The abandoned tracks of the Rockaway Beach Branch are set to be turned into green space but transit advocates argue Queens ...

Establishing Rock Island as a port district could be a game-changer for a city the governor’s office describes as “economically distressed.” When some people think of ports, they imagine ...

Take a tour of a little-known barge terminal in Rock Island.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — An old railroad bridge under redevelopment will include a new restaurant. The developers behind Kansas City’s Rock Island Bridge announced this week the addition of a ...

Despite her failing condition, Rock Island Engine 32 had one last, very important mission -- provide firefighters with a unique training opportunity.

A renovated 1940 General Electric center cab diesel engine was unveiled Sunday at a special ceremony at Abilene’s Rock Island Depot, becoming the latest member of the heritage railroad’s ...

Rock Island-Milan leaders are welcoming new district leadership, saying goodbye to others and working to reshape the district's strategic vision amid a slew of recent district-wide changes and ...

Rock Island Trail breaks new ground, with plans for 450-mile loop across Missouri Backers of the 144-mile railroad corridor hope it will become a destination for cyclists and hikers.

Explore the revitalized Kansas River waterfront as Rock Island Bridge opens with dining, bars, river activity, and trails connecting KCK to Missouri’s West Bottoms.

Rock Island Mayor Mike Thoms has officially conceded to Ashley Harris after final vote totals showed Harris winning the closely contested mayoral race.

The Rock Island Arsenal Golf Course will reopen to the public on Apr. 26 after a seven-year hiatus. The second oldest course in the state of Illinois has been closed since September 2018.

Rock Island police are investigating after a body was found in a motel.