By Elise Gaines OMAHA, Ne.- Censorship within the media has caused concern across the U.S., particularly local journalists. Late night talk show host, Jimmy Kimmel was recently suspended due to his comments on the recent death of podcaster, Charlie Kirk. The suspension caused an uproar as viewers believed Kimmel’s suspension was an indication of threatening
By Bayleigh Koch COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — Every time Tom BeVirt lights his grill, he still hears his father’s voice — a quiet nudge, a laugh, a reminder to “get to work.” What began as a weekend experiment between father and son has grown into something much bigger: a small business seasoned with memory, grief,
By Katie Gomez OMAHA, Neb. – Omaha is two years into its Vision Zero Action Plan — a citywide initiative that aims to eliminate all traffic-related deaths and serious injuries by 2045. Mayor Jean Stothert formally committed Omaha to the Vision Zero program, joining more than 40 communities across the United States that have adopted
By Myah French OMAHA, Ne.- For the first time, Omaha hosted the Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball Championship, bringing the top volleyball players in the country and passionate fans together for fast-paced, high-energy competition at Liberty First Credit Union Arena in Ralston. Athletes Unlimited, founded in 2021, is a professional women’s volleyball league that flips the
By Peighton Yoakam OMAHA, Neb. — Midtown Crossing turned up the heat last Saturday during its annual Chili Crawl, where residents sampled local recipes, met new people, and celebrated community spirit on a perfect fall afternoon. For Maggie Thomas, general manager of Bloc Fitness, the event was more than a chance to enjoy chili —
By Davion Scott- Bell OMAHA, Neb.- For many people, getting to the orthodontist isn’t as simple as it sounds. Whether it’s not having a vehicle, balancing school and work, or living with mobility challenges, traditional dental care can be hard to access. Smile on the Run, an Omaha-based mobile orthodontic service, is working to change
By Pablo Perez OMAHA, Neb.- After years of struggling with officer shortages, the Omaha Police Department (OPD) is finally seeing new momentum in its recruiting efforts. Applications have nearly tripled in the past year, marking a hopeful shift for a department that’s been operating below full strength. At one point earlier this year, OPD was
By Wyatt Lehr OMAHA, Neb.- Federal cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, are scheduled to take effect in 2026. Here in Omaha, this is raising concerns as levels of food insecurity are already at historic highs. President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” passed on July 4, 2025, will reduce SNAP funding by $186
By Mary Mitzlaff OMAHA, Neb.- It’s no secret that animals can lift our spirits, but research shows they can also improve mental health. Here in Nebraska, where nearly one in five people faces a mental health challenge, therapy dogs are helping bridge the gap. After more than 30 years as a mental health therapist, Holly
By Mare Pritchard OMAHA, Neb.- Over the summer, UNO’s Chancellor JoAnne Li along with Vice Chancellor and Athletic Director Adrian Dowell released a statement that said the university would opt out of the House vs. NCAA settlement. Nicknamed the House Settlement, the lawsuit was brought forth by former ASU swimmer Grant House aiming for the