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Sunday, August 9th, 2026
	Two dead, five seriously injured in Dubuque County UTV crash The situation is under investigation and more details are expected Sunday night.
	Basketball Hall of Famer Don Nelson dies at 86 Don Nelson, the second-winningest coach in NBA history who won five championships as a player with the Boston Celtics, died Sunday. He was 86.
	Moline man charged in Rock Island Co.’s first AI-generated child sexual abuse material case A Moline man is facing felony charges in what prosecutors say is the first Rock Island County investigation involving child sexual abuse material allegedly generated entirely by artificial intelligence.
	Davenport weighs future of historic Levee Inn Davenport is weighing options for the historic Levee Inn's future. Current and former residents chimed in on what they want to see.
	Spire collapses at Rock Island church, closing nearby intersection A large piece of the spire at Grace City Church in Rock Island collapsed Friday night. Crews are clearing debris before work on the church begins Monday.
	Davenport explores options to preserve historic Levee Inn The city is considering three options for the Levee Inn: stabilizing it as a monument restoring it as a concession stand or completing a full historic restoration.
	Mississippi Valley Fair wraps up with Military Appreciation Day The Mississippi Valley Fair wraps up its six-day run in Davenport with Military Appreciation Day, a veterans parade and free admission for military members.
	Crews battle wildfires in western U.S. and Canada There have been 183 new wildfires, including eight large ones, across the U.S. since Saturday, the National Interagency Fire Center reported on Sunday.
	Demi Vollering wins Tour de France for the 2nd time Vollering, who first won the competition in 2023, finished the stage more than a minute ahead of Spaniard Paula Blasi Cairol and 2024 champion Polish rider Katarzyna Niewiadoma-Phinney.
	It's Iowa vs. Illinois at Tug Fest! Gear up for one of the most unique summer festivals in the country as LeClaire and Port Byron compete for the win at the 39th annual Tug Fest! According to a release from Tug Fest Iowa, the festival's theme is Greatest Pull on Earth. For more information, click here.
	School funding stretched thin as costs rise, corporate revenue source shrinks Despite a $350 million increase in base funding for public schools this year, Illinois is falling further behind in its quest to bring all school districts up to adequate funding levels.
	Programming Note: No 5 p.m. news due U.S. Gymnastics Championship on NBC KWQC will not air the news at 5 p.m. Sunday due to the U.S. Gymnastic Championship on NBC.
	Rock Island's Don Nelson, NBA Hall of Famer and former Hawkeye, dead at 86 Don Nelson, an NBA Hall of Famer, Rock Island graduate and former Iowa Hawkeye, died Sunday. He was 86. Nelson's death was announced by the Golden State Warriors, one of the teams he coached. He was the second-winningest coach in NBA history and won five championships as a player with the Boston Celtics. Nelson is [...]
	'I am still Roger Craig': Davenport football star reveals diagnosis at Hall of Fame Roger Craig revealed during his induction speech into the Pro Football Hall of Fame that he has vascular dementia. The former San Francisco 49ers star running back and Davenport native spoke in a prerecorded video message while he sat on stage wearing his gold jacket at Tom Benson Stadium on Saturday. Presented by former teammate [...]
	Netanyahu rejects Trump's Gaza Peace Plan, demands Hamas disarm first Netanyahu's comments come just over a week after President Trump said his Board of Peace had reached a "historic" agreement with Hamas to give up its weapons.
	Clinton data center ordinance to be considered Tuesday by City Council A controversial new ordinance regulating data centers in the small Mississippi River city of Clinton will be considered by the City Council at its next meeting Tuesday, Aug. 11 at 5 p.m.
	Interstate 80 Blocked Near West Branch Due to Tanker Truck Fire Interstate 80 Blocked Near West Branch Due to Tanker Truck Fire
	Quad-Cities under heat advisory until 8 p.m. Sunday, storms possible The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory in the Quad-Cities until 8 p.m. Sunday, but some relief may be possible with storms forecast to move in from the west.
	When does daylight saving time end? As warm as it is right now, late fall isn't that far away.
	Crime Stoppers: Man failed to appear on RI Co. drug, weapon charges Crime Stoppers is looking for Juan M. Paniagua-Herrera, wanted in Rock Island County for failing to appear on meth and weapon possession charges.
