24K

Posts

16K

Followers

Local 4 WHBF

Website

The latest Quad Cities news, weather and sports from Local 4 WHBF on https://OurQuadCities.com.

ourquadcities.com

Quad Cities

SEVERE T’STORM update for Friday night

By Andy McCray,

2025-03-14

Quick update for Friday afternoon – everything is on track for a severe weather outbreak this evening, including right here in the Quad Cities.

Computer models have been steady this week promoting a line of severe t’storms with damaging winds upwards of 80 mph moving across the Midwest. This line of storms is expected in the Quad Cities around 9 p.m.

https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2aHVhn_0zgozvmw00

We’ll likely see a tornado or severe t’storm watch issued within the next couple hours.

Here’s what you need to know about tonight’s storms:

https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3jEcG7_0zgozvmw00

We’ll have many updates on television and online right here throughout the stormy evening.

One last thing for now – storms will be racing through the area at about 60 mph! That means they won’t leave much time for you to take cover as they rip through the area. It also means it will only storm for about 15 mins at any one particular location.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.

Comments / 1

Community Policy

Small Dog Rescue of New England is sharing that, sadly, Bibi is still waiting for a forever home! According to the nonprofit, volunteer-based rescue organization, Bibi is now about 11 months old, weighs around 6 pounds, and is currently in Texas but ready to travel north to the Northeast for adoption. The group describes Bibi as an active young dog who loves playing with other dogs, and they are urging potential adopters to help “find this guy a forever home.”

Rhode Island · 23d

Eat Like No One Else

user · 14.9K followers

Before You Buy Russet Potatoes, Here Are 5 Things to Know

Fred Meyer - $.99 a pound or $2.99 for a 5lb bag. ALDI - $4.09 for a 5lb bag or $4.95 for a 10lb bag. H-E-B - $.82 a pound or $3.18 for a 5lb bag or $5.64 for an 8lb bag of King-Size.

11d

Thomas Smith

user · 63.0K followers

Check Your Freezer: Walmart Recall Now Covers 26 States and Puerto Rico

Before you reach for frozen berries for your next smoothie, check the bag. A recall involving Walmart's Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend now covers select stores in 26 states and Puerto Rico because of possible E. coli contamination.

Puerto Rico · 21d

CJ Coombs

user · 45.4K followers

Missing since 2015 from Columbus, Ohio: 6-month-old Deklon Ford and his 28-year-old mother vanished

Deklon Ford disappeared from Columbus, Ohio (Franklin County), on May 6, 2015, with his mother, Brittany Anne Ford (pictured below), according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Deklon's photo above (far right) has been age progressed to 8, though he would now be 11. His mother would now be 40.

Columbus, OH · 12d

Dianna Carney

user · 43.6K followers

This Sweet Little Chihuahua With So Much Love to Give Is Ready for a Fresh Start

Cooper, a six-year-old Chihuahua weighing just 10 pounds, is ready to travel north and find a loving home, according to Small Dog Rescue of New England. The rescue describes him as “a sweetheart who will stand up for a treat” and says he is fully vetted and available for adoption.

Rhode Island · 7d

Thomas Smith

user · 63.0K followers

What Happens When Freezer Burn Covers Food? Why It Isn’t Automatic Spoilage

You pull a package from the freezer and discover dry, discolored patches across food you were planning to eat. It looks unappetizing. But does that mean dinner belongs in the trash?

13d

ChefManiac

user · 22.3K followers

Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake Is the Five-Minute Comfort Fix

Cinnamon roll mug cake delivers the warm spice and sweet glaze of a bakery roll without yeast, rising time, or an entire pan of leftovers. The batter cooks into a soft, single-serving cake with cinnamon flavor throughout. Icing melts over the warm surface and collects in the center, giving each spoonful the cozy richness that makes cinnamon rolls so appealing.

Thomas Smith

user · 63.0K followers

Emergency Declared as "Super El Nino" About to Hit California

California has declared a statewide emergency months before the heart of winter, as federal forecasters warn that a rapidly strengthening El Nino could become the most powerful event in the modern record.

