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

Friday, May 10, 2013  Plastics, glass, paper ... are any of these items sitting in your garbage? If so, you might want to take them out. KHQA's Kristen Aguirre shows you how your trash can be Mother Nature's treasure.

Friday, May 10, 2013  It's the only place in Iowa where you can experience three centuries of life on the farm.

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.

Friday, May 10, 2013  Iowa is close to breaking a state record for the longest stretch without a reported tornado.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Building an eco-friendly home may sound difficult, but it is possible. Gordon and Pam Rands have transformed their Macomb house into something that would make Mother Nature proud.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  How many times a week do you stock up on fresh produce? Some people make daily trips to the store....but there's a way you can reduce all that running around. KHQA's Kristen Aguirre shows you another way to get your greens.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  Rayon, cotton, linen, silk...what are your clothes made of? Are they eco-friendly? If you're not sure what to look for, KHQA's Kristen Aguirre shows you what fabrics will keep you in line with fashion and Mother Nature.

Monday, May 06, 2013  Is there enough green in you diet? We're not talking about the color, we're talking about sustainability.

Friday, May 03, 2013  New federal report cites many causes for dramatic bee disappearance

Saturday, April 27, 2013  The highway was closed for more than a week due to flooding along the Mississippi River.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  The Illinois River is encroaching on the Cass County town of 6,100.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  Residents of Perry, Naples, Rushville, Hamilton, Meredosia and Niota, Ill. and in Macon County and LaGrange, Mo. are looking for volunteers to help sandbag.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  The bridge closed last week due to high waters along the Mississippi River.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  The Adams County Health Department has free bacteria and nitrate test kits available.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  Clarksville residents and volunteers have been working around the clock to keep the river from flowing in their streets. KHQA's Kristen Aguirre shows you how locals and strangers are teaming up to save the city.