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Armed Forces Day

It was Armed Forces Day at Brady Street Stadium. Folks had a chance to check out the trucks, the boats, and even the floats. More>>

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Hundreds lace up for annual 'Heart Walk'

Hundreds of Quad Citians laced up their sneakers for the annual ‘Heart Walk'. It's one of the biggest fundraisers for the American heart association to raise money for research and treatment for cardiovascular More>>

Altona Ambulance Service raises money for new equipment

By: Jillian Wilsonjwilson@cbs4qc.comPeople in Altona are teaming up to raise money for electric cots, like this one here. "It's very helpful especially for our backs because we don't have to do as much manual More>>

Illinois State Fair Museum searches for honorees

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) The Illinois State Fair Museum Foundation is looking for 10 people to honor as Illinoisans of the Day at the fair this August in Springfield. The program recognizes Illinois More>>

Gas Prices Skyrocketing in Quad Cities

Gas prices are hitting all time highs across the Midwest, and it doesn't look like the cost of fuel will be going down anytime soon. More>>

IL Senate compromises on concealed/carry bill

By: CBS4 News, newsroom@cbs4qc.com (AP) _ Legislation in the Illinois Senate allowing people to carry concealed weapons no longer would require applicants to show they have ``good moral character.'' Sen. More>>

More jobs headed to Galesburg

More jobs could be coming to Galesburg.
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The Child Abuse Council's 10th Annual Spring Gala

By: Christine Souderscsouders@cbs4qc.comA special night for one QC organization that helps children. The Child Abuse Council held its 10th annual Spring Gala Friday at the Oakwood Country Club in Coal More>>

Local woman's prayers are answered

By: CBS4 News, newsroom@cbs4qc.com We first introduced you Thursday to a Carbon Cliff woman, still struggling to clean up her flood damaged home. 75-year-old Lavon Kleffner lost almost everything when More>>

A revival for Clinton's downtown

A revival is in the works for downtown Clinton. People we talked to say the area is begging for some action. Now there's a plan in place for new apartments and stores. More>>

Steve Long Goes to School

It's a chance to learn what goes on in TV news. CBS4 Anchor Steve Long talked to students Friday in Mrs. Kress' 5th grade class at Riverdale Heights Elementary School in Bettendorf. More>>

Geneseo Police search for phony cop

Driver reported being pulled over by a man in a uniform that wasn't a police officer More>>

Quinn asking for more federal aid money

Governor Pat Quinn has asked for 16 more Illinois counties to receive federal aid after flooding last month More>>

Illinois passes medical marijuana bill

Bill now heads to Governor Quinn's desk More>>

Powerball jackpot the biggest ever

Powerball now up to $600 million More>>

Heart Walk Quad Cities

The 2013 Heart Walk Quad Cities is tomorrow morning benefiting the American Heart Association. More>>