	Moline Library to host Local Authors Showcase Meet talented writers, learn about their writing process, and purchase copies of their published works at Moline Public Library’s Local Author Showcase, a news release says. The second annual celebration of local literary talent will be 10 a.m. until noon Saturday, Aug. 22, in the library’s meeting room. Explore works from several Quad City area [...]
	Haunted by Hoover, Trump searches for an endgame in Iran President Trump is confronting a question that has haunted presidents throughout history: how a war - that has gone on longer than predicted - can reshape a presidency.
	Can birth control trends explain the rise in abortions? It's complicated The number of abortions is up in the United States. Is it because fewer people are using birth control pills?
	There's a birth control backlash online. Can it explain the rise in abortions? The number of abortions is up in the United States. Is it because fewer people are using birth control pills?
	Dohrn Transfer Company is now Dohrn “What’s changed is the size, needs, and locations of the customers we serve. This is Dohrn, reborn.”
	UnityPoint Health – Trinity Bettendorf and Rock Island earn national recognition These awards reflect UnityPoint Health’s commitment to delivering safe, high-quality care close to home for people experiencing a heart attack.
	BBB Scam Alert: Need a new driveway? Look out for asphalt paving scams BBB Scam Tracker has had numerous reports of unscrupulous contractors who trick homeowners with supposedly good deals on driveway paving and repairs.
	Craig Schillig: Social Security and Medicare: The clock is ticking The most recent Social Security and Medicare Trustees Reports show that Social Security and Medicare continue to face significant financial challenges.
	A Stone Story This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Often it happens that Rock Islanders tell their own stories best. Here is one from Dr. Alex Stone, a retired…
	Yemen's Houthis claim attack on Aramco oil facility in Saudi Arabia, and other Middle East news Meanwhile, Iran has made new demands about the restart of negotiations and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and the Pentagon is pressing the U.S. defense industry to accelerate production of weapons.
Saturday, August 8th, 2026
	Community walks in honor of missing Oquawka man The community gathered Friday to honor 33-year-old Alan Stanley, who has been missing since April 12. Friends and loved ones continue efforts to find him.
	Cambridge Natural History Museum marks two-year anniversary under world record holder Cambridge's Natural History Museum, curated by 11-year-old Anderson Taylor, is celebrating two years.
	Winning numbers for $856M Powerball jackpot Grab your tickets: the winning numbers for one of the largest Powerball jackpots have been drawn.
	Rock Island man on probation faces new drug, gun charges A Rock Island man sentenced to four years of probation in a meth case six months ago is accused of trafficking ecstasy and possessing two firearms.
	Will we see August 12's solar eclipse? Parts of the U.S. will be able to at least see a partial eclipse, but how much totality will depend on where you live.
	Fire at Self Help in Sterling may have started from cardboard compactor Issues with a cardboard compactor may have caused a fire that severely damaged the Rock Valley Self Help Enterprises building in Sterling on Friday. No series injuries were reported.
	Roger Craig reveals he has vascular dementia during his Pro Football Hall of Fame speech Roger Craig revealed during his induction speech into the Pro Football Hall of Fame that he has vascular dementia.
	'The Boys,' 'Obsession' honored by annual Critics Choice Super Awards The Critics Choice Association (CCA) has announced announced today the winners of the sixth annual Critics Choice Super Awards, honoring the most popular, fan-obsessed genres across both television and movies, including Superhero, Science Fiction/Fantasy, Horror, and Action. Our Quad Cities News Linda Cook has been a member of the CCA for more than 25 years. “The [...]
	Two Henry County men sentenced to federal prison in separate meth cases Two Henry County, Illinois, men received federal prison sentences in separate methamphetamine trafficking cases.
	Solar eclipse to occur next week. Here is what to know It will be visible in parts of the U.S. on Wednesday.
	American Serenade will dock in Muscatine The City of Muscatine will temporarily close the downriver boat launch and adjacent parking lot near the Iowa Avenue entrance to Riverside Park on Tuesday, August 11, from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. to accommodate the arrival and docking of the American Serenade, a river cruise vessel operated by American Cruise Lines. The American Serenade [...]
	11-year-old celebrates 2 years of his natural history museum in Cambridge An 11-year-old in Cambridge opened a natural history museum at age 9, and his growing collection is now attracting visitors and benefiting the community.
	Hot weather returns with storms After a pleasantly warm Saturday, it turns hot and humid again Sunday and Monday. Strong to severe storms are possible over the next couple of days. Here's your full 7-day forecast.
