‘Trump Barn’ regains its sign, thanks to anonymous donor and installation help

Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner ASHLAND, Nebraska — Online trolls had a field day in March when Nebraskans got wind that a stiff breeze had taken a political sign that named a red barn along Interstate 80 in eastern Nebraska. Much of the social media discourse centered on a combination of higher gas […]
Nebraska Medicine, UNMC partner with Omaha Fire Department to give batteries second life

Nebraska Medicine and UNMC recycle nearly 10,000 pounds of batteries a year, but most of them still have plenty of charge. Now, some of them are getting a second life through a new partnership with the Omaha Fire Department.
President Trump to raise tariffs on EU cars and trucks

President Donald Trump says he will increase the tariffs charged on cars and trucks from the European Union next week to 25%. Here’s what we know.
What not to get mom for Mother’s Day (and what to buy instead)

Mother’s Day spending is projected to reach $38 billion this year. We asked Good Housekeeping’s editor-in-chief how to pick gifts moms will actually love.
Former Miami congressman convicted in secret Venezuela lobbying case

A former Miami congressman was convicted in connection with a secret $50 million lobbying campaign on behalf of Venezuela during the first Trump administration.
Remains recovered identified as second missing USF student

The human remains recovered near a Tampa Bay area bridge Sunday have been identified as the second missing University of South Florida doctoral student, Nahida Bristy.
VIDEO: 2-year-old gets stuck inside claw machine after climbing in for stuffed toys

A 2-year-old boy was rescued after climbing into a claw machine at a Wisconsin ice cream shop. The boy’s father filmed the incident.
Police say Nebraska father pulled handgun on students after daughter’s dispute

Investigators said the suspect yelled at the students and then pulled a handgun out, pointing it at them.
Build-A-Bear issues voluntary recall of thousands of plush bears

The recalled bears were sold in Build-A-Bear Workshop stores and online.
Very active girl: Meet Pebble, the Nebraska Humane Society’s pet of the week

Ain’t no rule that says a dog can’t play soccer! Pebble, a 1-year-old Border Collie mix, had a great time meeting some athletes from Union Omaha.