Back-to-school shopping tips to save money

Families are expected to spend an average of $864 on K-12 back-to-school shopping this year. Here are expert tips to save on supplies, tech and clothing.
Brett Lindstrom files signatures in bid for Nebraska governor

Former State Sen. Brett Lindstrom submitted signatures on Monday to the Secretary of State’s Office to appear on the ballot for Nebraska’s race for governor in November.
Man from El Salvador dies in immigration jail in New Jersey

Federal officials say a man from El Salvador has died at an immigration jail in New Jersey
Mountain lion sighting in Seward County leads to warnings from officials

A possible mountain lion sighting in Staplehurst led to warnings from Seward County and Game and Parks officials.
Spotty shower chance Tuesday, heavy rain possible tonight in Omaha area

Spotty shower chance Tuesday, heavy rain possible tonight in Omaha area
Horse racing’s schedule overhaul could be the death knell for the Preakness and Triple Crown

Is the Preakness getting left behind? Churchill Downs and NYRA’s new 6-race series skips Baltimore, sparking fears for the iconic Triple Crown’s future.
Fremont man sentenced for unlawful possession of explosives

A Nebraska man was sentenced after a charge of unlawful possession of explosives.
Driver rescued from train tracks within seconds of incoming train

“Obviously, it was a very scary thing. They came very close between the train and being struck by it as well.” | A Pennsylvania driver was pulled from a construction truck seconds before a freight train crashed into it.
VIDEO: Small plane makes emergency landing on Florida interstate after engine stops

A truck driver’s dash camera shows a small plane gliding under a highway sign, missing it by mere feet, before touching down on a Florida interstate.
How can today’s primary elections impact the balance of power in November?

With just over 90 days until the midterm elections, voters in several states are participating in primary elections that will shape the balance of power in Congress.