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Sunday, September 13th, 2026
	Louisiana man accused of reaching 105 mph on I-80 A Louisiana man is facing multiple charges after troopers say he reached 105 mph on I-80 and ran from them Saturday night.
	Is there still time to keep the Bears in Illinois? The Chicago Bears may be looking at Indiana as its new home, but Arlington Heights is still fighting to keep the team in Illinois. Arlington Heights remains a primary option for the Chicago Bears stadium project. The Chicago Tribune reports the village has renewed a contract with lobbying firm Mac Strategies Group. The firm is [...]
	Bishop Hill honors settlers in unmarked graves with monument dedication As Bishop Hill celebrates 180 years since its founding, the historic village is honoring some of its earliest settlers with a new monument at the Bishop Hill Cemetery.
	River Bandits beat Dayton 4-0 in championship series game The Quad Cities River Bandits beat the Dayton Dragons Sunday night.
	Death Notice: Judith Roper A funeral service for Judith Marjorie Roper, 82, of Davenport, will be held at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, at the Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Eagle Grove. Mrs. Roper died Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, at MercyOne-Genesis Medical Center, Davenport. Memorials may be made to the family to establish a memorial at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.hmdfuneralhome.com. A full obituary will appear in the Sept. 16 edition of The NSP.
	Trump downplays calls for AI slow down President Trump said there were "negative forces" predicting things that he says won't happen.
	Trump downplays calls for AI slowdown President Trump said there were "negative forces" predicting things that he says won't happen.
	Semi-trailer hauling meat burned down on I-80 near Geneseo A semi-trailer hauling meat burned down on I-80 near Geneseo Saturday afternoon.
	Quad Cities River Bandits to face Dayton in Championship series game The Quad Cities River Bandits will play the Dayton Dragons in the first game of the Midwest League championship series Sunday evening.
	Ascentra Credit Union: People before profit, community investment In this episode of Real Conversations in the QC, the cast discusses Ascentra Credit Union’s “People before profit” philosophy and community-first mission.
	Wisconsin congressman survives emergency plane landing, swims to safety Wisconsin Congressman Tom Tiffany escaped a sinking plane and swam to shallow water after an emergency landing in a lake. Tiffany and the pilot called 911 from on top of the plane.
	Man charged with sexually abusing two children tenders plea deal for court's consideration A Davenport man who abused two children, one for six years, has tendererd a plea deal for the court to consider.
	Breakfast Bankroll for week ending 9/11/26 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 [...]
	No easy answers for failure of United States to assimilate extreme jihadist people living in the country For 250 years, the United States has lived up to the poem inscribed on the Statue of Liberty that says, in part: Give me your tired, your poor,Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free,The wretched refuse of your teeming shore.Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me. No other country on Earth comes close to the [...]
	U.S. - Canada trade war might be tested on the November ballot The United States' relationship with those neighbors in the the Great White North is struggling beyond complaints of 'get off my lawn.' Economic tension between the traditional allies doesn't seem to be subsiding. We will start with the trade war between the United States and Canada that's intensified in recent weeks. Both countries imposed stiff [...]
	Pritzker coy about presidential aspirations while optimistic Bears could stay in Illinois We find ourselves 51 days away from counting the votes in the midterm election. This morning we focus on the Illinois race for governor with Democratic incumbent JB Pritzker seeking a third term with challenges from Republican Darren Bailey and independent Collin Corbett. There isn't any recent polling of this race but JB Pritzker is [...]
	Actor Tatyana Ali is advocating for Black and Indigenous maternal health Actor Tatyana Ali says her healing journey after a traumatic childbirth has inspired her advocacy for Black maternal health, including support for midwives, doulas and other birth workers.
	Cesar Toscano: How my grandmother's dementia impacted my mom and our family Education Reporter Cesar Toscano writes about how his grandmother's dementia impacted his mother and family for eight years.
	BBB Scam Alert: Grandparents, don't get sacked by fake football tickets BBB Scam Tracker warns grandparents buying seats for themselves or as a gift for a grandchild are being urged to slow down before clicking "buy."
	Indonesian passenger ship overturns, sparking search for about 130 missing Indonesian rescuers said about 130 passengers and crew are missing after a ferry carrying more than 240 people sank in bad weather in the Java Sea on Sunday.
	Indonesian passenger ship overturns, sparking search for at least 129 missing Indonesian rescuers said about 130 passengers and crew are missing after a ferry carrying more than 240 people sank in bad weather in the Java Sea on Sunday.
