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Taco & Margarita Fest returns to East Moline
East Moline Main Street’s second annual Cinco de Mayo Taco & Margarita Festival will be noon-8 p.m. Saturday, May 4, on 15th Avenue in East Moline, a news release says. More than 100 local vendors will be featured, along with music, margaritas tacos, and dancing. A kids’ zone will be noon until 5 p.m. inside Runners’ Park.
Search continues for missing East Moline man
EAST MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) - The East Moline Police Department is continuing to search for a 92-year-old man who disappeared almost a month ago. On March 30, a missing person report was filed for William Weber, who police say went missing from his apartment at the Fox Pointe Apartment complex, 4500 7th St.
Man pleads guilty in death of disabled 15-year-old stepson
MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) - Justin Keim, 35, charged in connection with the 2021 death of his disabled 15-year-old stepson, pleaded guilty Thursday to child endangerment, a Class 3 felony, and was sentenced to 24 months of conditional discharge. He initially was charged with criminal abuse or neglect of a disabled...
Here's where you can drop off medication on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
ROCK ISLAND COUNTY, Ill. — On Saturday, April 27, law enforcement agencies across the country will participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Community members are able to drop off any prescription or over-the-counter pills and patches for collection. Vape pens and other e-cigarettes can also be collected after batteries are removed. Liquids, needles, sharps and inhalers cannot be accepted, however.
Rock Island police chief retires
Friday was the end of an era for the Rock Island Police Department. Police Chief Richard Landi retired after more than 30 years with the department. He was given a send-off party Friday afternoon at the police station. Landi was appointed chief in April 2022. He began his career in...
PROUD Tina: The Ultimate Tribute to Tina Turner, September 1, Vibrant Arena
MOLINE, ILLINOIS (April 26, 2024) — PROUD Tina: The Ultimate Tribute to Tina Turner is coming to Vibrant Arena Sunday, September 1, 5PM. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 3, 10AM. Get the electrifying concert experience of Tina Turner with this glorious, energetic stage production, brimming with Tina hits from the Sixties, Seventies, Eighties, and Nineties. The powerful, raspy vocals, high-intensity dancing, and thrilling stage presence live on stage, complete with band, brass section, backing vocalists, and dancers to make this the definitive tribute, and a fabulous fun night out!
Rock Island-Milan superintendent issues statement about deputy job
ROCK ISLAND, Illinois (KWQC) - The new superintendent for Rock Island-Milan is speaking out about a controversial new position being added in the district. Sharon Williams was named as the new superintendent in January. Now, she’s asking the school board to create a deputy superintendent position. That’s left teachers...
Free, indoor autism acceptance walk happening in Rock Island
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. — The Autism Society of the Quad-Cities (ASQC) will host its annual walk to celebrate autism acceptance on Saturday, April 27 at Augustana College's PepsiCo Center at 1025 30th St. This free event will run from 9 to 11 a.m. with the walk beginning at 9:30.
Quad City transit agencies hold summit on improving local services
EAST MOLINE, Ill. — Quad Cities area transportation officials want your help making it easier to get around town. The Bi-State Regional Commission hosted the Quad Cities Transit Summit at the East Moline Public Library on Wednesday, April 25 to share ideas and hear from the community on what to improve on.
Have you seen these suspects? Crime Stoppers wants to know!
Crime Stoppers of the Quad Cities wants your help catching two fugitives. It’s an Our Quad Cities News exclusive. You can get an elevated reward for information on this week’s cases:. AARON SPICER, 37, 5’7”, 200 pounds, brown hair, blue eyes. Wanted in Rock Island County for two...
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