Establishing Rock Island as a port district could be a game-changer for a city the governor’s office describes as “economically distressed.” When some people think of ports, they imagine ...

Despite her failing condition, Rock Island Engine 32 had one last, very important mission -- provide firefighters with a unique training opportunity.

The company behind the project asked Wyandotte County to have until March 31, 2026, to open the bridge and restaurant.

Read recent real estate transactions in Rock Island and Henry counties: ...

Local News Former Rock Island County employee charged with stealing more than $900,000 62-year-old Leisa A. Streeter spent 34 years working for Rock Island County before retiring in 2024.

ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL, Ill. – The Rock Island Arsenal-Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center has successfully completed its ISO 45001 audit, conducted by leading certification body AMTIVO.

Sheriff Hart said after careful consideration he is choosing not to seek re-election as he plans to retire after serving with the Rock Island County Sheriff’s Office for 33 years.

Incumbent Mike Thoms and Ashley Harris are running for mayor of Rock Island in the April 1 consolidated election.

Rock Island Police Chief Timothy McCloud says the abduction of a 4-year-old girl from Rock Island was an “intentional deception.“ ...

The Rock Island County Coroner Brian Gustafson has released the identity and cause of death for a man shot by police on Sunday who later died.