Man arrested after climbing into pygmy hippo Moo Deng’s enclosure at Thai zoo
A man has been arrested after he was caught climbing into an enclosure of Moo Deng, the adorable pygmy hippo who became a social media sensation, zoo officials said.
California to rename Cesar Chavez Day as Farmworkers Day following sexual abuse allegations
Latino leaders and community groups quickly condemned the alleged abuse by Cesar Chavez but emphasized that the farmworker movement was never just about a single man.
What Americans are giving up to afford ACA health insurance, according to a new poll
A new KFF survey shows many Americans who had Affordable Care Act marketplace health insurance last year are struggling with high health costs.
Warm, bright Thursday for Omaha area to end winter
Warm temperatures and bright skies for the last day of winter. Even warmer temperatures on tap into the weekend. Meteorologist Caitlin Harvey has the forecast you trust from Omaha’s Weather Leader.
‘Stay in business’: Omaha launches new efforts to help streetcar corridor businesses
Streetcar Impact Alliance members met with the mayor’s office Wednesday afternoon, as discussions on what can be done to help them continue. Omaha mayor, John Ewing Jr., said the heaviest construction is being done now.
Researchers reveal new approach to obesity drug development
Patients with obesity sometimes have leptin resistance, and the “full” feeling does not get through to the brain. The new research isolates enzymes that act like valves, preventing the flow of leptin.
Nebraska man shares how he hauled water overnight to save property from wildfire
Blackened ground, scorched fence lines, and the reminder for many Nebraska families that the emergency did not end when flames moved out.
Omaha Crime Stoppers: Police seek help identifying suspect caught using stolen credit card
Omaha police are asking for public assistance in identifying a suspect caught on camera using a stolen credit card at a local convenience store.
First big changes to airport footprint in decades: Runza, Block 16 and club space feature in Eppley upgrades
Read the full article on KMTV 3 OMAHA. NEB. (KMTV) — Eppley Airfield is undergoing massive renovations that will transform and expand the airport into brand-new space, with the next phases opening in roughly a year. WATCH KATRINA’S STORY BELOW Inside the massive renovations coming to Eppley Airfield Being from southwest Iowa, I have been […]
Mullin’s DHS nomination advances to full Senate despite opposition from Republican Rand Paul
Markwayne Mullin has moved a step closer to becoming President Donald Trump’s next homeland security secretary.