Fire in Abandoned Davenport House

A fire damages an abandoned house in Davenport. More>>

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Gas Prices Skyrocketing in Quad Cities
Gas Prices Skyrocketing in Quad Cities
By: Christine Souderscsouders@cbs4qc.comGas prices are hitting all time highs across the Midwest, and it doesn't look like the cost of fuel will be going down anytime soon.Friday morning, the cost of unleadedMore >>
Gas prices are hitting all time highs across the Midwest, and it doesn't look like the cost of fuel will be going down anytime soon.More >>
DNR: Illinois losing too much Lake Michigan water
DNR: Illinois losing too much Lake Michigan water
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources wants to change permit regulations for local communities that use Lake Michigan water. The proposal is an effort to document and slow the loss of lake water.More >>
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources wants to change permit regulations for local communities that use Lake Michigan water. The proposal is an effort to document and slow the loss of lake water.More >>
Big Ten Football 2014 Schedule
Big Ten Football 2014 Schedule
By: Jay Kidwell sports@cbs4qc.com The Big Ten office announced the conference schedule for the 2014 football season today, as approved by the Big Ten Directors of Athletics. The 2014 schedule consistsMore >>
The Big Ten office announced the conference schedule for the 2014 football season today, as approved by the Big Ten Directors of Athletics. The 2014 schedule consists of eight games for each of the Big Ten's 14 teams and feature a new division alignment.More >>
Geneseo Police search for phony cop
Geneseo Police search for phony cop
by Mike Colónmcolon@cbs4qc.comGeneseo Police are looking for a man they say made a phony traffic stop.Around 6 A.M. Thursday a dark colored unmarked car made another driver pull over in the 800 block ofMore >>
Driver reported being pulled over by a man in a uniform that wasn't a police officerMore >>
Burlington Bees Fall to Wisconsin May 17
Burlington Bees Fall to Wisconsin May 17
By: Brett Nowack sports@cbs4qc.com @brett_nowack Reid Scoggins and Jake Boyd allowed a combined eight runs and the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers beat the Burlington Bees 8-4 on Friday night at CommunityMore >>
Reid Scoggins and Jake Boyd allowed a combined eight runs and the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers beat the Burlington Bees 8-4 on Friday night at Community Field. More >>
IL Senate compromises on concealed/carry bill
IL Senate compromises on concealed/carry bill
By: CBS4 News, newsroom@cbs4qc.com (AP) _ Legislation in the Illinois Senate allowing people to carry concealed weapons no longer would require applicants to show they have ``good moral character.'' Sen.More >>
By: CBS4 News, newsroom@cbs4qc.com (AP) _ Legislation in the Illinois Senate allowing people to carry concealed weapons no longer would require applicants to show they have ``good moral character.'' Sen.More >>
Steve Long Goes to School
Steve Long Goes to School
By: Crispin Havener chavener@cbs4qc.com It's a chance to learn what goes on in TV news. CBS4 Anchor Steve Long talked to students Friday in Mrs. Kress' 5th grade class at Riverdale Heights ElementaryMore >>
It's a chance to learn what goes on in TV news. CBS4 Anchor Steve Long talked to students Friday in Mrs. Kress' 5th grade class at Riverdale Heights Elementary School in Bettendorf.More >>
8 Illinois Lottery payout checks bounce
8 Illinois Lottery payout checks bounce
Some lucky winners of the Illinois Lottery weren't so lucky when they went to cash their checks.More >>
Some lucky winners of the Illinois Lottery weren't so lucky when they went to cash their checks.More >>

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Ill. lawmakers face tough votes before adjourning
Ill. lawmakers face tough votes before adjourning
With just two weeks left in the legislative session, Illinois lawmakers have a full plate of controversial issues to tackle.More >>
With just two weeks left in the legislative session, Illinois lawmakers have a full plate of controversial issues to tackle.More >>
Lewis says fight to stop school closings not over
Lewis says fight to stop school closings not over
Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis says the fight to stop the closure of dozens of city schools will not end with the school board's upcoming vote on the proposal.More >>
Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis says the fight to stop the closure of dozens of city schools will not end with the school board's upcoming vote on the proposal.More >>
Chicago Teachers Union begins 3-day citywide march
Chicago Teachers Union begins 3-day citywide march
The Chicago Teachers Union is launching a three-day march around the city in protest of Mayor Rahm Emanuel's proposal to close dozens of schools.More >>
The Chicago Teachers Union is launching a three-day march around the city in protest of Mayor Rahm Emanuel's proposal to close dozens of schools.More >>
Man charged with making video in hospital bathroom
Man charged with making video in hospital bathroom
A suburban Chicago man is being accused of using his cellphone video camera to record women in a bathroom at Elmhurst Hospital.More >>
A suburban Chicago man is being accused of using his cellphone video camera to record women in a bathroom at Elmhurst Hospital.More >>
News Minute: Here is the latest Illinois news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest Illinois news from The Associated Press
Illinois now has tougher penalties for those who use social media to organize violent "flash mobs" like those that have occurred on Chicago's Michigan Avenue and in other tourist areas. Gov. Pat Quinn signed legislation...More >>
Illinois cracks down on social media 'flash mobs'
Illinois cracks down on social media 'flash mobs'
Illinois now has tougher penalties for those who use social media to organize violent "flash mobs" like those that have occurred on Chicago's Michigan Avenue and in other tourist areas.More >>
Illinois now has tougher penalties for those who use social media to organize violent "flash mobs" like those that have occurred on Chicago's Michigan Avenue and in other tourist areas.More >>
Train hits semi-trailer truck in eastern Illinois
Train hits semi-trailer truck in eastern Illinois
The diver of a semi-trailer truck has walked away without serious injury after his vehicle collided with a freight train in eastern Illinois.More >>
The diver of a semi-trailer truck has walked away without serious injury after his vehicle collided with a freight train in eastern Illinois.More >>
Body found after boating accident on LaMoine River
Body found after boating accident on LaMoine River
The body of a 20-year-old man missing since a boating accident a week ago has been recovered from the LaMoine River in western Illinois.More >>
The body of a 20-year-old man missing since a boating accident a week ago has been recovered from the LaMoine River in western Illinois.More >>

