Jason Rupp, Rock Island Arsenal engineering technician, and Katie Cary, RIA public works general engineer, talk about the Arsenal's flood defenses, Friday, May 12, 2023, in Rock Island.

The Rock Island Arsenal is inviting the public from the greater Quad Cities and beyond to join them for their annual Armed Forces Day Celebration taking place May 16-17 on Rock Island Arsenal.

Col. Eloy Martinez became the 53rd commanding officer of Rock Island Arsenal’s JMTC during a traditional change-of-command ...

A provision in a restructuring bill would require the Army to update Congress on its plans for the facility before moving ...

The U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee approved the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) last week and it now goes to the full Senate for consideration. Several ...

The Rock Island Arsenal will be holding its Armed Forces Day celebration throughout the weekend.

The Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center is the factory on the island, specializing in defense and aerospace products.

For months, speculation has swirled in the wake of federal officials proposing cuts at the Rock Island Arsenal (RIA). The initial plan would consolidate the logistics and munitions department.

Both Sen. Duckworth and Congressman Eric Sorensen have celebrated a five-year pilot program that will guarantee a base level of work at the Arsenal.