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Federal court issues split decision in Illinois inmates’ quest for greater mail and media access
CHICAGO (CN) — Illinois inmates at the Will County Adult Detention Facility won a partial legal victory Monday, with a federal judge in Chicago ruling that several of the jail's media and mail policies violate their civil rights. U.S. District Judge LaShonda Hunt, a Joe Biden appointee, found the...
Dave’s Garage Gets Roof Replacement Instead of Demolition (Photos)
Following the roof collapse at Dave’s Garage after a winter storm in January, owner Dave Gabriel said he would be demolishing the auto shop repair building, located at 417 12th St. in Erie. But demolition was just one option, as the building ended up being salvageable and repairs covered...
Ill. fire departments aim to honor fallen firefighter’s dream of local training facility
ROCK FALLS, Ill. — To build a state-of-the-art training facility that decades down the road still effectively serves Sauk Valley firefighters and, by extension, residents — that’s the goal that members of the Garrett Ramos Training Facility Cooperative set for the Rock Falls and Sterling fire departments.
State of emergency: What to know in the storm’s aftermath
Parts of Kewanee look like a war zone Tuesday morning. A storm with intense high winds and rain brought down trees and power lines throughout the city. It was unclear if the storm was a tornado, but City Manager Gary Bradley said the Henry County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) reported that wind speeds reached 112 mph.
Divinity Trio at Spring Valley July 21
Spring Valley Reformed Church, 10960 Spring Valley Road, Fulton IL, welcomes Divinity Trio to their outdoor stage, on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. Come and join us for an evening of praise and worship. A free-will offering will be received. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be moved indoors.
Kewanee/Wethersfield Townships Declared Local State of Emergency
The Henry County Office of Emergency Management has declared a local state of emergency for Kewanee and Wethersfield Townships. Residents in these areas who are uninsured or underinsured and do not have the physical ability to clear downed trees from their property, may request assistance from the Henry County Office of Emergency Management. The Henry County OEM has partnered with local non-profit to provide tree cutting services for qualifying residents. “This is an offer for physical assistance, and not a financial benefit.”
Moline boat dock closed, officials say
MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) - Moline boat dock Harold’s Landing is closed until further notice, according to Moline Parks and Recreation Department officials. Parks and recreation officials posted to Facebook on Tuesday showing a photo of the dock submerged underwater. Harold’s Landing is located at 2500-2660 North Shore Drive in...
JJ Grey & Mofro, July 27
Performing in support of their new recording Olustee, an album that Relix magazine called “a blend of reflection, raucousness, introspection, and exultation,” the talents of JJ Grey & Mofro headline a July 27 concert at Mt. Carroll’s Rhythm Section Auditorium, Relix adding that “their music encapsulates the spirit of 21st-century Southern swamp boogie, a genre which JJ Grey has been instrumental in defining.”
Geneseo Art League and Gallery
GENESEO, Ill. (KWQC) -Geneseo Art League and Gallery is a non-profit, all-volunteer league with more that 50 members ranging in age from 3 to 99. The group has been going strong since 1957 when the founders set out to promote art in the community and provide a place for display and instruction. Over the years, the league has grown and added a lot more fun to the itinerary.
Dirty Honey adds tour dates to support ‘Can’t Find the Brakes’ album
Dirty Honey has announced a U.S. tour, marking the final dates in support of their Can’t Find the Brakes album. The outing runs from Sep. 13 in East Moline, Illinois, to Nov. 2 in Highland, California. Presales begin Wednesday at 10 a.m. local time; tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday at 10 a.m. local time.
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,...
Stock car racing canceled at Rock Island County Fair
Sorry racing fans, but Mother Nature says there’s no stock car racing in East Moline tonight. According to an email from track officials, the race track at the Rock Island County Fairgrounds in East Moline isn’t suitable for safe racing tonight, due to last night’s storm. They made the decision to cancel the race. There […]
Second Straight Month For Drug Bust At Main Street Home In Princeton
It may be time to address who owns a home in the heart of Princeton. Officers with Trident and the Princeton Police Department and Bureau County Sheriff's Department executed a warrant Tuesday at a house with the address of 805 North Main Street. Two men and a woman living at that house were arrested for drugs.
‘The damage is extensive.’ Kewanee’s storm fallout in photos
The devastating impact of Monday’s storm on Kewanee residents is widespread, with many residents facing serious financial and consequential effects as a result. Within a few city blocks on the east end of Prospect Street, residents are dealing with entire trees that have fallen onto the roofs of their homes and even downed wires that make returning to their homes unsafe.
Quad City Animal Welfare Center Presents Wags And Tales Reading Event
Wags & Tales Reading Event – Join the QCAWC at The Atlas Collective, located at 1801 5th Avenue in Moline, IL, for the Wags & Tales Reading Event from 10 AM to 12 PM. A dedicated QCAWC Team Member will be reading “Not My Cat” by Stacey Patton and “Let’s Get a Pup! Said Kate” by Bob Graham. This event promises a delightful experience for children and families, with a special guest appearance by a shelter animal ready to meet and greet attendees. In addition to the story time, the QCAWC will have coloring pages for the kids to enjoy and valuable shelter and clinic information for families to take home. Families are encouraged to bring a donation from the QCAWC Wish List to support other shelter pets in need. The wish list is available at: https://qcawc.org/donate/wish-list.
Trash and Recycling Pickup Delayed One Day in Kewanee
In Kewanee, residents face a delay in trash collection services due to the aftermath of a severe storm. The storm, which caused considerable damage throughout the area, has pushed back garbage pickup schedules by a day. This adjustment gives public works teams the necessary time to clear debris from roads and work on restoring power safely across the community. Authorities urge locals to stay clear of downed power lines and avoid visiting the storm-damaged cemetery until cleanup efforts are concluded. Public safety remains a priority as the town recovers from the storm’s impacts. The transfer station is closed due to a power outage. Authorities ask people not to drive around barricades and through caution tape.
REVIEW: Songs for a New World at The Black Box Theatre
Wowsers! What a theatre weekend I had, installment #3: I wrapped up this trifecta of entertainment on Saturday at The Black Box Theatre’s uplifting production of Songs for a New World with music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown and co-directed by Shelley Cooper and Kelsey Walljasper. Cast members...
REVIEW: 84 Charing Cross Road at Richmond Hill Players Barn Theatre
Wowsers! What a theatre weekend I had! It began on Thursday at Geneseo’s Richmond Hill Players with its production of 84 Charing Cross Road, an adaptation by James Roose-Evans of Helene Hanff’s memoir of the same name. The result is a charming, funny, endearing, and poignant production, here wonderfully directed by veteran Jennifer Kingry.
Salaried Employees Appear Targeted For Latest Layoffs At John Deere
(Moline, IL) -- Salaried employees at John Deere appear to be the latest workers the company is targeting for layoffs. Several Deere employees in an online forum say they received a letter from the company stating salaried employee layoffs are coming next Wednesday. Deere confirmed to WQAD News 8 late...
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