From Plows to Progress: The Evolution of Farm Machinery in the Quad Cities
The Quad Cities. When you hear that name, you might picture the mighty Mississippi, bustling downtowns, and maybe even some…
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Bettendorf | Davenport | East Moline | Illinois | Iowa | Moline
QC All-Stars: Famous Folks You Might Not Know Are From Here
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
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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Bettendorf | Davenport | East Moline | Moline | Rock Island
Top 10 Things to Do in the Quad Cities
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
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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Metro Link partners with local libraries to provide free rides for summer reading programs
Metro buses are partnering with local libraries to provide free rides to summer reading programs for children ages four to…
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Massive 300-foot U.S. flag draped over Hoover Dam for America’s 250th anniversary
The Hoover Dam, built during the Great Depression, is one of the nation’s biggest infrastructure achievements.
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100-year-old WWII veteran finally attends prom more than 80 years later
Illinois students surprised a 100-year-old veteran with a prom invitation after learning he missed the milestone when he left for…
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BBB study highlights spike in job scams targeting online workers
A new study from the Better Business Bureau reveals a surge in task-based employment scams, tricking job seekers with fake…
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Learning the ropes at DavenportU Citizens’ Academy
15 Davenport residents, including News 8’s Maddie Franz, spent 3 months learning about what each city department does.
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Bicyclist injured after crash involving pickup truck
An investigation is still ongoing, but officials with the Scott County Sheriff’s Office said charges are pending.
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Musical acts back out of Trump’s National Mall concert: ‘Never told about political involvement’
Young MC, Morris Day, the Commodores and Martina McBride are among the scheduled acts who have said they will not…
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Colorado man stolen from Chilean family as baby reunites with birth mother who thought he was dead for 35 years
Kyle Adler, who was born Marcos Antonio Navarrete in Chile, discovered his true identity after being adopted as a baby…
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Illinois lawmakers approve bill to regulate e-bikes, scooters
Speed limits and age restrictions are part of the new limits.
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These cities and states were hotspots for dog attacks on mail workers, USPS says
The postal service said employees reported more than 5,200 dog attacks in the last year.
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Insurance regulation bills clear Illinois General Assembly
Pritzker says he’ll sign legislation to regulate auto, homeowners insurance rates.
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What to know about ibuprofen and other NSAIDs
Many reach for it out of habit, but experts want you to know the potential risks involved.
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An Indiana Tim Hortons remains closed following 75-year-old’s death after fight with worker
It could still be weeks before the cause and manner of death are officially determined for the woman who died…
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Six Flags bans guest from parks after viral video of him eating chicken nuggets on roller coaster
“This guest has been banned from all Six Flags parks for life,” according to a statement from Cedar Point spokesperson…
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Motorcyclist taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after crash in Davenport
First responders were called to the intersection of West 3rd and Marquette Streets early Thursday morning.
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Thursday marks 3 years since fatal Davenport apartment building collapse
A class action lawsuit continues to play out in court, with a trial tentatively scheduled for August 2027.
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Video shows devastation, crushed cars after deadly chemical tank implosion at Washington paper mill
New video shows the sheer amount of devastation after a tank holding corrosive white liquor imploded at a paper mill…
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Two moon events combine this Sunday for rare sky show
This weekend’s blue moon also qualifies as a micromoon because it will occur near the moon’s farthest point from Earth…
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Vermont becomes first U.S. state to ban paraquat herbicide over possible link to Parkinson’s
The Michael J. Fox Foundation praised Vermont’s ban as a public health milestone.
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Google engineer accused of secretly using search data to make $1.2M on Polymarket
Prosecutors said Michele Spagnuolo used confidential Google trend data to place winning bets before the information became public.
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Trump Accounts: Here’s how to sign up as app launches ahead of July 4 rollout
Parents who signed up for the Trump accounts will soon start receiving email instructions on activating the account, the Treasury…
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Iowa woman creates app to help others understand signs of domestic abuse
Sara Love watched community members, a family member and even herself experience toxic relationships. Now, she’s making an app to…
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16,200 Ford Bronco SUVs recalled because pieces of their roofs might fly off into traffic
A manufacturing failure could cause pieces of the roof on affected cars to crack and break off while driving.
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Pay It Forward: Muscatine professor advocates for mental health awareness amid cancer fight
Muscatine Community College professor Lori Sheppard is turning a personal cancer battle into a message of hope.
