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Hosted by Corey with the Story, Cedar Rapids News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Cedar Rapids and Eastern Iowa. From local government and business developments to manufacturing, education, public safety, healthcare, community events, and everything happening across Linn County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes each weekday. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of Iowa’s largest and fastest-growing cities, Cedar Rapids News Today keeps you informed, engaged, and ready for the day ahead. Cedar Rapids News Today — Local news, all in one place. Powered by AI.

Cedar Rapids News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! is a news podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 120 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Measles Surge in Iowa Demands Vaccination | Cedar Rapids News

  Sep 18, 20261 min

  Measles is surging in Iowa, with 23 new cases in just one month—mostly in kids under ten—highlighting the urgent need for vaccines. Public health officials blame low vaccination rates and are racing to contain the outbreak, emphasizing that getting vaccinated protects not just you, but the most vulnerable. With measles’s high contagiousness, quick action and community-wide immunity are key to stopping this preventable disease from spreading further. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.thegazette.com/news/healthcare/38-iowa-measles-cases-reported-in-2026/article_f602d20b-ec3d-4d80-b94e-a9a638cb5c09.html More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6f02858ec4c5caa3 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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  Crisis Responders in Iowa City | Cedar Rapids News

  Sep 18, 20262 min

  Since 2024, Iowa City’s crisis co-responder team has answered over 2,600 calls, pairing police officers with mental health liaisons to help people in crisis avoid arrest. Their mission? Connect individuals with food, shelter, and long-term support—without handcuffs. Officers like Kristie Davis soften their approach, prioritizing trust and safety, while the team has grown from one officer and liaison to include evening coverage. With calls rising and repeat clients showing progress, they’re proving that listening, not arresting, can save lives—and build community. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.thegazette.com/news/crime-and-courts/iowa-city-team-keeping-people-in-crisis-out-of-jail/article_d2c1738f-2ebc-45a2-8167-2ccd61bc52f2.html More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b269388c7ba92d19 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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  Regents vs Faculty in Center Leadership Battle | Cedar Rapids News

  Sep 18, 20262 min

  A power struggle is unfolding at the University of Iowa’s Center for Intellectual Freedom, as regents push to fast-track a new director search while the faculty-led executive committee resists, claiming the regents are bypassing bylaws. Regent Hensley sets a rushed timeline, but committee chair Richard Lowery vows to defy it, accusing the regents of undermining the center’s independence. Tensions escalate as interim director Luciano de Castro, also a candidate, criticizes new regent-imposed rules as overly rigid and unfairly targeted. With regents holding final veto power over appointments and budget control, the clash underscores deeper questions about governance: how much authority should the regents wield over this newly autonomous center? Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.thegazette.com/news/center-for-intellectual-freedom-committee-chair-regents-clash/article_3bdc4f27-d10b-4cd0-b508-fa63eef11c9d.html More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/544ee17064c59ae0 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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  Iowa Child Care Funding Shift | Cedar Rapids News

  Sep 18, 20262 min

  Iowa’s child care funding is heating up as lawmakers push a major overhaul that could reshape how taxpayer dollars flow to early education programs—sparking fierce debate among parents, educators, and advocates over whether it’ll boost access or disrupt vital support systems, with votes looming and the future of thousands of kids’ development hanging in the balance. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.thegazette.com/news/elections/republicans-push-iowa-constitutional-amendment/article_34776b00-e330-4db2-b42f-5db00978fa8e.html More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/189e8392597805a8 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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  Iowa Republicans Split on Iran and Water | Cedar Rapids News

  Sep 18, 20261 min

  Iowa Republicans are splitting on Iran policy as two GOP reps defy Trump, while VP Vance rallies the base in Western Iowa. Locally, water quality is being rebranded as a “pro-life” issue, and Salix’s mayor may have known about a data center deal sooner than admitted. With a key House debate looming, voters in Iowa’s battleground district will get their first real look at Miller-Meeks vs. Bohannan. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.thegazette.com/multimedia/podcasts/on-iowa-politics/on-iowa-politics-podcast-miller-meeks-nunn-break-with-president-trump/article_f51a34a7-a7f7-4d2f-8012-065c10b03b09.html More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a2d5f6c3fc2ce099 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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