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How a Nebraska man became the alleged architect of a plot to kill President Trump

How a Nebraska man became the alleged architect of a plot to kill President Trump

  • Andrew Wegley and Henry J. Cordes Flatwater Free Press

Friends and former classmates say they never expected the charges now facing an Omaha man accused in an alleged plot to kill President Donald Trump.

Thousands celebrate America's 250th across Omaha area with parades and fireworks

Thousands celebrate America's 250th across Omaha area with parades and fireworks

  • Jocelynn Messersmith World-Herald Staff Writer

The 66th annual Ralston Independence Day celebration included two fun-filled days of events featuring a city parade to celebrate America's 250th birthday.

Sights and Sounds: Ralston Independence Day Parade

Sights and Sounds: Ralston Independence Day Parade

    Sights and Sounds from the Ralston Independence Day Parade and the fire department water fights.

    Photos: People participate in the Ralston Independence Day Parade

    Photos: People participate in the Ralston Independence Day Parade

    • Joseph Ciembroniewicz World-Herald Staff Photographer

    People participate in the Ralston Independence Day Parade and watch fire department water fights.

    Nebraska's very own Rosie the Riveter basks in the glow of America 250

    Nebraska's very own Rosie the Riveter basks in the glow of America 250

    • Jocelynn Messersmith World-Herald Staff Writer

    Iris Herse, a 100-year-old original Rosie the Riveter, tells her story and experiences during World War II and how she remains humble after playing a role in American history.

    House fire displaces 5 people in south-central Omaha

    House fire displaces 5 people in south-central Omaha

    • Dan Crisler World-Herald Staff Writer

    A house fire in south-central Omaha on Friday displaced five people.

    Fake emails. Fake ruling. Fake appeals opinion. The real end to lawyer's career.

    Fake emails. Fake ruling. Fake appeals opinion. The real end to lawyer's career.

    • LORI PILGER Lincoln Journal Star

    James Hamilton's acts and omissions constituted violations of his oath of office as an attorney licensed to practice law in Nebraska and violated provisions of the court rules of professional conduct.

    Fake emails. Fake ruling. Fake appeals opinion. The real end to lawyer's career.

    Fake emails. Fake ruling. Fake appeals opinion. The real end to lawyer's career.

      James Hamilton's acts and omissions constituted violations of his oath of office as an attorney licensed to practice law in Nebraska and violated provisions of the court rules of professional conduct.

      Museums and parks fight to preserve America's troubled history 

      Museums and parks fight to preserve America's troubled history 

        A federal appeals court ruled last month that the Trump administration could remove and replace an exhibit about slavery.

        Nebraska's Fourth of July City celebrates America 250 in style

        Nebraska's Fourth of July City celebrates America 250 in style

          Despite a bout of rain early Saturday, thousands flocked to Seward for the city's 158th annual Fourth of July celebration.

          Photos: Seward goes all out for America's 250th birthday

          Photos: Seward goes all out for America's 250th birthday

            Nebraska's Fourth of July City went big for America 250 on Saturday. See our photos here.

            Body of 19-year-old Omaha man recovered from Chalco Hills lake

            Body of 19-year-old Omaha man recovered from Chalco Hills lake

              A 19-year-old Omaha man's body was recovered Saturday days after he drowned in Wehrspann Lake at Chalco Hills Recreation Area.

              South Korean shops turn to robots, self-service to escape labor woes

              South Korean shops turn to robots, self-service to escape labor woes

                Unstaffed coffee shops, ramen eateries and flower outlets are spreading across South Korea as owners turn to robots and self-service to overcome rising labor costs.

                Celebrating America's 250th birthday: The World-Herald's coverage so far

                Celebrating America's 250th birthday: The World-Herald's coverage so far

                  Check out a collection of stories from the Omaha World-Herald celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. Access to stories is free for all over the holiday weekend.

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                  Top Journal Star photos and videos for June 2026

                  Photos: Roca family visits all 50 capitol buildings

                  Photos: Roca family visits all 50 capitol buildings

                  The Honke family of Roca recently completed their epic quest to visit all 50 state capitol buildings before they turned 50. Here's a sampling of their journey.

