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How law enforcement protects politicians in the Quad Cities
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Over the years, political candidates and Presidents have visited the Quad Cities. We wondered how local law enforcement coordinates with the Secret Service to keep them safe. The Davenport Police Department said it’s dedicated to a collaborative approach with it’s local, state and federal partners, which...
Senior Bix Race moving to Bettendorf Due to Flooding
BETTENDORF, Iowa (KWQC) - The inaugural Senior Bix race, initially planned to take place at LeClaire Park, has been relocated due to flooding along the Davenport Riverfront. The new venue for the Senior Bix Race is the Isle Casino Hotel in Bettendorf. Despite the change in location, organizers are determined to ensure that the event remains fun and memorable.
Two confirmed tornadoes led to Kewanee damage
While city officials suspected that what descended upon Kewanee Monday was more than just a mere thunderstorm, the Henry County Office of Emergency Management has now confirmed. On Monday, July 15, not one, but two EF-1 tornadoes hit Kewanee. The OEM cited a Storm Survey that included a second tornado...
More student loan borrowers are getting relief through bankruptcy after Biden policy change
More student loan borrows have successfully received debt relief through bankruptcy after the Biden administration made a policy change to make the process easier nearly two years ago, according to data released by the Department of Justice Wednesday.
Single-game ticket sales now open for the 2024 UNI football season
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — Single-game tickets for the UNI's 2024 football home matchups are now available for purchase through the UNI Ticket Office. The 2024 Panther football schedule will see five matchups inside the UNI-Dome beginning with the season opener on August 31 against the Valparaiso Beacons at 4 p.m. CT. The season opener will be the first of three TC's Kids Club days. Northern Iowa's home slate continues on October 5 when the Panthers host the reigning FCS National Champion South Dakota State Jackrabbits on Family Weekend, also set for a 4 p.m. CT kick.
4 Hermanos Officially Opens Cedar Rapids Location
A new Cedar Rapids Mexican restaurant has started welcoming customers! 4 Hermanos Mexican Food is now open at 1125 1st Avenue SE inside the former home of Via Sofia's. The official Facebook post reads:. "Hey Amigos! We are so excited to open doors on First Ave in Cedar Rapids, IA....
Gov. Reynolds Issues Disaster Proclamation for Five Counties in Response to Severe Storms
DES MOINES – Gov. Kim Reynolds has issued a disaster proclamation for Des Moines, Dubuque, Mitchell, Polk and Scott Counties in response to severe storms that occurred on July 15 and continuing. The governor’s proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and Disaster Case Advocacy Program.
Award-winning Iowa gardening programs provide timely resources for growers
When gardeners have questions – they can get answers – thanks to two popular gardening resources offered by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and Iowa Public Radio. “Garden Variety” is the name of a Public Radio podcast based on the Horticulture Day program that runs on Fridays,...
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