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Nation World

3M agrees to pay $6 billion to settle earplug lawsuits from US service members

The service members alleged that a defective design allowed the earplugs to loosen slightly, leading to hearing damage.
Local News

Belleville woman among US Marines killed in Australian aircraft crash

Osprey pilot Capt. Eleanor LeBeau, 29, was identified as one of the Marines killed in the crash.
Nation World

3 US Marines killed, 20 injured after military aircraft crashes in Australia

The crash happened during Exercise Predators Run, which involves the militaries of the United States, Australia, Indonesia, the Philippines and East Timor.
Military News

MIA World War II First Army soldier accounted for, buried in southern part of Illinois

U.S. Army Sgt. John Radanovich, 23, fought in World War II and was reported missing in action during the war. On May 11, 2023, he was accounted for.
Good Morning Quad Cities

Muscatine to launch Veterans' networking events in partnership with IowaWORKS

It will take place Thursday, August 10th at Mississippi Brewing Company from 5:30 - 8:00 PM.
Nation World

Law expanding benefits for toxin-exposed veterans nears anniversary: 'I still wake up pinching myself'

Although there's no deadline, anyone who files an eligible claim or signals the intent to do so by Wednesday could collect payments retroactive to last year.
Military News

Army Corps of Engineers hosting two open houses onboard the Motor Vessel MISSISSIPPI

The Mississippi River Commission's flagship is visiting Rock Island for a low water inspection trip.
Local News

Iowa National Guard sends 109 troops to Texas as part of Operation Lone Star

Gov. Kim Reynolds said federal funding allocated to Iowa from the American Rescue Plan will cover all deployment costs.
Local News

Out on the water this summer? Here's how to stay safe

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources says the state had 28 boating incidents in 2022.
Nation World

Biden picks female admiral to lead Navy, would be 1st woman to be military service chief

If confirmed, Franchetti would break another significant barrier, by becoming the first female member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Investigations

Morning headlines this Tuesday from Sterling, Galena, Illinois, and Iowa

One victim is presumed dead, another injured after an apartment fire in Sterling. Another person has been arrested after a fatal stabbing in Galena, and more.