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In this Deibertribe, Dan was thinking we could get through the weekend and grieve for and with the families of the El Paso shooting. However, the media and Democrats didn't let that happen.

The Quad Cities Astronomical Society is having their annual Meteor Shower Party tomorrow night at Pleasant Valley Junior High in LeClaire! The free event begins shortly after sunset and they will have a few telescopes for viewing! You are invited to bring your lawn chairs! Pleasant Valley High School AP Physics Teacher and Astronomy Club Advisor Ian Spangenberg joined AM Quad Cities!

Cassandra Cleaveland was told last summer her son Gus was not allowed to use his flotation device at Whitewater Junction in Rock Island, even though it's Coast Guard-approved. She has since filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Rock Island. Cassandra joined AM Quad Cities with an update on where things stand with the issue.

Iowa's tax-free weekend starts today. Get details as Matt Hammill from Quad Cities Today at KWQC joined AM Quad Cities.

In this Deibertribe, Dan says as always, hardcore Democrats see skin color first, just like they have for nearly 200 years.

Boys and Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Valley's annual Get Hooked Fishing Derby will be held Saturday from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Rock Island Conservation Club! More fish and less shoreline will create more opportunities for catching fish and winning prizes! If you catch the tagged catfish you can win a 2019 Honda CRV EX from Zimmerman Honda! You can register in-person today from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the QCCA Expo Center in Rock Island or tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Rock Island Conservation Club! Both youth and adults can participate! Boys and Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Valley's Director of Impact and Marketing Elizabeth Zimmerman Waldman joined AM Quad Cities!

The fully-anticipated and signaled rate cut of .25-percent was announced Wednesday. As anticipated, there were no concrete actions from the 2 days of talks in China with top trade representatives. Also, the latest Economic Reports. Get The Word On Wall Street every Monday and Thursday at 8:25 when RBC Wealth Management's Holly Kennedy joins AM Quad Cities.

The Salvation Army of the Quad Cities will conduct Stuff the Bus events in parking lots at all 4 Walmart stores across the Quad Cities on Saturday! School supplies for kids will be collected from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Donated supplies will be distributed to low-income, homeless, and needy children in the Quad-Cities. Salvation Army of the Quad Cities Development Director Bill Horrell joined AM Quad Cities!

It's free admission tonight as the Quad Cities River Bandits host the Burlington Bees at Modern Woodmen Park! Seats will be first-come first-serve when the gates open at 5:35! First pitch for the free night of the baseball is at 6:35! River Bandits owner Dave Heller joined AM Quad Cities!

In this Deibertribe, Dan says Google Camp is where the elite of the elite go to talk about the environment, and displays the hypocrisy of the rich lefties.

A study says fat cells play a key role in melanoma becoming more aggressive. Separately, a study shows both the top and bottom blood pressure numbers are important. Also, researchers have developed a device that can detect sepsis in a matter of minutes. Get a look at the latest medical studies every Wednesday at 7:07 when Dr. Bill from Genesis Health System joins AM Quad Cities.

Ron says the most important part to maintain on your car is the brakes. He explains the different problems you may run in to, and tips on when you know it's time for a new set of brakes and how to help them last longer. Ron from Ace Muffler Clinic in Rock Island answers your automotive questions every Tuesday at 8:40 when he joins AM Quad Cities.

Illinois U.S. Senator Dick Durbin joined AM Quad Cities. Senator Durbin continues to push for the Student Borrower Bankruptcy Relief Act of 2019; it would wipe away a student loan borrower's debt if they declare bankruptcy. Separately, Senator Durbin says Major League Baseball should extend nets to protect fans from foul balls. Also, Senator Durbin testified at a House hearing regarding the use of E-cigarettes by kids.

The 100th Mississippi Valley Fair begins today. Get details as Matt Hammill from Quad Cities Today at KWQC joined AM Quad Cities.

Uber is testing a subscription service. Separately, the Google Photos app has passed the 1 billion users milestone. Also, the medals for the 2020 summer games in Tokyo will be made from recycled cell phones and laptops. Get a look at the latest from the world of technology every Tuesday at 6:45 when the Enderle Group's Rob Enderle joins AM Quad Cities.

The 2019 Bix Jazz Festival will be held this Thursday through Saturday at the Rhythm City Casino's Event Center! There will also be some performances at LeClaire Park in downtown Davenport, and Bass Street Landing in downtown Moline. In addition to a great mix of traditional and swing jazz music, the 48th annual event will feature a silent auction and much more! Bix Society President Steve Trainor joined AM Quad Cities!

It's a big week for reports as the Fed is expected to announce a rate cut Wednesday. Get The Word On Wall Street every Monday and Thursday at 8:25 when RBC Wealth Management's Holly Kennedy joins AM Quad Cities.

In this Deibertribe, Dan says the left and mainstream media have been trying to paint the picture that Republicans hate immigrants. However, the DHS has released a report showing citizen application approvals are at a 5-year high.

The Quad Cities Veterans Outreach is a center focused on assisting and reaching out to serve those who have served us. The Veterans Outreach Center offers supportive services designed to meet the needs of veterans and their families. Through the generosity of individuals and our community, all of these programs and services are provided free of charge. Quad Cities Veterans Outreach Founder Lola VanDeWalle joined AM Quad Cities. Lola discusses developer Dan Dolan's efforts to purchase Lincoln Elementary School from the Davenport Community School District to convert it into veterans housing for nearly $300,000. However, it was sold to a non-profit group for $30,000.

Ed Froehlich will retire as Bix 7 Race Director after Saturday's race. Also, Quad-City Times Bix 7 and Bix Street Fest road closures have been announced. Get details as Matt Hammill from Quad Cities Today at KWQC joined AM Quad Cities.