Reaction to music legend Dolly Parton’s death
Dolly Parton’s death has prompted widespread reaction from notable figures across the music, film and television industries, among others.
Storm chances dwindle tonight, with warm and sunny days ahead for Omaha
Warm and sunny for a couple days in Omaha
Omaha Central student displays pocketknife during altercation, officials say
Officials say a student displayed a pocketknife during an altercation Tuesday at Omaha Central High School.
Douglas County Board approves 911 service surcharge
The Douglas County Board has added a 911 service surcharge of 50 cents a month. The money will help upgrade emergency systems and fund public safety bonds.
Iowa reports multiple counties with measles cases

Iowa has announced that four counties are dealing with measles cases. This has led the state to trace those cases and find potential exposure sites.
Legendary country music artist Dolly Parton dies at 80
Dolly Parton, the 10-time Grammy-winning country singer, songwriter, actress and philanthropist known as the “Queen of Country,” has died at 80.
‘Grateful to be back’: Nebraska running back Mekhi Nelson addresses summer arrest
Nebraska’s Mekhi Nelson says he’s grateful to be back and is “committed to growing” after charges were dismissed following his arrest in Florida.
Big Ten bans NFL returnees from playing for conference schools
The Big Ten is reportedly set to ban players who return from the NFL from playing for conference schools.
How Dolly Parton started a massive early-childhood reading movement
Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy measured in songs, kindness and millions of opened books.
Near-total lunar eclipse will be visible in U.S. this week: When and how to watch
Look to the skies this week. Now it’s the moon’s turn to pull a disappearing act.