The Rock Island Swing Bridge in Inver Grove Heights will celebrate its latest $560K update on June 17.

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.

Rock Island Trail breaks new ground, with plans for 450-mile loop across Missouri Backers of the 144-mile railroad corridor hope it will become a destination for cyclists and hikers.

A longtime Rock Island County employee who retired in June of 2024 was arrested Wednesday after an investigation allegedly showed she stole at least $900,000 from the county.

Explore the revitalized Kansas River waterfront as Rock Island Bridge opens with dining, bars, river activity, and trails connecting KCK to Missouri’s West Bottoms.

DES MOINES, Iowa, Sept. 17.-Attorney General Mullan has filed with Gov. Cummins an opinion in relation to the Rock Island reorganization, in which he holds that under the Iowa statutes this ...

Rock Island Mayor Mike Thoms has officially conceded to Ashley Harris after final vote totals showed Harris winning the closely contested mayoral race.

Rock Island’s mayor, Mike Thoms, faced challenger Harris in the spring election. Thoms has been the mayor of Rock Island since 2017.

KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Another delay in an opening date for the Rock Island Bridge. The bridge that would serve as an entertainment district, connecting Kansas City, Missouri and Kansas City ...

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

The lawsuit was filed in federal court by Dytanya Robinson, the first Black woman police officer in Rock Island history who was hired in 1998.