By: Madison Bonin, Reporter OMAHA, Neb. – 4 bills were introduced this session in the Nebraska Unicameral that would directly affect trans gender individuals. Reporter Madison Bonin sat down with Senator Murman to learn his reasoning for bringing these bills to the legislature. LB 371, 574, 575 and 810 are the newest pieces of legislature
By: Danny Bolanos, Reporter OMAHA, Neb. – The Polar plunge is an annual event that encourages participants to support the Nebraska Special Olympics Team by plunging into an ice-cold lake in the middle of winter. Special Olympic Team member JD Mossberg says this is a great event to bring recognition to the special Olympics team.
By: Maret Elgren, Reporter OMAHA, Neb. – In the winter, hockey dominates the Omaha sports scene. But at the end of each January, the dance team that can often be seen cheering on the sidelines of Baxter Arena makes its way to Orlando, Florida, to take center stage at the Universal Dance Association National Championships.
By: Josue Garcia, Reporter OMAHA, Neb. – Omaha Public Schools moves forward with the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Methodist Hospital, and Project Harmony to add the districts’ first ever school-based clinic in Benson High School. College and Career Specialist Angela Johanek says the $6 million facelift will be a shared space between medical professionals
By: Geiler Damian, Reporter OMAHA, Neb. – As Winter begins to fade away, a new high school soccer season is visible on the horizon. The Gretna Dragons, commanded by head coach Tyler Ortlieb, had a fantastic season last year. With an overall of 20-2, Gretna was crowned as state champions after a record 8-nil victory
By: Faith Staskiewicz, Reporter OMAHA, Neb. – The National Student Loan Data System says the U.S. has reached over $1.76 trillion in debt as of 2022. As the number grows, so does the burden of the people that carry it. Nerd Wallet says the average amount of debt for a Bachelor’s degree in the U.S.
By: Mitchell Cutcher, Reporter OMAHA, Neb. – The Men’s Basketball team at Omaha has a unique roster composition given the fact that the roster only carries one senior, and a total of five upperclassmen. The only senior on the roster, Kyle Luedtke, has been a leader for the Mavericks this season. It is no secret
By: Lindsay Tague, Reporter OMAHA, Neb. – Omaha’s Durham Museum offers what they say to be a fascinating look at the history of our region. February is Black History Month, so the Museum wanted to celebrate with showcasing the Descendants of DeWitty Exhibit. An archival photo exhibition that shows the history of the DeWitty Tribe.
By: Jamie Harvey, Reporter OMAHA, Neb. – Elizabeth Brohaugh sprained her ankle on her wedding day. Not about to let an injury get in the way of marrying the man she loved, she kept on getting ready for her big day. That’s when she was “helpfully” approached by an acquaintance from her congregation. Brohaugh said
By: Zachary Hill, Reporter OMAHA, Neb.- A craft brewery is an independently owned beer brewing establishment that is known for its creativity and innovation in the industry. According to the latest study, in 2021, craft brews marked a quarter of the U.S. beer market. Omaha Beer Week is one way the community gets together to