Here are the officials of Nebraska’s likely new political parties
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — Two new Nebraska political parties have submitted their constitutions and leadership to the Secretary of State’s Office as the next formal step toward becoming official parties in the state. The Nebraska Working People Party and America First Party still await a ruling from the state Supreme […]
Omaha Central student displays pocketknife during altercation, officials say
Officials say a student displayed a pocketknife during an altercation Tuesday at Omaha Central High School.
Douglas County Board approves 911 service surcharge
The Douglas County Board has added a 911 service surcharge of 50 cents a month. The money will help upgrade emergency systems and fund public safety bonds.
Iowa reports multiple counties with measles cases
Iowa has announced that four counties are dealing with measles cases. This has led the state to trace those cases and find potential exposure sites.
Legendary country music artist Dolly Parton dies at 80
Dolly Parton, the 10-time Grammy-winning country singer, songwriter, actress and philanthropist known as the “Queen of Country,” has died at 80.
Omaha City Council approves 2027 budget after debate over property tax amendment
Read the full article on KMTV 3 The Omaha City Council approved the city’s 2027 budget Tuesday after debating a property tax cut amendment The budget funds new hires at the parks department, library system, Omaha Fire Department, and Omaha Police Department Omaha voters will decide on two bond measures in November for a youth […]
‘So freaking cute’: Supporters pitch Cameron the Capitol Cat statue outside Nebraska State Capitol
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner Cameron the Capitol Cat, once a mainstay of the Nebraska State Capitol, lounges outside the Capitol building. Aug. 7, 2024. (Photo by Zach Wendling/Nebraska Examiner) LINCOLN — The Nebraska State Capitol’s unofficial feline mascot could soon become a permanent fixture outside the historic building he brought warmth and love […]
‘Grateful to be back’: Nebraska running back Mekhi Nelson addresses summer arrest
Nebraska’s Mekhi Nelson says he’s grateful to be back and is “committed to growing” after charges were dismissed following his arrest in Florida.
Big Ten bans NFL returnees from playing for conference schools
The Big Ten is reportedly set to ban players who return from the NFL from playing for conference schools.
How Dolly Parton started a massive early-childhood reading movement
Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy measured in songs, kindness and millions of opened books.