Purina’s Incredible Dog Team will present three free performances and a trainer meet‑and‑greet on Aug. 14–15, offering family‑friendly demonstrations of agility and athleticism in downtown Davenport.
	Teen charged in shooting death of 7-year-old A female juvenile, who was 14 at the time of the shooting, is facing a second-degree murder charge after a seven-year-old was shot in May.
	Closure of Joslin's Tyson Foods plant leaves local immigrants and refugees reeling Officials with World Relief Quad Cities said 50 families they work with are out of a job almost overnight.
	Manhunt underway after officer shot in Muscatine Residents in the south end of Muscatine are asked to shelter in place while police look for Mark Lee Jackson.
	Police: Suspect at large after Muscatine officer shot KWQC is working to learn more information.
	Iowa Libertarians nominate new candidates for lt. governor, 3rd District The Iowa Libertarian Party nominated new candidates Wednesday for lieutenant governor and 3rd District to appear on the 2026 ballot.
	Iowa State Fair Soapbox: Mitchell, Lahn address fairgoers Republican candidates Joe Mitchell and Zach Lahn addressed fairgoers at the Iowa State Fair on Friday, speaking to dozens of supporters at the Des Moines Register’s Soapbox stage despite rainy conditions.
	Officers on scene of gun-related incident in Muscatine Officers are on the scene of a gun-related incident in Muscatine, according to a Facebook post from Muscatine County Emergency Management/911. "There is an active incident involving a firearm happening in the south end near the Rosebowl," the post says. "Please avoid the area and let responders do their job. We will notify when the [...]
	Crews responding to scene in Muscatine involving a firearm The public is asked to avoid the area around the Rose Bowl bowling alley while first responders address the situation.
	Bob Vitas resigns as Moline's city administrator The city announced the news after publishing Tuesday's city council agenda, which includes a resolution to appoint Barry Dykhuizen as interim city administrator.
	Moline City Administrator Vitas resigns, Dykhuizen will serve as interim Moline City Administrator Bob Vitas submitted his resignation effective Friday, Aug. 14, according to a statement from the City of Moline. Vitas had been on paid administrative leave since Friday, Aug. 7. The City of Moline consistently conducts an annual evaluation process for administrative leadership, the release says: "As with any employment relationship, that process can lead [...]
	Experts break down local economic impact of Tyson plant closure Two Quad Cities professors discuss how Tyson Foods closing its Joslin facility will impact over 2,500 employees and the local economy.
	Moline City Administrator Bob Vitas resigns effective Aug. 14 He has been on paid administrative leave since Aug. 7 and submitted his resignation to the city effective as of Friday.
	'I'm so hurt.' Employee's ties to Tyson's, Joslin, span generations Some of the more than 2,500 employees losing their jobs at the Tyson beef processing plant in Joslin, Ill., are speaking out. They're out of work after Tyson Foods announced it's essentially shutting down the plant in Joslin, on the western side of Illinois, as of Friday, Aug. 14. According to the company website, management [...]
	Incident involving firearm occurring in south end of Muscatine Muscatine authorities are asking the public to avoid the south end near the Rose Bowl as there is an active incident involving a firearm.
	First responders at scene of ‘incident involving a firearm’ in Muscatine, officials say KWQC is working to learn more information.
	Moline city administrator resigns after being placed on leave The city council will appoint the next city administrator and will begin that process immediately, a spokeswoman said.
	Annual mum sale benefiting Empowering Abilities Proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to help Empowering Abilities put on social events for adults with disabilities around the Quad Cities.
	Bird's-eye views from across the Quad Cities region during the week of Aug. 14, 2026 Sit back, relax and enjoy these scenes captured by the News 8 drone from across the Quad Cities region this week.
	Another chance of heavy rain this weekend So much rain coming down from this week with several inches of rain coming down over the past couple of days. Heading into the weekend we have already received almost the average amount of rainfall for the month of August. As we head into the weekend now, we are still tracking another chance of thunderstorms [...]
	Belly dancer Samantha Karadsheh previews Alternating Currents performance Karadsheh joined The Current to show off a preview of her upcoming performance this Sunday at Davenport's Ecdysiast Arts Museum!

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