<body><div><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1DD3yO_1F4oEZZl00" style="display:none" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1DD3yO_1F4oEZZl00" width="512" height="288" ></p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.ourquadcities.com/nxs-video/vid-anvato-12162826/embed/?post_id=3142805&amp;injected_via=feed&amp;autoplay=false&amp;preroll=true" allowfullscreen="true" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><p>The Bettendorf Bulldogs defeated Cedar Rapids Prairie 26-14 on September 11, 2026. </p><em>Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.</em><br><p><a href="https://www.ourquadcities.com" rel="nofollow">For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.</a></p></div></body>

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The Bettendorf Bulldogs defeated Cedar Rapids Prairie 26-14 on September 11, 2026.

Bettendorf beats Prairie 26-14

<body><div><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3wPMyg_1F6VF2fj00" style="display:none" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3wPMyg_1F6VF2fj00" width="1152" height="648" ></p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.ourquadcities.com/nxs-video/vid-anvato-12161264/embed/?post_id=3143427&amp;injected_via=feed&amp;autoplay=false&amp;preroll=true" allowfullscreen="true" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><p>Watch crime reporter Sharon Wren talk about crime and courts in the latest episode of the Our Quad Cities Crime Watch Podcast.</p><p>In this episode Sharon talks with Matt Mortvedt, who is the bureau chief of the Fraud Bureau at the <a href="https://iid.iowa.gov/contacts/matt-mortvedt-bureau-chief-insurance-fraud-bureau" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Iowa Insurance Division</a>, where he leads investigations into insurance and securities fraud, and senior financial exploitation. </p><p><strong>To view, click the video above.</strong></p><p></p><em>Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.</em><br><p><a href="https://www.ourquadcities.com" rel="nofollow">For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.</a></p></div></body>

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Watch crime reporter Sharon Wren talk about crime and courts in the latest episode of the Our Quad Cities Crime Watch Podcast. In this episode Sharon talks with Matt Mortvedt, who is the bureau chief of the Fraud Bureau at the Iowa Insurance Division, where he leads investigations into insurance and securities fraud, and senior […]

