Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen establishes property tax hotline for residents

Gov. Jim Pillen creates property tax hotline in order for Nebraskans to voice their concerns.
Chief of staff to former NYC Mayor Eric Adams, 3 others charged in federal bribery probe
A chief of staff to former New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been charged with accepting more than $100,000 in bribes.
Trump arrives at Capitol to speak with Republican senators
President Trump has arrived at the Capitol to meet with Republican senators who have grown increasingly frustrated with his efforts to divert their agenda.
Former Nebraska City neurosurgeon accused in child sexual assault case seeks insanity defense
A former Nebraska City neurosurgeon accused of child sexual assault is now seeking an insanity defense, court records show.
Trump abruptly cancels signing a housing bill, saying voting bill should pass Congress first
President Trump posted on social media that he would no longer be signing a bipartisan measure to increase home construction.
2026 NBA draft: Wizards select Dybantsa with No. 1 pick in NBA draft
The Washington Wizards selected AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft on Tuesday night.
Blair City Council does not pass housing development project
The Blair City Council approved a plan to build over 150 apartment units and three commercial lots south of the YMCA, drawing mixed reactions from community members.
Community gathers by candlelight to remember Jamise Thompson

Jamise Thompson, 28, was shot and killed Saturday near 24th and Lake in North Omaha. Friends, family, and community members gathered by candlelight to honor Thompson, sharing memories of her laugh, her love, and her selflessness. Thompson’s family says her greatest joy was being a mother, and they are committed to ensuring her children always […]
Omaha’s largest Juneteenth parade postponed to August 15 after lightning forces cancellation

While the parade has historically gone on rain or shine, lightning the morning of the event forced organizers to call it off for safety reasons. Scheduling conflicts pushed the date to August. The August date may bring something new. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: Omaha’s largest Juneteenth parade postponed to August 15 after lightning forces cancellation The region’s […]
Hole under Farnam St. and vacant building causes mud spread, business impacts in Blackstone

A hole opened Sunday under Farnam St. and a vacant building, sending mud behind buildings in Blackstone The city covered the hole with a tarp and is installing a pedestrian bridge to restore sidewalk access BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) – Work continues at 38th and Farnam St. after a hole opened up Sunday morning […]