California · 12d

nickscookingclub

user · 11.1K followers

Slow Cooker Beef and Mushroom Stew Makes the House Smell Incredible

Tender beef, earthy mushrooms, potatoes, carrots, onions, and herbs slowly simmer together in a savory broth that tastes as though someone watched it all afternoon. Browning the flour-coated beef first creates deeper flavor, while briefly cooking the mushrooms and aromatics helps them develop before they enter the slow cooker. Worcestershire sauce and tomato paste add richness to the broth, and thyme, rosemary, and a bay leaf give it the unmistakable aroma of old-fashioned stew. After several hours, the beef becomes fork-tender and the vegetables soak up every bit of flavor.

CJ Coombs

user · 45.4K followers

Missing since 2019 from New Orleans, Louisiana: Eriel Mack-Mariscal vanished when she was an infant

Eriel Lynette Mack-Mariscal has been missing from New Orleans, Louisiana, since July 27, 2019, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). She would now be seven years old.

New Orleans, LA · 22d

Thomas Smith

user · 63.0K followers

Check Your Spice Rack: Ground Cinnamon Recalled Over Elevated Lead

A jar of ground cinnamon can sit in a spice rack for months. If yours is Lior brand, check the label: Galil Importing Corp has recalled a specific lot of its Cinnamon Ground Seasoning after testing found elevated lead levels.

Texas · 8d

Thomas Smith

user · 63.0K followers

Lining Your Oven With Foil Could Cost You Your Life, Experts Warn

A sheet of aluminum foil on the oven floor might seem like an easy way to catch bubbling cheese, pie filling and other spills. But appliance manufacturers warn that this cleanup shortcut can create a fire hazard -- and, in a gas oven, a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Greg Wilson, CFA

user · 24.7K followers

22 Cheap But Critical Items You Should Stockpile Today

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

16d

CJ Coombs

user · 45.4K followers

Missing for nearly a decade: Donna Kay Cloud mysteriously disappeared at age 19 from Spring, Texas

Donna Kay Cloud has been missing from Spring, Texas (Montgomery County), since October 25, 2016, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). She would now be 29.

Spring, TX · 3d

ChefManiac

user · 22.3K followers

Four-Ingredient Southern Hoecakes Bring Serious Crispy Edges

Southern hoecakes turn four simple ingredients into golden cornmeal rounds with crisp edges and tender centers. Cooked in a hot skillet, they develop the satisfying exterior of fried cornbread while staying soft enough inside to absorb butter, syrup, gravy, or pot liquor. Their uncomplicated flavor makes them equally comfortable beside savory meals and sweeter breakfast toppings. The short ingredient list reflects their traditional roots, but the texture keeps them just as appealing on a modern table.

The Comfort Kitchen

user · 5.0K followers

Three-Ingredient Lemon Bars Turn Almost No Prep Into Bright, Sweet, Melt-in-Your-Mouth Dessert Squar

These three-ingredient lemon bars prove you don’t need a long shopping list to make something that tastes sunny, sweet, and completely dessert-worthy. Each square delivers bright lemon flavor with a soft, tender texture and just enough sweetness to balance that citrusy tang. A light dusting of powdered sugar can make the tops look bakery-ready, while the centers stay moist and luscious underneath. They’re the kind of simple lemon treat that tastes especially good chilled, when that fresh citrus flavor becomes even brighter and every little square feels like a cool burst of sweetness.

Dianna Carney

user · 43.6K followers

Gentle Giant Searching For New Home After Being Surrendered Due to No Fault of His Own

Get ready to meet a loving young pup who is searching for the family who will give him a place in this world. Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Bandit Ruffman after he came into their care. According to the rescue, “This boy and his sister, Luna, were surrendered by owners in Tennessee and they're so excited to meet you! Life won't be rough with the Ruffmans around!” He is now living safely with a loving foster.

Massachusetts · 9d

Jack Beavers

user · 25.0K followers

Migrant Burglary Gangs Jam US Police Radios

Sophisticated gangs of migrant robbers and burglars armed with radio jammers that disrupt both police communications and wireless alarm systems are targeting jewelry stores and homes in upscale US neighborhoods— and making off with millions of dollars in loot as they move from city to city.

