Jenny Hipskind is a Managing Editor for WQAD News 8, focusing on local news in the Quad Cities area of Illinois. With a passion for community journalism, Jenny covers a wide range of topics including crime, local events, human interest stories, and updates on local government and organizations.
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Police responded to the 100 block of W River Drive around 12:30 a.m. for a call of shots fired with a victim.
By: Nora Reichardt, Jenny Hipskind
19-year-old Johnathan Terrones of East Moline has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of 23-year-old Mason Payne, according to the Davenport Police Department.
By: Jenny Hipskind
The district's policy is to notify police if a weapon is detected and police will confiscate the items.
By: Jenny Hipskind
It's unclear how long the man has been missing but crews have been searching since this morning.
By: Jenny Hipskind
Davenport Police are on the scene of an incident where a train is stopped downtown, blocking the Gaines Street intersection.
By: Jenny Hipskind
The Quad Cities region's premier fireworks show, Red, White and Boom!, takes place on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 9:30 p.m.
The fast-food burger chain currently has two locations in Davenport.
By: Jenny Hipskind
There is no identification of the body yet found in the truck that was reported stolen in 2017. It was found near the boat ramp at Empire Park.
East Moline fire crews responded to the area after a 911 caller reported seeing flames coming from the home.
The Quad Cities area offers plenty of fun events to get you in the holiday spirit!
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