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Omaha man sentenced for possession of CSAM

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - An Omaha man who was charged with production and possession of child sexual assault materials was sentenced in federal court Wednesday. Justin Dueling, 41, was sentenced to 50 years in prison. There is no parole in the federal system. Following his sentence, he will begin a...

Omaha, NE · 21h

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'People are fed up': Bellevue Mayor-elect Kevin Pflager prepares for transition

Bellevue Mayor-elect Kevin Pflager discusses his election win, transition talks with Rusty Hike and his priorities as he prepares to take office.

Bellevue, NE · 20h

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Farmers denied Nebraska mom her husband's $350K life policy, offered $17,360 instead. A jury awarded her $11.3M

Take extra precautions with life insurance applications, or pay the price at the worst time possible.

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Nebraska Shoppers Keep Coming Back To This Butcher Shop Where Fresh-Cut Steaks Still Come At Fair Prices

Alligator, goat, bison and rabbit share counter space with ribeyes at one Nebraska butcher shop. That lineup alone made me stop scrolling. The shop’s slogan is a cheeky one: You Can’t Beat Our Meat. The butchers will cut a ribeye to the exact thickness you ask for. They...

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Criminal charges against property owner

The condition of a Bellevue property near 36th Street and Chandler Road in September led to the homeowner answering criminal charges today.

Bellevue, NE · 2d

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Ex-Mayor Stothert says she takes responsibility for Omaha Streetcar as construction continues

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Former Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert said on her radio show that she takes responsibility for pushing the Omaha streetcar project forward. About two years of construction remain to complete the project. The streetcar is called OSCAR. Road closed signs and construction barriers have taken over downtown...

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Nebraska semi driver injured in Tuesday crash in Shelby County

SHELBY COUNTY, Mo. - A Nebraska semi-truck driver was injured in a Tuesday afternoon crash in Shelby County. It happened just before 5 p.m. on US Highway 36, one-half mile east of Shelbina. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the semi, driven by a 47-year-old man from Omaha, was...

Shelby County, MO · 2d

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Stella’s reopens in Bellevue after February fire

BELLEVUE, Neb. (WOWT) — Stella’s in Bellevue has reopened at its original location nearly nine months after a fire damaged the building. The restaurant opened its doors Tuesday night. Wednesday was its first day serving lunch. Guests walked into a newly remodeled dining area for the first lunch....

Bellevue, NE · 2d

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Blue bleeds into Sarpy County as voters reject Republican incumbents

The reliably red suburban stronghold voted against Gov. Jim Pillen and U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts, cast more votes for Democrats than Republicans overall in the county’s congressional races and turned out a Republican mayor in Bellevue. Sarpy County has long served as a Republican Party bastion within the Omaha...

Sarpy County, NE · 1d

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Our Verdict On 10 Nebraska Steakhouses Still Cutting Steaks In House And Who Took The Top Spot

One Omaha steakhouse moved into the top floor of a packing plant back in 1934. It still has butchers on staff, cutting and aging beef right there in the building. That detail stopped me cold. Another spot on this list has grilled steaks since 1933, surrounded by a hunter’s big-game trophies.

Omaha, NE · 17h

Animal of Things

Dog Tag Laws in Nebraska: What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! If you have ever assumed your dog’s rabies tag doubles as a license, Nebraska law disagrees with you. The state leaves dog licensing almost entirely to cities, villages, and counties, which means the tag your dog needs in Omaha looks nothing like what’s required in a small village two counties over. This creates real confusion … This article, Dog Tag Laws in Nebraska: What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Who Pays Vet Bills in Dog Fight in Arizona? Liability, Insurance, and Deadlines • Leaving a Dog in a Car in Tennessee: Laws, Penalties, and Rescue Rights Explained • Who Pays Vet Bills in a Dog Fight in Vermont? Fault, Insurance, and Your Options

Nebraska · 3d

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Nebraska Lawmakers Question Whether Tax-Increment Financing Has Strayed From Its Roots

Across Nebraska, a financing tool that has quietly redirected more than half a billion dollars in property taxes is now under the legislative microscope — and the debate over who it really benefits is growing louder. At a Friday hearing in Lincoln, state lawmakers, city officials, neighborhood advocates, and taxpayer watchdogs all weighed in on whether tax-increment financing, known as TIF, still serves its original purpose.

Nebraska · 6h

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Man accused of assault at Omaha homeless encampment appears in court

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A man is being held on bond after Omaha Police say he severely assaulted a man at a homeless encampment last week, leaving the victim with unsurvivable injuries. Ryan Simpson, 45, is charged with 1st-degree assault. He was ordered to be held on a $1 million...

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Millard South Defense Shuts Down Papillion-La Vista South to Punch Ticket to Class A Football Semifinals

Millard South’s defense allowed a Papillion-La Vista South touchdown in the game’s first minute and then didn’t allow the Titans much of anything the rest of the way. The Class A No. 2 seed Patriots kept the No. 7 Titans off the board for the final 47 minutes and rolled to a 41-7 win in Friday’s state football quarterfinal at Buell Stadium.

Omaha, NE · 14h

Animal of Things

Cane Corso Laws in Nebraska: Omaha Rules, Bite Liability, and Housing

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Cane Corso laws in Nebraska do not include a statewide ban, but that does not mean you can ignore local rules. The biggest catch is Omaha, where the breed is named in a city ordinance with muzzle, leash, and insurance requirements. Nebraska also uses one of the stricter dog bite liability standards in the country, … This article, Cane Corso Laws in Nebraska: Omaha Rules, Bite Liability, and Housing , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Fireworks Laws and Pet Trauma in Texas: What Owners Need to Know • Shock Collar Laws in Wyoming: What Dog Owners Can and Can’t Do • Running a Hobby Farm in Nevada: The Legal Rules Every Landowner Should Know

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Planning Board Approves TIF for Downtown Highrise Conversion

The Omaha Planning Board approved the Tax Increment Financing application for the redevelopment of the highrise at 1620 Dodge Street. The former office building was once home to First National Bank of Omaha. Known as the Ledger, the project will transform the building into 295 apartments. The 22-story building was...

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Downtown Glenwood reopens for business after years of construction

Small business owners in Downtown Glenwood, Iowa, are welcoming back shoppers to a newly revitalized downtown. Southwest Iowa reporter Ryan Gamboa caught up with shop owners about the busy weekend.

Glenwood, IA · 19h

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Trader Joe’s Store at Avenue One

Trader Joe’s has officially listed its planned second Omaha store at 210 North 191st Street in the Avenue One development as “Coming Soon.” The 13,500 sq. ft. store will be located near 192nd & Burke Street. The grocery chain also operates a store at One Pacific Place. An opening date has not been announced.

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Council Bluffs animal shelter strained again, this time by rising cost of living pressures

COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA. — Months after the Midlands Humane Society reached 100% kennel capacity, the shelter says it is facing a new challenge straining its resources once again — the rising cost of living. In September, MHS staff cited multiple reasons for being at full capacity, including a...

Council Bluffs, IA · 18h

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Half A Million Holiday Lights Return To This Nebraska Garden Every December Evening

A 20-foot Christmas tree stands in one Nebraska garden, and it’s built entirely from living poinsettias. Hundreds of plants stack up to form it, red leaves and all. That alone feels like a reason to grab your coat. The tree is only the centerpiece, though. More than two dozen...