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USP Thomson on lock-down after contraband influx
USP Thomson went on lock-down Friday because of an influx of contraband – including drugs and cell phones – made its way into the prison. Union representatives are calling for Congress to pass legislation to protect staff from contaminated contraband.
Boy who aimed gun at North Scott Junior High teacher now 18, going to prison
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The boy who pulled a gun on his teacher at North Scott Junior High turns 18 on Friday – and he’s headed to prison. Luke Andrews was just 12 when he brought a gun to the school in 2018, pointed it at a teacher and pulled the trigger.
More abused pit bulls found dead in public areas in eastern Iowa
Cedar County — For the second time just this week more dogs were found dead in Eastern Iowa. We told you earlier this week about pit bull puppies found on the Sac and Fox trail in Cedar Rapids. Now, the Cedar County Sheriff is sharing on social media images...
Rock Falls man arrested on weapons, other charges
A Rock Falls man has been arrested in connection with unlawful possession of weapons, ammunition and cannabis after a traffic stop, according to a news release from the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. On April 26th at about 10:31 p.m., sheriff’s deputies stopped a vehicle on E. Seventh Street near S. Ottawa Avenue in Dixon for […]
Quad Cities man sentenced to federal prison in gun case
DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - A Quad Cities felon was sentenced this week to seven years in federal prison for possessing a firearm. Marveon Dashawn Jovan Williams, 27, must serve three years of supervised release once he completes his prison term. There is no parole in the federal system. He pleaded...
Rock Island Police Department moves forward with Group Violence Intervention Program
ROCK ISLAND, Ill (KWQC) - Rock Island city leaders are working to help curb violent crimes in the city by implementing the Group Violence Intervention program, also known as GVI. It’s a partnership with Rock Island Police Department, Family Resources, and a national foundation. The decision was made April...
Moline Police Department holds third catch with a cop event
MOLINE, Ill (KWQC) - The Moline Police Department hosted their third “Catch with a cop” event at Riverside Fields Park. According to officials, Detective Isaac Raymond started this event three years ago while on patrol. One of the goals of this event is to build positive connections within...
Department of Corrections seeks help to find Scott County work-release escapee
Roderick Alan Crawford Jr., convicted as a habitual offender in Scott County, failed to report back to the Davenport Residential Corrections Facility as required Wednesday, according to a news release from the Iowa Department of Corrections. Crawford, 43, a 5’9″, 301-pound man, was admitted to the work-release facility on April...
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.
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