FEMA reinstates whistleblowers who criticized nation’s disaster preparedness
Fourteen FEMA employees who signed a public letter criticizing the nation’s disaster preparedness have been reinstated after eight months on paid leave.
Rep. Don Bacon leads effort to honor U.S. soldiers affected by 2003 Kuwait attack with Purple Hearts
Sixteen U.S. soldiers affected by a 2003 grenade attack in Kuwait will be honored with Purple Heart medals in May, following efforts led by Congressman Don Bacon.
Republicans say they will defer to Trump on Iran war despite arrival of 60-day deadline
Under the War Powers Resolution of 1973, Congress must declare war or authorize the use of force within 60 days — a deadline that falls on Friday.
You’re probably paying more for insurance lately
A new analysis suggests Americans are being overcharged by $150 billion a year to insure their homes, autos and businesses
Dramatic video shows car upside down in a creek after crash
Video from the scene shows the wrecked vehicle overturned in the water as a witness rushed to help the occupants.
19-year-old Iowa motorcyclist dies in crash involving a farming vehicle
A 19-year-old Iowa man was killed in a crash on a county road.
Omaha-area baseball teams compete in multiple tournaments
A couple of big baseball tournaments started on Thursday in the metro, including the 8-team Bellevue Invite and the Don Kraft Invitational.
‘We Make Omaha’: Community leaders invite residents to shape city’s growth
Omaha’s community center is hosting the ‘Future Lab’ through May, offering residents a chance to explore four scenarios for the city’s future.
‘Tells a simple but impactful story’: Nebraska film highlights safe haven law in emotional coming-of-age story
The feature film “Omaha,” which explores Nebraska’s safe haven law, premiered in Omaha and will be shown at Film Streams’ Dundee location throughout the weekend.
‘It brought me back into society’: Looking at the impact of Omaha’s homeless encampment pilot program
KETV Newswatch 7 caught up with some people the city says it was able to help through the encampment pilot program. “The push of her and helping people stay forward is why we’re here right now,” Victoria Sequeira said. She’s talking about Tamara Dwyer, Omaha’s homeless services coordinator. “It’s really