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July 30

Midwest biofuels plant explosion, building collapse leaves 3 dead, including 2 children

Three people — a man and his two young daughters — were killed in an explosion at a Nebraska biofuels plant in Fremont, prompting a massive emergency response.

July 18

SkyWest flight diverted after passenger tries to open emergency door, fights with flight attendant: report

A SkyWest flight from Omaha to Detroit was diverted Thursday over an unruly passenger, who is now facing multiple charges following his arrest in Cedar Rapids.

July 9

ICE swoops in on MS-13 kingpin hiding in America's heartland after investigation

ICE agents arrested an alleged MS-13 kingpin on El Salvador's Top 100 Most Wanted list and an associate in Nebraska, both living illegally in the US and considered serious threats.

June 30

Key House GOP moderate Don Bacon won't seek re-election

Nebraska Republican Rep. Don Bacon announces retirement from Congress after representing a swing district since 2017, joining Sen. Thom Tillis in not seeking re-election.

June 23

Venezuelan gang suspect in US illegally allegedly attempts to murder federal agent during arrest

An illegal immigrant and suspected member of Venezuelan gang charged with attempted murder after allegedly placing federal agent in chokehold during traffic stop, facing 20 years in prison.

June 20

Massive identity theft scheme led by illegal immigrants uncovered after raid at meatpacking plant

ICE has uncovered a massive identity theft scheme led by illegal immigrants and possibly tied to organized criminal networks following a workplace raid at a meatpacking plant in Omaha.

June 18

Senators Ricketts, Fetterman unite against China's quiet invasion of US farmland

Senators propose legislation to enhance monitoring of foreign agricultural land purchases as concerns grow about national security risks from Chinese ownership near military bases.

June 15

This Father’s Day, I’m celebrating the two dads in my life

My father, a first responder who rescued me after a traumatic brain injury, showed me that true recovery required faith and a relationship with my heavenly Father.

June 11

ICE officers assaulted during raid that nabbed 70 illegal immigrants at meat plant: DHS

Federal agents detained more than 70 illegal immigrants at an Omaha meat plant, where a Honduran national allegedly brandished a weapon and assaulted officers during the operation.

May 20

Nebraska becomes first state approved to ban soda purchases with food stamps

USDA approves Nebraska's waiver to exclude soda and energy drinks from purchase with food stamps, sparking debate on nutrition and food insecurity solutions.