Butter and Baggage

user · 17.3K followers

I found this cake in a church cookbook and never stopped making it

I first saw this recipe years ago in a tattered church cookbook, the kind with splattered pages and hand drawn hearts next to all the best recipes, and it's been in my rotation ever since.

Thomas Smith

user · 63.0K followers

4 Dead in California Following Mushroom Outbreak, as Dangerous Season Approaches

Four people died after eating poisonous wild mushrooms during an outbreak that swept across Northern California and the Central Coast between November 2025 and May 2026. The outbreak sickened dozens of people and left others needing liver transplants. With fall returning, it offers a reminder of how dangerous a mistaken mushroom identification can be.

California · 7d

Butter and Baggage

user · 17.3K followers

This is the cookie that disappears fast at every bake sale

These oversized cookies are loaded with oats, coconut, pecans, and chocolate chips, and they hold up so well they're often gone before the table even fills up. Cowboy cookies are a mashup of all the best cookies, soft oatmeal, melty chocolate, chewy coconut, and buttery pecans all in one big bite. The dough comes together in about 20 minutes with no chilling required.

22d

Dianna Carney

user · 43.6K followers

He’s 5 Pounds of Hope: Tinman the Friendly Tiny Dog is Still Waiting for a Home

Small Dog Rescue of New England reports that Tinman, a five-pound, five-year-old small dog currently in Texas, is seeking adoption and may be able to travel to the Northeast at the end of the month. According to the nonprofit volunteer organization, Tinman “greets everyone with a smile” and is “an energetic boy who does well with other dogs,” making him a potential fit for a home looking for a small, social companion.

Texas · 25d

nickscookingclub

user · 11.1K followers

Million Dollar Lasagna Makes Every Layer Feel Luxurious

Million Dollar Lasagna takes everything comforting about the classic pasta bake and increases the creamy, cheesy richness in every layer. Tender noodles hold a hearty meat sauce alongside a smooth cheese mixture that gives the casserole its famously indulgent texture. Mozzarella melts across the top and develops golden spots around the edges, while the sauce works its way through the pasta beneath. Every slice delivers meat, tomato, several cheeses, and enough structure to hold together on the plate. It feels like restaurant-style comfort food but still carries the unmistakable warmth of a casserole made for sharing.

Butter and Baggage

user · 17.3K followers

The easiest treat to make for a holiday cookie tray

No oven, no mixer, just one bowl and 10 minutes before these are ready to set. These clusters use three kinds of chocolate melted together, then loaded with chopped pecans and pretzel pieces for crunch. The combination gives you rich chocolate flavor with a salty, crispy bite in every piece.

10d

Dianna Carney

user · 43.6K followers

Goofy Pup Still Searching For Home After Being Surrendered Over 7 Months Ago

Meet Butterball, a goofy young pup who is searching for the family who will help him write the next chapter of his life. Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, has highlighted Butterball Bold, who has been in their care for some time. According to the rescue, “This strong boy was a local surrender in Mississippi, but he can't wait to see what New England is all about!” He has so far been waiting for a new home for over half a year.

Massachusetts · 2d

Eat Like No One Else

user · 14.9K followers

The One Crispy Apple I'm Choosing Over Honeycrisp Right Now

Learn about an apple variety that is super crisp and firm that I am getting at apple orchards over Honeycrisp this month. It took a long time from when the Crimson Crisp apple was first bred until it was available to be grown commercially. It was first developed in the 1970s by the PRI (Purdue, Rutgers, and Illnois) co-operative. It wasn't until 2006 that the apple was released for growers. That is a long time in the development process. You don't get rich quick by developing a new apple variety!

Elk Ridge, UT · 13d

Kateable

user · 8.7K followers

This Backyard Flower Calms Puffy, Tired Eyes

Chamomile isn't just for tea, it's also one of my favorite remedies for puffy, tired eyes after a rough night of sleep. It's gentle, calming, and something I already have growing and dried in my pantry, so it's an easy fix that doesn't require a special trip to the store. 😊

16d

nickscookingclub

user · 11.1K followers

Mississippi Mud Potatoes Are the Side Dish Everyone Devours

Mississippi Mud Potatoes coat tender diced potatoes in a creamy mixture of cheddar, cream cheese, and sour cream. As the casserole bakes, the sauce melts around every potato and the top develops bubbling, golden patches. Bacon can bring smoky crunch, while onions or green onions add savory freshness. The finished dish is rich, cheesy, and substantial enough to challenge the main course for attention.

