Omaha city councilmembers propose property tax levy cut
A proposed Omaha tax levy reduction could lower property taxes, but councilmembers will need a supermajority to approve it Tuesday.
Texas man convicted of killing his girlfriend in Nebraska
A Texas man was convicted of killing his girlfriend, who was found with multiple gunshot wounds in Nebraska.
Nebraska state auditor reports improper payments in aged and disabled waiver program

“They know where they were working; they know they weren’t at that home yet, and they billed the government for those hours.” Nebraska’s state auditor reports “questionable billing” in state’s aged and disabled waiver program.
Sith Lord weighs in: Man dressed as Darth Vader mocks Flock cameras in San Diego
A Darth Vader cosplayer brought the “dark side” into a debate over Flock cameras with a speech that’s getting attention online. See the video.
Lincoln police captain, partner cited after child left inside van
An off-duty Lincoln police officer was cited on Sunday afternoon after a child was found locked in a van at Pawnee Lake.
Lindsay Clancy’s defense denied mistrial after witness references ‘mortal sin’

Prosecutors continued Monday to present rebuttal witnesses in the ongoing murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother accused of strangling her three children in the family’s Duxbury home in 2023.
Thomas Jefferson High School students return with pride and new beginnings
Thomas Jefferson High School in Council Bluffs began the new school year with a focus on pride, connection, and personal growth.
Nebraska women’s flag football announces start date, schedule release

The Nebraska women’s flag football team will kick its first season off next spring. Here’s what you should know about the team.
Trump administration launches ‘economic D-Day’ against Iran, threatens trading partners

The Trump administration announced new sanctions targeting Iran and foreign entities conducting certain business with the country, aiming to choke off Tehran’s revenue amid a prolonged conflict.
Karen Solomon found dead after being named suspect in police officer husband’s death, officials say
Authorities say a body believed to be that of Karen Solomon, a Massachusetts woman wanted in connection with her police officer husband’s death, was discovered near a medical facility and a reservoir.