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2 years
The chorus against Ticketmaster's contentious concert pricing practices is growing, numbering among them Zach Bryan and friends.
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Congrats, @ChrisDuerr!
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CONGRATULATIONS 🎊 KHQA's @ChrisDuerr will be inducted into the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame.
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#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.
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Thanks to the @QuincyShootout committee and with the help of the Sheldon High School basketball team, @ChrisDuerr was presented with a signed @MB3FIVE @SacramentoKings jersey, presented to him by QHS Basketball Coach Andy Douglas. @QHSBASKETBALL @qhsathletics172
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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!
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2 years
"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.
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Some Griggsville-Perry students had their weekly Zoom meeting crashed this morning by @truTV’s Impractical Jokers (@truTVjokers) star @Joe_Gatto! Watch here: .
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9 years
Here's a viewer submitted photo from Good Hope, IL where a #tornado was spotted
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“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.
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6 years
Congrats again to our very own @ChrisDuerr! @IHSA_IL He will be presented with the award in Feb.
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3 years
#BREAKING: People are protesting the school mask mandate out front of an ISBE meeting in Springfield this morning.
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6 years
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?!)
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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!
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ICYMI: @CSC1853 football player @rupcich_andrew talks about his recent viral fame following his @CSCWildcats trick play, and also gives a shout out to left guard @DurhamAvant65 for blocking Rupcich 😉
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KHQA's Hayden Donaldson reports: U.S. Senate candidate Lucas Kunce rallies in Monroe City Thursday night.
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7 years
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.
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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
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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
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BREAKING: AP calls Illinois governor's race for Governor JB Pritzker.
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7 years
Congrats to Chad Douglas who is celebrating 20 years at KHQA! @KHQAChad
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9 years
On @JimmyKimmelLive tonight at 10:35pm Actor John Stamos and musical guest Cold War Kids #Kimmel @JohnStamos @ColdWarKids.
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2 years
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.
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6 years
Missouri State Highway Patrol needs community support searching for missing 23- year-old Raffaella Stroik.
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7 years
Tonight on KHQA News at 6, don't miss @KHQARajah exclusive interview with David Cook! @thedavidcook #americanidol premieres Sunday on ABC!
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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 .
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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. 🙏🕯.
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KHQA's @ChrisDuerr receives the @IHSA_IL Distinguished Media Service Award. Much deserved! Congrats!
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James “Jimmy” Ariel, graduated from Quincy University in December and was set to walk at next months commencement ceremony according to a QU spokesperson.
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8 years
Full moon, lunar eclipse, and comet sighting expected this weekend
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Convicted murderer Tim Bliefnick will be sentenced on Aug. 11, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. #bliefnicktrail.
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Be sure to watch tonight's news at 10 p.m. After 17 years with KHQA, @RajahMaples is saying goodbye. WE WILL MISS YOU RAJAH! .
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BREAKING: Pending School Board approval, Quincy High's Flinn Stadium will undergo a $1.3 million capital improvement this Spring. @ChrisDuerr @JettKHQA
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8 years
Quincy teacher to appear on @WheelofFortune
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A bobcat was spotted in the Drakewood Subdivision in Quincy. Video courtesy: Brian Miller
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The Quincy Police Department reports that Officer Hermsmeier will fully recover after being shot in the line of duty yesterday.
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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.
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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.
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A popular animal at the @stlzoo is celebrating milestone birthday: Merah the Sumatran orangutan is 50 years old!
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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
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A true sign of spring? Quincy High School Bluedevil baseball under the lights! #QHSBluedevils #Baseball
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JB Pritzker has officially won the Illinois Governor Race after Bruce Rauner concedes.
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Thanks to the University of Illinois for sponsoring the KHQA Sports Desk with Chris Duerr! @chrisduerr @Illinois_Alma
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Quincy boy and cancer survivor Jace was honorary captain of the WIU football team Saturday and got to do the coin toss! @WesternILUniv
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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
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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: .
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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
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OVERTIME with @chrisduerr returns this Saturday!
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Happy Birthday to our Sports Director @ChrisDuerr !! 🎂
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Honor Flight on Father’s Day weekend. @KHQAChad with his dad Gary, and brother Darin at the Vietnam War Memorial in Washington DC
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A special night in Jacksonville remembering Mike Garde. @khqataylor @chrisduerr
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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! ❤️
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Congratulations to the @Quincy_U Class of 2019!
