Man charged with first-degree murder after shooting outside Iowa convenience store

Deputies responding to the scene found a 45-year-old man dead in the parking lot.
Why Iowa’s off-year caucuses could shape the 2026 election field

Off-year Iowa caucuses don’t bring presidential hopefuls or the national spotlight, but party leaders say the 2026 meetings could still play a big role in Iowa’s political future.
Every Homeland Security officer in Minneapolis is now being issued a body-worn camera, Noem says

Secretary Noem said that the body camera program will be expanded nationwide if the funds are available.
Freestyle skier Chris Lillis links visualization to victory

From visualization to victory: Freestyle skier Chris Lillis is already picturing winning a second Olympic gold in Milan Cortina.
Omaha man arrested for allegedly abducting sisters in Florida

Two young girls from Indiantown, Florida, were abducted by a man they met online, prompting a warning from the Martin County sheriff about the dangers of online communication.
Omaha city councilman holds neighborhood meeting on proposed ordinance regulating short-term rentals

Councilman Hug said no ordinance has been introduced to council at this time.
Nebraska State Patrol shares video of troopers being nearly hit by vehicle

NSP shared video of the close call on social media Monday.
Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission chair resigns, bills could shape group’s future

Lorelle Mueting will now serve as interim chair, and Gov. Jim Pillen could appoint a replacement.
Police take woman into custody after a reported hostage situation early Tuesday

Police responded just before 1 a.m. Tuesday, after officers said someone held a man at knifepoint.
Nebraska state senators hear testimony on proposed bill that would ban weapons at the State Capitol

The bill has multiple votes to clear before heading to the governor’s desk