Legal action initiated in response to deadly police shooting in eastern Iowa

The officers involved in the high-speed chase that resulted in the shooting and death of a man in eastern Iowa in 2022 are now being sued by the victim’s estate. The estate of Kenneth Jamal Carrol, along with its administrator Shanita Taylor, has filed a lawsuit against the cities of Davenport and Bettendorf. Additionally, the … Read more

Woman Accused of Shooting Boyfriend Freed on Bail, Victim Alarmed

On September 5th, Alexys Pinto, 23, allegedly enticed her boyfriend to a secluded spot on Houston’s South Side, under the pretense of watching the sunset together. However, once there, she unexpectedly brandished a firearm and began firing shots. Elvis Muñoz vividly remembers the terrifying moment when his ex-girlfriend opened fire on him. He was struck … Read more

Scott County Jail hires 7 new employees, but loses 8 existing staff members

Sheriff Tim Lane of the Scott County Jail in Davenport, Iowa, is constantly struggling to maintain adequate staffing levels. Law enforcement agencies in the Quad-Cities are still facing challenges in hiring despite the nationwide rebound of law enforcement officer shortages since the pandemic. “We recently added seven new correctional officers to our team, which was … Read more

2-Year-Old Migrant Found Alone at Border Searching for Parents

A heart-rending symbol of the Biden administration’s failure to protect vulnerable asylum-seekers was found at the US border on Sunday. A 2-year-old migrant girl was discovered clutching a piece of paper that only had a first name and phone number on it. A group of over 200 illegal migrants, including 60 unaccompanied minors, were apprehended … Read more

Expecting cool temperatures for Thanksgiving Day and the upcoming weekend.

Weather Forecast: Dry and Cool Thanksgiving Ahead What We Are Tracking: High pressure will continue to dominate the weather, keeping temperatures warm during the day and cool overnight. Starting Tuesday, a front will bring cooler temperatures, with highs dropping into the 70s and lows in the 50s. A stronger cold front will arrive on Thanksgiving … Read more

Man from Burlington accused of fraud

The Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office recently received information regarding a potential fraud incident that took place in October at 9276 Lakeview Drive in rural Burlington, Iowa. During the investigation, deputies discovered that REM Iowa, a company specializing in in-home care for individuals with disabilities, had reported to Health and Human Services about a former … Read more