09/08/2024
The NSSL's experimental Warn-on-Forecast system was used during the Greenfield tornado.
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09/08/2024
The tropical air pattern has shifted the past few weeks, limiting tropical development.
09/08/2024
The fundraiser set up for 14-year-old Christian Angulo, who died in the tragic shooting, shared details about his life, asking for community help in his burial.
09/08/2024
It’s been one year since The Current first aired! Shout out to WQAD Shelby Kluver, James Zahara WQAD and everyone else on the News 8 team that has helped create such a special newscast🥳
1 WHOLE YEAR OF THE CURRENT 🌊 September 7th is 365 days since we launched this show. Since then, we’ve had 606 guests join us at 4 o’clock. I’ve poured my heart and soul into this show. Can’t wait to see what year 2 brings 💙
09/08/2024
Robert Schock was found "alive and well" in a Washington basin a month after he was first reported missing.
Robert Schock was found "alive and well" in the Chilliwack Basin a month after he was first reported missing.
09/08/2024
Their showdown reflects not just two separate visions for the country but two politicians who approach big moments very differently.
09/08/2024
Four airports were shuttered, including in the capital Hanoi, and the city of Haiphong.
09/08/2024
The recall covers certain trucks from the 2019 and 2021 through 2024 model years.
09/07/2024
Cast your vote for this weeks Midwest Technical Institute Score Standout. Each week's winner is featured in News 8's "Off the Kuff."
09/07/2024
Ladan Ali admitted losing confidence the bribe plan would work and hatched her own plan to steal the bribe money.
09/07/2024
Amid unfounded claims of widespread voter fraud, we VERIFY what systems states have in place to keep ineligible voters from casting ballots.
09/07/2024
The United States equestrian team won three more medals in Paralympics dressage on Saturday.
09/07/2024
His composition “Mas que Nada” was one of the songs that helped popularize the Brazilian music genre bossa nova worldwide in the 1960s.
09/07/2024
When asked, Amazon Alexa gave reasons to vote for Kamala Harris, but not Donald Trump. Here's what happened:
An Amazon spokesperson says “an error that was quickly fixed” caused Alexa to respond differently to the two prompts.
09/07/2024
Trump’s sentencing, previously scheduled for Sept. 18, is not the reason the National Guard is in New York City. They're assisting the NYPD with transit patrols.
09/07/2024
Events like the school shooting in Georgia can make kids feel anxious and fearful. Talking to them can help them process their emotions.
09/07/2024
The former vice president and lifelong Republican said Donald Trump "can never be trusted with power again."
09/07/2024
Since 2022, the position pushed by abortion rights advocates has prevailed in all seven statewide abortion-related ballot measures.
09/07/2024
The White House said it was “deeply disturbed” by the killing of a U.S. citizen and called on Israel to investigate what happened.
09/07/2024
The odds of winning the jackpot are one in 302,575,350.
09/07/2024
The victim has been identified; the suspect will be identified after they have officially pressed charges.
09/07/2024
The Salvation Army in Davenport is asking for essential hygiene product donations, such as shampoo, soap and toilet paper.
09/07/2024
VERIFY found that Donald Trump’s presidential campaign has unpaid bills in at least six cities for costs associated with his campaign events over the years.
09/07/2024
The father is accused of knowingly allowing his son to possess a weapon, the GBI said.
09/07/2024
Alice is Sam Walton's only daughter with an estimated fortune of $89.1 billion, Forbes said.
09/07/2024
It's the second week of high school football in the Quad Cities region and the News 8 Sports team has all the highlights.
09/07/2024
The 1.2 million pound Union Pacific train is the largest steam train in the world.
09/07/2024
As Nick Knapp began his senior year at Peoria Woodruff High School, everything he'd ever worked for was coming together. That all changed one day in gym class.
09/07/2024
In recent years, the IRS launched a series of initiatives aimed at pursuing high-wealth individuals who have failed to pay their tax debts.
