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Grant helps Rock Island with Port District plan
A new grant is helping advance the Rock Island Port District Master Plan. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has invested almost $9.5 million through 20 grants for local initiatives and activities to support their planning efforts and develop innovative transportation improvements across the state. “We at IDOT are thrilled to join with these communities […]
5 Moline High graduates receive Rotary scholarships
Five recent Moline High School graduates received scholarships of over $15,000 from the Moline Rotary. Baylie Farmer (University of Illinois), Jolie Martinez (Drake University) and Sidney Schlitz (Augustana College) earned Moline Rotary Scholarship Foundation awards of $5,000, $3,000, and $2,000, respectively, by exemplifying the Rotary International mantra of “Service Above Self.” Since 1996, the Moline […]
Old McDonald’s in Moline may not have a farm, but it has a new location
The old McDonald’s may not have a farm, but it has a new location. The McDonald’s at 1800 36th Ave., Moline, closed over the weekend. Now crews are busy removing the interior of the restaurant. In the new building near Target and Kohl’s in southwest Moline, crews worked...
Brissman Foundation grants help groups improve Milan
The application period for grants to improve Milan is now open. The Grant W. Brissman and Virginia M. Brissman Foundation awards grants every year for projects and organizations that improve the quality of life in Milan. The Brissman Foundation is a private foundation administered by the Quad Cities Community Foundation. Organizations can apply for up […]
MLK Jr. Community Center is hosting its annual Soul of the City Festival this weekend
The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center will host its annual Soul of the City this Friday and Saturday at its center and MLK Jr. Park in Rock Island. MLK Center Executive Director Jerry Jones says the festival is for people of all ages. "Thanks to partnerships with some great...
Vehicle theft call in Knox County reveals multiple thefts and burglaries
KNOXVILLE, Ill. (KWQC) - The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to lock their cars and bring in valuables. What initially started as a singular car theft, led to deputies investigating multiple thefts and burglaries in the town of Knoxville and beyond. According to a media release, the...
Galesburg Police: man arrested following house fire
Galesburg, Ill.- Authorities in Galesburg have announced the arrest of a man on multiple charges following a house fire. According to the Galesburg Police Department, at about 7:39 AM Thursday, August 15th, the Galesburg Police and Fire Departments responded to 243 Highland Avenue for a structure fire. A juvenile was...
Pekin the latest city to hold Pride
PEKIN – The Pekin Pride Picnic will bring LGBTQ Pride to conservative Tazwell County on Saturday, Aug. 17. This is the first year for the event and people are ready. “People have been messaging and letting us know they are very excited,” said Zoe Carter, president of organizer Rural Equality Project.
Peoria restaurant denied liquor license, longtime establishment to close
Good morning, foodie friends, The past week has cooked up plenty of Peoria-area food news for us to digest. Today, I’ll dish out why a Downtown Peoria restaurant closed its doors and why a longtime establishment is preparing to say goodbye. We’ll also sink our teeth into the results of a contentious City Council...
Illinois Comptroller says embroiled Village of Dolton is refusing legally-required audit
DOLTON, Ill. (CBS) -- New financial problems have surfaced in south suburban Dolton—having to do with taxpayer money and the village's failure to let people know where it is being spent.According to the State of Illinois, Mayor Tiffany Henyard's administration not only refuses to get an audit done, but also won't even communicate with the state agency tasked with the job of watching over government spending.The office in question is that of Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza—and Dolton is now on that office's radar."There are obvious red flags that your station other stations have covered," said Comptroller's office spokesman Abdon Pallasch....
Pro-Palestinian groups are mobilizing thousands to Chicago to demonstrate outside DNC
CHICAGO — Protesters fueled by fervent opposition to American support of Israel remain dedicated to demonstrating outside the Democratic National Convention next week, despite the party’s last-minute change to a nominee who is seen as more sympathetic to their cause. Protest groups readying for the event say tens...
Illinois State Fair Sees Record-Breaking Crowd for Hip-Hop Icon
A Hip-Hop Icon electrified the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Wednesday night setting an all-time attendance record. Rapper Lil' Wayne performed for an impressive 15,427 fans which surpassed the previous record of 15,329 set by Jason Aldean in 2011. The rapper's performance not only captivated the crowd but also highlighted the fair's growing appeal.
#1 Reason Back-to-School Season is the Best Time of Year in Illinois
There's nothing better than going to the store on a Tuesday, in the middle of the day, and not seeing a single child in sight. Maybe that's just me, but boy is it nice!. It honestly feels like summer just started, but now we're headed into the new school year. Oh, how time passes us by!
Illinois Republicans aim to gain momentum in November elections
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Thursday at the Illinois State Fair was a day entirely dedicated to the Republican Party. GOP candidates across the ballot stepped up to the lectern, making pitches to their Republican constituents. “I’m working as hard as I can to make our state great, and to take back our country,” said Mark Rice, […]
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