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#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.
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9 years
KHQA confirms that Justin Bieber is staying overnight in Hamilton, Illinois. @justinbieber.
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Congratulations to Superintendent Webb!!!
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The Monroe City Panthers received Class 3 Boys 3rd Place tonight with a final score of 51-49 against Charleston. Great job, team!
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No new positive COVID-19 cases reported in Adams County for today.
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9 years
Thanks to everyone who watched #48Hours tonight! We'll have the new #LovelaceTrial updates when it starts up in May. @48hours.
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David Backes @dbackes42 @StLouisBlues captain, his wife and friend rescue 3 West Hancock Canine Rescue dogs today! http://t.co/0i9gVoqA4B.
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After 50 years of volunteering, Phil Conover is being recognized with an award from United Way.
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6 years
Your 2018 Gridiron Playbook is now LIVE on Read it below!.@ChrisDuerr @JettKHQA #gridiron #gridironplaybook #khqa.
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WEIGH IN: Do you think Illinois, Missouri, and Iowa should follow Texas' lead and lift the mask mandate?.
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Knox County school district recognized by Apple for STEM in classrooms
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Culver-Stockton announces 2nd largest fundraising year in school's history
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ICYMI: Andrew Rupcich was presented with the 2019 @piesmantrophy last night for his impressive throw that went viral last year. @SBNation @rupcich_andrew @CSC1853 @CSCWildcats #piesman
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"Women in Adams County should be angry and afraid. One message is clear: If you are raped, avoid Judge Adrian’s courtroom." .
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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! 😂
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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.
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Meet the newest member of the KHQA Elite Weather Team - Josh Cozart! Follow him on Facebook and Twitter @JoshCozartWx @KHQATegan @KHQARich
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NEW KHQA MORNING ANCHOR! @sydneybrookstv made her first appearance on KHQA News this morning--she was our Friday Favorite!. Learn more about Sydney ⬇
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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
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Fat Bear Week is over and the results are in. We now know who's the flabbiest bear of them all!.
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#BREAKING: @bretmichaels and @deesnider are coming to the @ILStateFair! Tickets are on sale now.
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4-year-old Quincy boy officially cancer free
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Very proud of our @ChrisDuerr!!!! Thank you @Run_LHS and Liberty High School for honoring Chris!.
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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!
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Quincy University saw a 33% increase over last year and marks the largest freshman class since 1992.
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A missing emergency room doctor from Missouri whose body was found in northwestern Arkansas died from an apparent gunshot wound, authorities said Wednesday,.
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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
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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
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.@FirehouseSubs is coming to Quincy!
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". 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.
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GIVEAWAY: Tomorrow, we'll be giving away 2 tickets to see the @oakridgeboys concert at the @AdamsCountyFair! Tune in to KHQA This Morning from 5-7am to catch contest details! @KHQAChad @KHQATegan @KHQAHailey
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.@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.
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What a great article, Sarah! Thanks! .A Tribute To My Good Friend, Chris Duerr @y101tweets @ChrisDuerr.
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STORM PHOTOS: A viewer snapped this pic at 10:24am outside of Hull, IL.
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"I will release my tax returns when she releases her 33,000 emails that have been deleted" - Donald Trump #DebateNight.
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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. ❤ .
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Have you met @AmberRaubTV? Get to know our evening anchor and watch her each weeknight on KHQA!
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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.
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Happy Palindrome Week! What is that you ask? Where every date this week is the SAME forward and backward! Pretty cool, huh? #PalindromeWeek
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@itsmotg Thank you. We were sent the same video. We will definitely be calling law enforcement on this.
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EARLY RELEASE: All Quincy Public Schools will let out 1/2 day early for the soccer game.
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.@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.
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.@Quincy_U has record freshman enrollment
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A @ChickfilA will open on @WesternILUniv Macomb campus during the upcoming fall semester. #wiu.
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1996: Who remembers this? Gary Gleichman, @ChrisDuerr, Carol Sowers, Robyn Nance, & Brian Bolter #FlashbackFriday
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An extremely rare Yellow Cardinal was spotted in Tennessee. According to National Geographic, the chances of spotting a Yellow Cardinal is one in a million. Only a handful have been reported.
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.@NASA says the meteor seen in the #Missouri sky Monday weighed approx. 220 lbs and traveled at 33,500 mph, causing a sonic boom. It was brighter than Venus in the sky, making it a fireball.
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