FIFA investigates Argentina players confronting Spain’s on-field World Cup celebrations
FIFA has opened an investigation after Spain’s celebrations on beating Argentina in the World Cup final took an ugly turn when players briefly clashed on the field.
Luke Skywalker’s lightsaber with severed hand prop sets ‘Star Wars’ auction record at $3.75 million
One legendary duel, one record-breaking price: Luke Skywalker’s lightsaber with severed hand from “The Empire Strikes Back” has become the most expensive film item from the franchise ever sold at auction.
Omaha man held on bond after threatening Nebraska school, governor’s family
An Omaha man was held on bond after allegedly making threats against a Nebraska school and Gov. Jim Pillen’s family.
Jimothy, a Seattle raccoon, is inspiring fan accounts and memes
An oddly-shaped raccoon has won over hearts on the internet. Here’s what we know about him.
Design unveiled for Omaha’s proposed public safety headquarters near Crossroads
Omaha officials unveiled plans for a $181 million public safety headquarters near the Crossroads district.
Nebraska governor bars future tax incentives for data centers locating in state
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signed an executive order Monday barring new data centers from receiving tax incentives under the ImagiNE Nebraska Act. Pillen said the decision reflects a desire to balance economic development with protecting the state’s natural resources.
Former White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel stops in Omaha to campaign for Denise Powell
Former White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emmanuel helped campaign for second district candidate Denise Powell
Attempt to save a struggling swimmer leaves 5 dead in a river in Ohio, sheriff says
Authorities say five people have died on a river in Ohio after several of them went into the water to assist another person who was struggling to swim.
Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission moving forward with application, licensing fees
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — The Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission will move forward with requiring fees for registered cannabis establishments and applicants in the coming weeks. Commissioners released the first draft of updated regulations Monday. The proposal would create a $5,000 application fee, license and renewal fees based on license type, a […]
Ashland daycare owner accused of physically abusing, neglecting children, court documents state
A Nebraska daycare owner faces child abuse charges after court documents allege she grabbed children, withheld food and bathroom access, and yelled at them.