Alaska wildlife agents can kill bears from helicopters in an effort to protect caribou, judge says

Judge lets Alaska resume bear removals, including helicopter shooting, to help the Mulchatna caribou herd recover during calving season.
US isn’t looking at imminent military action in Cuba despite Trump threats, AP sources say

Officials say the U.S. isn’t looking at imminent military action against Havana despite President Donald Trump’s threats that “Cuba is next.”
Nebraska man arrested after driving more than 160 mph, multiple pursuits with troopers
The Nebraska State Patrol arrested a man for driving away from troopers at more than 160 mph.
US intercepts Iranian attacks as Tehran weighs peace proposal

Gas prices have reached a national average of $4.55 as the U.S. awaits Iran’s response to a proposal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with experts warning relief at the pump may take time even if peace is achieved.
Man convicted in Bellevue shooting that killed 21-year-old man

A 19-year-old man was convicted in a deadly Bellevue shooting.
Federal court rules against new global tariffs Trump imposed after loss at the Supreme Court

A federal court ruled Wednesday against the new global tariffs President Donald Trump imposed after the Supreme Court defeat.
Limited rain chances around the Omaha area through next week

Limited rain chances around the Omaha area
17-year-old dies a month after her unforgettable hospital room prom

A Kentucky teen whose hospital prom touched millions has died after a two-year battle with rare bone cancer. “There are no words deep enough for this kind of heartbreak.”
Service members who lost their lives on D-Day laid to rest

Americans who lost their lives on Omaha Beach on D-Day were laid to rest in Omaha, Nebraska.
Rare tornado emergencies issued in Mississippi on Wednesday. How rare are they?

Two tornado emergencies issued Wednesday in Mississippi bring the total for 2026 up to four.