Iowa attorney general joins coalition to advocate for state control over sports gambling

Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird has joined 41 attorneys general in urging federal regulators to affirm state jurisdiction over sports-related event contracts, citing concerns over unregulated prediction markets.
RAGBRAI vendor debate raises new safety concerns

The resolutions passed in Monona County and under consideration in Story County would ban vendors from setting up outside of city limits along the routes.
Witnesses describe aftermath of mass shooting at Oklahoma lake that left at least 23 injured

Several witnesses said the incident started with an argument that led to gunfire.
Omaha Public Schools informs students, parents on summer reading program

Omaha Public Schools gives insight into what students can do during the summer reading program
Explosion at a fireworks plant in China kills at least 21 people

Nearly 500 rescuers were deployed to the scene and residents in danger zones were evacuated
Catholic priest who criticized Trump immigration crackdown named bishop

West Virginia’s next Catholic bishop was born in El Salvador and has been critical of President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown
Nebraska gas prices near $4 as gas station owners urge for relief

Gas prices in Nebraska and Iowa are nearing $4 per gallon, as AAA reports the national average nearing $5, some gas station owners are urging for cost relief.
From ‘Bluey’ to ballet, O-pa 2026-27 season offers ‘everything for everybody’

The nonprofit says it wanted to showcase performances outside of its Broadway season.
‘Should have diversity of options’: Washington County works to address childcare accessibility issue

Washington County is working to address the issue of childcare. A study completed in the county found 3 out of 4 families surveyed reported finding childcare was “difficult” or “very difficult.”
A few sprinkles tonight north of Omaha with cooler temperatures

A few sprinkles tonight north of Omaha