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Second not guilty plea in $100,000 theft from Floyd County senior citizen
CHARLES CITY, Iowa – A second not guilty plea is entered over $100,000 stolen from an elderly person in Floyd County. Charmaine R. Carr, 37 of Charles City, has now pleaded not guilty to financial exploitation of an older individual. Carr’s trial is scheduled to begin on September 17.
2 hospitalized after shooting in Sterling Tuesday, police say
STERLING, Ill. (KWQC) - Sterling Police say two males have been hospitalized after a shooting in Sterling Tuesday. It happened around 6 p.m. in the area of 13th Ave. and East 5th St., according to police. According to a media release from police, the two males were passengers in a...
Probable cause found for two to be tried for fatal shooting
A Knox County judge says there’s probable cause for two people to be tried in connection with a fatal shooting a month and a half ago. Knox County Court records indicate Judge Chad Long ruled Monday that probable cause exists to try Chase Houlden, Jr, and Gabriel Moore, both 19, on counts including First-Degree Murder and Aggravated Battery.
What Happens to Iowa if the New Madrid Fault Line Shakes Again?
When it comes to natural disasters, the Hawkeye State faces several risks: flooding, tornadoes, winter storms, drought, etc... But most Iowans would be shocked if you told them that a major fault line can be found not far from the state's borders. A major earthquake in this region could cause significant damage in several states, including Iowa.
Union Demands Iowa Reinstate Collective Bargaining Rights
(Cedar Rapids, IA) -- Union workers are demanding the state restore their collective bargaining rights. Under current Iowa law, key issues like healthcare, layoffs, and evaluation procedures are non-negotiable. At a press conference yesterday, the union and its workers said they want the old guidelines reinstated. They say fair bargaining...
Iowa Mobile ID is now available on Samsung Smart Wallet
Iowa Department of Transportation announced that the Iowa Mobile ID system will now be available on Samsung Smart Wallet on all Samsung Galaxy devices running Android 12.0 or above. "You can use your Iowa Mobile ID in Samsung Wallet at participating Travel Security Agency checkpoints including the Des Moines and Eastern Iowa airports," a DOT news release said. The news release clarifies that the Iowa Mobile ID does not replace a physical driver's license. ...
Ag In an Instant: Tornado's path in Iowa sprouts hope with unexpected corn growth
We have had a lot of severe weather recently throughout the Midwest, which has left behind it destruction in some places. But, there was a tornado in Iowa last may that traced a path of new growth. Resident of Greenfield Iowa Wendi Lane took to Facebook to share these pictures...
America’s Got Talent Casting Producer Coming To Eastern Iowa Festival
A Quad Citian could find themselves on the national stage!. Alternating Currents, an exciting festival of art, music, comedy, and film, will be the searching ground for America's Got Talent!. According to a post from the festival, a Casting Producer for the show will be coming to the Quad Cities...
Mt. Olive Church of God in Christ hosts 12th annual back-to-school supply giveaway
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Mount Olive Church of God in Christ will host it’s 12th annual back-to-school supply giveaway. The giveaway is set for Aug. 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. located at 1020 N. Ripley Street in Davenport. The event will provide free school supplies for K-12...
Police arrest teen after Iowa mall shooting that left 2 people hurt
DAVENPORT, Iowa (AP) — Investigators arrested a teenager in connection with a shooting at an Iowa mall that left the teen and another person wounded and sent people running for safety, police said Tuesday.
Bears Have Been Spotted in Southern Illinois. Officials Say Northerners Should Also Be Prepared for Furry Visitors
After confirming several black bear sightings in southern Illinois in recent weeks, wildlife officials issued a reminder to residents in northern Illinois that furry guests might also pay a visit here. “With established (black bear) populations in the adjacent states of Missouri and Wisconsin, occasional summer movements by bears into...
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