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    Illinois | Moline

    From Plows to Progress: The Evolution of Farm Machinery in the Quad Cities

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The Quad Cities. When you hear that name, you might picture the mighty Mississippi, bustling downtowns, and maybe even some…

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  • QC All-Stars: Famous Folks You Might Not Know Are From Here
    Bettendorf | Davenport | East Moline | Illinois | Iowa | Moline

    QC All-Stars: Famous Folks You Might Not Know Are From Here

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Ever heard of a place punching above its weight? That’s the Quad Cities in a nutshell. We might not be…

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    Bettendorf | Davenport | East Moline | Illinois | Iowa | Moline | Rock Island

    From River Rats to Rock ‘n’ Roll: A Whirlwind Tour Through Quad Cities History

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Alright, buckle up, history buffs (and those who just like a good story), because we’re about to take a trip…

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  • Top 10 Things to Do in the Quad Cities
    Bettendorf | Davenport | East Moline | Moline | Rock Island

    Top 10 Things to Do in the Quad Cities

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The Quad Cities, a vibrant region straddling the Mississippi River, offers a diverse range of experiences for visitors and locals…

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    German court says Birkenstock sandals aren’t works of art

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The shoe manufacturer claimed its sandals “are copyright-protected works of applied art” that may not be imitated in a lawsuit…

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    Zookeepers at an Indiana zoo were attacked by wolves during ‘incident’ inside wolf enclosure

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The shocking incident occurred after one of the zoo’s wolves died due to natural causes.

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    1 dead, 3 hurt in shooting after California high school graduation ceremony

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Fairfield Police are investigating the shooting after the Sem Yeto High School graduation ceremony in the Bay Area.

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    National Donut Day 2026: Here’s where to score free and discounted treats on Friday

    ByJohn Gerstner

    National Donut Day dates back to World War I, and is celebrated on the first Friday of June each year….

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    How to get a free Chipotle burrito after the NBA Finals

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Fans will need to watch Chipotle’s social media after the final game and be among the first to text a…

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    Trader Joe’s tote bag release: Viral mini totes to return with new summer designs

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The $2.99 bags have sparked long lines, quick sellouts and a thriving resale market since first debuting in 2024.

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    Beyond the Badge 2026: Nominate an officer making a difference

    ByJohn Gerstner

    In memory of the late Detective Richard “Rick” Ryckeghem, we’re looking to honor another officer going above and beyond the…

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    Alabama family seeks help finding Auburn student missing in Japan

    ByJohn Gerstner

    James “Weston” Higginbotham disappeared during a family trip to Japan.

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    Sheriff’s deputy working at school in Georgia accused of on-duty sexual assault at nearby home

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Sheriff Moulton says a disabled radio and an abandoned computer cost deputy Nakia Benefield his job — before he was…

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    Tiananmen Square victims’ families told not to visit graves on 37th anniversary

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Authorities in Hong Kong have banned a vigil, dedicated to victims since 2020, at first citing the COVID-19 pandemic.

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    Iowa train derailment: What to know about the intersection and the rail line

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The track is operated by Iowa Interstate Railroad.

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    Inside the Obama Presidential Center: A first look at Chicago’s newest landmark

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The $850 million campus officially opens June 19 and is being celebrated as both a tribute to President Barack Obama’s…

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    Downtown Moline parking study draws mixed views on parking needs

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Moline officials are gathering feedback on downtown parking, but some residents, visitors and business owners disagree on whether there’s a…

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    Kuwait says Iranian drones hit airport and killed 1 as ceasefire is tested again

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Talks have dragged on for weeks, and repeated exchanges of strikes in the Gulf region and Israel’s broadening war in…

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    Sellers are pulling homes off the market at near-record rates as buyers balk at high prices

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Frustrated sellers face a buyer’s market with growing inventory, according to real estate brokerage Redfin.

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    Trump says he’s nominating Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Trump said at a dinner at the White House that he plans to nominate Blanche formally on Thursday, according to…

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    Russell Wilson announces he’s leaving NFL, moving to CBS Sports

    ByJohn Gerstner

    “Thank you, football,” the Super Bowl-winning quarterback said in an social media post.

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    Firefighter dying of cancer is on a mission to save his wife’s life

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Years before Todd Brook was diagnosed with cancer, his wife was told she’d need a kidney transplant. He can no…

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    Lawsuit: Florida family ate from worm-infested can of SpaghettiOs

    ByJohn Gerstner

    A Florida mom says she and her young daughter ate from a can of SpaghettiOs before discovering live worms moving…

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    Woman sues Outback Steakhouse for $1.5M after allegedly slipping on mashed potatoes

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The lawsuit accused the company of being “unreasonably dangerous” conditions for customers.

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    Race for Iowa State Auditor set after Chris Cournoyer wins Republican primary

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Cournoyer secured 54% of the vote over Abigail Maas to become the Republican nominee for State Auditor. She will face…

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    How to help those impacted by Muscatine shootings

    ByJohn Gerstner

    All of the victims’ names were read aloud during a vigil Tuesday evening, where the football stadium stands were packed…

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    Train derailment in Iowa: 1 dead after train collides with semi

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The Poweshiek County Sheriff’s Office responded to a crash involving a semi-truck and a train in the 3900 block of…

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    Iowa DOT research on superloads, work zone safety earns national honors

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Researchers were looking at the impact of oversized loads on Iowa roads, particularly rural ones, as well as how effective…

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    Local teen driving course teaches emergency maneuvers and crash avoidance

    ByJohn Gerstner

    ‘Street Survival’ picks up where driver’s ed leaves off by teaching what to do when the unexpected happens. This summer’s…

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