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Animals

A forgotten war was lost against crows in Illinois. Here's why conservationists stopped bombing the birds

Outdoors

Missouri's 4th black bear hunting season just ended. Here's how many bears were harvested

The season ran from Oct. 21-30 and was an exclusive event, with only 400 out of 5,969 hunters being approved for permits in a lottery drawing.
Health

Understanding the risks of Lyme disease

If you start to feel sick after having a tick bite, make sure you head to the doctor. If the disease isn't caught early, it can lead to serious complications.
The Current

How a Bettendorf grad is making it easier for people to go outdoors

Alivia Isaacson created 'Rent-A-Hike' kits that include various supplies for going outside. It earned her the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest a Scout can achieve.
Hard Work Determination

Hundreds of runners compete in Illinois' only point-to-point, all-trail ultramarathon

The Hennepin Hundred is a 100-mile race following the Hennepin Canal from Sterling to Colona and must be completed in under 30 hours.
The Current

Illinois' only point-to-point, all-trail ultramarathon is about to take off! Here's how you can help out.

The Hennepin Hundred is a 100-mile race following the Hennepin Canal from Sterling to Colona. It takes place on Oct. 5 and is the only race of its kind in the state.
The Current

Illinois' only point-to-point, all-trail ultramarathon is about to take off! Here's how you can help out.

The Hennepin Hundred is a 100-mile race following the Hennepin Canal from Sterling to Colona. It takes place on Oct. 5 and is the only race of its kind in the state.
Hard Work Determination

Hundreds of runners set off on Illinois' only point-to-point, all-trail ultramarathon

The Hennepin Hundred is a 100-mile race following the Hennepin Canal from Sterling to Colona.
Hard Work Determination

Runners from around the world compete in The Hennepin Hundred

The Hennepin Hundred is a 100-mile race following the Hennepin Canal from Sterling to Colona. Runners must finish it within 30 hours.
Animals

Man kills mountain lion with shovel in Colorado

The man told CPW investigators that the lion was acting aggressively and that he killed it in self-defense.
Animals

A 100% fatal deer disease was found in 18 new Missouri counties. Here's what that means for hunters

"Hunters can help reduce the spread of CWD by following the carcass transportation regulations and properly disposing of deer carcasses," an MDC representative said.
Local News

Walcott sixth graders getting out in nature through 'School of the Wild' program

Some students are spending four days at West Lake Park in Davenport, learning about plants, animals and various outdoor skills.

East Moline creating plans to upgrade water infrastructure

East Moline officials calling for improvements to city's water infrastructure

Water infrastructure in East Moline in need of upgrades, officials argue

University of Iowa police find 56 fraternity pledges blindfolded in potential hazing incident

Wind Advisory until 3am

Tropical Storm Sara weakens to tropical depression after making landfall in Belize

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A forgotten war was lost against crows in Illinois. Here's why conservationists stopped bombing the birds

Missouri's 4th black bear hunting season just ended. Here's how many bears were harvested

Understanding the risks of Lyme disease

How a Bettendorf grad is making it easier for people to go outdoors

Hundreds of runners compete in Illinois' only point-to-point, all-trail ultramarathon

Illinois' only point-to-point, all-trail ultramarathon is about to take off! Here's how you can help out.

Illinois' only point-to-point, all-trail ultramarathon is about to take off! Here's how you can help out.

Hundreds of runners set off on Illinois' only point-to-point, all-trail ultramarathon

Runners from around the world compete in The Hennepin Hundred

Man kills mountain lion with shovel in Colorado

A 100% fatal deer disease was found in 18 new Missouri counties. Here's what that means for hunters

Walcott sixth graders getting out in nature through 'School of the Wild' program

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