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1 killed, child injured in 2-vehicle crash in Iowa
1 killed, child injured in 2-vehicle crash in Iowa
One person has died and a young child critically injured in a two-vehicle crash just north of Central City.More >>
One person has died and a young child critically injured in a two-vehicle crash just north of Central City.More >>
Powerball jackpot closing in on another record
Powerball jackpot closing in on another record
It's been less than 10 months since the world record for a lottery prize. On Saturday night, it could conceivably fall once again.More >>
It's been less than 10 months since the world record for a lottery prize. On Saturday night, it could conceivably fall once again.More >>
Report: corn planting finally under way in Iowa
Report: corn planting finally under way in Iowa
Corn planting has finally gotten under way in Iowa, according to the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture figures.More >>
Corn planting has finally gotten under way in Iowa, according to the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture figures.More >>
4 Louisiana men convicted of deer poaching in Iowa
4 Louisiana men convicted of deer poaching in Iowa
Four men from Louisiana men have been found guilty of poaching deer in southwest Iowa.More >>
Four men from Louisiana men have been found guilty of poaching deer in southwest Iowa.More >>
Sheaffer Pen centennial gala in Fort Madison
Sheaffer Pen centennial gala in Fort Madison
The centennial celebration of the Sheaffer Pen Co. has made its way to where the famed writing implement got its start - in Fort Madison, Iowa.More >>
The centennial celebration of the Sheaffer Pen Co. has made its way to where the famed writing implement got its start - in Fort Madison, Iowa.More >>
Carnival ride mishap in Iowa injures child
Carnival ride mishap in Iowa injures child
A young child is recovering from a serious gash to his head after a carnival ride he was on malfunctioned.More >>
A young child is recovering from a serious gash to his head after a carnival ride he was on malfunctioned.More >>
Injured Iowa firefighter released from hospital
Injured Iowa firefighter released from hospital
A Des Moines firefighter injured when he and others fell through a floor while fighting an apartment building fire has been released from the hospital.More >>
A Des Moines firefighter injured when he and others fell through a floor while fighting an apartment building fire has been released from the hospital.More >>
Company plans to open call center in Mason City
Company plans to open call center in Mason City
Officials say a Dubuque-based call center plans to begin operations in Mason City and hopes to create 135 jobs over the next five years.More >>
Officials say a Dubuque-based call center plans to begin operations in Mason City and hopes to create 135 jobs over the next five years.More >>

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Official: Broken rail eyed in Conn. train crash
Official: Broken rail eyed in Conn. train crash
Two commuter trains packed with rush-hour commuters collided in an accident that sent more than 60 people to Connecticut hospitals, severely damaged the tracks and threatened to snarl travel in the congested...More >>
The commuter train derailment and collision that left dozens injured outside New York City was not the result of foul play, officials said Saturday, but a fractured section of rail is being studied to determine if it is...More >>
Last-minute fortune seekers buy Powerball tickets
Last-minute fortune seekers buy Powerball tickets
It's been less than 10 months since the world record for a lottery prize. On Saturday night, it could conceivably fall once again.More >>
It's all about the odds.More >>
Up to 60 injured after car drives into Va. parade
Up to 60 injured after car drives into Va. parade
Witnesses in southwestern Virginia say a car has driven into a crowd at a parade. Several people appear to be hurt, but the nature of their injuries wasn't immediately known.More >>
About 50 to 60 people were injured Saturday when a driver described by witnesses as an elderly man drove his car into a group of hikers marching in a parade in a small Virginia mountain town.More >>
Federal report documents inmate sex abuse in US
Federal report documents inmate sex abuse in US
Inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards, according to a new federal report based on surveys of inmates at...More >>
Inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards, according to a new federal report based on surveys of inmates at U.S. jails...More >>
FBI searches apartment in ricin letter case
FBI searches apartment in ricin letter case
The FBI and other law enforcement agencies are executing a search warrant in the case of two letters containing the deadly poison ricin that were intercepted this week at a post office in Washington state.More >>
Authorities in hazardous materials suits searched a downtown Spokane apartment Saturday, investigating the recent discovery of a pair of letters containing the deadly poison ricin.More >>
Police call fatal NYC shooting a hate crime
Police call fatal NYC shooting a hate crime
Police say a gunman used anti-gay slurs before fatally shooting a 32-year-old man in New York City's Greenwich (GREN'-ich) Village.More >>
A gunman used homophobic slurs before firing a fatal shot point-blank into a man's face on a Manhattan street alive with a weekend midnight crowd, a killing New York's police commissioner called an "anti-gay" hate...More >>
2 fires north of LA persist after long fire week
2 fires north of LA persist after long fire week
A pair of tamed but persistent wildfires still burned in the hills and mountains around Interstate 5 after a wild week of burning brush in the area north of Los Angeles.More >>
A pair of persistent wildfires continued to burn in the hills and mountains around Interstate 5 north of Los Angeles on Saturday, although authorities were slowly getting the upper hand.More >>
First lady to high school grads: Live your dreams
First lady to high school grads: Live your dreams
First lady Michelle Obama has some advice for some Tennessee high school graduates: strike your own path in college and life and work to overcome inevitable failures with determination and grit.More >>
First lady Michelle Obama has some advice for some Tennessee high school graduates: Strike your own path in college and life and work to overcome inevitable failures with determination and grit.More >>