	How a young woman became an ISIS bride — and then an informant, helping save others A young Canadian mother shares her memories of being an ISIS bride, and her harrowing escape from the extremist group.
	Our QC Crime Watch: Fraud expert tells how to keep your money safe: Episode 80 Watch crime reporter Sharon Wren talk about crime and courts in the latest episode of the Our Quad Cities Crime Watch Podcast. In this episode Sharon talks with Matt Mortvedt, who is the bureau chief of the Fraud Bureau at the Iowa Insurance Division, where he leads investigations into insurance and securities fraud, and senior [...]
	Young Cambridge museum director receives T. rex skull replica The Cambridge Natural History Museum has received a new addition to its collection: a half-scale replica of a Tyrannosaurus Rex skull donated by Acme Design, Inc., according to a news release. The replica is modeled after a specimen at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Museum founder and curator Anderson Taylor first met members [...]
	Davenport Speedway races into the past Davenport Speedway raced into the past Saturday for a great night of old-time racing. The track played host to the Mississippi Valley Vintage Race Car Association’s Hawkeye Futurity. The Hawkeye Futurity featured vintage racecars, including Caged Sprints, Non-Caged Sprints, Midgets, Super Modifieds, Jalopies, and Vintage Late Models. Racers from five states took part in the [...]
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
	Playtime This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.Between 1933 and 1939, the entire Upper Mississippi from St. Louis to St. Paul changed personalities, courtesy of the…
	Bettendorf native Caden Buhr lifts Iowa to win over Iowa State in Cy-Hawk game Bettendorf native Caden Buhr made the game winning field goal with 15 seconds to play giving #21 Iowa a 16-13 win over Iowa State.
	Rock Island Police Department holds career day The Rock Island Police Department held a career day, providing resources and demonstrations for people interested in law enforcement.
	Man severely injured in East Moline firework incident A 41-year-old man was severely injured when a firework exploded. According to a release from the Rock Island County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a home in the 16000 block of Route 84 North in East Moline September 12 at approximately 2:30 p.m. for reports of a firework incident resulting in severe injuries. The victim [...]
	Man airlifted to hospital after firework explodes A man suffered serious injuries after a firework exploded in his hand Saturday afternoon in East Moline.
	Hawkeye Marching Band member honored at Cy-Hawk game The Iowa Marching Band member who collapsed at the home-opener football game and died is being honored at the Cy-Hawk game on Saturday.
	Iowa State University Marching Band to honor Derek Phillips The Iowa State University Cyclone Marching Band is showing their support for Hawkeye Marching Band member Derek Phillips.
	Eldridge fire department holds 9/11 memorial stair climb The climbers ascend the equivalent of 110 stories, which represents the steps that first responders took at the World Trade Center on 9/11.
	Traffic at standstill after semi truck trailer fire on I-80 near Geneseo KWQC has reached out to officials for more information.
	Programming Note: News at 6 p.m. to stream on KWQC+ The news at 6 p.m. will be livestreamed on KWQC+ Wednesday evening.
	Alien Terrorist Removal Court deports legal US resident to Afghanistan in first-ever case Nazira Haji Zada, a lawful permanent resident, conceded to being an "alien terrorist." It marks the first case in the Alien Terrorist Removal Court.
	Moline apartment fire remains under investigation A Friday night apartment fire in Moline remains under investigation, according to a news release from the Moline Fire Department. Shortly before 8:15 p.m., the Moline Fire Department was dispatched to a report of smoke inside an apartment complex on the 1200 block of 15th Street Place. The first arriving fire unit reached the scene [...]
	Operator of Davenport massage parlor tenders plea agreement for court's consideration The operator of one of the Asian Massage parlors that shuttered last year has tendered a plea agreement for the court to consider.
	New bill would restrict SNAP benefits in Illinois, other states A new law introduced in the House this month would add more restrictions to what types of food SNAP recipients can buy with their monthly benefits.
	YMCA Hubbell Waterman Complex boosts soccer participation in the Quad Cities The YMCA Hubbell Waterman Soccer Complex in downtown Davenport is introducing European‑style 5‑on‑5 soccer to the Quad Cities, offering league play, open sessions and rentals as interest in the sport continues to grow.
