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ESPN's expanded Omaha presence for the CWS will be back next year: Ben Doody's media notes

ESPN's expanded Omaha presence for the CWS will be back next year: Ben Doody's media notes

  • Ben Doody

ESPN's expanded Omaha presence for the College World Series — including a live studio show from the left-center-field concourse at Schwab Field — will be back next year.

Dodge County sheriff pleads guilty to wire fraud over $45K in fraternal funds

Dodge County sheriff pleads guilty to wire fraud over $45K in fraternal funds

  • Andrew Smith

Dodge County Sheriff Dustin Weitzel has pleaded guilty to wire fraud after allegedly transferring $45,500 from Dodge County Fraternal Order of Police bank accounts. 

Thunderstorms, showers possible in Omaha before extreme heat returns

Thunderstorms, showers possible in Omaha before extreme heat returns

  • Kevin Cole

Thunderstorm chances return this week in eastern Nebraska along with a prolonged period of extreme heat beginning Saturday.

Top-100 prospect Khalil Taylor commits to Nebraska football's 2027 class

Top-100 prospect Khalil Taylor commits to Nebraska football's 2027 class

  • Sam McKewon

Nebraska football concluded its strong month of June recruiting with a post-Fourth of July holiday bang of a commit. 

Two sentenced to federal prison in Omaha hotel sex trafficking case

Two sentenced to federal prison in Omaha hotel sex trafficking case

  • Dan Crisler

The two people participated in a sex trafficking operation involving two victims who were female minors. The operation took place at an Omaha hotel.

The ultimate team-up: State's top 2027 recruit chooses Huskers and her basketball idol

The ultimate team-up: State's top 2027 recruit chooses Huskers and her basketball idol

  • Mike Patterson

Papillion-La Vista South's 6-foot-3 four-star center Addison Medeck, Nebraska's top 2027 recruit, verbally committed to the Huskers after choosing NU over ten other Division I offers.

McKewon: In Big Ten full of elite QBs, Anthony Colandrea needs to stay on right side of 'toxic'

McKewon: In Big Ten full of elite QBs, Anthony Colandrea needs to stay on right side of 'toxic'

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While Nebraska needs Anthony Colandrea to avoid big mistakes, writes Sam McKewon, his penchant for big plays can help the Huskers win a "toxic" category.

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Omaha woman, 30, charged in fatal May crash in Sarpy County

Omaha woman, 30, charged in fatal May crash in Sarpy County

A woman was allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol in a black Infiniti sedan when it collided with a motorcycle on May 23.

Nebraska State Patrol adds K-9 partners Phoenix and RJ for road patrol duty

Nebraska State Patrol adds K-9 partners Phoenix and RJ for road patrol duty

Two K-9 partners have recently completed their Nebraska State Patrol certification and been added to its public service dog unit for road patrol.

Students can now use federal financial aid for four workforce programs at MCC

Students can now use federal financial aid for four workforce programs at MCC

Students can now apply for federal funding for four workforce training programs at Omaha's Metropolitan Community College through a new Pell Grant initiative. 

Omaha neighbors: Obituaries for July 6

Omaha neighbors: Obituaries for July 6

Read through the obituaries published today in Omaha World-Herald.

Photos: 2026 Fourth of July parade in Omaha's Field Club neighborhood

Photos: 2026 Fourth of July parade in Omaha's Field Club neighborhood

See photos from the 2026 Fourth of July parade in Omaha's Field Club neighborhood

Preliminary hearing set for Sarpy County man accused of killing wife

Preliminary hearing set for Sarpy County man accused of killing wife

A preliminary hearing to decide whether a Sarpy County man stands trial for first-degree murder in the death of his wife is scheduled for next month.

Library selects 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' for Omaha Reads 2026

Library selects 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' for Omaha Reads 2026

The Omaha Public Library has selected "Remarkably Bright Creatures" as its featured novel for Omaha Reads 2026. 

Teenage boy dies in ATV collision with car in North Omaha

Teenage boy dies in ATV collision with car in North Omaha

A 16-year-old boy died Saturday night from injuries he received when the ATV he was riding collided with a car in North Omaha intersection. 

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What migrants say happened inside Nebraska's new ICE detention center

What migrants say happened inside Nebraska's new ICE detention center

  • Grace Lewis

Three former detainees describe what it's like inside Nebraska's McCook immigration detention facility.

  • Nebraska ICE detainees describe fear, wildfire smoke and prayer inside McCook detention center
  • McCook ICE detention center below contracted capacity months after opening
  • Appeal filed over dismissal of suit challenging use of McCook Work Ethic Camp as ICE facility

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Get ready to mark America's 250th anniversary

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Trump called FIFA president asking to review USMNT star Folarin Balogun's red card suspension

Trump called FIFA president asking to review USMNT star Folarin Balogun's red card suspension

He played the Trump card! President Trump asked FIFA's president to review the red-card suspension of the US men's team's breakout star – before the organization shockingly announced he coul…

Prep notes: Cannon, Woodard enter national coaching hall of fame

Prep notes: Cannon, Woodard enter national coaching hall of fame

Basketball coaches Tim Cannon and Doug Woodard are Nebraska's newest inductees into the National High School Athletic Coaches Association's hall of fame.

Creighton softball coach tabs former player, a Summit League standout, as assistant coach

Creighton softball coach tabs former player, a Summit League standout, as assistant coach

Creighton softball coach Krista Wood turned to a familiar face to plug a hole in her coaching staff, tabbing South Dakota native Cylie Halvorson as the Bluejays' newest assistant.

Husker Camp Countdown: No. 30 Archie Wilson

Husker Camp Countdown: No. 30 Archie Wilson

Wilson became a popular camp story last year as an Australia native who could kick with both feet and had never played a game of American football. One interview moment — when emotions overtook him as he spoke about missing his family — made international newscasts.

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UNO alumnus Takeaki Ando used English training and a graduate athletic training program in Omaha to launch a career as head athletic trainer for the Space Cowboys.

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How would you respond to these four ethical dilemmas? | The Ethical Life podcast

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What does it mean to love a country with an imperfect past? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 As the nation approaches its 250th birthday, the hosts examine patriotism, historical memory and whether gratitude can coexist with honest reflection.

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🎧 From grocery stores to manufacturing plants, the hosts examine trust, listening and relationship-building as keys to long-term organizational success.

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Rick Steves’ Europe: Bastille Day in Paris

For the ultimate summer party in France, visit over July 14 – Bastille Day, the country's national day. This holiday is celebrated with gusto, all-night parties, picnics, and fireworks. And the fun permeates the country, from tiny towns to Paris.

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Go away with ... Travis Yee

Born in San Francisco and raised in Millbrae, California, and Las Vegas, singer-songwriter Travis Yee now calls Nashville home. “Each place shaped me differently,” said Yee, whose latest singles are “Neon Light Year” and “Prove Em Wrong.” “Growing up in the Bay Area exposed me to a lot of di…

Which shows will lead the Primetime Emmy nominations? | Streamed & Screened podcast

Which shows will lead the Primetime Emmy nominations? | Streamed & Screened podcast

Nominations for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards will be announced on Wednesday, July 8. Which shows will get the most love? 

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