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Rockford could backtrack on former Kmart, U-Haul property vote
Rockford Ald. Gina Meeks, D-12, is having second thoughts about her vote to reject a plan to redevelop a former Kmart property. And she may not be alone. Rockford City Council voted 10-2 to deny a special use permit and code variations sought by Orput Companies Inc. for the redevelopment of the U-Haul-owned 15-acre property at the corner of State Street and Mulford Road.
'Blessing in disguise': Metamora grad battles MS, excels in military Warrior Games
PEORIA — Allie Smith has two armfuls of medals from the 2024 U.S. Department of Defense Warrior Games, but the real prize proved to be the mettle she discovered through competition. The Germantown Hills native and former Metamora soccer player is a U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant working as an avionics expert, repairing...
Woman Who Found Wedding Dress in a Ditch Can't Locate Owner—And the Internet Thinks It Belongs to a Runaway Bride
Wedding dresses are extremely valuable—both economically and sentimentally—pieces of clothing. That’s why when one woman discovered a bridal gown lying on the side of the highway, she went to great lengths to track down the rightful owner. According to the local news station in Des Moines, Iowa, CBS-affiliated KCCI, the woman, Denise Gannon, was driving with her husband on the highway, just north of Rippey, Iowa, in June 2024 when she noticed something in a ditch on the side of the road. “All this fluff was just fluffing around in the wind,” Gannon recalled.
Davenport filmmaker’s newest movie includes ‘Facts of Life’ actress
It’s a fact of life: Award-winning Davenport filmmaker Stephen Folker just wrapped a movie based on the book “My Heart Remembers.”. And among its stars is a face familiar to fans of a long-running television sitcom. Folker was hired to direct and film (cinematographer) after Melinda Myers, one...
WATCH: Wienermobile Wipes Out on Illinois Expressway
The oversized hot dog on wheels was involved in an accident Monday morning which shut down traffic on an Illinois expressway for hours. Did you know that at any given moment there are six different official Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles that roam the country? As an avid "Frank-Fanatic" I closely monitor the Wienermobile's whereabouts.
‘We Are Here With That Insecurity’: Mixed-Status Families Weigh Leaving Iowa
This story was originally published by Investigate Midwest. Having spent more than half her life in Waterloo, Iowa, she has built a life here. It’s where she met her husband and where her only daughter, who wants to become a sonographer, was born. That’s why, after a day’s work...
6 Animal Rescues Housing 50+ Abandoned Dogs From Belvidere
After 50+ dogs were abandoned at Hammertime Dog Park in Belvidere, the Boone County Animal Services found rescues for all of them. Here's how you can donate!. On Monday, July 15th, over 50 dogs were dumped at Hammertime Dog Park in Belvidere, Illinois. After the news dropped, the community came together to help the Boone County Animal Services support these pups while they await forever homes.
Large police presence reported at North Park Mall
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - A large police presence has been reported at North Park Mall. TV6 has received viewer reports saying customers are in stores with the gates locked. This is a developing story. TV6 will continue to provide updates online and on air when they become available.
Traffic alert: Section of Territorial Road in Davenport closed as of Monday
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The Scott County Road Department says part of Territorial Road will be closed beginning Monday. The department said the road will be closed between 257th Avenue and 270th Avenue. The road will be closed for a culvert replacement project, the department said. According the the department,...
American Red Cross and Salvation Army supply flood cleanup kits, potable water
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The American Red Cross and Salvation Army will start distributing flood cleanup kits beginning Monday while also continuing to supply potable water, Scott County Emergency Management Agency says. Distribution will take place 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, according to the agency. Residents affected...
Vehicle hits building in Rock Island
There is major damage to a building and stop sign in Rock Island after a vehicle crashed into them. Rock Island Police shared with Our Quad Cities News that an accident involving a vehicle and a residence occurred at 1:27a.m. on the 4400 block of 14th avenue. There were no witnesses to the accident; however, police believe it was the driver of a tan, 2018 Chevrolet Equinox, who lost control and struck the residence.
1972 – Gerber Grabs First Win at West Liberty
Jim Gerber of Davenport grabbed his first feature win of the season at West Liberty Raceway. – Dick Kleindolph Photo. West Liberty, Iowa (July 22, 1972) – Jim Gerber of Long Grove finally ran into some good luck at West Liberty Raceway as he copped his first feature win of the season in Mississippi Valley Speed Club action before an estimated 3,000 fans.
'They gave me a chance' | Quad City tree company removes falling tree, for free
DAVENPORT, Iowa — It was a blessing in action as Kevin Cross woke up on Sunday morning to a local tree company taking care of the massive problem in his backyard. Squirrel's Tree Care, out of Rock Island, spent the morning cutting, bracing, sawing and removing a massive tree that had partially toppled in Cross's backyard. And they did it all, for free.
East Moline shooting victim identified
UPDATE: Rock Island County Coroner Brian Gustason told Our Quad Cities News a victim in an East Moline shooting has been identified as Damion L. Hall, 40, of Rock Island. An autopsy was performed Monday in Rockford, he said, and preliminary findings are that Hall had a gunshot wound to the abdomen.
Fire crews fight garage blaze in Davenport
Fire crews remained on the scene of a fire in a garage on the 1700 block of Fillmore, just south of its intersection with Locust Street, on Sunday evening. Firefighters told Our Quad Cities News crew that the fire started about 6:10 p.m. There were no apparent injuries. Crews remained...
Company That Owns Illinois Pizza Huts Files for Bankruptcy
The struggle continues for many food franchises as a company that owns many Pizza Hut locations in Illinois has reportedly filed for bankruptcy. Nation's Restaurant News reported today that EYM Pizza L.P. has filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the eastern district of Texas Monday. They said this pizza company "operates units in the South and Midwest". According to their corporate site, that includes Pizza Hut locations in Illinois.
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