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Measles update: Five reported cases in eastern Iowa
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Five cases of measles have been reported in eastern Iowa, according to the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The Iowa HHS website lists two of the five cases were acquired through travel, while the...

The new owner of the Los Angeles Lakers is from Iowa. What to know:
Cedar Rapids native Mark Walter just became one of the most powerful owners in all of sports. The CEO and founder of holding company TWG Global is set to acquire a majority ownership stake in the Los Angeles Lakers, acquiring it from the Buss...
Three more measles cases reported in Eastern Iowa
The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. Two unvaccinated children and an unvaccinated adult from Johnson County were added Thursday to the list of Iowans infected by measles, bringing the...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Iowa County in week ending June 14?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Iowa County selling...

Nearly 70 Choose Iowa members to welcome guests for the Choose Iowa Farm Store Crawl
Nearly 70 Choose Iowa members from across Iowa will welcome guests on Saturday and Sunday, June 21 and 22, for the first ever Choose Iowa Farm Store Crawl. This fun weekend event offers Iowans and tourists an opportunity to explore diverse...

Amazon is selling a ‘durable’ tiny home for just $9,999 – it’s perfect for a guest house, office or vacation space
IT can be extremely tricky to get on the property ladder. Thankfully Amazon has a way for people to own their own home from the click of a button. 3 You can get on the property ladder with a tiny home on Amazonfor just $9,999Credit: Amazon 3 The...
I'm a travel advisor who's been to over 125 countries. This remote Asian destination is unlike anywhere else.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with travel advisor Karyn Farr, a Californian who has traveled to 125 countries. This interview has been edited for length and clarity. I've been a travel advisor for 24 years and have visited over...

Fever star Caitlin Clark to sit out of 3-point contest, WNBA All-Star Game after injury
INDIANAPOLIS — Caitlin Clark may be an injury doubt for this weekend’s All-Star game but her star power in Fever country remains indisputable, as Indianapolis prepares to host the WNBA showcase with their sharpshooting talisman the undeniable...

8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Digest: July 16, 2025
Bankruptcy Chapter 7 Personal Injury Tort Claim; Exemption Debtors appealed the district court’s judgment affirming the bankruptcy court’s disallowing of debtors’ request for an exemption for a pre-petition, contingent, unliquidated personal...
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Legacy Plaza greenspace provided $50K from city despite scrutiny over funding
Despite knowing there would be a shortfall in a TIF district fund balance, the Newton City Council felt it necessary to provide DMACC Newton Campus with $50,000 in order to better the college’s chances of acquiring a Community Attraction & Tourism...

GOP Budget Threatens Rural Hospitals Across Several States
After President Donald Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" brought in some of the biggest healthcare spending cuts in American history, there has been growing concern about how many rural hospitals, both those already at risk of closure and others, will...

RATSKIN'S RUMBLINGS: Time for reckoning
A lot has been going on this past summer concerning conferences. And the talk of what’s yet to happen centers on what schools will belong to which conferences and why that is their best fit for reasons such as competitive balance and success,...
3 Key HR Metrics To Track — and How AI Makes Them Actionable
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What to know about Texas Tech football opponent Kansas State
Based on our predictions for the Texas Tech football team thus far, the Red Raiders will have a solid 6-2 record heading into their Nov. 1 matchup against Kansas State. Each of those projected losses, though, will have come on the road against...

EF-2 tornado confirmed in Davenport from Friday's storms, more information coming Monday
DAVENPORT, Iowa (Iowa's News Now) — Two tornadoes have been confirmed so far from Friday's severe storms and more could be added to the list. The National Weather Service out of the Quad Cities say an EF-2 occurred in Davenport, Iowa. The tornado...

Fayette County Fair Queen Coronation Tuesday
Fayette County Fair Queen Mae Wedemeier and Fayette County Fair Princess Laci Lauer will pass their crowns to a pair of new royalty during the 2025 coronation ceremony Tuesday, July 22. The event begins at 6 p.m. at the bandstand on the opening...

Campground closures announced at Brushy Creek
LEHIGH — As the Iowa Department of Natural Resources renovates camp sites at Brushy Creek State Recreation Area, the North campground will remain closed for the 2025 camping season. The Beach and South campgrounds are currently open for...

Young billiards phenom will play for Team Canada at Worlds
With over 100 competitions under her belt and multiple first-place finishes this year alone, Cedar Gauthier is quickly becoming a force in international pool At 13, Cedar Gauthier continues to be an outstanding junior billiards player. Gauthier’s...
Not sure if you are vaccinated for measles? Here's what to do
Iowa has reported seven cases of measles in 2025, making now the time to check vaccination statuses or schedule an appointment to receive the MMR vaccine. Two of the measles cases in Iowa were in vaccinated individuals, according to data from the...

Easily Add Your Driver’s License to Apple Wallet Today
Apple is revolutionizing the travel experience by digitizing your driver’s license, enabling users to add their state ID to their iPhone or Apple Watch through Apple Wallet. This innovation allows travelers to navigate airport security checkpoints...