Challengers to Nebraska’s federal delegation blast U.S.-Israeli military operation in Iran
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — As Nebraska’s all-Republican federal delegation supports President Donald Trump’s U.S. war with Iran, some Democrats and at least one non-partisan candidate who are challenging them have criticized Trump’s decision to strike Iran. Trump said Monday he expects the war with Iran will continue for however long […]
Hearing on Omaha’s roughly half-billion-dollar wastewater project raises eyebrows, concerns
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner OMAHA — Jim Vokal told the Omaha City Council Tuesday that he hadn’t spoken before the body since he was an elected member back in 2009. “So for an issue to bring me out of retirement, it must be significant,” said Vokal, now CEO of the Omaha-based Platte […]
Pentagon: Bellevue soldier among 4 killed in drone attack in Kuwait
Read the full article on KMTV 3 BELLEVUE, Neb. (KMTV) – Sgt. 1st Class Noah L. Tietjens, 42, of Bellevue, died Sunday in Port Shuaiba during an unmanned aircraft system attack, according to the Defense Department. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: A soldier from Bellevue was among four U.S. service members killed in a drone attack in Kuwait, […]
Veterans Park in Papillion adds 10th honor wall to recognize Sarpy County service members
Read the full article on KMTV 3 PAPILLION, Neb. (KMTV)– Any service member with a connection to Sarpy County can have their name added to the wall. Neighbors can also purchase plaques to dedicate to loved ones. Veterans Park in Papillion added its 10th honor wall, continuing growth that began with two walls in 2015. […]
UNL faculty introduce ‘no-confidence’ resolutions against three more administrators
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — Some University of Nebraska-Lincoln faculty are looking to make history again next month by seeking “no-confidence” votes, this time targeting three top administrators they describe as “architects” of recent budget cuts at UNL. In a draft motion and resolutions shared Tuesday morning with the Nebraska Examiner, […]
Feb. 24: Waverly City Council advances infrastructure projects and recognizes community initiatives
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Feb. 24: Omaha City Council advances streetcar financing change
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Is Omaha getting ‘snookered’ in roughly half-billion-dollar infrastructure project?
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner A debate is set to unfold at Tuesday’s Omaha City Council meeting over a pricey wastewater treatment expansion project. The body meets at the City-County Building in downtown Omaha.(Cate Folsom/Nebraska Examiner) OMAHA — One of Nebraska’s best-known construction companies has challenged the City of Omaha’s handling of one […]
129 candidates running for 42 Nebraska statewide offices in 2026
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — Candidates seeking to appear on Nebraska’s 2026 primary ballot had until Monday to file, including federal, legislative and education races at the top of the ticket. The following 42 statewide offices will appear on the statewide 2026 primary ballot: One U.S. Senate seat. Three U.S. House seats. […]
Omaha woman believes opening up ‘could change your life, but it could also save your life’
Read the full article on KMTV 3 OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — Could even one person benefit? That’s what Amy Nissen asked herself as she considered whether to share her own story. Two years ago, Nissen experienced an unusually heavy period. After a few months more where she admits she couldn’t get it ‘under control,’ she […]