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Car crashes into Davenport home Wednesday night
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - TV6 is working to learn more information about car that crashed into a home Wednesday night. The car crashed into a home located on Fulton Avenue near Ridgewood around 9 p.m. TV6 has reached out to officials for more information on this incident. It is unclear...
Tempers flare in courtroom at sentencing for gunman in fatal Davenport shooting
Tempers flared Wednesday when an 18-year-old Peoria man was sentenced to up to 20 years in prison for the fatal 2023 Davenport shooting of a Moline man. Our Quad Cities News crew was in the courtroom while Alex Markovich, who at first faced charges of first-degree murder and intimidation with a dangerous weapon – injure/provoke fear pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of voluntary manslaughter and intimidation with a dangerous weapon – injure/provoke fear.
Rockford woman shares story, tips for Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A Black Rockford native and author shares her journey with helping others as part of Minority Mental Health Month. Jeanette Towns graduated from Rockford East in 1980, and she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 1995. In 2004, years after the diagnosis, she began treatment. Now,...
Coloff Media Purchases KMAQ Radio in Maquoketa, IA
Coloff Media, which owns 11 stations across Iowa including KMCH in Manchester, recently purchased KMAQ Radio Station in Maquoketa, Iowa! Sarah Meyer, KMCH Station Manager, is taking on the dual role to serve as KMAQ's interim station manager. Read the full story here: https://kmch.com/2024/07/09/coloff-media-expanding-to-kmaq-in-maquoketa/
World’s Deadliest Creature Infests and Infects Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
As summer progresses, residents of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin should be aware of the risks posed by mosquito-borne diseases. With much wetter weather and voracious mosquito populations, the region is seeing increased cases of several diseases. Certain invasive blood-suckers have now raised concerns again in the Tri-States, with the Asian Tiger Mosquito being reported in both Iowa and Illinois, and now West Nile virus-infected mosquitos have been confirmed in Ames. Did you know there have already been several cases of mosquito-borne illnesses across the Tri-States reported in 2024?
Illinois Conservation Police seeking applicants for next class of trainees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Office of Law Enforcement is seeking applicants for the position of conservation police officer trainee. Conservation police officers enforce state laws intended to protect Illinois' natural and recreational resources. They are vested with full state-wide police authority and...
Pritzker would consider VP nomination, but some unhappy with party leadership
(The Center Square) – As the Illinois governor weighs in on a potential vice presidential nomination, a socialist alderman from Chicago is expressing frustration with the Democratic Party. Gov. J.B. Pritzker told CNN he’d be reluctant to give up his post as governor of Illinois, but the possibility of being vice president would be appealing. “It’d be hard to resist a call and consideration if the nominee called me to...
Illinois Man Arrested for Allegedly Abusing North Carolina Teen
Green Oaks, IL – A 15-year-old girl from North Carolina was rescued from a Green Oaks residence, where she was allegedly held and abused. According to the United States Marshals Service, the missing girl was found on Prairie Ridge Road after an investigation with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. On July 24, detectives obtained a search warrant and apprehended Andrew W. Szech, 43, who was seen leaving the home with the victim.
Iconic Vehicle Got Into A Scary Accident On A Popular Illinois Highway
It's been a rough week for the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. Apparently this past Monday, the iconic vehicle was involved in a crash in Illinois. I have a family member who's obsessed with visiting this thing. No joke, she's probably seen it in person at least over a dozen times. I'm sure right now she's greatly concerned after recent events involving the Wienermobile.
Balloon Stunt Man Thrills Crowds at the 71st Dubuque County Fair
Dubuque, IA – The 71st Annual Dubuque County Fair has been a hub of excitement, but one act has truly taken the spotlight: the daring Balloon Stunt Man. Known for his incredible feats and captivating performances, the Balloon Stunt Man left audiences in awe as he performed his signature act of getting inside a giant balloon.
Man Arrested For Displaying A Dangerous Weapon
July 24, 2024 Michael Anthony Perdue, a 53-year-old male, was arrested for allegedly pointing an airsoft gun at someone in a vehicle in Dubuque, IA on July 22, 2024 at 4:50 PM. He faces charges of Assault While Displaying A Dangerous Weapon and Interference With Official Acts, but no injuries or damages were reported.
Loras College Names New President
Loras College has announced who the next president of the school will be. Mike Doyle of Asbury, who graduated from Loras and previously served as the college’s vice president for advancement and treasurer, will assume the position on June 1, 2025. Doyle will succeed Jim Collins who earlier this...
Senator speaks after alleged threat against state rep
An Illinois state senator is thanking law enforcement after a DeKalb man was arrested for an alleged assassination threat against a member of the Illinois House. The alleged threat against state Rep. Jeff Keicher, R-Sycamore, came just days after the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania on July 13.
Midwest Braces for Extreme Heatwave in Early August
Kansas City, MO – The Midwest is set to experience extreme heat in early August, with temperatures significantly above normal across the region. The US National Weather Service has issued a forecast predicting a widespread heatwave from August 1-7. According to the NWS, this heatwave will encompass much of the Midwest, pushing daytime highs into the upper 90s and low 100s.
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