01 Aug 2016

Q&A: National Whistleblower Appreciation Day With Senator Chuck Grassley

By Rick Martin

Q: What is a whistleblower and why do we need them?

 

 

A: Whistleblowers are people, often in government, who come forward to expose fraud, waste or abuse in an effort to help improve the status quo.  They often are in ...

01 Aug 2016

Homework For Parents - Your Child’s Back-To-School Health Checklist

By Michael Baldyga

WASHINGTON - Summer fun is nearing an end. It’s almost time to put away the swimsuits and dust off the book bags. More than 50 million students will head into the classrooms in a few weeks. The nation’s emergency physicians say now is the time...

01 Aug 2016

River Bandits' Weekend Wrap-Up

By Jake Levy
RESILIENT BANDITS BEAT BELOIT IN EXTRAS SUNDAY
Kristian Trompiz has two RBI and Myles Straw collects four hits in win
BELOIT, Wisc. -- The Quad Cities River Bandits ...
29 Jul 2016

New playground unveiled at Niabi Zoo

By Brianna Aust

 

Coal Valley, Ill. (July 27, 2016) – Kids can now enjoy a brand new playground while visiting Niabi Zoo.

 

The new playground, which will open to Niabi Zoo members on Thursday evening during a members-only event and to...

29 Jul 2016

Local Woman Wins Miss Illinois State Title

By Nancy Lee

 

 

Meet Jaryn Franklin, Miss Illinois 2016. She is a Registered Nurse, Advocate for the Disabled, Scholar, and an Inspiration for many.

 

 

Jaryn Franklin, BSN RN, was named Miss Illinois on June 18, 20...

29 Jul 2016

Davenport Public Library to host annual Bix Porch Party on Thursday August 4th, 2016

By Lexie Reiling

Head downtown on Thursday, August 4th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM where folks will be dancin’ in the street! Don Estes and the Prairie Ramblers, with the help of Butch Bos of Bos Sound, will be ...

29 Jul 2016

Governor Visits Quincy Veterans Home Following New Cases of Legionnaires’ Disease

By Catherine Kelly

QUINCY – Governor Bruce Rauner visited the Quincy Veterans Home this morning after two cases of Legionnaires’ disease were confirmed in residents of the Quincy home. The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) is working with the Ill...

28 Jul 2016

Birthplace Centennial Quilt on Display at Herbert Hoover National Historic Site Birthplace Centennial Quilt on Display at Herbert Hoover National Historic Site

By Byrony Forbes

WEST BRANCH, IOWA—Bright colors and intricate designs adorn the newest exhibit piece at the Herbert Hoover National Historic Site (NHS) visitor center.  The Birthplace Centennial Quilt pays tribute to National Park units in all 50 sta...

27 Jul 2016

Statement on Indictments of 34 Alleged Gang Members

By Catherine Kelly

SPRINGFIELD - Governor Bruce Rauner issued the following statement on today’s announcement by U.S. Attorney Zachary T. Fardon on the indictments of 34 alleged gang members:

 

 

“I applaud U.S. Attorney Fardon for his ...

27 Jul 2016

Gov. Branstad denies three applications for Commutation of a Life Sentence

By Rick Martin

(DES MOINES) – On Monday, July 25, 2016, Gov. Terry E. Branstad denied the following applications for commutation:

Atwell Conner Jr., age 71, committed his crime on March 9, 1974, in Jones County. He is currently serving a life sentence ...

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