El Niño is coming faster than expected. Chances are rising that it will be historically strong
A just-released update from NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center says there is a 2 in 3 chance that El Niño’s peak strength will be strong or very strong. Here’s what to know.
Judge orders US government to return Colombian woman deported to DR Congo
A federal judge on Wednesday ordered the Trump administration to return to the U.S. a Colombian woman who was deported to the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Cuba’s power grid collapses, plunges eastern provinces into a major blackout
Cuba’s power grid collapses and plunges eastern provinces into a major blackout
Tensions flare near Strait of Hormuz as a ship is seized and another is sunk
Tensions flare near Strait of Hormuz as a ship is seized and another is sunk
Former death row inmate granted $500,000 bond as he awaits new trial
A judge has granted a $500,000 bond for a high-profile Oklahoma inmate who had spent almost 30 years on death row.
Small medical plane crashes in New Mexico, killing 4 aboard
A small medical plane crashed in New Mexico Thursday, killing four people on board, officials said.
Border Patrol Chief Mike Banks stepping down effective immediately
Border Patrol Chief Mike Banks is stepping down effective immediately, the third high-level immigration official to leave the DHS since Secretary Markwayne Mullin took office.
Alabama city tables plan to shoot stray dogs amid public outcry
City leaders in Sylacauga, Alabama, have tabled a controversial proposal to shoot stray dogs following public backlash and calls for more humane solutions.
Omaha police sergeant combines drumming background with his dedication to public service
Omaha police Sgt. James Shade combines his passion for drumming with his dedication to serving the community, volunteering with the Omaha Pipes and Drums Corps and coaching young musicians.
Dry, windy and warm Thursday afternoon for Omaha area
Gusty winds Thursday afternoon with elevated fire danger. Chances for isolated storms late. Storm chances increase to end the week and head into the weekend. Meteorologist Caitlin Harvey has the forecast you trust from Omaha’s Weather Leader.