                  50 Capitols by 50: Roca family completes yearslong quest just in time for America 250

                  50 Capitols by 50: Roca family completes yearslong quest just in time for America 250

                  Matt and Kathy Honke have completed a journey that has taken them to every state capitol before they turn 50. Their final stop was in Richmond, Virginia, on July 1.

                  Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for July 3

                  Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for July 3

                  Read through the obituaries published today in The Lincoln Journal Star.

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                  How a Nebraska man became the alleged architect of a plot to kill President Trump

                  How a Nebraska man became the alleged architect of a plot to kill President Trump

                  Friends and former classmates say they never expected the charges now facing an Omaha man accused in an alleged plot to kill President Donald Trump.

                  Thousands celebrate America's 250th across Omaha area with parades and fireworks

                  Thousands celebrate America's 250th across Omaha area with parades and fireworks

                  The 66th annual Ralston Independence Day celebration included two fun-filled days of events featuring a city parade to celebrate America's 250th birthday.

                  Sights and Sounds: Ralston Independence Day Parade

                  Sights and Sounds: Ralston Independence Day Parade

                  Sights and Sounds from the Ralston Independence Day Parade and the fire department water fights.

                  Photos: People participate in the Ralston Independence Day Parade

                  Photos: People participate in the Ralston Independence Day Parade

                  People participate in the Ralston Independence Day Parade and watch fire department water fights.

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                  City of Lexington hosts music, fireworks and food trucks ahead of Independence Day

                  David Hoffmann is investing millions to preserve local newspapers

                  David Hoffmann is investing millions to preserve local newspapers

                  Russian daredevils unfurl banner atop New York's Empire State Building in proposal stunt

                  Russian daredevils unfurl banner atop New York's Empire State Building in proposal stunt

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                  Get ready to mark America's 250th anniversary

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                  Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                  Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

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                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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                  Kearney youth center scandal snowballs as fourth ex-worker arrested, another sent to jail

                  Kearney youth center scandal snowballs as fourth ex-worker arrested, another sent to jail

                  The most recent employee arrested was accused of sending explicit text messages and videos to a Douglas County youth confined at the Kearney center. She’s now facing six felony charges.

                  Former Husker wrestler AJ Ferrari arrested in North Platte

                  Former Husker wrestler AJ Ferrari arrested in North Platte

                  Former Husker wrestler A.J. Ferrari was arrested early Saturday morning near North Platte after a pursuit that reached 110 mph and a subsequent search.

                  Lexington man charged with three sexual assault felonies

                  Lexington man charged with three sexual assault felonies

                  A 46-year-old Lexington man has been charged with multiple felony charges of first-degree sexual assault of a child.

                  California man arrested after troopers find over 25 pounds of meth

                  California man arrested after troopers find over 25 pounds of meth

                  A California man was arrested Tuesday in Dawson County after state troopers found more than 25 pounds of methamphetamine during a traffic stop.

                  Politics

                  Nebraska told by USDA to remove restrictions on soda, energy drinks for SNAP recipients

                  Nebraska told by USDA to remove restrictions on soda, energy drinks for SNAP recipients

                  Nebraska is in the process of working with retailers to remove its current Healthy Choice Waiver restrictions on soda and energy drinks for food assistance recipient.

                  Gov. Jim Pillen signs Nebraska medical cannabis regulations; advocates call program 'weak'

                  Gov. Jim Pillen signs Nebraska medical cannabis regulations; advocates call program 'weak'

                  Nebraska's regulations for medical cannabis take effect July 6, but advocates say officials set up a program that's "too weak to succeed." Meanwhile, Iowa just expanded access to out-of-state residents.

                  Legal battle over Lincoln's minimum wage ordinance heads to court

                  Legal battle over Lincoln's minimum wage ordinance heads to court

                  Nebraska's Solicitor General said the effects of Lincoln's minimum wage ordinance would "ripple beyond the borders of the city."

                  Nebraska lawmakers weigh in on Trump refusal to renew trade deal with Mexico, Canada

                  Nebraska lawmakers weigh in on Trump refusal to renew trade deal with Mexico, Canada

                  Members of Nebraska's all-Republican congressional delegation stressed the importance of maintaining good trade relations with Mexico and Canada Thursday after the Trump administration declined to extend the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.

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