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HB0624, the Home for Good Act, would create statewide reentry housing and support services for people leaving prison. It now moves through the Senate, with a committee decision deadline of Friday, May 17.
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In this episode of Wellness Wake Up Call, we explore the key elements of the Mediterranean diet and why it’s a flexible, sustainable approach to healthy eating. Learn how this balanced pattern supports long-term health, encourages variety, and emphasizes connection through shared meals. With a focus on fresh, flavorful foods and simple habits, the Mediterranean lifestyle makes healthy living both enjoyable and realistic. -
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Chris Stein, senior politics reporter for Guardian US, talks about the upcoming midterm elections, the stake involved, impact of mid-decade gerrymandering by both parties, the role of President Trump, and a look at key races in Iowa and Ohio that may determine the outcome. -
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Flock SafetyThe two-year program will connect drones directly to 911 calls across the city. -
Western Illinois UniversityThe Quad City Symphony Orchestra will perform April 5, 2027 at the new Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts, on Western Illinois University’s campus, Macomb.
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(Capitol News Illinois file photo by Jerry Nowicki)‘Unusual and targeted’: a Trump order from last year suggested tying the funds to compliance with federal AI policy -
(Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)20 firefighters, six units were awarded for acts of heroism, bravery, service -
Joe Deacon/WCBUOSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois and UICOMP will end their affiliation with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in a major change for Peoria's regional destination healthcare provider. -
(Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Chloe Park)Museums, diners and roadside attractions spruce up as the ‘Mother Road’ turns 100
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Naomi Delkamiller/Midwest NewsroomU.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is being taken to court over its efforts to deport an Iowa man back to his home country of Vietnam. The deportation efforts follow a 1997 conviction in a Des Moines shooting. -
Sheila Brummer/Iowa Public RadioA jury found Brandon Bradshaw of Sioux City not guilty on misdemeanor charges after a two-day trial in Woodbury County District Court. His case sparked national attention and local debate over public art. -
Zach Boyden-Holmes/The Des Moines RegisterDemocratic U.S. Senate candidates Josh Turek and Zach Wahls debated for an hour Tuesday night on Iowa PBS. They discussed issues like campaign finance reform, Social Security, immigration, agriculture and healthcare, while also addressing questions of electability. -
Lucius Pham/Iowa Public RadioVice President JD Vance stopped in Iowa to rally support for Republican Rep. Zach Nunn and pitch the GOP as the party that prioritizes working-class values.
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Sheila Brummer/Harvest Public MediaThe news of ICE raids has quieted in recent months, but many immigrants are still living with uncertainty. Here is a look at the people and organizations who are working to assist immigrants in their communities throughout the Midwest and Great Plains. -
Derek Davis/River Valley Ag ExchangeThe cost of doing business in agriculture was already high before the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which spiked fertilizer and fuel prices. Now, making any money this season may require farmers to cut back on certain resources. -
Angela Major/Wisconsin Public RadioCommunity-supported agriculture has been a popular way for people to buy produce from local farms for decades. There's new pressure on farmers to offer more customization and convenience – but some CSA supporters worry that may dilute the original purpose. -
Benjamin Reed/Washburn UniversityOrnate box turtles and their kin face steep challenges in today’s world, but people can help out by raising the deck height on their mowers, allowing turtles to cross the road and not taking them home as pets.
Join Kai Swanson on a trip along the Danube river to visit a series of historic Christmas Markets.
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Nutrition and wellness educator Kristin Bogdonas of University of Illinois Extension provides timely news, information, ideas to promote healthy living in the Quad Cities and beyond.
Heartland Politics with Robin Johnson is a political podcast discussing current issues we face as a country featuring interviews with senators, congressmen, governors, and other political elite.
What's Happenin' QC is sponsored by Seiffert Building Supplies."What's Happenin' QC," is a weekly podcast where Quad Citizens talk about their favorite people, places, and things that make the Quad Cities unique.From live music to food festivals, charity events to art exhibits, our guests will keep you in the loop on all the exciting things taking place in the QC. Whether you're a longtime resident or a visitor looking for the inside scoop on the area's top attractions listen to What’s Happenin’ QC and get ready to make the most of your time in the Quad Cities!
Listen to the podcast: College students Jasmine Babers and Mikhayla Hughes-Shaw sit down with young women from the Quad Cities and beyond for intimate conversations about young adulthood, touching on difficult topics such as mental health while also having some fun along the way.
Welcome to Footlights: a community theater podcast from the Quad Cities, hosted by performing arts veteran Chris Hicks, and rotating collection of Thespians from around the area. Join us each episode for exclusive conversations with local theater artists about our love for local theater and the life it brings to our community.
Matt Rebro of Russell Construction and Joy Dodson of PeakJoy talk with people from a wide variety of professions about what they do, how they got started, and how you might follow in their footsteps.