Latest local news, weather and high school sports for Tri-State area

Thursday, May 16, 2013  In September of 1953, KHQA made its mark on broadcast television, hitting the airwaves with its first newscast.

Friday, May 10, 2013  Tomatoes are some of the most common vegetables you'll find in local gardens. But when it comes to making sure your plants are productive, it's all about how you plant them.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  You never know when the power might go out, especially during severe weather.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  May Day is here and it's serving as a reminder to all your pet owners. Is your dog or cat tagged? KHQA's Kristen Aguirre shows you what could happen if your pet gets lost and can't be identified.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  The recent warm weather reminds us that summer is just around the corner. How do you cool down when it's hot outside? KHQA's Kristen Aguirre introduces you to a new frozen dessert that's made with family love.

Friday, April 26, 2013  And the winner of the 2013 Chevy Spark is ... Patty Hudnall from Canton, Mo.!

Friday, April 26, 2013  The massive sandbagging effort in Meredosia has slowed down and now officials are patrolliong levees looking for weak points and boils.

Thursday, March 28, 2013  KHQA welcomed members of the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce and other guests as part of the Business Before Hours program Thursday morning.

Monday, March 25, 2013  A Spring storm hit the Tri-States and dumped from two to more than thirteen inches of snow on central portions of the KHQA viewing area. Let this story act as your storm coverage resource.

Thursday, March 21, 2013  It may not feel like it, but spring is officially here. That means it's time to break out the shovels and spread the soil because gardening season is upon us. Not the green thumb type? We'll  tell you why learning to garden may be worth getting down in the dirt.

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  Don't miss our 2013 KHQA Weather Class on Tuesday, March 5th at 6 p.m. at the Quincy Kroc Center, where you can learn about weather preparedness from the experts and win prizes with your County Market Max Card.

Monday, March 04, 2013  There is a move underway to try and get a group of first responders based in Hamilton Illinois to assist the Hancock County Ambulance Service.

Saturday, March 02, 2013  Illinois kicks off Severe Weather Preparedness Month

Friday, February 22, 2013  KHQA picked up on a little meme gone viral on the web and made it our own. It's called the Harlem Shake.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013  KHQA's Melissa Shriver shows you how to make the biggest bang for your buck when it comes to kitchen imprvements to your counter and tile.