Our best Omaha staff photos & videos of July 2026

Flood confident housing bill, built on Nebraskans' input, will become law with or without Trump

Local housing leaders celebrated a milestone Tuesday and discussed how federal legislation can help communities expand housing opportunities across the Omaha area.

Bail set at $1 million for man accused of assault, shooting outside Florence bar

A 41-year-old man has been charged with nine felonies stemming from a dispute and shooting at a bar before midnight Friday.

How to avoid explosive diarrhea parasite; no Nebraska cases yet linked to outbreak

None of the 23 cases of cyclosporiasis so far have been linked to a national outbreak of the illness, and most were acquired internationally. But state health officials are working to determine the origins of a small number of domestic infections.

Stadium at Omaha North to be named for retired Principal Gene Haynes

Omaha North High's stadium will be named after retired Principal Gene Haynes, a longtime advocate of the project.

Omaha City Council passes $15 youth minimum wage, above state baseline

Approval of the ordinance may set the stage for a potential legal challenge from the state. Omaha's city attorney said he has already briefed outside attorneys.

Former Mayor Jean Stothert honored with commemorative street naming

Former Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert was among four Omahans recognized this week for contributions to the community by having streets named in their honor.

New law aims to speed up natural disaster relief for Nebraska farmers and ranchers

Through the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, agricultural producers will see expedited aid.

Does Gov. Jim Pillen have authority to cut 5% from all state agencies without Legislature?

A memo from Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen calling for a spending cut of 5% or more across all state agencies has raised questions about the limits of his authority.

Man dies, woman arrested in west Omaha SUV and motorcycle crash

A 38-year-old man died after a 31-year-old woman allegedly failed to yield and the man’s motorcycle crashed into her SUV early Thursday in west Omaha.

Omaha police identify man killed in Sunday crash on Blair High Road

The Omaha Police Department has identified the 54-year-old man who died Sunday after a car crash at 90th Street and Blair High Road.

Gov. Jim Pillen sees path for Nebraska to tackle 'property tax crisis' in 2027

Gov. Jim Pillen discusses his plans to address public concerns about Nebraska's property taxes, but he needs to win reelection first.

Amazon offers sneak peek at Omaha-area drone delivery

Omaha will become the 11th U.S. location to launch Prime Air, allowing residents near Amazon's Papillion fulfillment center to get some deliveries within two hours of ordering — by drone.

State disciplines Omaha hospice nurses for mishandling meds

One nurse who was disciplined pushed back on the Nebraska Attorney General Office's findings.

Business report details job losses in Nebraska food processing

While most of Nebraska's manufacturing job losses were in food processing, it's a particularly important sector for the state, with its vast acres of corn and soybeans and livestock production.

Red Cross, Nebraska blood bank declare emergencies, seek donors

Both the American Red Cross and the Nebraska Community Blood Bank have declared blood emergencies and are asking donors to schedule appointments as soon as possible.