From Plows to Progress: The Evolution of Farm Machinery in the Quad Cities February 21, 2025 The Quad Cities. When you hear that name, you might picture the mighty Mississippi, bustling downtowns, and maybe even some…
QC All-Stars: Famous Folks You Might Not Know Are From Here February 21, 2025 Ever heard of a place punching above its weight? That’s the Quad Cities in a nutshell. We might not be…
From River Rats to Rock ‘n’ Roll: A Whirlwind Tour Through Quad Cities History February 21, 2025 Alright, buckle up, history buffs (and those who just like a good story), because we’re about to take a trip…
Top 10 Things to Do in the Quad Cities February 21, 2025 The Quad Cities, a vibrant region straddling the Mississippi River, offers a diverse range of experiences for visitors and locals…
German court says Birkenstock sandals aren’t works of art February 21, 2025 The shoe manufacturer claimed its sandals “are copyright-protected works of applied art” that may not be imitated in a lawsuit…
Is Pluto a planet? NASA’s chief says it should be May 2, 2026 NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman advocated this week for Pluto to regain its planet status, speaking at a U.S. Senate committee…
Spirit Airlines shuts down overnight, canceling all flights and ending customer service May 2, 2026 The ultra-low-cost airline known for its bright yellow planes and deep discount fares said Saturday it has started winding down…
US warns shipping firms they could face sanctions over paying Iranian tolls in the Strait of Hormuz May 2, 2026 The United States is warning shipping companies that they could face sanctions if they pay Iran to safely pass through…
Court restricts abortion access across the US by blocking the mailing of mifepristone May 2, 2026 A federal appeals court has restricted access to one of the most common means of abortion in the United States…
Gas prices 35 cents higher than a week ago May 2, 2026 The national retail average for a gallon of regular gasoline as of Saturday is $4.433. Diesel is $5.627.
Alex Zanardi, auto racing champion who won Paralympic gold after life-altering crashes, dies at 59 May 2, 2026 Italian auto racing champion-turned-Paralympic gold medalist Alex Zanardi has died at 59. His life was marked by two life-altering accidents.