Blowup over Omaha bar’s barber-themed name and decor has landed in court

Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner Mike DiGiacomo and two siblings own “The Barber Shop Blackstone” and rebranded the speakeasy cocktail lounge to pay homage to their dad Don’s profession of nearly a half-century. But the state agency that regulates actual barbers, barber shops and schools cried foul. The case hit court Tuesday, with […]
Partial shutdown drags into fifth day after Democrats send latest counterproposal to White House

The partial government shutdown continues with Democrats and the White House unable to reach an agreement on immigration enforcement reforms.
Nebraska unveiled a ‘Founders’ exhibit to start US 250 celebrations. Tribal members and historians see it as a missed opportunity.

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30 years later: A triple homicide at an Albuquerque video store spiraled into a manhunt

A Sunday morning shift turned tragic when an employee made a gruesome discovery in a storage room at the video store. The horrific crime changed countless lives, and the evidence uncovered still haunts the community.
Widespread YouTube outage resolved, company says

Tens of thousands of users reported trouble accessing YouTube on Tuesday night, but the issue has since been fixed, the company said.
Youth confinement rises in Nebraska correctional facilities

A new report reveals an increase in youth confinement in Nebraska correctional facilities, highlighting concerning trends on how often the tactic was used.
Pryce Sandfort makes Husker history against Iowa, breaking single-season three-point record

Sandfort made history, scoring his 90th three-pointer this season. He will go down into the Husker history books with the single-season three-point record.
Second annual ‘Great Dad Joke Off’ helps support Omaha business owner after battle with cancer

Center Sphere and community members come together at the Second annual “Great Dad Joke Off” to support one of their own
Day one of girls’ state wrestling sees incredible talent at CHI Health Center

Tuesday was the first day of the two-day girls wrestling state meet at Chi Health Center.
Pedestrian taken to the hospital with serious injuries following crash in Omaha

One person was taken to the hospital after getting hit by a vehicle.