	Cyclosporiasis in Iowa: Doctor discusses symptoms, prevention and when to seek treatment An infectious diseases doctor with UnityPoint Trinity says young children, seniors and immunocompromised people are most at risk.
	Davenport Police Association to host 11th annual Cops and Cones The Davenport Police Association will host the 11th annual Cops and Cones Ice Cream Social from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Vander Veer Botanical Park.
	Governor Reynolds appoints Martin Noven as new IPERS CEO DES MOINES, Iowa -- Governor Kim Reynolds has appointed a new IPERS CEO who is slated to take over the position by the end of the month. Reynolds announced Friday that Martin Noven, former Executive Director of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System, would take over as CEO of the Iowa Public Employee Retirement System [...]
	Bettendorf couple accused of physically abusing son arrested A Bettendorf couple, accused of physically abusing their 11-year-old son over a prolonged time, faces child endangerment charges.
	Quad City native Roger Craig inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame For the first time ever, a Quad City native has been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
	Quad City native Roger Craig inducted in Pro Football Hall of Fame For the first time ever, a Quad City native has been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
	Ukraine mourns "collector of souls" Oleksiy Yukov, killed recovering war dead Oleksiy Yukov spent two decades recovering the bodies of soldiers – including many Russians. He was killed during a recovery mission after stepping on a landmine.
	ImpactLife announces QC blood drive dates ImpactLife is partnering with local blood donors and drive hosts on community blood drives in the Quad Cities and surrounding communities during the week of Aug. 17: SAU Physician Assistant StudentsAugust 17: Noon-2 p.m., 1320 West Lombard St., DavenportSchedule Appointment Park View Lutheran ChurchAug. 17: 3-6:30 p.m., 14 Grove Road, EldridgeSchedule Appointment Stella's 4th Annual [...]
	K-pop's global wave inspires Chile's next pop stars K-pop conquered the world — now Chile's young creatives are remixing the movement and making it their own.
	Coach Ken Carter will speak at Moline High School The Moline-Coal Valley School District will welcome renowned educator, author and motivational speaker Coach Ken Carter for a back-to-school event to kick off the 2026-27 schoolyear, according to a news release. Known for the inspiring true story depicted in the 2005 film "Coach Carter," with Samuel L. Jackson in the title role, Carter will share [...]
	Heavy school backpacks: How they can be a hazard for kids It's good to be prepared, but kids who walk to school or participate in extracurricular activities may be lugging more than their bodies can handle.
	Students will present Nahant Marsh research at public session At the Nahant Marsh Education Center's annual Research Poster Session, undergraduate research interns will present the results of their summer-long ecological research projects conducted at one of the Upper Mississippi River's largest urban wetlands. The event is free and open to the public from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 10, at the Nahant Marsh Education Center, 4220 [...]
	Democrats in Iowa’s competitive 1st, 3rd Districts release first campaign ads of 2026 Iowa congressional campaign ads launch as Democrats Sarah Trone Garriott and Christina Bohannan release general election spots in key toss-up races.
	Muscatine students participate in Study in China Experience Through the Sarah D. Lande Education Co., in partnership with Wanxiang America Corporation, eight students from Muscatine participated in a Study in China Experience, according to a news release from the Community Foundation of Greater Muscatine. This immersive four-week program allowed students to explore China, study the Chinese language, participate incultural experiences, and gain insight [...]
	Switzerland is a neutral nation but has more nuclear bunkers than any country in the world Instead of scrapping its network of bomb shelters after the Cold War, Switzerland kept building them. The country has more than 370,000 nuclear bomb shelters. Some are now used to house migrants.
	Memories of Muscatine: A Currier & Ives lithograph This week for Memories of Muscatine: Currier & Ives’ American Fruit Piece.
	The Women's Professional Baseball League makes its historic debut The Los Angeles Queens, the New York Heights, the Boston Hunters and the San Francisco Firebells take the field in Springfield, Ill., as the Women's Pro Baseball League kicks off its inaugural season.
	Snow This is Roald Tweet, on Rock Island.One January morning, Rock Islanders woke to fourteen inches of snow. It fell fast, blowing into drifts on the downwind…
	Private prisons announce $1.4 billion in revenue as immigration detentions climb That revenue does not include net proceeds of $1.6 billion made by CoreCivic after the recent sale of four of their facilities to the Department of Homeland Security.