Our QC Crime Watch: Fraud expert tells how to keep your money safe: Episode 80

<body><div><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3f6YdD_1F6OvXQE00" style="display:none" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3f6YdD_1F6OvXQE00" width="1920" height="1080" ></p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.ourquadcities.com/nxs-video/vid-anvato-12164348/embed/?post_id=3143361&amp;injected_via=feed&amp;autoplay=false&amp;preroll=true" allowfullscreen="true" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><p> Davenport Speedway raced into the past Saturday for a great night of old-time racing. The track played host to the Mississippi Valley Vintage Race Car Association’s Hawkeye Futurity.</p><p>The Hawkeye Futurity featured vintage racecars, including Caged Sprints, Non-Caged Sprints, Midgets, Super Modifieds, Jalopies, and Vintage Late Models. Racers from five states took part in the event.</p><p>Winners in vintage classes were Doug Sylvester (Sprint Car), Ben Buchholz (Midget), Michael Hulsing (Super Modified), Austin Honts (Midwest Jalopies), and Dino Rodish (Midwest Vintage Late Model).</p><p>In addition to the vintage racing classes, the Koehler Electric Street Stocks also took to the race track.&nbsp;In their feature, Scotty Pratt stole the early lead away from Cary Brown. Pratt survived a couple of restarts and a late race charge from Kyle Anderson to take the win. Cary Brown finished third behind Anderson. Chevy Andreatta and Jake Lund rounded out the top five.</p><p>In addition, Powder Puff &amp; Mechanic races in Davenport weekly stock car classes were held. Lexi Pratt took the honors in the Powder Puffs, while Dana Wells won the Mechanic race.</p><p>Davenport Speedway still has more in store for race fans in September. The Night of Destruction is back on Saturday, Sept. 19.&nbsp; The Night of Destruction includes a demolition derby beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed by a trailer race.</p><p>On Friday, Sept. 25, the Sprint Invaders will come back to Davenport for the final sprint car race of the season. Also racing that night will be Modifieds, SportMods, Hobby Stocks, and Midwest Jalopies.</p><p>Results:</p><p>Davenport Speedway </p><p>September 12, 2026 –</p><p>Street Stocks - Koehler Electric</p><p>A Feature 1 (15 Laps): 1. 15D-Scotty Pratt[5]; 2. 41-Kyle Anderson[10]; 3. 81-Cary Brown[2]; 4. 52A-Chevy Andreatta[8]; 5. 88-Jake Lund[6]; 6. 1-Robert Cottom[3]; 7. 4R-Riley Hanson[1]; 8. 