Omaha, NE

OMAHA, Neb. — Freight workers are rallying Friday in Omaha. The workers, who are employed by BNSF Railway, want sick leave for some union members.

Freight workers rallying Friday in Omaha

Iowa State

Council Bluffs, IA

DES MOINES, Iowa — A new transgender law in Iowa requires students, staff, parents and visitors to only use restrooms that correspond with their biological sex. Gov. Kim Reynolds signed the bill into law on Wednesday, which took effect immediately — meaning schools must comply. Republican House Speaker...

Council Bluffs Community School District responds to new transgender law for restrooms in Iowa

Nebraska State

OMAHA, Neb. — For this week's Giving Wednesday, KETV Newswatch 7 is partnering with the Midlands African Chamber or MAC. The organization works to connect and empower underrepresented entrepreneurs in the community. One of its programs aims at getting teenagers ready for the workforce. It's a chance to suit...

Midlands African Chamber guides black, brown entrepreneurs to success

Lincoln, NE

LINCOLN, Neb. — Lincoln-based Nelnet, a student loan servicing company, announced the elimination of about 550 jobs Thursday afternoon. Nelnet said it was notified by the Department of Education on Wednesday about a contract modification that will "significantly decrease" how much it makes per borrower. Nelnet also said the...

Lincoln-based Nelnet cutting more than 500 jobs

OMAHA, Neb. — A Benson High School teacher was recognized both locally and nationally Wednesday morning during a surprise ceremony with peers and colleagues. Rhonda Sherman was honored as Omaha's School Champion and one of five school champions nationwide for her work as a mentor with ACE Mentor Program.

Benson High teacher and mentor surprised Wednesday with national recognition

OMAHA, Neb. — Her Company may be your one-stop-shop for snacks, treats, juices and more. Located at 15330 Weir Street, Her Company is an all women co-op working to support local businesses that don't have a brick and mortar. "We have healthy meals, healthy pizzas. We have sea moss,...

Now Serving: Her Company

OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha's Metro Transit and ORBT celebrated a major milestone on Thursday — 1 million rides. The bus system, which launched in November 2020, gives riders a faster, smarter way to move along stops from Westroads Mall to downtown Omaha. “We’re seeing a steady growth in...

Omaha's ORBT service celebrates 1 million rides

OMAHA, Neb. — Spring is the time to plan if you're looking to plant one day. Indian Creek Nursery owner Scott Farrington has decades of gardening experience and says anyone can find success no matter their skill level. "We're in this business, we love to grow things, and it's...

What happens when ... you're ready to plant a garden

More and more women and families are seeking help at Council Bluffs' MICAH House trying to get back on their feet. There are several programs to choose from, including a relatively new therapy field that is making good grounds there, according to one College of Saint Mary graduate student. This...

MICAH House using occupational therapy to help residents regain independence

OMAHA, Neb. — There's a new addition at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo. The zoo announced that a female giraffe calf was born at 12:40 a.m. on March 19. She successfully stood for the first time about an hour later at 1:30 a.m., according to the zoo. The new calf...

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo announces birth of new giraffe calf

Two tower trucks are the latest addition to the Omaha Fire Department. Delivering much-needed power on the frontlines. "These trucks are to replace some older rigs that definitely need to be replaced. Going to be a good addition to the fire department. There is a lot of versatility," said Omaha Fire Capt. Joe Goessling, with Station 53.

'A lot of versatility': Omaha Fire Department unveils new tower trucks

Omaha’s Durham Museum is undergoing a $1.6 million restoration of the ceiling in the iconic Union Station. The building was named a national historic landmark in 2016. “We're one of the most pristine examples of Art Deco architecture in the nation. And so, we just feel like it is our privilege and our obligation to make sure that we're preserving the building and preserving that history for our community,” said Kim Henze.

Up-close look at $1.6 million restoration for Omaha's Union Station ceiling

OMAHA, Neb. — The Drug Enforcement Agency warns about the dangers of fake prescription pills. They say, right now, six out of every 10 pills contain lethal doses of fentanyl. The DEA says, unfortunately, they expect to see the numbers continue to increase with more seizures not only in...

DEA Omaha field office warns 6/10 fake pills seized contain potentially lethal fentanyl dose

OMAHA, Neb. — The Bluejays are taking flight!. Students and fans lined up outside Creighton's Morrison Stadium as the men's basketball team hit the road for the NCAA tournament. The sixth-seeded Jays are preparing to face the Princeton Tigers in a Sweet 16 matchup. Creighton students said this team...

'What we always wait for is March': Creighton fans, students cheer the men's basketball team ahead of Sweet 16

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — From the moment Trey Alexander, Arthur Kaluma and Ryan Nembhard arrived in Omaha, the trio clicked - both on and off the court. The new teammates-turned-roommates were a highly-touted trio coming out of high school, and through two seasons, those three are living up to the expectations that were placed on their shoulders from the moment they put on a Creighton jersey.

Super Sophomores: Creighton trio's bond brings Bluejays back to Sweet 16

OMAHA, Neb. — A now 15-year-old boy will stand trial after a Labor Day weekendshooting near 72nd and Country Club Road. The juvenile faces charges of manslaughter, use of a weapon, minor in possession, and tampering. His attorney demanded the Douglas County Attorney's Office drop charges because he used self-defense.

15-year-old to stand trial for manslaughter in 28-year-old Omaha man's death

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Creighton men's basketball team is preparing for their Sweet 16 appearance against Princeton. KETV NewsWatch 7's Matt Foster and Ellie French have more from the Jays' practice session on Thursday. More Sweet 16 coverage.

Creighton men's basketball prepares to face Princeton in NCAA tournament

OMAHA, Neb. — A 20-year-old man injured in a shooting Thursday near a Northwest Omaha doughnut shop suffered injuries not considered to be life-threatening according to Omaha Police. The shooting took place around 2:30 p.m. near 106th & Fort Streets. Investigators later identified the victim as Rashaun Benton. Police...

Police identify man found shot in a Northwest Omaha parking lot

OMAHA, Neb. — Previous coverage in the video above. A 26-year-old man was sentenced Thursday to more than four decades in prison for killing a man. A Douglas County judge sentenced Daniel Atherton to a minimum of 48 years behind bars for the death of 39-year-old Clinton Brownlee. In...

Omaha man sentenced to 48 years in prison for murder

Bellevue, NE

BELLEVUE, Neb. — Bellevue police took one man into custody after they said he tried to run an officer off the road. It happened along South 21st Street and Cornhusker Road around 12:45 a.m. Authorities were not able to comment on whether anyone was injured.

Bellevue police: Driver tried to run officer off the road

Douglas County, NE

Kearney, NE

OMAHA, Neb. — The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is offering some insight into two cases of human remains found in a week's time along Rainwood Road. Douglas County deputies identified the body found Monday as Patrick Weber, a missing man from Kearney. His mother said he would've never...

Douglas County Sheriff's Office: Human remains on Rainwood Road not connected

Ralston, NE

Carter Lake, IA

La Vista, NE

Manawa, IA

Papillion, NE

Boys Town, NE

Millard, NE

Richfield, NE

Crescent, IA

Bennington, NE

Saint Columbans, NE

Elkhorn, NE

Springfield, NE

Honey Creek, IA

Fort Calhoun, NE

Gretna, NE

Cedar Creek, NE

Waterloo, NE

NewsBreak

How a Creighton University student is studying bacteria for NASA

OMAHA, Neb. — A student at Creighton University is searching for a portable and affordable method to detect bacteria, and he's getting support from NASA to...

How a Creighton University student is studying bacteria for NASA

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