The ‘good news’ paper: Omaha Star CEO shares renovation behind-the-scenes, fundraising goals
We’re getting another look inside the Omaha Star’s construction site as they get ready to open their doors at the end of the year.
The largest Powerball jackpot of the year draws Wednesday night
A $786 million Powerball prize is on the line Wednesday night. See which numbers are more commonly drawn.
Drug-resistant ‘superbug’ fungus spreads to 23 states. What you should know
A drug-resistant “superbug” fungus continues to spread across the U.S., now present in 23 states.
Road rage suspect pleads guilty to firing a gun in incident
A man accused in an Omaha road rage shooting has pleaded guilty to firing the gun.
Meteor showers, eclipses and a Sturgeon Moon: What’s happening in the night sky in August 2026?
This month is jam-packed with astronomical events to see, in both the late-night sky and the early morning haze.
Iowa Department of Natural Resources divides deer hunters into zones
Due to the declining deer population, Iowa’s Department of Natural Resources has divided the state’s deer hunters into two zones.
This organ will play one composition until 2640. It’s redefining how slowly music can be played
A small organ in eastern Germany is the headliner of the world’s slowest concert.
She asked a stranger to sit on her porch. What happened next went viral
What started with a ring at a stranger’s doorbell has turned into a friendship two South Florida women never saw coming.
Omaha officials say surrounding buildings safe, stable after structural collapse in Blackstone
Omaha officials say the surrounding buildings after a structural collapse in Blackstone are safe and stable and barricades are in place.
Defense attorney questions children’s alleged kidnapping story
Douglas County Attorney Don Kleine refiled charges for suspects accused of kidnapping, pointing gun at 9-and 10-year-old boys