Lela Bridges-Webb
Five successful African-American doctors from one family who have overcome adversity to pursue their lifelong dreams will speak in the Quad Cities May 21-23.
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Project NowHB0624, 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. -
Jim VondruskaLocal communities are bracing for the effect new federal work requirements will have on food security for hundreds of thousands of Illinoisans. -
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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(Capitol News Illinois photo by Nikoel Hytrek)Members of both parties have shown a willingness to approve at least some regulations -
(Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)The eight-bill package tackles consumer protection, education, transparency -
Marissa Lindemann/Harvest Public MediaWhen beekeepers saw widespread honeybee die-offs last year, researchers at the USDA Beltsville Agricultural Research Center stepped in to help. The Trump administration now plans to close the facility, sparking concern among beekeepers and scientists. -
WGLT staff photoA member of the Midwest Leadership Board for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital says no child will lose their care as the affiliation with OSF HealthCare comes to an end.
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Isabella Luu/Iowa Public RadioCharter school students have more access to classes and services through their home district under a bill signed into law by Gov. Kim Reynolds. -
Natalie Krebs/Iowa Public RadioDemocratic U.S. Senate candidates Josh Turek and Zach Wahls are facing a competitive primary as they attempt to flip Republican Joni Ernst's open Senate seat this fall. -
Madeleine Charis King/Iowa Public RadioEarly and absentee voting in Iowa began Wednesday, May 13 for the 2026 primary election. Iowans who register to vote as a Republican or Democrat can now cast their ballots ahead of the June 2 primary. -
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.
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Claire Benjamin/University of IllinoisThe U.S. Department of Agriculture is proposing moving the Maize Genetics Cooperation Stock Center and the National Soybean Germplasm Collection from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus, where they've both been housed for decades. -
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. -
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. -
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.
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.