Costco Warehouse Store That's Proposed For Northwest Omaha Gets Planning Board Nod

The store is part of a mixed-use development site proposed southeast of Omaha's 180th Street and West Maple Road.

Town Hall Scheduled Wednesday Concerning Transition From Saint Francis Ministries

The meeting in Omaha begins at 6 p.m.

Prairie Preservationists Mourn Loss Of Prairie At Google Data Center Site

In the Omaha area, only about eight virgin prairie plots remain, compared to about 22 in 1980.

Nebraska AG Now Says He'll Explore Whether The State Was A Victim Of Fraud In Saint Francis Contract

The state severed its contract with Saint Francis in December 2021, after it failed to fulfill its obligations to 2,500 foster children.

Creighton University Research Shows Fast-Growing Political Divide Over Childhood Vaccine Policies

COVID-19 “added fuel to the fire,” said Kevin Estep, assistant professor in the Department of Cultural and Social Studies at Creighton.

Council Bluffs Ethanol Plant Fined For Ongoing Excessive Air Pollution

Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy is located just south of Council Bluffs in an industrial area along Interstate Highway 29.

Bacon Slams Stimulus Payments To Prisoners, Citing Numbers From IRS

Prisoner advocates nationally have argued that the additional funds sent to inmates help stabilize their families.

Nebraska Officials React Cooly To Call For Legal Steps In Saint Francis Ministries Case

The state terminated its contract with Saint Francis in December after the organization continued to fail to meet contract requirements.

Kansas Foster Care Provider Criticizes Coverage While Nebraska Lawmaker Asks For Fraud Inquiry

Saint Francis Ministries used to provide services for the Omaha area.

Bacon And Vargas To Debate Twice In October In 2nd Congressional District Race

The dates are Oct. 13 and Oct. 16.

Tim Royers, Sen. Kathleen Kauth Submit Signatures To Get On Ballot In Nebraska District 31

This is expected to ensure that voters in the southwest Omaha district have a Democrat and a Republican to pick from in November.

Nebraska Board Of Pardons Will Hear Earnest Jackson's Case On Sept. 19

Jackson went through two trials and will not be eligible for parole until 2029 — all for a killing that another man has confessed to.

Q&A With Ali Alexander, Organizer Of ‘Stop The Steal' Protests Before Jan. 6

Conservative political activist and provocateur Ali Alexander spoke this weekend at the Nebraska Freedom Festival in Omaha.

Tyson Foods And Habitat For Humanity Omaha Mark One-Year Partnership

The program has helped 30 Tyson employees buy a home.

City Of Omaha: Public Survey Offers Oppo ...

A public survey is now available to gather input on a potential new central public library at 72nd and Dodge.

City Of Omaha: Proposal Adds Checks And ...

The Omaha City Council will consider changing the city ordinance that designates authority during an epidemic or pandemic.

City Of Omaha: Planning Board Approves F ...

The Omaha Planning Board has approved two initial and important steps for development of the modern streetcar and Mutual of Omaha's plan ...

City Of Omaha: Planning Board To Conside ...

The first vote to begin development of a modern streetcar in Omaha will be on the Omaha Planning Board agenda March 2.

City Of Omaha: Nominations Open For Tour ...

As the travel and tourism sector moves towards recovery from the global pandemic, nominations are now open for the Omaha Metropolitan Ar ...

Omaha Mask Mandate Lifted By Douglas Co. Health Director

The temporary indoor mask mandate was enacted Jan. 11 during the COVID surge caused by the omicron variant.

City Of Omaha: Additional Rent Assistanc ...

The City of Omaha will distribute another $50 million in emergency rental assistance.

City Of Omaha: July Date Set For "Celebr ...

The popular summer concert at Memorial Park is scheduled to take place this year on Friday, July 22. The later-than-usual date for the C ...

City Of Omaha: ORBT Hits Passenger Miles ...

ORBT has a new stellar stat! Omaha's first rapid transit line has now provided more than 500,000 rides.

City Of Omaha: Central Library Site Cons ...

A new website provides a look inside a new central Omaha Public Library being considered at 72nd and Dodge.

Omaha, NE received ‘D’ grade for fiscal health

New report released by Truth in Accounting

City Of Omaha: Dr. King Award Recognizes ...

Douglas County and City of Omaha employees accepted the 2022 Martin Luther King, Jr. award at the annual "Aspire to Inspire" ceremony.

Omaha-Area Unemployment Still Low: Latest Data

The Douglas County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

City Of Omaha: Summer Jobs Now Available ...

Omaha Parks and Recreation will hire over 200 seasonal employees this summer, from lifeguards to camp counselors! Open interviews on Tue ...

City Of Omaha: First ARPA Programs To Ad ...

The City of Omaha will begin to distribute millions of dollars available through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Fiscal Recovery Fund.

City Of Omaha: Omaha Police And Fire Rei ...

Omaha police officers, firefighters and paramedics will wear masks beginning immediately, due to increasing absenteeism related to Covid ...

City Of Omaha: Christmas Tree Recycling ...

Christmas tree recycling locations are now open through January 11th.

Omaha-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Figures

The Douglas County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.

City Of Omaha: Holiday Lights Festival F ...

For the 15th consecutive year, Conagra Brands and Conagra Brands Foundation will “Shine the Light on Hunger” through December 31.

City Of Omaha: New Downtown Library To O ...

The first steps to relocate the W. Dale Clark Library to a new downtown location are underway with an opening date planned for fall 2022.

Omaha-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Douglas County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

City Of Omaha: Metro Receives Federal Gr ...

Metro Transit will receive a $1.6 million federal grant to study the 24th Street corridor for potential transit enhancements.

How Reliable Is Your Nebraska Electric Provider?

Extreme weather has made electric reliability a challenge in the U.S. Here is how Nebraska compares.

City Of Omaha: Vaccine Clinics For Young ...

Vaccine clinics for children ages 5-11 will begin Monday, November 8. The Douglas County Health Department has scheduled five clinics at ...

City Of Omaha: Lighting Display Honors V ...

A patriotic display of red, white and blue lights recognizes United States veterans and celebrates the holiday season.

Omaha-Area Unemployment Rate Improves In August: Feds

The Douglas County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the late summer.