WGEM TV :: Latest Headline News

Fatal Train Accident

Sat, 17 May 2008 20:47:00 -0500

An Ottumwa man is dead after being hit by a train.

HIS Ranch Opens

Sat, 17 May 2008 12:57:41 -0500

The goal of turning an old airport into a Christian Activity Center for children came true today.

Quincy Fire Sentence

Fri, 16 May 2008 20:55:58 -0500

Mother of 5 children killed in house fire won't serve any jail time.

Solar Car Visits Quincy

Fri, 16 May 2008 20:34:53 -0500

QUINCY - A local man is on a team that's trying to prove a car can be powered by the sun.

Click It...Or Ticket

Fri, 16 May 2008 17:08:14 -0500

Illinois State Police are cracking down on seat belt safety with more signs and more patrol officers as the summer holiday season begins.

No Such Thing as a Free Lunch?

Fri, 16 May 2008 17:07:32 -0500

They say there's no such thing as a free lunch, but that's not always true.
This summer the Keokuk School District will be offering just that, free lunches.

Consignment Business Booming

Fri, 16 May 2008 17:04:31 -0500

Whether it's groceries, gas or utilities prices every where seem to be on the rise.
But there are some places where shoppers can save and make money.

Finishes Career With a Golden Apple

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:34:41 -0500

Our fifth and final Golden Apple Winner has just days to go before her retirement goes into effect...We surprised a Central Lee High School Spanish teacher with the Golden Award.

Golden Apple Outtake

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:10:54 -0500

While Katey Walls was at Unity High School surprising Mr. Taylor with a Golden Apple award, she was going around the gym asking students why they like Mr. Taylor.

Principal Honored with Golden Apple

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:10:51 -0500

Carthage principal Betsy Wujek receives the fourth Golden Apple from WGEM.

New Trails For Handicapped

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:10:47 -0500

Camp Sacajawea opened up a new nature trail today, but walking is not necessary.

Child Car Seat Events This Weekend

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:10:41 -0500

Free car seat checkups and get money for old, unused child car seats.

Quincy ... An Experience Of A Lifetime

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:10:36 -0500

A 17-year old girl from Brazil says she is living a dream being a student at Quincy High.

Jury Says Dixon was Murdered

Fri, 16 May 2008 12:10:26 -0500

A Madison County coroner's jury says a 29-year-old pregnant woman who died after enduring what police say was weeks of torture was murdered.

Macomb Firefighters Receive Medals

Fri, 16 May 2008 11:01:16 -0500

Two Macomb firefighters are recognized for their heroism and bravery.

QPD Lowers Flag

Fri, 16 May 2008 10:50:52 -0500

Quincy Police lowered the flag to half staff in honor of National Peace Officer Memorial Day.

Burlington Middle School Name Change

Fri, 16 May 2008 08:16:34 -0500

Just two months after announcing the name of its newest middle school, the Burlington School Board changes its mind.

Births and Deaths

Fri, 16 May 2008 07:44:48 -0500

The Latest Births and Deaths from Across the Tri-State Area

One Tank Trip: Henry County, Iowa

Fri, 16 May 2008 06:45:49 -0500

Along the Avenue of the Saints lies Henry County Iowa.

A destination where families can get back to nature and learn about our past in an area rich with history.

Charges in Quincy Murder

Fri, 16 May 2008 06:45:44 -0500

A former Quincy homeless man already serving time in prison is now indicted for murdering another homeless man seven months ago.