Iowa toddler hit by car dies at Nebraska Medicine

15-month-old toddler Mia Mauricio died at Nebraska Medicine after being struck by a car in Carroll County, Iowa.
US moves to shut a Kentucky organ donation group, citing safety failures

U.S. moves to shut a Kentucky organ donation group, citing safety failures
The Omaha Reads initiative announces its 2026 book selection

The heartwarming ‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’ is the perfect companion for a city-wide community read
Judge sentences Omaha teen for his role in shooting that injured three people

One of the teens accused in a north Omaha shooting in 2024 learned his sentence.
A pleasant evening for the Omaha area, then fog later tonight

A pleasant evening for the Omaha area
President Trump hints at Iran deal over the Strait of Hormuz this week

President Trump says a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be finalized soon, potentially easing gas prices and addressing tensions with Iran.
Suspects in Omaha kidnapping case held on bond

The 18- and 19-year-old accused of kidnapping two children at gunpoint in Omaha were held on bond after appearing in court.
State of New Mexico sues Justice Department and Todd Blanche, saying they blocked its Epstein probe

The state of New Mexico has sued the Department of Justice and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, saying the federal government has blocked it from carrying out its own investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s sex crimes.
10-year-old doesn’t remember dramatic rescue by lifeguard from pounding California surf

A 10-year-old boy rescued by a teen lifeguard from hammering waves does not remember anything after a giant wave swept him off his feet.
Florida toddler dies after getting head stuck in kitchen playset, police say

A Florida toddler has died after getting her head lodged in a kitchen playset, police say.