94-Jim Parr[7]; 9. 62-John Hunnell[4]; 10. 03-Phillip Abrahamson[9]</p><p>Heat 1 - Top 5 Redraw (8 Laps): 1. 41-Kyle Anderson[5]; 2. 88-Jake Lund[2]; 3. 1-Robert Cottom[1]; 4. 81-Cary Brown[4]; 5. 4R-Riley Hanson[3]</p><p>Heat 2 - Top 5 Redraw (8 Laps): 1. 15D-Scotty Pratt[2]; 2. 52A-Chevy Andreatta[1]; 3. 62-John Hunnell[5]; 4. 94-Jim Parr[4]; 5. 03-Phillip Abrahamson[3]</p><p>Midwest Vintage Late Models</p><p>A Feature 1 (12 Laps): 1. 20-Dino Rodish[8]; 2. 88-Jeff Walker[6]; 3. D1-Matt Fulton Sr[5]; 4. 55-Mark Claeys[3]; 5. TR1-Ashley James[7]; 6. 32-Mike Birkinbine[10]; 7. 81-Austin Nelan[9]; 8. 35-Jarrett Claeys[4]; 9. XX-Steve Tanner[1]; 10. Z1-Zane Zimmerman[2]</p><p>Heat 1 - Top 3 Redraw (6 Laps): 1. 20-Dino Rodish[5]; 2. 88-Jeff Walker[3]; 3. 55-Mark Claeys[2]; 4. D1-Matt Fulton Sr[1]; 5. 81-Austin Nelan[4]</p><p>Heat 2 - Top 3 Redraw (6 Laps): 1. TR1-Ashley James[2]; 2. 32-Mike Birkinbine[5]; 3. XX-Steve Tanner[3]; 4. 35-Jarrett Claeys[1]; 5. Z1-Zane Zimmerman[4]</p><p>Midwest Jalopies</p><p>A Feature 1 (10 Laps): 1. 21-Austin Honts[3]; 2. 09-Michael Hulsing[5]; 3. 7-Pat Bailey[6]; 4. 0-Tanner Gerard[7]; 5. 59-Jeff Blunt[4]; 6. 79-Jayson Blunt[8]; 7. 52-Dennis Blunt[2]; 8. 40-Nash Sutterman[1]</p><p>Heat 1 (6 Laps): 1. 21-Austin Honts[1]; 2. 09-Michael Hulsing[2]; 3. 79-Jayson Blunt[3]; 4. 0-Tanner Gerard[4]</p><p>Heat 2 (6 Laps): 1. 59-Jeff Blunt[4]; 2. 7-Pat Bailey[2]; 3. 52-Dennis Blunt[1]; 4. 40-Nash Sutterman[3]</p><p>Uncaged Midgets</p><p>A Feature 1 (10 Laps): 1. 26B-Ben Buchholz[1]; 2. 93-David Harms[3]; 3. 45-Ron Johnson[2]; 4. 26-Ralph Ermer[4]</p><p>Heat 1 (6 Laps): 1. 26B-Ben Buchholz[1]; 2. 93-David Harms[3]; 3. 45-Ron Johnson[2]; 4. 26-Ralph Ermer[4]</p><p>Vintage Super Modifieds</p><p>Feature (6 Laps): 1. 43-Michael Hulsing[1]</p><p>Caged Sprints Cars A</p><p>A Feature 1 (12 Laps): 1. 12X-Doug Sylvester[1]; 2. 41-Dale Willis[4]; 3. 12-Tim Graham[7]; 4. 43-Austin Fulton[5]; 5. 26-Ben Buchholz[6]; 6. 2-Terry Doud[2]; 7. 66-Scott Geitzenauer[3]</p><p>Heat 1 (6 Laps): 1. 12X-Doug Sylvester[2]; 2. 12-Tim Graham[3]; 3. 43-Austin Fulton[1]; 4. 26-Ben Buchholz[4]</p><p>Heat 2 (6 Laps): 1. 2-Terry Doud[1]; 2. 41-Dale Willis[3]; 3. 66-Scott Geitzenauer[2]</p><p>Mechanic Race: 1. Dana Wells</p><p>Powder Puff Race: 1. Lexi Pratt</p><em>Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.</em><br><p><a href="https://www.ourquadcities.com" rel="nofollow">For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.</a></p></div></body>