CBS4 - WHBF-TV Online Public File
CBS4 - WHBF-TV Online Public File
Click to view the CBS4 - WHBF-TV online public file. If you have any questions about the public file or you are a person with disabilities and need assistance, you can contact J.D. Walls by email at jwalls@cbs4qc.com, or by phone at 309-786-5441 ext. 206 or email Marshall Porter at mporter@cbs4qc.com or by phone at 309-786-5441 ext. 101.More >>
CBS4 WHBF-TV Closed Captioning Station Contact Information
CBS4 WHBF-TV Closed Captioning Station Contact Information
Closed captioning is an assistive technology for the hearing impaired that displays the audio portion of a television signal as printed words on the television screen. Closed captions are hidden as encodedMore >>
Closed captioning is an assistive technology for the hearing impaired that displays the audio portion of a television signal as printed words on the television screen. The same is true for some online video presentations. If you experience problems with closed captioning on your television set, please contact us so that we can remedy the situation or provide assistance.More >>

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CBS Announces Primetime Lineup for 2013-2014
CBS Announces Primetime Lineup for 2013-2014
CBS has announced its new 2013-2014 schedule, featuring eight new series to build on the strength of America's top-rated network. Five of the new series will premiere in the fall and three at mid-season.More >>
CBS has announced its new 2013-2014 schedule, featuring eight new series – five comedies and three dramas – to build on the strength of America's top-rated network. Five of the new series will premiere in the fall and three at mid-season.More >>
CBS4 Honors the Best of the Class
CBS4 Honors the Best of the Class
On May 6th, CBS4 WHBF-TV once again honored the best and the brightest area high school seniors during the Best Of The Class ceremony. The program is designed to honor academic excellence and salute thoseMore >>
On May 6th, CBS4 WHBF-TV once again honored the best and the brightest area high school seniors during its annual Best Of The Class ceremony. The program is designed to honor academic excellence and salute those who have achieved it.More >>
Angie's List: Reviews You Can Trust
Angie's List: Reviews You Can Trust
Tired of lousy service? Angie's List gives you real, detailed reviews so you never have to waste time wondering who's really the best for the job. Click here for more.More >>
Tired of lousy service? Find your new favorite roofers, plumbers, doctors and more. Angie's List gives you real, detailed reviews so you never have to waste time wondering who's really the best for the job. Click here for more and be sure to watch Angie's List Tuesdays on CBS4 News at 5pm and Wednesdays on CBS4 News This Morning.More >>
Save Money by Signing Up for Quad Cities Deals
Save Money by Signing Up for Quad Cities Deals
They say if a deal looks too good to be true, it probably is. But they've never seen Quad Cities Deals on cbs4qc.com. Who doesn't love a good deal? CBS4 WHBF is excited to announce a new money savingMore >>
They say if a deal looks too good to be true, it probably is. But they've never seen Quad Cities Deals on cbs4qc.com. Click here to make sure you don't miss our weekly deals.More >>
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MS Walk in the Quad Cities
MS Walk in the Quad Cities
CBS4 invites you to register for the 2013 MS Walk in the Quad Cities May 18, 2013 at Veteran's Memorial Park in Bettendorf.More >>
CBS4 invites you to register for the 2013 MS Walk in the Quad Cities May 18, 2013 at Veterans Memorial Park in Bettendorf. The walk begins at 10:00am with activities for the entire family. The money raised at the walk will go to the National MS Society for educational programs and research.More >>
Watch CBS4 WHBF-TV on your Android, iPhone or iPad, LIVE
Watch CBS4 WHBF-TV on your Android, iPhone or iPad, LIVE
CBS4 WHBF-TV has partnered with Syncbak so that you can watch us on your iOS and/or Android mobile device. Watch all CBS4 News live broadcasts from morning to evening, or you can watch when you want toMore >>
