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Mackinac Island Fire Department rescues stuck climber near Arch Rock
According to a Facebook post from Fire Chief Jason St. Onge, members of the fire department set up a rig for a technical ...
Starlight Revue starts 69th season in Rock Island
Rock Island Parks and Recreation’s Starlight Revue free concert series returns to Lincoln Park, 38th Street and 11th Avenue.
Woman accused of stealing from Rock Island County has previous conviction for embezzlement
In 1990, when Leisa Streeter was known as Leisa Whan, she pled guilty to embezzling $9,000 from a Mercer County bank.
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Rock Island police officer injured, squad with K-9 in it stolen during arrest attempt
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Rock Island County deputy announces candidacy for sheriff
Rock Island County Sgt. Marcus Herbert on Monday announced his candidacy for Rock Island County sheriff. Marcus Herbert ...
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Former Rock Island County employee makes first court appearance on theft allegations
Prosecutors allege Leisa A. Streeter stole at least $900,000 while working for the county. She retired in 2024.
Rock Island Arsenal needs help setting out, picking up flags from graves
Memorial Day is fast approaching and every year, the Rock Island Arsenal puts flags on every gravestone in the cemetery there. Dan Baltisberger, administrative officer with the Rock Island ...
16-year-old in custody after stealing Rock Island police car, officials say
A teen stole a Rock Island squad car with a K9 inside, dragged an officer trying to stop him, and fled to Davenport, where he ...