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    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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    Lionel Richie postpones two shows after falling ill on opening night of tour

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Richie, 77, cut his show early on Wednesday night after telling audiences he felt dizzy.

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    Venezuelan gamer captures deadly earthquakes on Twitch stream: ‘I’m not kidding’

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Gabriella Suarez, who has more than 300,000 followers on Twitch, could be seen running off-screen during a Minecraft stream on…

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    Red Lobster’s endless shrimp promotion now at center of a lawsuit

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The complaint alleges Thai Union forced the chain to buy overpriced shrimp while making the promotion permanent despite internal warnings.

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    World Cup bracket: See who is moving on to the round of 32

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The group stages are well underway, and the stage for the knockout round is starting to set. Here’s which teams…

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    23 homes damaged after house explosion in Cleveland, Ohio suburb

    ByJohn Gerstner

    According to Lt. Mike Perlatti of the Twinsburg Fire Department, crews were initially called to Thursday afternoon for a reported…

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    Supreme Court limits cancer claims on Roundup; Iowa farmers express concern

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The Supreme Court has limited the cancer claims linked to Roundup, a move upsetting some Iowa farmers who fear it…

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    When does Team USA play next? See the schedule for the knockout round

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The U.S. team is already performing better in the 2026 tournament than it did in its last World Cup appearance….

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    USMNT loses 3-2 to Turkey in World Cup group finale

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The USMNT had already secured a spot in the knockout round going into the third and final game of the…

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    Venezuela health minister says around 235 people dead and 4,300 injured in catastrophic earthquakes

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Wednesday evening’s 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes were among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century.

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    Rob and Michele Reiner’s son Jake makes first public appearance since his parents’ murders

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Jake Reiner was at the Hollywood Legion Theater for the “Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness” premiere — and…

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    New Illinois driving test age requirements start July 1

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The 2025 law raises mandatory driving test age for older drivers.

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    Lee, Whiteside County residents concerned about data center construction

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The Lee County Industrial Development Association (LCIDA) advertised a piece of land east of Rock Falls by Highway 30 as…

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    Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ immigration detention center is closing, governor says

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Officials announced a temporary closure of the facility earlier in June, saying hurricane season made it unsafe to keep the…

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    VIDEO: Dramatic footage shows small plane crashing down in Alaska

    ByJohn Gerstner

    A small plane’s emergency landing in the Alaskan wilderness, caught on video, captured the tense moments as it came down…

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    Why are World Cup matches being played simultaneously at the end of group stage?

    ByJohn Gerstner

    A 1982 match, known as the “Disgrace of Gijon,” changed the group stage forever, resulting in simultaneous matches for teams…

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    Pregnancy blood levels, Ebola outbreak response and 4 ways to advocate for your health

    ByJohn Gerstner

    In today’s health news: New research links maternal hemoglobin levels to pregnancy outcomes and global health officials ramp up efforts…

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    Rock Island deputy fire chief retires after 25 years of service

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Rock Island Deputy Fire Chief Greg Marty will retire Aug. 20 after 25 years with the fire department.

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    Supreme Court sides with Trump administration over policy to turn back asylum seekers at US-Mexico border

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The court debated whether the noncitizens who were stopped on the Mexican side of the U.S.-Mexico border had actually arrived…

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    Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting married at Madison Square Garden? Here’s what we know.

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Would Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce really get married in Madison Square Garden? The evidence is growing.

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    President Trump kicks off ‘Great American State Fair’ with National Mall rally

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Already decked out with a Ferris wheel, the National Mall will be transformed into an exhibition ground for the Great…

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    iHeartMedia layoffs hit home as Quad Cities talent lose jobs

    ByJohn Gerstner

    Several local radio stations, including WLLR and Big 106.5, are owned by iHeart.

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    Amy Adams says she helped save a stabbing victim’s life and credits short-lived TV role for medical training

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The six-time Oscar nominee shared the wild story on the “SmartLess” podcast, recounting how she and her dad sprang into…

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    Pritzker signs bill protecting medical records for abortion patients in Illinois

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The new law will shield people from out-of-state retaliation.

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    Back-to-back powerful earthquakes slam Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital of Caracas

    ByJohn Gerstner

    The 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude quakes are among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century.

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