CBS4 WHBF-TV has partnered with Syncbak so that you can watch us on your iOS and/or Android mobile device. Watch all CBS4 News live broadcasts from morning to evening, or you can watch when you want to "On Demand".More >>
The Legends of Iowa presented by HAVlife
The Legends of Iowa presented by HAVlife
The Legends of Iowa Football Camp is coming to the Quad Cities this June, partnering with the HAVlife Foundation to provide student athletes with positive instruction – not only in athletics, but also in social development.More >>
The Legends of Iowa Football Camp is coming to the Quad Cities area this June and partnering with the HAVlife™ Foundation to provide young student athletes with positive instruction – not only in athletics, but also in social development.More >>
ET Summer Movie Guide
ET Summer Movie Guide
Find your one-stop guide to all this summer's biggest blockbusters! Movie trailers, photo galleries, quizzes and more are available from your number one source for entertainment news . . . Entertainment Tonight!More >>
Find your one-stop guide to all this summer's biggest blockbusters! Movie trailers, photo galleries, quizzes, behind-the-scenes and more are available from your number one source for entertainment news . . . Entertainment Tonight!More >>
I am Strong 5K Mudventure Race
I am Strong 5K Mudventure Race
The Junior League of the Quad Cities' I AM STRONG 5K Mudventure Race: an off-road obstacle race for all athletic abilities. Includes a mud pit, treasure hunt, army crawls, and more! Saturday, August 10th at 8:30 AM.More >>
The Junior League of the Quad Cities' I AM STRONG 5K Mudventure Race: a 5K off-road obstacle race for all athletic abilities. Includes a mud pit, treasure hunt, pull up bar, army crawls, and more! The event will be held on Saturday, August 10th at 8:30 AM.More >>
Rock Camp USA at the RME
Rock Camp USA at the RME
CBS4 is proud to support ROCK CAMP USA at the River Music Experience (RME.) The RME is providing a unique program to allow Quad City young musicians to participate in a once in a lifetime experience!More >>
CBS4 is proud to support ROCK CAMP USA at the River Music Experience (RME.) The RME is providing a unique program to allow Quad City young musicians to participate in a once in a lifetime experience!More >>

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CBS4 WHBF-TV 4.1 / LWN WHBF-TV 4.2 Programming
Click here for a real time programming guide for CBS4 WHBF-TV 4.1 for your most complete local news coverage and your favorite network and syndicated shows, and for the Live Well Network WHBF-TV 4.2, the Quad Cities' new destination for lifestyle television.More >>
CBS4 in High Definition
WHBF-TV in High Definition
CBS4, the CBS affiliate in the Quad Cities is broadcasting a beautiful, full-power, high-definition signal from a tall tower in Bettendorf, Iowa using as much power as the FCC will allow. In additionMore >>
CBS4, the CBS affiliate in the Quad Cities, offers full-power, digital and high-definition signals over the air on channel 4.1 & 4.2, on most cable systems including Mediacom, and on both DirecTV and DISH Network. Click here for recommendations as to how to best receive and enjoy high-definition television from the CBS Television Network.More >>
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CheckHD
How much do you know about digital television? How about high-definition or HDTV? Click here to find out all you need to know about digital television, who is broadcasting HDTV, and what you need to know before you buy a new HD receiver. More >>
Television Employment Opportunities
Television Employment Opportunities
Working in the broadcasting field is fun and exciting. CBS4 in the Quad Cities, along with our sister stations in Des Moines and Sioux City, IA and Lincoln, NE are equal opportunity employers. Click here for information about employment opportunities in the Citadel Station Group. More >>
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