Public Health & Safety
Local public health and safety news from WVIK Quad Cities NPR.
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Building a winter wellness arsenal involves preparing yourself physically and mentally to navigate the challenges of the colder months. Here are 12 tips to help you create a comprehensive winter wellness plan:
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Moline, Davenport, Rock Island, and Bettendorf have closed their dog parks to stop the spread of a respiratory disease in dogs.
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Forecasters expect higher than normal temperatures in the Quad Cities area. As for the outlook for snow and rain, models favor drier conditions.
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A teenager was arrested Tuesday for threatening violence at Davenport Central High School and McKinley Elementary School.
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An overnight shelter in Galesburg opened this month to give homeless individuals a safe and warm place to sleep.
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GovernmentThomas Bergami served as warden at the federal prison from early 2022 through July, when he retired.
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GovernmentJon Zumkehr is the President of Local 40-70 of the American Federation of Government Employees. He represents about 450 union workers at Thomson.
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A rabbi in the Quad Cities is calling for residents to support their Muslim neighbors.
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EnvironmentThe Waste Commission of Scott County now has a more efficient and accurate recycling process. That's according to Rachel Evans, communication coordinator.
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GovernmentWe should find out where the I-80 bridge study team recommends building a new bridge.