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Investigators to wrap up public hearings into fatal midair crash between Army chopper and airplane

The National Transportation Safety Board on Friday enters its third and final day of public testimony over the fatal midair crash between an Army helicopter and commercial jet in January. Two ...

A winner either way: José Caballero traded from Rays to Yankees while teams were playing each other

José Caballero turned an inning-ending double play for the Tampa Bay Rays in the fifth inning, then batted in the sixth. By ...

Trey Lance tosses 2 touchdown passes, leading the Chargers over the Lions 34-7 in Hall of Fame game

On his third team in his fifth season, Trey Lance played like a No. 3 overall pick. Lance threw for 120 yards and two ...

Soar high at the Quad Cities Balloon Festival

It’s time to go up, up and away into the skies high above the QCA! Darrell Day dropped by Our Quad Cities News with all the colorful details about the Quad Cities Balloon Festival. For more ...

Choose your adventure at GLAMP Weekend

Proving you’re never too old for the fun of camping, the Girl Scouts take it up a few notches for an unbelievable experience at Camp Liberty. Andrea Gaskin joined Our Quad Cities News to ...

WW II ‘flying ace’ – 1st manager at QCI airport – honored with road name change

George Kirk was your typical Midwestern dad. He taught his twin sons how to fish, hunt, and golf. He didn’t share most of his experiences serving in World War II with them. He offered only ...

Mikal Bridges agrees to a $150 million extension with the Knicks, AP source says

Mikal Bridges agreed to a four-year, $150 million extension with the New York Knicks on Thursday, a person with knowledge of the details said. The person confirmed the deal to The ...

Two in custody following major drug investigation in Aledo: Police

Two men are in custody following a drug investigation in Aledo. According to a release, QC Metropolitan Enforcement Group ...

The Heart of the Story: Racing safely home

Our Quad Cities News is partnering with award-winning journalist Gary Metivier for The Heart of the Story. Each week, Gary showcases inspiring stories of everyday people doing cool stuff, enjoying ...

Judge extends TPS expiration dates for 60,000 people from Central America and Nepal

A federal judge in California extended on Thursday protected status for 60,000 people from Central America and Asia that was ended by the Trump administration. The order ...

Rock Island High School tests for harmful mold days before fall classes start

Rock Island High School has tested positive for mold just days before fall classes are scheduled to begin, administrators say. Pictures shared with Our Quad Cities News show what appears to be ...

Wide receiver Terry McLaurin has requested a trade from the Commanders, AP source says

Two-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Terry McLaurin has asked the Washington Commanders to trade him because of a contract dispute, a person with knowledge of the request told The Associated Press. The ...