	Our QC Crime Watch: Superintendent acquitted in student records case: Episode 76 Watch crime reporters Linda Cook and Sharon Wren talk about crime and courts in our area with the latest episode of the Our Quad Cities Crime Watch Podcast. In this episode Linda and Sharon discuss: updates on: Mercer County School District superintendent acquitted in student-records access case A Kewanee man is arrested after a vehicle [...]
	How Jim James and Jeff Tweedy learned to love the Grateful Dead Jim James of My Morning Jacket and Jeff Tweedy of Wilco are two artists who've dipped their toes into the Grateful Dead extended universe through a singular experience: by sharing the stage with Bob Weir.
	Data centers are a political issue crossing party lines, driving voters to candidates Wisconsin Democratic candidate for governor Francesca Hong called for a moratorium on data centers. So did Ohio Republican governor hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy, as data centers begin to dominate campaigns.
	Senate votes to confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general The Senate narrowly confirmed Todd Blanche as U.S. attorney general early Saturday morning, elevating President Trump's former personal lawyer to head the Justice Department.
Friday, August 7th, 2026
	High school football preview: Newman Central Comets The Newman Central Comets are entering their fifth season under head coach Mike LeMay, looking to build on an 8-3 record and a 4-1 conference finish a year ago.
	Henry County, Iowa man charged after allegedly shining spotlight at helicopter pilot's eye The helicopter managed to land safely, although the pilots had to remove their night vision goggles.
	Spire partially collapses at Rock Island church; police detour drivers from area About 10 p.m. Friday, police and other emergency responders remained at the scene of a partial collapse of a Rock Island church spire. About 7 p.m., police, firefighters and public-works employees gathered at 5th Avenue and 20th Street at Grace City Church, where at least three parts of the church's spire fell and scattered debris [...]
	City of Eldridge looking for firefighters after all 20 volunteers announce they're quitting During a city council meeting this week, a representative for the current 20 firefighters from the Eldridge Volunteer Fire Department said they will quit on Oct. 1.
	Self Help in Sterling damaged in fire One firefighter was hospitalized for dehydration and overheating but wasn't injured by the fire itself.
	Cyclosporiasis in Iowa: Doctor discusses symptoms, prevention and when to seek treatment An infectious diseases doctor with UnityPoint Trinity says young children, seniors and immunocompromised people are most at risk.
	DeWitt woman looking to help expecting/new mothers with drug addiction Jenna Harrison, a DeWitt resident, is six years sober from being addicted to drugs. She was once in a dark place, but now she has kids and a loving family. Harrison wants to use her successful recovery to help other drug addicts, specifically expecting and new mothers. "It's a really under-served demographic," said Harrison. "Rehabs [...]
	Residents say nasty stench lingers in Camanche, starting in January Since January, some Camanche residents have noticed a "gross" stench in their air. They say it smells similar to dog poop or something dead. An online petition calling for action from city officials started on July 31. Now, it has more than 500 signatures. "I hope it shows to all of our city leaders that [...]
	Community helps ‘Fill the Bus’ with school supplies for Davenport students Partnering with the Davenport Schools Foundation, the KWQC drive helped local students get the essential tools to succeed this school year.
	Sterling's Self Help suffers significant damage in fire One firefighter was hospitalized for dehydration and overheating but wasn't injured by the fire itself.
	Owner of 'The Green Store' in Rock Island recognized for his work in the community Demetrius Johnson was presented with the Bryant True Heroes Award, a national recognition of those making a difference in their community.
	Building damaged after fire breaks out at Sterling nonprofit Crews responded just before 1 p.m. Friday.
	Riverfront Pops secures five more years of Quad City Bank & Trust support During a joint press conference, the organizations announced a new five‑year sponsorship agreement for the Quad City Bank & Trust Riverfront Pops concert, extending a partnership with Quad City Symphony Orchestra that has already spanned 15 consecutive years.
	Davenport forming plan to preserve historic Levee Inn The Levee Inn, otherwise known as the Riverfront Hot Dog Stand, is nearly a century old and often used to measure past floods in downtown Davenport.
	Clinton man sentenced to five years in prison in sex abuse case A Clinton, Iowa, man who was accused of sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl in 2021 has been sentenced to five years in prison.
	Firefighter transported to hospital after QCA structure blaze A firefighter was taken to a hospital after a structure fire in Sterling, according to a news release from the Sterling Fire Department. Shortly before 1 p.m. Friday, the Sterling Fire Department, Rock Falls Fire Department, CGH EMS and Sterling Police Department were dispatched for a possible structure fire. Crews arrived to find heavy fire [...]