Davenport Speedway raced into the past Saturday for a great night of old-time racing. The track played host to the Mississippi Valley Vintage Race Car Association’s Hawkeye Futurity. The Hawkeye Futurity featured vintage racecars, including Caged Sprints, Non-Caged Sprints, Midgets, Super Modifieds, Jalopies, and Vintage Late Models. Racers from five states took part in the […]

Davenport Speedway races into the past

<body><div><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=42QrqQ_1F6Hr3eO00" style="display:none" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=42QrqQ_1F6Hr3eO00" width="589" height="334" ></p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.ourquadcities.com/nxs-video/vid-anvato-12164462/embed/?post_id=3143333&amp;injected_via=feed&amp;autoplay=false&amp;preroll=true" allowfullscreen="true" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><p>The Erie-Prophetstown Panthers edged out Newman, 14-13, in a thrilling game Saturday afternoon.</p><p>With under two minutes to go, Evan Steimle connected with Lane Decker for the game-winning, 81-yard touchdown pass. The Panthers improve to 4-0 on the season.</p><p>Check out the video above for some of the top moments from the game.</p><em>Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.</em><br><p><a href="https://www.ourquadcities.com" rel="nofollow">For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.</a></p></div></body>

The Erie-Prophetstown Panthers edged out Newman, 14-13, in a thrilling game Saturday afternoon. With under two minutes to go, Evan Steimle connected with Lane Decker for the game-winning, 81-yard touchdown pass. The Panthers improve to 4-0 on the season. Check out the video above for some of the top moments from the game.

Erie-Prophetstown football wins late-game thriller against Newman

<body><div><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2kYCp0_1F6H6VwH00" style="display:none" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2kYCp0_1F6H6VwH00" width="590" height="331" ></p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.ourquadcities.com/nxs-video/vid-anvato-12164416/embed/?post_id=3143317&amp;injected_via=feed&amp;autoplay=false&amp;preroll=true" allowfullscreen="true" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><p>Bettendorf native Caden Buhr etched his name into Cy-Hawk folklore by kicking the game-winning field goal against the Cyclones Saturday night.</p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.ourquadcities.com/nxs-video/vid-anvato-12164365/embed/?post_id=3143317&amp;injected_via=feed&amp;autoplay=false&amp;preroll=true" allowfullscreen="true" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><p>With the kick, Iowa defeated Iowa State, 16-13, and ended its two-game losing streak in the rivalry.</p><p>Hank Brown took every snap for the Hawkeyes, and went 21/30 for 194 yards, and ran in a touchdown as well.</p><p>Iowa improves to 2-0 on the season, and will host UNI next Saturday. Meanwhile, Iowa State is now 1-1, and hosts Bowling Green next Saturday.</p><em>Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.</em><br><p><a href="https://www.ourquadcities.com" rel="nofollow">For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.</a></p></div></body>

Bettendorf native Caden Buhr etched his name into Cy-Hawk folklore by kicking the game-winning field goal against the Cyclones Saturday night. With the kick, Iowa defeated Iowa State, 16-13, and ended its two-game losing streak in the rivalry. Hank Brown took every snap for the Hawkeyes, and went 21/30 for 194 yards, and ran in […]

Bettendorf’s Caden Buhr kicks game-winning field goal as Hawkeyes win Cy-Hawk game