09/07/2024
"So if you're watching me, I'm dead," YouTuber Paul Harrell explained in the video.
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The Score Football Week 2: Sept. 6, 2024
It's the second week of high school football in the Quad Cities region and the News 8 Sports team has all the highlights.
Weather Impact Forecast for Friday, September 6, 2024
Cooler temperatures build in today and continue through the weekend. Outside of a sprinkle this afternoon, expect sunshine and clouds. Big warm-up still expected next week. You can track the heat, here.
Weather Impact Forecast for Thursday, September 5, 2024
Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms will arrive this afternoon. No severe weather is expected. A few more showers are likely on Friday. Track the timing of those and your weekend's best, here.
Macomb police give update after 2 officers shot Wednesday night
Macomb police hosted a press conference at 11 p.m. Wednesday night after two officers were shot while executing a search warrant in the 300 block of North Normal Street. News 8 will continue to follow this story as more information is made available.
Plants & Gardens with Craig Hignight | Sept. 4, 2024
Plants and gardens expert Craig Hignight is in the studio to answer your planting questions. Submit them now in the comments below!
Weather Impact Forecast for Wednesday, September 4, 2024
A little more summer-like feel to the air is expected through Thursday as we track our next cold front. Showers and a few storms are still expected before the weekend and you can track those, here.
Accurate Forecast for Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Another beautiful early September back is on track for us. Temperatures will feel more summer-like by Thursday which will also be our next opportunity for rainfall. You can track the timing, here.
The Score is Back! Week 1, August 30
Friday night football is back in full swing!
Plants & Gardens with Craig Hignight: Aug. 28, 2024
Plants and gardens expert Craig Hignight is in the studio to answer your plant questions. Submit them now in the comments below!
Plants & Gardens with Craig Hignight | Aug. 21, 2024
Plants and gardens expert Craig Hignight is in the studio to answer your plant questions. Submit them in the comments below.
Did you see the Blue Supermoon last night? 🌕 Major kudos to our photographer Alex Montoya for these incredible shots! If you missed it last night, no need to worry. The moon will still be looking spectacular tonight.
Storm Track 8 Chief Meteorologist James Zahara WQAD gives a brief update for tonight’s Weather Impact Alert 🚨
Storm Track 8 Weather Impact Alert Chat - Thursday, Aug. 15
Storm Track 8 Weather Impact Alert Chat, forecasting storms for Thursday, Aug. 15.
Plants & Gardens with Craig Hignight | Aug. 14
Plants & Gardens with Craig Hignight. Ask questions in the chat!
Storm Track 8 Weather Impact Alert | Thursday, Aug. 15
The Storm Track 8 team has issued a Weather Impact Alert Day for Thursday, Aug. 15. Join Andrew Stutzke and Morgan Strackbein as they preview the storms, starting at 9 a.m.
Iowa Football Coach Kirk Ferentz speaks at Hawkeye media day | Aug. 9, 2024
Iowa Head Coach Kirk Ferentz speaks at Iowa football media day to look ahead to the 2024-25 season after the Hawkeyes won the Big Ten West crown a year ago.
Plants & Gardens with Craig Hignight | August 7, 2024
Plants and gardens expert Craig Hignight is in the studio to answer your plant questions. Submit your questions in the comments below.
This train vs. truck collision occurred around noon on Thursday in Scott County between Bettendorf and LeClaire. Officials said the driver of the truck was able to exit the vehicle under their own power and was transported to a local hospital. Read more: https://www.wqad.com/article/news/local/scott-county-train-truck-crash/526-d928b3b4-9e24-4283-bf24-b7a2636106a9
Plants & Gardens with Craig Hignight | July 31, 2024
Plants and gardens expert Craig Hignight is in the studio to answer your plants and gardening questions. Submit your questions in the comments below!
Check this out 🌊 Residents at Senior Star at Elmore Place in Davenport turned up the summer fun with a Slip & Slide Tuesday morning. What a fun time!
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