	Iowa Machine Shed to present Fall Family Festival Fall is coming to the farm at Iowa Machine Shed, and families are invited to the annual Fall Family Festival on Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 26-27 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at 7250 Northwest Blvd. Davenport. This free family event transforms the grounds of the Machine Shed at I-80 and Northwest Boulevard into a celebration of fall, complete [...]
	Moline Public Library seeks applicants for student trustee The Moline Public Library seeks applications for position of student trustee to serve an eight-month term on the Library Board of Trustees, a news release says. In its third year, this volunteer position provides a unique opportunity for students to participate in shaping the future of the Moline Public Library and enhancing its value to [...]
	Inside Iowa Politics: Why Sen. Grassley isn’t sure Americans would react today like they did on September 11, 2001 U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley said that he doesn't know that Americans would react the same way today like they did after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
	Great Oaks High School, Davenport, plans ribbon-cutting; governor will attend Great Oaks High School & Career Center will celebrate the opening of its new Davenport campus with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, a news release says. Gov. Kim Reynolds will be in attendance alongside students, families, school leaders, andcommunity partners. The tuition-free charter high school, at 3562 North Brady Street, serves [...]
	Bettendorf Library hosts stargazing night From 7:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, the Bettendorf Public Library will host the Popular Astronomy Club of the Quad Cities at Faye’s Field for a unique look at the night sky using telescopes and mobile observatory. The Popular Astronomy Club of the Quad Cities is an organization for the education andpromotion of the field of [...]
	'People are still afraid of those three letters': Fighting the stigma of HIV That's a quote from former rugby star Gareth Thomas, who is HIV positive. At the International AIDS Conference in Rio this year, he spoke out about the isolation and discrimination tied to the virus.
	Free origami session offered in Davenport to those affected by cancer Cancer Support Community Iowa and NW Illinois will host a free creative art session workshop on Monday, Sept. 21, from 6-8 p.m. at Gilda’s Club Davenport, 1351 West Central Park Ave, Suite 200, Davenport. Participants will learn the basics of making origami forms and create a product using multiple pieces of origami. No experience is [...]
	Hispanic Heritage Festival will bring music, food to Monmouth Illinois: United Way of West Central Illinois and Buchanan Center for the Arts will host the fifth Hispanic Heritage Festival from 4-9 p.m. Sept. 19 at the Public Square in Monmouth. Monmouth’s Hispanic Heritage Festival is the largest event of its kind in the region. Entertainment will run all night and includes Marlon Davila Cantante [...]
	UnityPoint Health names Shari King as QC market president UnityPoint Health has announced that Shari King has been named Quad Cities market president, effective Sept. 6, according to a news release. King has served in the role on an interim basis and brings strong operational experience, arelationship-oriented approach and a steady commitment to the team members, providers,patients and communities served across the Quad Cities [...]
	A cancer survivor hoped to work — then she lost her Medicaid disability coverage As state governments grapple with how to determine who's sick enough to be excused from new Medicaid work requirements, some families are already struggling with what illnesses guarantee health coverage because of a disability.
	If the Emmys were up to us ... The Pitt, Hacks, Widow's Bay and Pluribus are leading the Emmy nominations pack this year. Here's who we'll have our fingers crossed for on Monday night.
	Connor Wood: 40 things I’ll miss after 40 months living in the Quad-Cities Departing managing editor Connor Wood writes about 40 things he’ll miss after 40 months living in the Quad-Cities, starting with the newsroom.
	The secret quest to preserve Palestinian writer Raja Shehadeh's diaries Leading Palestinian writer Raja Shehadeh has documented Israel's occupation of the West Bank since day one. Fearing the occupation might consume his archive, he secretly moved it to Scotland
	Memories of Muscatine: The municipal sub-station and service building at 2nd and Pine This week for Memories of Muscatine: A Minton photo of the electric distribution center completed in 1937.
	Memories of Muscatine: Henderson Cheverlot-Oldsmobile Dealership and Garage This week for Memories of Muscatine: The showroom and repair shop at the corner of Sycamore and Mississippi Drive.
	Neighbor turned on neighbor after Charlie Kirk's killing. Is the divide here to stay? The assassination of far right activist Charlie Kirk opened the floodgates of neighbor-on-neighbor doxing. A year later, the damage to political discourse in the U.S. remains.
	Miami crash raises concerns about the jet's operator, and why it's flying for Amazon The cargo plane crash in Miami is raising concerns about the safety culture at 21 Air, one of the carriers that fly for Amazon. Former pilots were sounding alarms even before Sunday's accident.