<body><div><p></p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.ourquadcities.com/nxs-video/vid-anvato-12164230/embed/?post_id=3143214&amp;injected_via=feed&amp;autoplay=false&amp;preroll=true" allowfullscreen="true" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><p>MEADOWBROOK, Ill. - One person has died after a house explosion Saturday afternoon in Meadowbrook, Illinois, according to the Madison County Sheriff's Office. </p><p>The explosion happened around 2:15 p.m. in the 100 block of Vine Street. </p><p>The explosion caused damaged to several homes. A fire following the explosion spread to multiple neighboring homes. The explosion shook dozens of homes, while several homes along or near Vine Street experienced shattered windows and damaged roofs. </p><p>The Illinois State Fire Marshal's Office is handling the investigation. </p><p>No other injuries have been reported at this time, according to the Madison County Sheriff's Office. </p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19eGNL9jbV/" rel="nofollow">The sheriff's office</a> has asked people to "please avoid the area" as first responders work to gather information and clear the scene.</p><p>One witness shared photos and videos with FOX 2 a short time after the explosion on the condition of anonymity. The photos and videos show heavy flames, thick smoke and widespread home damages.</p><ul class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper"><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0RMTHJ_1F66a6ZG00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0RMTHJ_1F66a6ZG00" width="876" height="674" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Photos shared with FOX 2 (on condition of anonymity)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3KhCXt_1F66a6ZG00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3KhCXt_1F66a6ZG00" width="876" height="579" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Photos shared with FOX 2 (on condition of anonymity)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1ZtNq1_1F66a6ZG00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1ZtNq1_1F66a6ZG00" width="876" height="755" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Photos shared with FOX 2 (on condition of anonymity)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0QfzS3_1F66a6ZG00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0QfzS3_1F66a6ZG00" width="876" height="670" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Photos shared with FOX 2 (on condition of anonymity)</figcaption></figure></li></ul><a class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white"></a><a class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white"></a><a class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause"></a><p>Large plumes of black smoke were still seen in the skies around the Metro East as of Saturday evening.</p><p>Meadowbrook is about 30 miles north of St. Louis city limits in Madison County, Illinois.</p><em>Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.</em><br><p><a href="https://www.ourquadcities.com" rel="nofollow">For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.</a></p></div></body>

An apparent explosion damaged multiple houses Saturday afternoon in Meadowbrook, Illinois, multiple witnesses tell FOX 2.

1 dead after house explosion in Meadowbrook, Illinois

<body><div><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2M7d8G_1F6542i800" style="display:none" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2M7d8G_1F6542i800" width="1152" height="648" ></p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.ourquadcities.com/nxs-video/vid-anvato-11920543/embed/?post_id=3143258&amp;injected_via=feed&amp;autoplay=false&amp;preroll=true" allowfullscreen="true" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><p>A 41-year-old man was severely injured when a firework exploded.</p><p>According to a release from the Rock Island County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a home in the 16000 block of Route 84 North in East Moline September 12 at approximately 2:30 p.m. for reports of a firework incident resulting in severe injuries. The victim was severely injured when a firework he was holding exploded. The man suffered traumatic injuries to his hands and facial area. Emergency medical personnel rendered aid to the victim. Med Force assisted in transporting the man to Empire Park in East Moline.</p><p>The Rock Island County Sheriff’s Office was also assisted by Genesis EMS, Carbon Cliff/Barstow Fire and Hampton Fire. The incident is under investigation.</p><p><em>This is a developing story. Stay tuned to Local 4, Fox 18 and OurQuadCities.com for updates. Got a news tip? Forward it to Our Quad Cities News&nbsp;on <a href="https://twitter.com/WHBF" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow"><strong>Twitter</strong></a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/WHBFTV" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow"><strong>Facebook</strong></a> or download&nbsp;our mobile app on your <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/our-quad-cities-whbf-tv/id419623617" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow"><strong>iPhone</strong></a> or <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.newssynergy.ourquadcities&amp;hl=en_US&amp;gl=US" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow"><strong>Android</strong></a> phone.</em><em>The new <a href="https://www.ourquadcities.com/live/" rel="nofollow"><strong>OurQC+ CTV streaming app</strong></a> offers live-streaming newscasts and hours of video on demand.</em></p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.ourquadcities.com/nxs-video/vid-anvato-12161264/embed/?post_id=3143258&amp;injected_via=feed&amp;autoplay=false&amp;preroll=true" allowfullscreen="true" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><em>Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.</em><br><p><a href="https://www.ourquadcities.com" rel="nofollow">For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.</a></p></div></body>

A 41-year-old man was severely injured when a firework exploded. According to a release from the Rock Island County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a home in the 16000 block of Route 84 North in East Moline September 12 at approximately 2:30 p.m. for reports of a firework incident resulting in severe injuries. The victim […]

