Omaha City Council Approves Agreements to Advance Union Omaha Stadium and Major Downtown Development

OMAHA, Neb. — The Omaha City Council on Tuesday approved the redevelopment agreement and stadium lease for Union Omaha’s new downtown stadium, with the club aiming to play in the new stadium in the 2028 season. This approval makes way for a major public-private partnership expected to bring...

Mayor: Council Bluffs lost $4.3M from Google over illegal 2011 fee cap

💡 Council Bluffs says it missed out on $4.3 million from Google in 2024 because of an ordinance the mayor says wasn't even legal.

Volunteer Lawyers Project helps Nebraskans facing eviction during National Pro Bono Week

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Across the nation this week, attorneys who offer their services for free to people in need of legal representation are being recognized. National Pro Bono Week has been celebrated since 2009. In Omaha and in Lincoln, helping people who need legal help has become an everyday occurrence.

Omaha bars divided as beverage strike drags on

Omaha bars and liquor stores are left to decide how long they can wait out the strike.

Pottawattamie County Proclaims November 4-11 as Operation Green Light for Veterans

(Pottawattamie Co.) The Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors has proclaimed November 4th through the 11th, 2026, as Operation Green Light for Veterans. The initiative recognizes the sacrifices and contributions of military veterans and highlights the challenges some face transitioning to civilian life. The proclamation encourages residents, businesses, and organizations to...

Family of ‘Wonderful’ 94-Year-Old Woman Is Desperately Trying to Save Her Home After It Was Ravaged by Nebraska Floods

Celianne La Rosa had been living in the home for almost 50 years, according to local news outlet KETV

Veterans Day Events in Iowa 2026

From parades to patriotic concerts, these Veterans Day events offer opportunities to show appreciation, reflect, and connect with those who have served. The post Veterans Day Events in Iowa 2026 appeared first on Fabulous Iowa .

Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for Harrison County to activate Federal Highway Administration funding

Governor Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Harrison County following severe damage to highways and federal-aid routes from storms that began on September 29, 2026. The proclamation is effective immediately and remains in place for 30 days unless terminated or extended. The governor’s proclamation activates the Federal Highway Administration...

Dan Osborn rallies bipartisan support at UNO town hall before Election Day

Independent Senate candidate Dan Osborn brought together figures from across the political spectrum for a town hall at UNO.

Omaha Black men vote together on National Black Men Vote Day

Black men across Omaha voted together on National Black Men Vote Day, saying affordability, healthcare and housing affect their whole community.

U.S. Navy veteran, retired manufacturing executive face off in Legislative District 36

GRETNA — Voters of Legislative District 36 will choose between a retired U.S. naval officer and a retired manufacturing executive to represent one of the fastest-growing areas of the state. State Sen. Rick Holdcroft, the Republican incumbent with a 28-year military career, wants to resume a quest for a...

Red Oak board backs nutrition equipment purchases

(Red Oak) -- Red Oak school officials have backed a pair of upgrades for the district's kitchens at both Inman Elementary and the Junior-Senior High School. At its latest regular meeting, the Red Oak School Board unanimously approved the purchase of a commercial conveyor-type dishwasher for Inman Elementary for $83,960.45 from TriMark Foodservice Equipment, Supplies, and Designs and the purchase of two commercial gas double-deck convection ovens, one for Inman and another for the Junior-Senior High, for $31,142.40 from Dovel. School Superintendent Ron Lorenz says the district's school nutrition fund covers the purchases, which currently has a significant amount of dollars.

Several Nebraska cities offering free rides to polls on Election Day

Some major cities in Nebraska will be offering affordable ways to get voters to the polls on Nov. 3. From Omaha to Scottsbluff, public transit options will give riders more options to place their vote while cutting costs and overcoming transportation barriers. Metro Transit Omaha’s Bus to Ballot program will...

The Omaha area is running low on power capacity. That could harm Nebraska’s ability to grow

The Omaha Public Power District is running low on available power capacity for its biggest potential users. That could threaten the region’s ability to develop economically, attract companies, add jobs and grow. The constraint comes as data centers spike the demand for power across the country, the electric grid...

Omaha among 14 U.S. cities tapped for Bloomberg housing program; a goal is more ‘granny flats’

OMAHA — Omaha is among 14 cities nationwide selected for a Bloomberg Philanthropies program intended to boost creation of local housing — particularly “accessory dwelling units,” known also as granny flats or in-law suites. Participation comes with up to $750,000 in grant funding, but local leaders say a key benefit is technical expertise from field-leading […]

Omaha, Nebraska Has Been Ranked Safest American City for Trick-or-Treating in 2026 Per New Report

You might be surprised by the result of this report.

Flood, Backemeyer trade jabs over residency in closing campaign push

ELECTION 2026: NE 20th Legislative District race features incumbent, challenger

State Sen. John Fredrickson faces challenger Chris Anderson in Nebraska's 20th Legislative District, four years after Fredrickson won the seat by just 82 votes.

Lewis Central construction projects continue

(Council Bluffs) -- With summer and fall projects winding down, Lewis Central school officials are looking forward to a busy construction schedule next year. Voters in the Lewis Central School District approved a $30 million bond issue in November, 2024 for major renovations at each of the district's facilities. Superintendent Dr. Brent Hoesing told the Lewis Central School Board recently that work on the middle school's athletic building is expected to be completed by the end of this month. Hoesing says renovation of the building's classrooms is also progressing.