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Iowa bill could remove schooling requirement for barbers and hairstylists

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Iowa Lawmakers are looking at loosening the requirements to earn a cosmetology license. It would put Iowa in alignment with 22 other states. Madi Baxa owns and operates The Hive hair salon in the Cherry Building in Cedar Rapids. She earned her cosmetology license after...

Iowa · 2025-03-17
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Stolen SUV wrecked in Davenport incident

A squad car was towed from the scene Sunday evening after an incident in Davenport that involved a stolen SUV that also was towed away. Our Quad Cities News crew saw squad cars and a crime-scene technician vehicle near the Subway on the 900 block of West Kimberly Road, Davenport. Police said the incident happened […]

Davenport, IA · 2025-03-17

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Why Illinois Is Topping the List of Most Hated States in America

Illinois is now the most hated state in America, but what exactly led to the state earning such a poor reputation? Let's explore. I've lived in Indiana most of my life, and I can honestly say I enjoy living here. It's a mostly quiet and rural area, with plenty to do on a budget if you know where to go. The Hoosier State is liked by most, ranking No. 31 on a list of the most hated states in America by World Population Review. However, its western neighboring state didn't fare so well.

Illinois · 2025-03-16
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Eastern Iowa & Illinois Winter Update: 2-4 Inches of Snow Possible Sunday Night

Quad Cities, IA/IL – A near-stationary band of moderate to heavy snowfall is developing across parts of eastern Iowa and western Illinois, particularly affecting counties along the Mississippi River. This system is expected to persist overnight, leading to accumulating snowfall and hazardous travel conditions. According to the National Weather...

Illinois · 2025-03-16
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Pritzker, Duckworth, Budzinski & others condemn Republican budget resolution: “People will suffer”

Following Friday’s US Senate vote to approve a highly controversial Continuing Resolution to fund the government, multiple officials from Illinois released comments denouncing the resolution. Earlier in the week after the measure was pushed forward by a Republican majority in the House, Democrat Congresswoman for the 13th District of...

Illinois · 2025-03-16

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How an Iowa woman became a key witness in her own murder

On the morning of Oct. 8, 2022, the serene Mississippi River town of Bellevue, Iowa, population about 2,500, woke up to a calamity — news of an apparent homicide, the first in nearly a decade. Dozens of investigators from six different law enforcement agencies were combing the crime scene at the Mississippi Ridge Boarding Kennels with body cameras rolling. The woman who ran the kennels, Angela Prichard, 55, had been gunned down. Her sister, Wendy Budde, believed she knew who was responsible: Angela's husband, Chris Prichard. Wendy Budde (emotional): He knew how to get in the front door. Jonathan...

Bellevue, IA · 2025-03-16

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Gov. Pritzker Announces Three Appointments To Boards And Commissions

SPRINGFIELD - Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his administration:. Rick Terven will continue to serve as a Member of the Employment Security Advisory Board.* Rick Terven, Jr. serves as the Legislative and Political Director for the Illinois Pipe Trades Association representing 21 local unions and over 26,000 union members across Illinois. Terven is a member of Pipe Fitters Association Local 597 and is a graduate of SUNY Empire State University’s National Labor College with a Bachelor of Arts in Labor Studies. Terven is also a Vice-President on the Illinois AFL-CIO Executive Board, and has served as an employee representative on the Employment Security Advisory Board since 2016.

Illinois · 2025-03-16

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2025 Summer Bucket List: Why Pearl Lake Beach in Illinois is a Must-Visit

As spring arrives in Illinois, so do the announcements of summer fun to come, and we just received a big one from Pearl Lake in South Beloit!. Summer in Illinois means a lot of things; fairs and festivals, concerts, vacations, pools, beaches, camping, and so much more. If your summer social calendar is already filling up, make sure to leave some time open to visit Pearl Lake Beach in South Beloit.

South Beloit, IL · 2025-03-16

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2025 Tornado Predictions for KY, IN, IL, & TN – Here’s What to Expect

It feels like every other week I’m reporting on some kind of crazy weather in the tri-state area. Just a couple of weeks ago, the forecast called for thunderstorms, tornadoes, and snow - all in the span of 24 hours. And sure enough, Mother Nature delivered. Luckily, it all hit on a Sunday when most places were closed, but just a few days later, she dumped another six inches of snow on us, causing major delays and shutdowns.

Illinois · 2025-03-16

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Illinois bill would let homeowners claim abandoned properties through court

Illinois lawmakers are proposing the Blight Mitigation Act, which would allow homeowners to claim ownership of abandoned residential properties within a quarter mile of their home if the property has been abandoned for at least a year and the owner has been notified and included in the legal action.

Illinois · 2025-03-15

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Over 185K bags of oyster crackers sold in Illinois, 23 other states recalled for possible metal contamination

Bags of oyster crackers sold at major retailers such as Walmart and Target in Illinois and 23 other states have been recalled due to possible contamination with stainless steel wire, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The recall was first issued in February and updated last week due to...

Illinois · 2025-03-16

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A Dozen Illinois Kids Have Just Disappeared Without a Trace

Even one missing child is one too many, but Illinois has sadly seen a rash of disappearances recently as a dozen Illinois kids are now unaccounted for according to authorities. As I was looking at the bulletins shared by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, I noticed a...

Illinois · 2025-03-15

100.9 The Eagle

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96 Illinois Workers Just Learned They’re Jobless at End of March

If you still have a job, be thankful. Not everyone can say that including 96 workers in Illinois that just learned they're going to be jobless at the end of March. One of the newest bulletins shared by the Illinois Work Net website shows a WARN notice was submitted to the state by Penske Logistics LLC located at 1000 Bilter Road in Aurora, Illinois. It shows that a mass layoff of 96 will be effective on March 31, 2025.

Illinois · 2025-03-16

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Police investigation underway after body found off of westbound I-74 in metro area

BETTENDORF, Iowa (KWQC) - Bettendorf Police are investigating a body found off of westbound I-74 between the Kimberly Road and 53rd Street exits. KWQC spoke to police on scene and confirmed they found a body. According to the KWQC crew on scene, an abandoned jeep is pulled over the shoulder...

Bettendorf, IA · 2025-03-15