HIV and the military / Police use of force / AME and gay marriage / cannabis and presidential candidates

Sep 5, 2024

Learn about a federal judge’s ruling on HIV and the military, the AME’s continued opposition to gay marriage, growth in police use of force since 2020, and the two presidential candidates’ agreement on cannabis legalization.

American Idol’s David Archuleta opens up about “coming out”

Aug 22, 2024

Former American Idol star David Archuleta headlines Cedar Valley Pride Fest in Waterloo. He shares his story of “coming out” as a gay man and leaving the Mormon Church just three years ago.

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News & Features

TreeoNine Fest in East Moline offers cannabis culture and reggae-seasoned multi-genre music

Jun 28, 2024

The TreeoNine fest happens tonight and Saturday in East Moline and showcases cannabis culture, plus multi-genre musical artists.

Davenport resident seeks to start LGBTQ+ sports league for eastern Iowa, northwest Illinois

Jun 19, 2024

Travis Stanger is gathering sign-ups of people who would be interested in an LGBTQ+ identified Stonewall Sports chapter for the greater Quad Cities region, including eastern Iowa and northwest Illinois.

Opinion

With courage and care: history and Eisenhower tell us how to handle January 6

Jan 11, 2022

For a cue on how to handle January 6 in classrooms and beyond, history teacher Kent Mick recalls Eisenhower’s stance to support desegregation in 1957.