#BREAKING
: The former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murder in George Floyd’s death intends to appeal his conviction and sentence, saying the judge abused his discretion or erred during several key points in the case.
Help us congratulate
@ChrisDuerr
! He became a first time GRANDPA after his daughter gave birth yesterday evening.
Please welcome sweet little Banks Christopher Nothold to the world!
"Instead of arresting, prosecuting, and punishing the criminals who break the law, Gov. Pritzker is focusing his attention on those who haven't broken any laws. The people of Illinois deserve better," said John Weber, NRA Illinois state director.
Some Griggsville-Perry students had their weekly Zoom meeting crashed this morning by
@truTV
’s Impractical Jokers (
@truTVjokers
) star
@Joe_Gatto
! Watch here:
“In the last year, there have been 10 of these —what police say would have been mass public shootings—that would have been worse if not for the presence of somebody legally carrying a gun." said crime researcher Dr. John Lott.
From everyone at KHQA, we would like to wish Zach Richardson the very best as he heads off to a new adventure in West Monroe, Louisiana. Zach has made a lasting impact in the tri-states over the last three years and will be missed. Good luck Zach!
Congrats
@chrisduerr
He was recognized tonight at the KHQA/American Family Superfan Shootout with the
@IHSA_IL
Distinguished Media Service Award!
More info here: (How awesome are the Duerr heads we had made for the cheering section?!)
MISSING: Lance A. Ackerman, 20, of Winchester, Illinois has been reported missing. If you know of his whereabouts please contact the Scott County, IL Sheriff's Office.
Here's something you don't see every day! Mike Lowes took this video on Saturday in Hannibal. A mama opossum and her babies head for cover before the storm! Submit your photos and videos to us at
Congrats to the QJHS 7th grade boys basketball team! They’ve earned the 2020 IESA 4A State title with an overall undefeated record of 25-0!
The team will take a fire truck ride today at 3:30 followed by a recognition celebration in the QJHS Upper Gym.
@QPS_172
@RoyWebbQPS
A bill introduced Wednesday by Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., would compel federal agencies to eliminate at least three regulations for every new, major regulation issued.
Culver-Stockton College Alum Ryan Christian has been hired as the school's new marching and pep band director! C-SC has not had a marching band in at least the last 50 years.
@CSC1853
A celebration of life service for Tucker Tollerton will be held on Monday. Tucker was a 2023 QND graduate and a standout centerfielder for the Raiders Baseball team. 🙏🕯
James “Jimmy” Ariel, graduated from Quincy University in December and was set to walk at next months commencement ceremony according to a QU spokesperson.
BREAKING: Pending School Board approval, Quincy High's Flinn Stadium will undergo a $1.3 million capital improvement this Spring.
@ChrisDuerr
@JettKHQA
Dr. Kelly Thompson will soon be retiring as President of
@CSC1853
. In our story here, she reflects on what she's most proud of and what she'll miss.
Announced in February, Dr. Douglas Palmer will take over the role on July 1.
HEARTBREAKING: 🙏🙏 A Quincy Notre Dame teen who just graduated this month has died in a rollover crash on Saturday, according to a letter sent from the school to QND parents.
Culver-Stockton College wants to strike up the marching band for the first time in what is believed to be at least 50 years and they're looking for a band director!
@CSC1853
Thank you
@CSC1853
meteorology students for stopping by yesterday!
@KHQARich
gave a tour of the weather studio, let them practice on the green screen wall, and showed them how he gets the weather to KHQA viewers every day!
#weather
#meteorology
Five friends made a special cross for Coach White and placed it last night in his memory off US 61. Visitation and funeral arrangements have also been announced for Jamar. You can view them here:
Illinois Governor candidate Kash Jackson stopped by the KHQA studio today ahead of the November election. See his interview tonight on KHQA News and at
@KashJackson2018
Every year when Jody Mitchell-Cook of Quincy dyes Easter eggs she chooses a theme. This year’s theme is a ‘thank you’ to local restaurants, healthcare facilities, grocers and news agencies. What a sweet idea! And wow, so talented! Thank you, Jody! ❤️
#BREAKING
: U.S. experts are expected to recommend COVID-19 vaccine boosters for all Americans, regardless of age, eight months after they received their second dose of the shot.
In light of the coronavirus pandemic, homeschooling is a new concept for many kids all over the area. How do your kids like it so far?
This photo was sent to us by Amber Funkenbusch of Quincy and we just had to share! 😂
Presidential candidate
@MichaelBennet
will be at the Lost Canvas Coffee Shop in Keokuk this evening for a meet and greet. The event is open to the public.
Congratulations on being inducted into the Liberty HS Hall of Fame
@ChrisDuerr
Your efforts in covering HS sports and our entire area does not go unnoticed! Thank you is not enough!
You are not just a ‘Friend of Liberty’... you are a friend to this entire area! God bless you!
A missing emergency room doctor from Missouri whose body was found in northwestern Arkansas died from an apparent gunshot wound, authorities said Wednesday,
Wishing luck to the 8th grade Comets girls basketball team! On 12/11, they head to Taylorville after winning their Regional last week in Jacksonville. Their record is 21-0! If they win, they'll head to State!
@QPS_172
@QHSBASKETBALL
@qhsathletics172
#comets
@chrisduerr
Meet Kendall! He's one of our newest reporters and we're so glad to have him on our team! Follow him on Twitter here
@KendallHydeKHQA
and on Facebook!
#khqa
After four years and countless man-hours of planning and fundraising, Quincy High School's new state-of-the-art dedicated Football Facility is officially open for business!
@ChrisDuerr
@QPS_172
"... for what he did–for brutally and heinously executing Becky Bliefnick–we're going to ask that he spend the rest of his life in prison," Asst. SA Josh Jones said.
.
@mycountymarket
says it's making changes to its schedule to accommodate senior shoppers.
Starting Wednesday, March 18, County Market stores will dedicate 6-8 a.m. each day to the shopping needs of senior customers.
Knowing that an operation such as this can be quite costly, the school decided to have a silent auction to raise money to help with the medical expenses. ❤
Join us in wishing KHQA's Mackenzie LaPorte the very best as she heads to her next adventure as a political reporter in Tampa, Florida! Tune in tonight for her last broadcasts anchoring for KHQA.
.
@ChrisDuerr
, you really need to let us know ahead of time before changing your account photo. You can't just spring that cuteness on us without notice when we refresh our page.
This is Lollipop and she's just as sweet as the candy! She's our Pet of the Week and is available for adoption (as well as her 4 sisters!) through the Quincy Humane Society!