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GovernmentThe $20 million will support existing grocers and encourage new stores in underserved rural and urban areas — including Venice, the small Metro East town where the bill was signed and which sits entirely in a food desert.
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GovernmentThe veto of a law to end a moratorium on new nuclear power plant construction in Illinois sets up a battle in the fall veto session. In his veto message, Gov. JB Pritzker appears to be saying the bill isn't ready for prime time.
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Campaigns & ElectionsThis week, Democratic candidate for Congress Eric Sorensen campaigned for access to abortion throughout the country.
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GovernmentOn Midwest Week, the governor of Illinois presents his budget proposals for next year and their possible impact on state residents and businesses.Herb…
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GovernmentIllinois's strict rules to try and stop the spread of the coronavirus have been relaxed for some parts of the state, including the Quad Cities. Friday…
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On Midwest Week, a "no" vote this month will have major consequences for Illinois.Herb Trix's guest is Sean Crawford, news director for WUIS Radio in…
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GovernmentIllinois Governor J.B. Pritzker and leaders in Rock Island are urging people to make sure they're counted in the census.Marianna Bacallao reports the…
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As COVID-19 cases surge, Rock Island County could be in danger of slipping back into the earlier phases of Gov. J.B. Pritzker's reopening plan. Counties…
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Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse will stay closed until this fall.Owner and Producer Denny Hitchcock has announced Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse in Rock Island…
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GovernmentIllinois Governor J-B Pritzker visited a farm near the Quad Cities Wednesday to announce 50-million dollars in statewide grants to improve Broadband…