Nebraska Department of Transportation awarded funds to help replace Omaha’s 38th Street viaduct

The project will improve safety for drivers and pedestrians while supporting freight traffic along the Missouri River for Nebraska’s agricultural economy.
Jocelyn Brasher enters Nebraska AG race, squares off with former boss

Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner OMAHA — An Omaha lawyer who once worked in the Nebraska Attorney General’s Office battling consumer fraud and unfair trade practices is challenging her former boss as the state’s top civil and criminal attorney. Jocelyn Brasher, a lifelong Nebraskan, spent five years as an assistant attorney general, including […]
As Minnesota ICE crackdown continues, detainees quietly transferred to Nebraska jails

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Domestic violence survivor becomes victim advocate

Holly Knihal was physically assaulted by an ex-boyfriend in 2023. She’s now an advocate for victims of domestic and sexual violence. She credits her journey to the Washington County Deputy who responded to the call, who happens to be a victim of domestic violence herself.
Nebraska men’s basketball makes incredible comeback but couldn’t claim the win over Purdue

The Huskers rallied back after a sloppy first half to send things into overtime, but they fell short in the last seconds of the game.
‘Could be the nail in the coffin’: Omaha Steaks ends foodservice operations, leaving local restaurants concerned

Omaha Steaks has announced it will cease its foodservice operations, leaving local restaurant owners concerned about increased costs and supply challenges.
Omaha develops ‘Brain Gain’ initiative as young professionals leave for other Midwest cities

Read the full article on KMTV 3 Omaha’s skyline is transforming with A new high-rise, but beneath this physical growth lies a troubling reality—city data shows people are actually leaving. Young professionals cite limited job opportunities as the primary reason for their departure. Olivia McAleer grew up in Omaha and attended the University of Nebraska […]
Winter weather staying away from Omaha this week

Winter weather staying away from Omaha
Grand jury refuses to indict Democratic lawmakers in connection with illegal military orders video

A grand jury in Washington has refused to indict Democratic lawmakers in connection with a video in which they urged U.S. military members to resist “illegal orders,” according to a person familiar with the matter
FBI releases surveillance photos of masked person near Nancy Guthrie’s house

The FBI released new images from a camera at Nancy Guthrie’s house, showing a person who appears to be wearing a mask and carrying a backpack or tools.