Thomas Smith

user · 63.0K followers

Rabies Is Spreading in California "Hotspots" -- and Is Nearly Always Fatal Once Symptoms Begin

Federal health officials are warning about an increase in rabies exposures as several parts of California report unusually high numbers of infected animals. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a national health advisory on Sept. 10 after multiple jurisdictions reported rising human exposure to rabid or potentially rabid animals during the summer of 2026.

California · 18d

Local 4 WHBF

Website

ourquadcities.com

The latest Quad Cities news, weather and sports from Local 4 WHBF on https://OurQuadCities.com.

23.8K

Posts

15.8K

Followers

SEVERE T’STORM update for Friday night

Comments / 1

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Eat Like No One Else

Honeycrisp or Cosmic Crisp? Here's the Apple I'd Buy

Dianna Carney

Bibi Is Still Waiting: The Tiny 6‑Pound Pup Who Just Wants a Family

Eat Like No One Else

Before You Buy Russet Potatoes, Here Are 5 Things to Know

Thomas Smith

Check Your Freezer: Walmart Recall Now Covers 26 States and Puerto Rico

CJ Coombs

Missing since 2015 from Columbus, Ohio: 6-month-old Deklon Ford and his 28-year-old mother vanished

Dianna Carney

This Sweet Little Chihuahua With So Much Love to Give Is Ready for a Fresh Start

Thomas Smith

What Happens When Freezer Burn Covers Food? Why It Isn’t Automatic Spoilage

ChefManiac

Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake Is the Five-Minute Comfort Fix

Thomas Smith

Emergency Declared as "Super El Nino" About to Hit California

nickscookingclub

Slow Cooker Beef and Mushroom Stew Makes the House Smell Incredible

CJ Coombs

Missing since 2019 from New Orleans, Louisiana: Eriel Mack-Mariscal vanished when she was an infant

Thomas Smith

Check Your Spice Rack: Ground Cinnamon Recalled Over Elevated Lead

Thomas Smith

Lining Your Oven With Foil Could Cost You Your Life, Experts Warn

Greg Wilson, CFA

22 Cheap But Critical Items You Should Stockpile Today

CJ Coombs

Missing for nearly a decade: Donna Kay Cloud mysteriously disappeared at age 19 from Spring, Texas

ChefManiac

Four-Ingredient Southern Hoecakes Bring Serious Crispy Edges

The Comfort Kitchen

Three-Ingredient Lemon Bars Turn Almost No Prep Into Bright, Sweet, Melt-in-Your-Mouth Dessert Squar

Dianna Carney

Gentle Giant Searching For New Home After Being Surrendered Due to No Fault of His Own

Jack Beavers

Migrant Burglary Gangs Jam US Police Radios

Butter and Baggage

I found this cake in a church cookbook and never stopped making it

Thomas Smith

4 Dead in California Following Mushroom Outbreak, as Dangerous Season Approaches

Butter and Baggage

This is the cookie that disappears fast at every bake sale

Dianna Carney

He’s 5 Pounds of Hope: Tinman the Friendly Tiny Dog is Still Waiting for a Home

nickscookingclub

Million Dollar Lasagna Makes Every Layer Feel Luxurious

Butter and Baggage

The easiest treat to make for a holiday cookie tray

Dianna Carney

Goofy Pup Still Searching For Home After Being Surrendered Over 7 Months Ago

Eat Like No One Else

The One Crispy Apple I'm Choosing Over Honeycrisp Right Now

Kateable

This Backyard Flower Calms Puffy, Tired Eyes

nickscookingclub

Mississippi Mud Potatoes Are the Side Dish Everyone Devours

Thomas Smith

Rabies Is Spreading in California "Hotspots" -- and Is Nearly Always Fatal Once Symptoms Begin