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Where is the cheapest gas in the Quad Cities?

Here's where you can find the cheapest gas in the Quad Cities area, information provided by GasBuddy.com.
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Biden's $100 billion disaster aid request includes money to rebuild the collapsed Baltimore bridge

Lawmakers are meeting in a lame-duck session to finish key priorities before a new Congress and the incoming Trump administration take over.
Environment

Millions of Americans traveling for Thanksgiving causes an increase in pollution

The travel industry is making strides to reduce greenhouse emissions by switching to electric fleets or offering more direct flights.
Community

3 Things to Know | Quad Cities morning headlines for Nov. 18, 2024

Iowa State Patrol is investigating a crash near Coralville involving a University of Iowa student, and Davenport firefighters are working to learn more about a fire.
National

Driver dies after ignoring blockades, plummeting into North Carolina gorge

The driver died from her injuries.
Traffic

Preparing your car for winter: How to check your tire treads at home

Avoid a special trip to the tire shop by checking your tread at home with a little help from Abe Lincoln.
Regional

One person dead after Chicago freight train collides with FedEx truck

The crash occurred this morning south of downtown Chicago, and is the second train crash in the area. No details have been released about the cause of the crash.
Traffic

Breaking: I-280 eastbound side blocked to traffic

Drivers who take I-280 in Illinois are encouraged to avoid this area as first responders clear the area. News 8 is working to gather more information this morning.
Bridges

Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapses after cargo ship collision

Officials in Maryland are looking for survivors after a cargo ship hit the Francis Scott Key Bridge. First responders say all lanes of traffic are closed.
News

Motorcyclist killed in Davenport crash, police confirm

One person driving a motorcycle died at the scene, while the operator of the SUV was found uninjured. Davenport police are continuing to investigate the crash.
Community

3 Things to Know | Quad Cities morning headlines for Oct. 31, 2024

An Illinois driver faces citations following a crash involving an Illinois State Police unit, and Coal Valley is pushing the government to upgrade the water system.