	Why are the people building the most powerful AI so worried about what it could do? As an Anthropic resignation and OpenAI agents' hack on Hugging Face capture public attention, some researchers worry the industry is racing too fast to develop powerful AI while safety measures lag.
	Explore Muscatine's history - one step at a time The Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to enjoy a family‑friendly afternoon at the annual Walk (or Ride) Through History beginning at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, at Greenwood Cemetery, 1814 Lucas St. This free event welcomes all ages and celebrates Muscatine’s rich past in an upbeat, engaging way, a news release says. [...]
	BRICS leaders meet in India as wars and US tensions test the bloc Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosts Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping and other leaders of the BRICS nations for a summit on trade, investment, and global conflicts.
	Venice Film Festival ends with Golden Lion at stake after 'NAZA' draws record ovation The documentary "NAZA," in which Israeli military insiders describe what they call the systemic killing of Palestinian civilians in Gaza, received a 25-minute standing ovation — the longest on record.
	Yemen's Houthis capture a Red Sea island in threat to shipping Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have captured a strategic island in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The move threatens Saudi oil exports through a key commercial lane. And Saudi Arabia said it shut down a major oil pipeline as a precaution after it came under attack.
Friday, September 11th, 2026
	Walcott names youth football field after longtime coach Dennis Johns The youth football field in Walcott will forever be named Dennis Johns Field to honor the late coach who spent 36 years coaching and teaching.
	The Easy Chair This is Roald Tweet on Rock Island.The City of Rock Island might well have become the chair capitol of the world, had it not been for an actress named…
	Rock Island Arsenal remembers September 11 attacks 25 years later Ceremonies around the nation, including at the Rock Island Arsenal, were held to remember the tragic events of September 11, 2001, 25 years later. Stories recalling tails of heroes have been passed down through that time, reminding people of the thousands who lost their lives that day, including the hundreds of first responders. For many, [...]
	Community members protest dog's euthanization in Whiteside County Animal control said the dog, Starsky, bit its owner twice. Happy Tails claims this account is inaccurate and that the dog wasn't given a fair shot.
	Davenport Fire Chief reflects on 9/11’s lasting impact 25 years later 343 firefighters died on Sept. 11, 2001 in New York, and firehouses in the Quad Cities felt it too.
	Suzy Bogguss returning to Aledo for two Christmas shows at Opera House The Grand Ole Opry member has performed in Aledo before, but never at the Opera House. She will have two Christmas shows on Dec. 8 and 9.
	Jordan Catholic reflects on faith, community 25 years after 9/11 25 years later, Jordan Catholic remembers the Mass that followed 9/11. Current students learned about that day and how the nation came together.
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	Quad Cities International Airport police and fire chief remembers working 9/11 Jeff Swan said that moments after seeing the second tower hit, his chief at the time came in and said they were closing the airport.
	Davenport temporarily closes River’s Edge Ice Arena after mold found Restoration started Friday and will last four to five weeks.
	A big weekend of sports coming to the Quad Cities As we get ready for the weekend, we are looking out at the weather for a big weekend of sports here in the Quad Cities. Starting it off with Saturday, the CyHawk game, Iowa State against Iowa tomorrow at 6:30pm where the weather is going to be staying clear with warm temperatures in the low [...]
	Muscatine firefighters climb stadium stairs to honor 9/11 first responders Firefighters climbed up and down 2,200 steps to symbolize the 110 floors of the World Trade Center.
	Rock Island Arsenal marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 with remembrance ceremony A ceremony was held on Arsenal Island to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks.
	River's Edge Ice Arena closing for 4-5 weeks due to maintenance The City of Davenport says the River's Edge Ice Arena is closing for four to five weeks for maintenance.
	Davenport man charged with leaving toddler home alone A Davenport man is facing child neglect charges after police say he left a toddler home alone while he went out drinking.
	Iowa State Patrol Trooper released from hospital following Stuart shooting An Iowa State Patrol Trooper injured in a shooting in Stuart last month has been released from the hospital.
	River's Edge Ice Arena to close for at least four weeks after mold discovery The summer's high humidity led to moisture buildup, and staff discovered mold in two locker rooms. The mold is not toxic and the rooms were closed, according to Friday's announcement.
	Arsenal ceremony honors 9/11 victims, those who served Service members, first responders, Gold Star families and community leaders gathered at the Arsenal’s 9/11 memorial to honor those killed and those who served.