	6pm Friday severe t'storm update The Quad Cities is now included in a Severe T'Storm Watch until 10pm. Storms with strong winds and hail are heading toward to the Quad Cities and should arrive by around 7pm. Check this video for the latest:
	Rocky grad is new Rock Island High School Resource Officer Rock Island High School has a familiar face as its new School Resource Officer. According to a Facebook post from the Rock Island Police Department, Jacklyn Young, a Rocky graduate, started at Rock Island High School as School Resource Officer August 7. Young has served with the Rock Island Police Department for over five years. [...]
	Villages of Erie, Albany consider police partnership Under the partnership, Albany would provide about $150,000 annually to support Erie's police department. They would also share equipment like patrol cars and radios.
	Bird's-eye views from across the Quad Cities region during the week of Aug. 7, 2026 Sit back, relax and enjoy these scenes captured by the News 8 drone from across the Quad Cities region this week.
	Red Sand Project raises awareness of human trafficking Each grain of sand in the sidewalk at Leach Park represents someone who's been lost to human trafficking.
	Fifth man arrested for allegedly trafficking marijuana at two Davenport convenience stores A fifth man who allegedly was involved in a scheme to traffic marijuana out of two Davenport convenience stores was taken into custody Thursday.
	Red Sand Project returns to Bettendorf to raise awareness about human trafficking Community members gathered at Leach Park Friday for the return of the Red Sand Project, an event aimed at raising awareness about human trafficking in Iowa and honoring those affected by the crime. Organizers used red sand as a symbol to draw attention to how victims of human trafficking can go unnoticed — falling through the cracks both literally and figuratively.
	Erie and Albany could partner on police services under new agreement Under the partnership, Albany would provide about $150,000 annually to support Erie's police department. They would also share equipment like patrol cars and radios.
	Mississippi Valley Fair update - Chance for storms Friday evening There's a chance we get some thunderstorms in the Quad Cities right around showtime Friday evening... That's not a great thing for the MVF concert. If we get storms this evening the most likely time would be between 6:30 and 9:30. It's not a sure thing we get storms though. There's still a good chance [...]
	4 injured after truck pulling horse trailer strikes SUV broadside on Highway 218 A Highway 218 crash involving a truck pulling a horse trailer and a broadsided SUV leaves four people hospitalized on Friday afternoon in Iowa.
	Man in critical condition after shooting himself at Rock Island hospital No other injuries were reported and there is no danger to the public at this time, police say.
	20th Mutt Strut planned for Camden Park during Milan Harvest Festival The Quad City Animal Welfare Center will hold the 20th Annual Mutt Strut from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, at Camden Park in Milan during the Milan Harvest Festival, according to a news release. Register here. Chief Meteorologist Andy McCray from Our Quad Cities News will be the master of ceremonies. Your registration [...]
	Thrill of a lifetime: Fans meet Keith Urban at the Mississippi Valley Fair You never know when you'll come across some magic at the Mississippi Valley Fair. Residents from the Prophetstown S.T.R.I.V.E. facility had the thrill of a lifetime when they got to meet country superstar Keith Urban after his performance at the fair. They say it was a great honor the meet Urban, and they were blown [...]
	Davenport woman charged with conspiracy, child endangerment in drug investigation A Scott County drug investigation finding over 9,000 grams of marijuana has a Davenport woman facing charges of conspiracy and child endangerment.
	Muscatine street closes for railroad crossing work It's an Our Quad Cities News traffic alert. According to a release from the City of Muscatine, Canadian Pacific–Kansas City Rail (CPKCR) will perform repairs on the railroad crossing on E. 2nd St. east of Oak St. on Tuesday, August 11. Both lanes of E. 2nd St. will be closed during this work. The release [...]
	Cubs-Royals broadcast on KWQC-TV6 prompts temporary programming shift Cubs and Royals baseball on KWQC this Friday night means a temporary schedule shift for NBC primetime programming this weekend.
	Quad City Rollers celebrate 20 years of women’s roller derby and doing good The fearless, fun-loving women of the Quad City Rollers are celebrating 20 years of the nonprofit, a close-knit family that not only has a blast on the track, but works to help the community.
	Resident deaths at two Iowa nursing homes lead to state sanctions Nursing homes in Cedar Rapids and Newton are facing sanctions for alleged quality-of-care violations tied to resident deaths.

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