The origins of our justice system are centuries old. And for just as long of a time, attorneys and judges have grappled with how to ensure a justice system applies laws equally to all persons. American legal history from its earliest days offers examples of pro bono representation. The Latin phrase is pro bono publico, which translates into English as “for the public good.” Pro bono representation in this context means legal work performed voluntarily and without pay, using the profe

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 21, 2019) — Four non-profit groups that help prevent and heal the wounds of child-sex abuse will soon get $150,000 as a decade-long process of resolving predator priests cases in the Davenport Catholic diocese comes to a close.

FAYETTE, IOWA (October 21, 2019) — Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce the names of its August 2019 graduates, followed by their respective honors and degree earned.

Davenport, IA — Jazmynn Arensdorf graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Mgmt;

Le Claire, IA — Gabrielle Cruz graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice;

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (October 21, 2019) — After an exciting fourth season of Mercado on Fifth with over 20,000 attendees, the nonprofit organization has hired a new director: Quad Cities local, Melissa Freidhof-Rodgers. The recent growth of the weekly outdoor event on 5th Ave in Moline has prompted the group to search for a full-time organizer.