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Can I create a breaking news section like UFC champion Miesha Tate's website on Webflow without any programming knowledge?

TL;DR
  • Create a CMS Collection for breaking news with fields like Title, Summary, Date, and a Boolean switch for important news.
  • Add a Collection List to your page, filter items to display recent or marked news, and style it with banners or scrolling effects.
  • Use Webflow Interactions for optional animations like scrolling tickers or fading effects.
  • Enable CMS Editor updates for easy content management, or integrate Zapier for automated RSS feeds.
  • Publish and test across devices, adjusting filters, animations, or styles as needed.

Yes, you can create a breaking news section in Webflow without any programming knowledge. Webflow’s CMS (Content Management System) and interactions allow you to dynamically display and update news content easily.

1. Set Up a CMS Collection

  • Go to the CMS Panel and create a new Collection (e.g., “Breaking News”).
  • Add necessary fields, such as Title, Summary, Date, and Image.
  • Optionally, add a Boolean switch (Yes/No field) to mark the most important news as "Breaking."

2. Design the Breaking News Section

  • Drag a Collection List onto your page and connect it to the “Breaking News” collection.
  • Filter items to show only the latest or breaking news by applying a limit or using the Boolean switch filter.
  • Style the section with banners, bold headlines, or marquee scrolling to mimic sports news sites.

3. Add Dynamic Animations (Optional)

  • Use Webflow Interactions to create scrolling ticker effects, fading effects, or auto-rotating headlines.
  • For a marquee effect, you can use Webflow’s native animations to move text horizontally.

4. Automate Updates

  • Editors or collaborators can log into Webflow’s CMS Editor and update news articles without touching design or code.
  • If needed, integrate with Zapier to pull in external RSS feeds dynamically.

5. Publish and Test

  • Publish your site and check how the section looks across devices.
  • Adjust filters, animations, or styles as needed for a professional look.

Summary

You can absolutely create a breaking news section in Webflow using the CMS and interactions, no coding required. Use a CMS Collection, apply filters, and optionally add animations for a dynamic feel.

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