Man severely injured in East Moline firework incident

<body><div><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=08pqnb_1F63JoOp00" style="display:none" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=08pqnb_1F63JoOp00" width="1200" height="676" ></p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.ourquadcities.com/nxs-video/vid-anvato-12163782/embed/?post_id=3143241&amp;injected_via=feed&amp;autoplay=false&amp;preroll=true" allowfullscreen="true" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><p>(<a href="https://thehill.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">The Hill</a>) -- Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico brushed off President Trump's nickname for him, "Talafreako," in an interview posted online by late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.</p><p>“I think his nicknames are getting cornier and cornier,” Talarico told Kimmel, who earlier this week said ABC <a href="https://thehill.com/homenews/media/6081125-abc-jimmy-kimmel-james-talarico-interview-pulled-fcc-threat-midterms/" rel="nofollow">decided</a> against airing the interview over what Kimmel called threats from the Federal Communications Commission.</p><p>The <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLDE9LrGpNk" rel="nofollow">interview</a>, which was uploaded to the “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” YouTube channel on Thursday, centered on Talarico’s Senate race against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) and the attacks President Trump has leveled against him throughout his campaign.</p><p>Kimmel asked Talarico about Trump’s nickname for him, “Talafreako,” which the president uses to mock Talarico while backing his opponent Paxton.</p><p>Trump has frequently assigned nicknames to political rivals of his and has referred to Talarico as such in Truth Social posts and in interviews.</p><p>“I call him Talafreako…Because he is. He’s a freaky guy. He’s got something wrong with him,” Trump told Fox News’ Laura Ingraham Thursday.</p><p>The Texas Democrat said his campaign chose to make the most of the name by putting it on T-shirts, which he said are the “fastest selling item” on their website.</p><p>“We’re grateful for the president for the nickname,” Talarico said.</p><p>Trump mocked Talarico’s appearance by comparing him to Alfred Neuman, the gap-toothed fictional mascot for Mad Magazine.</p><p>Kimmel joked that Talarico did not look like the kind of candidate who would create fear among Republicans.</p><p>“I have to say it tickles me that they’re terrified of you,” Kimmel said. “No offense, but you look like Richie Cunningham. You look like you’re running for student council.”</p><p>Talarico said Republicans were paying close attention to his campaign because they were concerned that Democrats could win the Texas race in November.</p><p>The interview did not air on ABC after Kimmel said Wednesday that the FCC had threatened him and the network over its editorial decisions.</p><p>In a statement to USA Today, the White House denied threatening Kimmel.</p><p>“Jimmy Kimmel is play-acting – as he often does – to create a false narrative about this administration's policies,” White House spokesperson Davis Ingle said. “Chairman Carr has not threatened him regarding interviewing James Talarico, or any other candidate. Any media outlet blindly amplifying Kimmel’s egocentric delusion should insist on proof. Of which they will find none.”</p><em>Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.</em><br><p><a href="https://www.ourquadcities.com" rel="nofollow">For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.</a></p></div></body>

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“We’re grateful for the nickname,” Talarico said.

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<body><div><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0kXcYj_1F60gCnl00" style="display:none" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0kXcYj_1F60gCnl00" width="1400" height="947" ></p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.ourquadcities.com/nxs-video/vid-anvato-9097234/embed/?post_id=3143223&amp;injected_via=feed&amp;autoplay=false&amp;preroll=true" allowfullscreen="true" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><p>(<a href="https://ktla.com/news/local-news/person-illegally-entered-malibu-property-of-kamala-harris-doug-emhoff-reports/" rel="nofollow">KTLA</a>) -- Authorities were called to the Malibu home of former Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff’s property on Friday night, according to a spokesperson for the former vice president's team. </p><p>"Last night, security personnel stopped an individual who illegally entered Vice President Harris and Second Gentleman Emhoff's property before the individual reached the home," Eduard Negrón, the spokesperson, said.</p><p>Negrón confirmed that neither Harris nor Emhoff were present at the time. </p><p>“They are grateful to the security and law enforcement personnel who responded swiftly,” Negrón told NewsNation.</p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://ktla.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/06/GettyImages-2167181384.jpg" rel="nofollow"></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Former US Vice President and 2024 Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and her husband, former US Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff, wave from the stage on the fourth and last day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, on Aug. 22, 2024. (CHARLY TRIBALLEAU/AFP via Getty Images)</figcaption></figure><blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow"><blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow"><p>Former Vice President Harris and Second Gentleman Emhoff <a href="https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/03/kamala-harris-malibu-home-2028-00903561" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">bought the home in Malibu</a> within the last year for over $8 million. </p></blockquote></blockquote><p>In January 2025, <a href="https://ktla.com/news/local-news/police-detain-2-people-at-vice-president-harris-brentwood-home-during-curfew-hours/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">two people were detained during curfew hours at their former home on Bundy Drive in Brentwood</a> after reports of a potential burglary; the incident happened during a curfew that was in place due to the Palisades and Eaton fires, which were raging at that time.</p><p>The pair were not arrested as there was no evidence found indicating any crime had been committed. </p><em>Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.</em><br><p><a href="https://www.ourquadcities.com" rel="nofollow">For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.</a></p></div></body>