	QCA senior and disability expo highlights information and services Seniors and people with disabilities got free information and services at a Quad-City expo. The Illinois Iowa Center for Independent Living hosted its 16th annual senior and disability expo at Bally's Quad Cities. More than 40 vendors shared information on health care, transportation, housing and scams targeting seniors, including AI-related scams. For more information about [...]
	Iowans march 21 miles to capitol honoring 9/11 first responders Dozens of people walked 21 miles from Waukee to the Iowa State Capitol to honor 415 first responders who died 25 years ago on September 11th, 2001.
	RAYGUN selling shirts in honor of Iowa Marching Band member Local clothing brand RAYGUN announced on Friday they are selling shirts in honor of Derek Phillips, the Iowa Marching Band member who collapsed at last week’s football game and died.
	Aledo Opera House to hold 9/11 event, movie showing Aledo Opera House staff talks about hosting a special 9/11 movie showing event and announces a visit from a member of the Grand Ole Opry.
	River's Edge Ice Arena in Davenport temporarily closing for maintenance The city said the arena will be closed for four to five weeks.
	Rock Island Arsenal honors 25th anniversary of 9/11 Staff Sgt. Nathan Cox, a native of the Quad Cities, reenlisted in the Army after 9/11. He was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2008.
	Whiteside Co. Animal Control, humane society clash over decision to euthanize dog A nearly month-long outcry for a dog’s release from animal control ends with a euthanasia sentence—a decision one local animal shelter calls “absolutely unacceptable.”
	Whiteside County Animal Control to euthanize dog that bit owner; despite pleas to release to animal shelter The Whiteside County Animal Control reported they still plan to euthanize a dog following several pleas from residents to release the dog to a local animal shelter.
	Mold remediation closing The River's Edge Davenport is closing The River’s Edge Ice Arena for 4 -5 weeks for facility maintenance, effective September 11 at 4 p.m., according to a news release from the city. The closure allows the city to work with contractors to address the facility’s issues and reopen it as quickly as possible. High humidity during the summer [...]
	Muscatine Fire Department remembers 9/11 with stair climb The Muscatine Fire Department held a stair climb to remember and honor those affected by 9/11.
	Celebration of Conservation Treasures Natural & Man-Made event to close Kellogg Street, Galesburg Explore the wonders of nature and storytelling at the Celebration of Conservation Treasures Natural & Man-Made event on Sunday, September 13 at the Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg and along Kellogg Street. The free public open house brings regional environmental organizations, interactive displays and live storytelling together to celebrate local conservation efforts. Admission is free but [...]
	How shofars became the spiritual soundtrack of Rosh Hashanah Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, begins at sunset Friday. For many Jews around the world, a highlight of the holiday will be hearing the shofar: an animal's horn blown like a trumpet.
	LeClaire Wine Stampede benefits Humane Society of Scott County Enjoy wine samples from some of eastern Iowa’s top wineries while raising funds for the Humane Society of Scott County. The second annual LeClaire Wine Stampede takes place on Saturday, September 26 from 2 – 5 p.m. in downtown LeClaire. Shops along Cody Road will turn into tasting stops where guests can enjoy complimentary samples [...]
	Amid war and sanctions, many Iranians are losing their jobs and struggling to get by Many Iranians lost their jobs because of the war and the U.S. blockade. Now some are even losing their backup jobs as sanctions tighten.
	In photos: Remembering the Sept. 11 attacks, 25 years later Around the U.S., ceremonies commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11th terror attacks in New York and at the Pentagon.
	Dedicated Walcott teacher and coach honored with naming at school field The Davenport Community School District on Thursday dedicated the Walcott K-8 School football field in honor of the late Coach Dennis Johns, recognizing his lasting impact.
	Galesburg police arrest woman after possible stabbing; victim airlifted Galesburg police were dispatched to a possible stabbing early Thursday morning, where they discovered a critically injured victim. A suspect is in custody.
	13-year-old charged with arson in June LeClaire house fire No one was injured in the fire that broke out on June 24.
	13-year-old boy arrested for alleged arson, burglary in LeClaire A 13-year-old boy was arrested in connection to a house fire in June.
	This reissued short story collection captures Iowa life 100 years ago In 1926, Ruth Suckow published Iowa Interiors, the short story collection that put her on the map. A centennial reissue aims to keep her legacy alive.

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