Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen displays Fourth of July objects at state capitol
Watch: Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen helps display Fourth of July objects at the Nebraska state capitol ahead of America’s 250th anniversary
Man creates bald eagle lawn design for Fourth of July
A homeowner used technology and talent to honor the nation and celebrate 250 years of American independence by cutting a bald eagle design into his front yard. Here’s how he did it.
Book that Tupac Shakur murder suspect wrote is clear for use in the trial, judge rules
A book co-written by the man who prosecutors allege ordered the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur can be used in trial, a judge ruled
Federal Reserve Chair Warsh emphasizes political independence, signals focus on inflation
New Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said Wednesday that the central bank would remain independent and seek to bring down inflation, likely foreclosing the rate cuts President Trump has sought.
World Cup explainer: How does extra time and penalty shootouts work?
World Cup: Here’s an explanation of the rules for determining a winner when neither team is ahead after 90 minutes, plus stoppage time
DNA from discarded soda bottle leads to woman’s arrest in newborn’s 1985 death
A Massachusetts woman was in court in connection with the death of her newborn son more than four decades ago.
Former CIA director John Brennan seeks court order to preserve records from probes targeting him
Former CIA Director John Brennan is suing the Trump administration, demanding a court order that would require officials to preserve records from investigations that are targeting him.
Rain and thunderstorms possible during the next few evenings
Rain and storms possible next few days
Omaha parks expected to be ‘a top priority’ in mayor’s 2027 budget
Last year’s Omaha Parks and Recreation Master Plan says the city “operates with lean staffing and spending levels.” Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr. is looking to increase funding for city parks in the 2027 budget.
Airplane makes emergency landing at Eppley Airfield after a reported mechanical failure
It happened around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) registry shows the plane is registered to Norfolk Southern Railway Company which is based in Atlanta, Georgia.