(KTLA) — Authorities were called to the Malibu home of former Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff’s property on Friday night, according to a spokesperson for the former vice president’s team.   “Last night, security personnel stopped an individual who illegally entered Vice President Harris and Second Gentleman Emhoff’s property before the […]

Person ‘illegally entered’ Malibu property of Kamala Harris, Doug Emhoff

<body><div><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3Nz541_1F5wlIQy00" style="display:none" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3Nz541_1F5wlIQy00" width="1400" height="784" ></p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.ourquadcities.com/nxs-video/vid-anvato-12163910/embed/?post_id=3143186&amp;injected_via=feed&amp;autoplay=false&amp;preroll=true" allowfullscreen="true" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><p>(<a href="https://ktla.com/news/alaska-teen-rescued-after-boat-capsizes-reportedly-killing-his-brother-and-cousin/" rel="nofollow">KTLA</a>) -- Rescuers traversed through the frigid cold waters of the Bering Sea to rescue a teen who survived after a boat capsized, reportedly killing the teen’s brother and cousin. </p><p>The United States Coast Guard said in <a href="https://www.news.uscg.mil/Press-Releases/Article/4591813/coast-guard-searches-for-overdue-boaters-near-st-lawrence-island-alaska/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">a preliminary statement</a> that crews were alerted to an overdue vessel by Alaska State Troopers around 8:30 p.m. this past Sunday, Sept. 6. </p><p>It had last been seen when it&nbsp;departed from Savoonga, one of the two main towns on St. Lawrence Island, on Friday, USCG officials said, noting that the three people onboard were scheduled to return by 3 a.m. that Sunday morning. </p><p>St. Lawrence Island is located west of mainland Alaska and is actually closer to Asia than it is to the U.S., lying less than 40 miles from Russia.</p><p>Coast Guard Arctic District Command Center watchstanders were unable to launch an air rescue unit until the following morning due to weather conditions and poor visibility; however, as soon as it was safe, the HC-130 Hercules took off from Coast Guard Air Station Kodiak and began the search. </p><p>Around 10:30 a.m. Monday, hours after the search efforts began, aerial crews were able to locate the boat, <a href="https://www.news.uscg.mil/Press-Releases/Article/4594209/correction-2-update-coast-guard-locates-missing-boaters-near-st-lawrence-island/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">USCG said</a>. Of the three initially onboard, only one was found “sitting on top of the capsized vessel” roughly four miles east of St. Lawrence Island. </p><p>A life raft and other pieces of survival equipment were deployed by USCG with the help of a nearby Good Samaritan vessel called the Northwest Explorer.</p><ul class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper"><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3m3tVC_1F5wlIQy00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3m3tVC_1F5wlIQy00" width="876" height="489" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Alaska teen rescued after boat capsizes, reportedly killing his brother and cousin. (Credit: Carlos Escartin via Storyful)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"></li></ul><a class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white"></a><a class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white"></a><a class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause"></a><p>The Coast Guard confirmed that, of the three people on the boat, only one 15-year-old survived, and he was experiencing symptoms of hypothermia when rescued. He was taken to Nome onboard the Northwest Explorer for medical care. </p><p>Officials also verified that the two other occupants of the boat were found in the water unresponsive. They too were taken to Nome on the Northwest Explorer. </p><p>“Our hearts go out to the families, friends, and communities affected by the tragic loss of these two mariners," said Rear Adm. Bob Little, the commander of USCG’s Arctic District. “We are grateful for the incredible efforts of the motor vessel Northwest Explorer, Federal, State, Village first responders and mission partners who assisted in the effort that resulted in a life saved.” </p><p>All in all, two HC-130 airplanes, two MH-60 Jayhawk helicopters from Air Station Kodiak and a 211th RQS HC-130 with 212th RQS Guardian Angels were launched to assist in the rescue. </p><p>While authorities did not disclose any information about the three people onboard the boat, <a href="https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/rural-alaska/2026/09/08/teen-survivor-rescued-from-missing-boat-in-bering-sea-two-others-found-dead/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">the Anchorage Daily News reported</a> that it was carrying “two brothers and a cousin” when it capsized. </p><a href="https://ktla.com/news/nationworld/ap-where-have-all-the-atlantic-hurricanes-gone-el-ninos-might-brings-record-slow-storm-season/" class="promo-link__link" target="&quot;_blank&quot;" rel="nofollow"> Where have all the Atlantic hurricanes gone? El Nino might bring record slow storm season </a><p>The outlet spoke to the captain of the Northwest Explorer, Adam White, who said he immediately changed course after receiving an urgent message from the Coast Guard regarding the situation. Coast Guard crews in the HC-130 were unable to make the rescue because they needed to refuel; however they deployed a line of flares to guide the Northwest Explorer. </p><p>It took White the “longest four hours ever” to get to the coordinates provided by USCG, he told the Anchorage Daily News, but eventually, the crew of his 168-foot fishing vessel spotted the young survivor waving through binoculars. </p><p>According to White, the teen told him he and the other two were fishing for halibut when the boat capsized and that he stayed on for several days. </p><p>“That is one remarkably tough kid, is all I can say,” White said. </p><p>There was no word on what caused the trio's boat to initially capsize. </p><em>Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.</em><br><p><a href="https://www.ourquadcities.com" rel="nofollow">For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.</a></p></div></body>

