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EF-1 tornado confirmed near Taylor Ridge, US National Weather Service says
ROCK ISLAND Co., Ill. (KWQC) - Another tornado from Monday night’s storms was confirmed by the US National Weather Service. An EF-1 started near Taylor Ridge in Rock Island County and moved towards Sherrard and into Andover, according to the NWS, Tuesday afternoon. Additionally, the NWS confirmed an EF-1...
Cities impacted by severe weather implement debris collection sites
KEWANEE, Ill. (KWQC) - A storm that moved across Iowa and Illinois into Indiana and Ohio has been classified as a derecho by the Storm Prediction Center. A derecho is defined as a line of intense, widespread, and fast-moving windstorms, that sometimes include thunderstorms. The storm moves across a long distance and includes damaging winds.
Unemployment claims in Illinois increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Illinois rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 9,475 in the week ending July 6, up from 8,906 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment...
Activists, lawmakers protest proposed rate hikes by water utilities
(The Center Square) – More than 1.5 million Illinois consumers may soon be paying a lot more for water. According to the Citizens Utility Board, Aqua Illinois and Illinois American Water customers are affected by proposed rate hikes, which could cost households nearly $30 a month. Illinois State Rep. Dagmara Avelar said inflation has made everyday costs burdensome, especially for lower and fixed-income households. ...
Boss Manufacturing Company and its workers responded to Uncle Sam’s call in World War I
Throughout history, Kewanee manufacturers have played a critical role amid times of national crisis. Often on short notice, they pivoted to churning out entirely new products to protect men and women in the military, producing much-needed supplies and support for the country’s defense. Here’s a brief story of Boss...
Widespread Power Outages and Damage Following Strong Storms
There are widespread power outages throughout the area. Thousands are without power in the immediate area. There are trees down, power lines down, roads are blocked, highways are blocked, so stay home if possible. Travel will be difficult. Parts of Kewanee got more than 70 mph winds. PLEASE stay home. Many, many roads are blocked by trees and utility lines and police and fire need room to do their jobs.
New Water Treatment Plant Online in Prophetstown; City Sells One New Lot
The water treatment plant on Buttercup Lane is completely online, operational, and EPA approved, reported Public Works Director Brian Strike. The city is planning to hold an open house for the community within the month and will announce the date when scheduled. Read about the project’s progress in this AroundPtown report from December 2023.
Man shot, critically injured in domestic disturbance, Rock Island police say
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (KWQC) - The Rock Island Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance Monday night where one person was shot, officials said. The incident remains under investigation. Monday, at approximately 8:08 p.m., officers responded to the 3700 block of 5th Street for a report of shots being fired,...
QC, That’s Where! WIU prepares future community leaders
MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) -Western Illinois University was founded as a teacher’s college back in the late 1800s. The university has grown to now provide student-centered undergraduate and graduate programs, integrated programs, pre-professional programs, and certificate programs all characterized by innovative teaching, research, and service, grounded in interdisciplinary, regional and global perspectives over two campuses--including this focus on the urban campus in Moline, Illinois.
Soldiers from U.S. Army camp in Kuwait send thanks to 95.3 The Bull, Rockford for care packages
ROCKFORD — Soldiers stationed at a U.S. Army camp shared their thanks with Rockford and listeners of 95.3 The Bull for the Shoeboxes for Soldiers care packages that arrived this week. More than 300 care packages are being delivered to deployed troops around the world thanks to the Shoeboxes...
Local seniors and farmers markets benefit from Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Farmers market season is in full swing and older adults may be able to get help buying fresh, local produce thanks to a new program giving seniors greater access to healthy foods. The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), a joint initiative by the Illinois Department...
Carver Arena ice plant will be replaced, civic center official says.
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — News about the recent improvements to the Peoria Civic Center brought praise to some and worry to others. Those who were worried had one question on their mind: “where’s the repair to the machine that makes ice for the Peoria Rivermen hockey team?”
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