OPINION: Politicians’ cloudy vision the result of more than the summer heat
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner Perhaps it’s the dog days’ heat. Or maybe some other atmospheric phenomenon. It’s possible, too, that we’re simply tired of the unremitting hoohah and have checked out politically. Whatever the culprit, real or imagined, our vision is clouded, our focus blurred and our eyes have strayed from the […]
Cuba faces yet another nationwide blackout as electrical grid collapses
Cuba’s energy grid collapsed late Sunday, the electricity utility announced, plunging the country into another nationwide blackout as a U.S. oil blockade continues.
Hot start to the week, few chances for storms in Omaha area
Hazy sunshine returns Monday with breezy winds and hot temperatures. Impact weather expected Tuesday and Wednesday with increasing chances for heavy rain and thunderstorms. Meteorologist Caitlin Harvey has the forecast you trust from Omaha’s Weather Leader.
Blanche rescinds fund for Trump supporters after GOP senators threaten to block his AG bid
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has issued an order formally rescinding plans to create a $1.8 billion fund meant to compensate allies of President Donald Trump.
‘You can battle through it’: Gretna East football player overcomes tough injury
For Quinn Bera, the last game of the regular season in 2025 ended with him being carted off the field. “I caught the ball. And I like turned upfield, and while I was running … I kind of like stuck my leg out like that, and somebody … dropped all
Dogs cool off at Muddy Paws’ annual fundraiser
Dogs across the metro got cleaned up and cooled off Sunday during Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue’s annual Dog Wash fundraiser in Council Bluffs.
Omaha nonprofit helps youth, families prepare for the school year
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands helped local families prepare for the new school year during its annual Back-to-School Picnic on Sunday.
Omaha man arrested for murder months after teen found dead in car
An Omaha man was arrested on a murder charge in connection to the killing of an 18-year-old in May.
Judge clarifies NCAA eligibility order, which could blunt its impact on new ‘5 for 5’ rule
The judge who granted the right to play another year of college sports to some athletes whose eligibility ran out last school year issued a new order to make clear that does not include football players who signed pro contracts this summer then had a change of heart
Person critically injured in suspected hit-and-run
Authorities say a person was critically injured in a suspected hit-and-run near 75th and Dodge involving a black SUV.