(KTLA) — Rescuers traversed through the frigid cold waters of the Bering Sea to rescue a teen who survived after a boat capsized, reportedly killing the teen’s brother and cousin.   The United States Coast Guard said in a preliminary statement that crews were alerted to an overdue vessel by Alaska State Troopers around 8:30 […]

Alaska teen rescued after boat capsizes, reportedly killing his brother and cousin

<body><div><p><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1YAsTp_1F5tFvga00" style="display:none" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1YAsTp_1F5tFvga00" width="1600" height="900" ></p><div style="position:relative;width:100%; height:0; padding-bottom: 56.25%;"><iframe src="https://www.ourquadcities.com/nxs-video/vid-anvato-12163470/embed/?post_id=3143171&amp;injected_via=feed&amp;autoplay=false&amp;preroll=true" allowfullscreen="true" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox" style="width:100%; height:100%;top:0; left:0; position:absolute"></iframe></div><p>(<a href="https://ktla.com/news/local-news/elderly-people-rescued-burning-glendale-facility/" rel="nofollow">KTLA</a>) -- Two young brothers worked quickly to rescue a group of elderly people after a fire broke out at an assisted living facility in Glendale, California Friday.</p><p>Glendale firefighters responded to the burning home on the 1800 block of Mountain Street around 4:45 p.m.</p><p>As the flames grew and heavy smoke billowed from the home, neighbors Alex Bazinyan, 20, and his brother Narek Bazinyan, 15, realized time was of the essence and decided to run over and help.</p><p>"I ran outside and I was looking at the front door when I saw the nurse outside and she was screaming for help,” Alex told Nexstar's KTLA’s John Fenoglio.</p><ul class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper"><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3DGpU3_1F5tFvga00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3DGpU3_1F5tFvga00" width="876" height="493" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Alex Bazinyan, 20, and his brother Narek Bazinyan, 15, speak to KTLA after they helped rescue six elderly people from a senior assisted living facility in Glendale on Sept. 11, 2026. (KTLA)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0QafLy_1F5tFvga00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0QafLy_1F5tFvga00" width="876" height="493" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Eight people were rescued from a burning senior assisted living facility in Glendale on Sept. 11, 2026. (Citizen)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0krxFi_1F5tFvga00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0krxFi_1F5tFvga00" width="876" height="493" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Firefighters extinguished a fire that ignited at a senior assisted living facility in Glendale on Sept. 11, 2026. (KTLA)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=099jDF_1F5tFvga00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=099jDF_1F5tFvga00" width="876" height="493" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Eight people were rescued from a burning senior assisted living facility in Glendale on Sept. 11, 2026. (KTLA)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1GGW3P_1F5tFvga00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1GGW3P_1F5tFvga00" width="876" height="493" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Firefighters extinguished a fire that ignited at a senior assisted living facility in Glendale on Sept. 11, 2026. (KTLA)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=17v0NM_1F5tFvga00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=17v0NM_1F5tFvga00" width="876" height="493" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Seven people were hospitalized after a frie broke out at an assisted living facility in Glendale on Sept. 11, 2026. (KTLA)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1bE7Kv_1F5tFvga00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1bE7Kv_1F5tFvga00" width="876" height="493" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Eight people were rescued from a burning senior assisted living facility in Glendale on Sept. 11, 2026. (Citizen)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0AQWXM_1F5tFvga00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0AQWXM_1F5tFvga00" width="876" height="493" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Eight people were rescued from a burning senior assisted living facility in Glendale on Sept. 11, 2026. (Citizen)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=157XDd_1F5tFvga00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=157XDd_1F5tFvga00" width="876" height="493" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Eight people were rescued from a burning senior assisted living facility in Glendale on Sept. 11, 2026. (Citizen)</figcaption></figure></li><li class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide"><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=00zDZt_1F5tFvga00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=00zDZt_1F5tFvga00" width="876" height="493" ><figcaption class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption">Seven people were hospitalized after a frie broke out at an assisted living facility in Glendale on Sept. 11, 2026. (KTLA)</figcaption></figure></li></ul><a class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white"></a><a class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white"></a><a class="wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause"></a><p>The brothers knew several people were trapped inside the home that was operating as an assisted living facility for seniors.</p><p>Narek initially grabbed a garden hose to help quell the flames, but as the blaze grew more intense and screams for help grew louder, they knew they had to run into the fire.</p><p>"I go inside this big room and I see all these old people on the floor with catheters,” Alex recalled. “Some people were injured, had blood on their legs. We just took everybody out one by one.”</p><p>There were eight people inside the home — two nurses and six elderly residents, most of whom were unable to walk. The brothers said the nurses were desperately trying to remove the elderly residents from the home but were struggling.</p><p>"I see a guy in the back about to be engulfed by the flames,” Narek recalled when he entered the home. “The nurse is trying to pick him up. I go and grab his legs and pull him out to the front.”</p><p>Soon after, two additional neighbors also ran over to help evacuate the residents.</p><p>“As I’m looking around, I just see flames going up and coming towards me,” Narek said. “I tried bringing everyone out as fast as I could. There was smoke everywhere. I was pretty much blinded by the smoke.”</p><p>The brothers were able to safely rescue all six elderly residents and placed them on the front lawn as they awaited fire crews.</p><p>But just as they moved the last person out of the burning home, Alex recalled hearing a loud explosion. </p><p>"I heard an explosion come from the house,” he said. “I looked back and I didn’t understand what exploded, but I just heard a big boom.”</p><figure class="aligncenter size-large"><a href="https://ktla.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/09/snapshot-13-3.jpg" rel="nofollow"></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Firefighters extinguished a fire that ignited at a senior assisted living facility in Glendale on Sept. 11, 2026. (KTLA)</figcaption></figure><p>Firefighters arrived at the home and were able to extinguish the flames before any nearby houses were affected. The Glendale Fire Department chief said an oxygen tank likely exploded, which collapsed part of the home. </p><p>Seven people were transported to the hospital with minor injuries. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.</p><p>As for Alex and Narek, they said their instincts just kicked in and the only thing they were focused on was quickly rescuing everyone from the burning home.</p><p>"It’s that instinct of whenever you see people in need, you want to help them out,” Alex said. “You don’t really think about who it is. We have a really tight-knit community here.”</p><p>Narek agreed, saying, “If you ever see anyone in need, you should always try to help them out as much as you can.”</p><em>Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.</em><br><p><a href="https://www.ourquadcities.com" rel="nofollow">For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WHBF - OurQuadCities.com.</a></p></div></body>

(KTLA) — Two young brothers worked quickly to rescue a group of elderly people after a fire broke out at an assisted living facility in Glendale, California Friday. Glendale firefighters responded to the burning home on the 1800 block of Mountain Street around 4:45 p.m. As the flames grew and heavy smoke billowed from the […]

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