Omaha Streetcar construction brings new closures to streets across Downtown, Midtown and Blackstone
Read the full article on KMTV 3 OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) – Next week brings a new round of road closures across the Omaha Streetcar route. We’re sharing this with you to help you plan ahead. Here is a breakdown of what Omaha Public Works has planned. Monday: 3 to 6 a.m.: Rails are being moved […]
Meta rolls out controversial new AI image generator
Read the full article on KMTV 3 BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: Meta’s new AI image generator allows users to create AI-generated images of other people using photos pulled from public Instagram accounts — without asking those people for permission first. Users whose photos could be used must manually opt out through their profile settings. Cathy Johnson, vice […]
The North Omaha Community Care Council brought teens together for workshops on mental health
Read the full article on KMTV 3 More than 300 North Omaha teens attended workshops at UNMC designed to help them identify and process emotions they often keep hidden. Ta’Miyah Wright said young people had recently spoken with city leaders about gaps in mental health resources — and felt this event was a direct response […]
LOCAL REPORTING: With AI, ‘seeing is no longer believing’ – including in politics; the task ahead of voters
Read the full article on KMTV 3 OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — Voters are increasingly forced to question what’s real in political advertising as artificial intelligence becomes cheaper and more accessible — and regulation lags behind. More than 20 campaigns in Nebraska and Iowa were contacted for this story, including candidates running for local, state and […]
Nebraska Democratic US Senate candidate Cindy Burbank hasn’t dropped out of the race yet. Will she?
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — Two months after Nebraska Democrats chose her as their U.S. Senate candidate, Cindy Burbank is still in the race, despite having hinted she may drop out to clear the field for nonpartisan candidate Dan Osborn to challenge Republican U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts in November. Burbank wins […]
Broncs, bulls and boots: 75 years of the Sumner Rodeo
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Omaha Sister Cities Association to host World Cup watch party at UNO’s Maverick Landing this Saturday
Read the full article on KMTV 3 OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — The FIFA World Cup has captured the attention of thousands across the Omaha metro, with neighbors flocking to watch parties throughout the area. Now, the Omaha Sister Cities Association is inviting you to enjoy the action with some of our favorite international visitors. OSCA […]
South O Sandwich Co. brings workforce training, community mission to downtown Omaha
Read the full article on KMTV 3 BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: A new sandwich shop in downtown Omaha is doing more than serving food — it’s helping the community gain valuable work experience. South O Sandwich Co. is one of downtown Omaha’s newest food spots, but its mission sets it apart from other restaurants in the area. […]
Nebraska abortions rose nearly 8% in 2025, mostly due to influx of Iowa patients
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — The number of abortions performed in Nebraska rose 7.8% in 2025 as the dust begins to settle on some of the state’s — and neighboring states’ — newer abortion restrictions. According to data from the state Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), at least 2,698 […]
Austin Ahlman says he has enough signatures to be on the ballot for Nebraska’s 1st district
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — Nonpartisan candidate for Nebraska’s 1st Congressional District, Austin Ahlman, says he has enough signatures to be on the November ballot, setting up a likely four-way race with Democratic nominee Chris Backemeyer, Republican incumbent U.S. Rep. Mike Flood, and Libertarian Nik Sandman. The Ahlman campaign said it […]