Tuesday’s primary takeaways: Some seasoned candidates and a famous name advance in primaries
The Democratic Party’s ideological divide moved into new and uncertain territory, with prominent races in Wisconsin and Minnesota framing the fight between left-leaning candidates and their centrist opponents
Medicaid says it will stop paying for some gender-affirming care for transgender minors
Medicaid will stop paying for gender-affirming surgeries and hormone treatments for transgender minors.
Iowa State Fair guests can vote on Blank Park Zoo’s new giraffe calf
Blank Park Zoo is giving Iowa State Fair attendees an opportunity to choose the name of its next giraffe calf at the Kid Find Headquarters on August 13.
Heat and humidity bring storm chances later this week in Omaha
Heat and humidity bring storm chances later this week in Omaha
UNO volleyball players prepare meals, pack lunches for Open Door Mission
The UNO volleyball team is starting its 2026 season by giving back to the Omaha community.
Trump used elaborate ruse to fly out of Turkey amid security concerns, official says
President Donald Trump secretly slipped out of Turkey last month using an elaborate ruse prompted by an Iranian threat, according to a U.S. official.
Democratic socialist tries to beat the governor’s pick in a chaotic Wisconsin primary
A democratic socialist is trying to rise above the governor’s endorsed candidate in Wisconsin’s chaotic primary race for governor.
Sen. Darline Graham advances to GOP Senate primary runoff to replace late brother
Sen. Darline Graham has advanced to a runoff in South Carolina’s special Republican primary to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham in the U.S. Senate.
Why did Sir Rod Stewart call off remaining tour dates? Here’s what to know.
Sir Rod Stewart has canceled his upcoming tour dates after undergoing a coronary stent procedure. Here’s what we know
Omaha small businesses can apply for AI training program to boost marketing and growth
Omaha small business owners have an opportunity to learn how to use artificial intelligence to reach more customers and grow their businesses through a new program called Breakthrough 402. The program is designed to turn AI from a buzzword into a practical tool, helping entrepreneurs create marketing content, follow up with customers and even build […]