Increases in parks, police funding: Mayor John Ewing Jr. speaks on 2027 Omaha city budget proposal
Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr. released his 2027 budget proposal Tuesday, with increases to police and parks funds. It’s his first time overseeing the full budget process.
Omaha Against Traffick Initiative launched to prevent child trafficking
A new effort from Mayor John Ewing Jr., Project Harmony and more than 60 community organizations aims to curb child trafficking.
Omaha Performing Arts heats up the summer with Christmas in August
‘Hallmark Stars Live’ will have you celebrating the holidays early with your favorite faces from those fairytale television towns
Senate panel advances Jay Clayton’s nomination to lead US intelligence agencies
The Senate Intelligence Committee has advanced the nomination of Jay Clayton, President Donald Trump’s pick to head the nation’s intelligence agencies.
Fruit puree pouches sold at Kroger, Meijer and Target recalled
Fruit puree pouches sold at Kroger, Meijer and Target are being recalled after soft plastic was found inside some products.
Watch: Tiny dog rescued from San Francisco Bay after massive air-and-sea search
A tiny dog that was missing for weeks was rescued from San Francisco Bay after first responders spotted it swimming alone and being attacked by seagulls. See the video.
House GOP races to pass stopgap funding, budget reconciliation before weeks-long recess
House lawmakers have until Thursday night to get several critical bills across the finish line before they leave for a five-week recess.
Secretary Hegseth testifies on Capitol Hill as Iran conflict costs rise to $37.5 billion
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before the Senate, revealing the Iran conflict has cost $37.5 billion so far, as the White House requests $87.6 billion in emergency funding to sustain military operations.
Ewing signs Omaha’s minimum wage ordinance despite possible ‘legal issues’
Mayor John Ewing Jr. signed Omaha’s minimum wage ordinance despite possible legal challenges.
Bond set for Omaha woman accused in DUI crash with baby in backseat
An Omaha woman was held on bond for multiple charges after a crash Friday with her 9-month-old in the backseat.