Nebraska Governor Provides Update on Wildfires
FEMA approves grant to support relief efforts as statewide burn ban remains in place
One Injured in West Omaha Crash
Stunning Omaha Home With Backyard Oasis Listed for $265,000
Weather
Damaging Winds and Snow Forecast for Omaha Region on Sunday
Quiet Saturday weather to give way to winter storm with potential for power outages

Rain and Snow Possible Sunday Around Omaha
Wintry mix expected in the afternoon with strong winds and dropping temperatures
Wind Knocks Out Power in Omaha, Cracked Pole Complicates Cleanup
Strong winds toppled a tree onto a power line, leaving some local businesses without electricity for about an hour.
Politics
Nebraska Veterans Aid Fund Faces $3 Million Withdrawal Amid Budget Shortfall
Lawmakers consider tapping into the century-old fund to help close a $100 million+ state budget gap, alarming veterans and advocates.

Omaha City Council Delays $411 Million Wastewater Project Vote
Councilmembers voice concerns over contractor selection and lack of bidding process
Nebraska Lawmakers Debate Cutting Private School Funding Amid Budget Gap
Debate comes after voters rejected using state money for private education in 2024 referendum
Health
77-Year-Old Vietnam Vet Finds Lifelong Passion for Fitness
Winston Hall credits running and cycling with improving his health and outlook on life in retirement.

Omaha Holiday Inn Defies Shutdown Order, Keeps Water Park Open
Douglas County Health Department revokes permits but hotel continues operations
Nebraska Nurse Finds BRCA2 Mutation Through Free Genetic Test
Early detection allows Erin Thoman to take proactive steps to reduce her cancer risk.
Crime
Surveillance Video Shows Armed Robbery at Nebraska THC Store
Omaha police seek public's help in identifying two suspects who stole $9,500 from 50 Shades of Green dispensary.

Omaha Deacon Dies Suddenly After Police Respond to Homicide Call
Archdiocese confirms death of Deacon John Zak, who served at St. Peter's Catholic Church for over 25 years
Synagogue Attack in Michigan Raises Security Concerns
Authorities say the incident was a 'targeted act of violence against the Jewish community'.
Lifestyle
Dennis Prager's New Book Tackles Defining Good and Evil
Prager argues morality is based on objective values, not personal opinions.

The Atlantic Across America Tour Comes to Omaha
Discussions on local journalism, civic innovations, and the future of public life in the heartland
Audrey Evangeline Strom, 103, Passes Away
Longtime Rollag, Minnesota resident and farm matriarch dies at ValleyCare and Rehab