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Muscatine woman arrested on 67 animal neglect charges
An arrest has been made in a severe animal-neglect incident in Muscatine last month. According to a news release from the City of Muscatine and arrest affidavits, charges were filed against Kelly Marie Adams, 44, of Muscatine on Monday, July 8. On Monday, June 17, a search warrant was executed in the 2400 block of […]
Iowa’s Latest Billionaire Made Their Fortune on the Farm
If you've ever wondered who the richest person was in Iowa, we have an answer! If you assumed that Iowa's richest person had something to do with farming or agriculture, you would have assumed correctly. Who is the Richest Person in Iowa in 2024?. The latest Iowa billionaire is Harry...
Speed Awareness: IDOT, NHTSA, law enforcement agencies urge drivers to slow down, save lives
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Illinois Department of Transportation is partnering with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and other law enforcement agencies to promote the nationwide, “Speeding Catches Up with You” speeding prevention campaign to remind drivers to slow down and to emphasize the importance of safe driving.
Galesburg police investigating shooting involving father and son
GALESBURG, Ill. (KWQC) - Galesburg police are investigating a shooting involving a father and son. Brian Swise is charged with aggravated discharge of a firearm, aggravated domestic battery and possession of a firearm by a felon, according to a media release from Galesburg police. The charges against Brian stem from...
Citing recent Supreme Court ruling, Madigan attorneys want majority of corruption charges dismissed
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s lawyers are seeking dismissal of 14 of the 23 corruption counts in light of a US Supreme Court ruling in the bribery case of the former mayor of Portage, Indiana, James Snyder.
The City of Galesburg deals with aftermath of Monday’s storm
GALESBURG, Ill. (KWQC) - The City of Galesburg is recovering after storms ripped through the area Monday evening. The city says multiple tree limbs and power lines were brought down because of storm. Crews are working to clear limbs and storm debris from roadways. In areas where power lines are involved, the city must wait for Ameren to assess and repair damage before clearing debris.
UI Health Care leads Iowa in US News & World Report rankings with top honors in 8 specialties
University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center reaffirmed its position as Iowa's premier hospital, securing top honors in the U.S. News & World's report of "Best Hospitals" for 2024-2025. The school's various hospitals and clinics earned national recognition in eight adult specialties. "This national recognition is a testament to the compassionate, high-quality care...
TRAFFIC ALERT: Rockingham Road intersection down to one lane after 2 semis crash
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Davenport police are directing traffic after two semi-trucks crashed, with one hitting a utility pole. The crash happened at about 7:30 a.m. Wednesday at Rockingham Road and Fairmount Street. The intersection was down to one lane while a semi was waiting for a tow. Police said...
Empty Illinois Civil War Era House Has Hidden Underground Bunker
You never know what you'll discover when you explore a home that dates back to the Civil War era. That's what happened in Illinois not that long ago when urban explorers found that an abandoned house also included a hidden secret underground bunker. There's no exact location given other than...
Ken Jennings leaves fans offended after ‘cheap shot’ towards Jeopardy!’s new champ Jay Fisher
JEOPARDY! host Ken Jennings has offended some viewers with his recent jab at champion Jay Fisher. The game show host took a crack at the Illinois native's brief political career and shocked viewers with his comments. During Tuesday's episode of Jeopardy!, Jay revealed early in the episode that was a...
Teen believed to be fleeing from stolen car, police chase before drowning in Illinois River
A 14-year-old boy fled from a stolen car that was being chased by police before drowning in the Illinois River on the Fourth of July, according to the Peoria County sheriff in a Wednesday morning update.
Illinois Derecho Causes Tornado in East Peoria, Morton
East Peoria, IL – A tornado has been confirmed from Monday night’s derecho, affecting areas of East Peoria and Morton. The National Weather Service (NWS) Central Illinois office reported the tornado began in East Peoria, tracked through northern parts of Morton, and lifted north of Mackinaw. Rated an EF-1, the tornado had peak wind speeds of 95 mph.
National Weather Service in Far, Remote Northern Michigan Took Over Warning Chicago as Illinois Forecasters Hunkered Down During Tornado Outbreak
The National Weather Service is the government agency we all rely upon for up-to-the-second information particularly in emergency situations like severe thunderstorms and tornado outbreaks. But what happens when NWS forecasters are in the line of fire for a storm? That was the situation facing the NWS office in Chicago last night (July 15, 2024) as a summer storm spawned a tornado outbreak across the region.
Galesburg City Council Receives Clean Audit for Fiscal Year 2023
At the recent Galesburg City Council meeting, the Fiscal Year 2023 Finance Report was heard, which presented with a clean audit for the city, explains City Administrator Eric Hanson:. “We had another very good year as a city and a clean audit, no findings, no issues, all the funds ended...
67 Chargers Earn Academic All-Region 4 for Spring Semester
Sixty-seven Sandburg student-athletes earned Academic All-NJCAA Region 4 honors for the 2024 spring semester. Honorees had to achieve at least a 3.0 grade point average and pass a minimum of 12 credit hours to earn the distinction. Among Sandburg’s recipients, 44 had a GPA of 3.50 or better. Nineteen Chargers had a perfect 4.0 GPA, and each Sandburg team was represented within that group of student-athletes with an unblemished GPA.
National Weather Service in Far, Remote Northern Michigan Took Over Warning Chicago as Illinois Forecasters Hunkered Down During Tornado Outbreak
The National Weather Service is the government agency we all rely upon for up-to-the-second information particularly in emergency situations like severe thunderstorms and tornado outbreaks. But what happens when NWS forecasters are in the line of fire for a storm? That was the situation facing the NWS office in Chicago last night (July 15, 2024) as a summer storm spawned a tornado outbreak across the region.
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