Cool, breezy Wednesday afternoon in the Omaha area

Cool, breezy Wednesday afternoon in the Omaha area
Priority candidate selected in search for new UNMC chancellor

The University of Nebraska has named a priority candidate to be the next chancellor at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
Protester comes down from atop Washington bridge ending 5-day stand against AI and Iran war

A Florida-based activist who camped out atop one of Washington’s bridges for five days has ended his protest vigil.
Some iPhone owners could get up to $95 payment after $250 million Apple settlement

Owners of some iPhones are eligible to get cash payments of up to $95 from Apple after the company reached a $250 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit.
Are you a nurse? These businesses are offering discounts and giveaways for Nurses Week

Nurses serve their communities and help keep us healthy every day. This week, businesses and restaurants are joining the rest of us in sharing our thanks.
IRS may owe you a refund for coronavirus-era fines. Here’s how to apply

Taxpayers who were penalized by the IRS during the coronavirus pandemic for failing to pay their taxes or filing late may qualify for a refund or termination of the penalties they incurred.
Three patients being evacuated to Europe from cruise ship with hantavirus outbreak

The World Health Organization says eight cases have been recorded, with five confirmed by lab tests. Three people have died.
How difficult terrain and military training could complicate the manhunt for a Tennessee suspect

A terrain of steep hills and deep ravines — and a suspect with extensive Army survival training — is complicating a manhunt in Tennessee for Craig Berry, accused of shooting his wife.
Consumers lost $794 million to scams on Facebook last year

Nearly 30% of reported scam losses began on social media, according to the FTC.
Antisemitic assaults in the US hit record highs in 2025, report says

Antisemitic physical assaults in the United States reached record highs in 2025 and included the first fatalities from antisemitic attacks on American soil since 2022, according to the Anti-Defamation League.