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Another Fire Blamed On Cigarette In Flower Pot

Investigators say an apartment fire that displaced 35 residents started with a cigarette in a flower pot.

Published: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 12:06:03 CST

OHA Sees Opposition To New Smoking Ban

There will be a new smoking ban inside three Omaha Housing Authority complexes in the spring. Some residents of the units affected by the ban say OHA is taking away their freedom.

Published: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 08:33:45 CST

USS Omaha Among Newest Navy Ships

One of the newest Navy ships will bear the name Omaha.

Published: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:11:06 CST

Woman Faces 93 Animal Neglect Charges

The Sac County Sheriff's Office said a Kiron woman faces animal neglect charges.

Published: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 10:47:16 CST

Man Sought In Norfolk Shooting

Police want to talk to a 34-year-old man about the shooting of a woman in a Norfolk home.

Published: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 10:51:48 CST

Firefighters Help Deliver Baby At Gas Station

On a day when love is celebrated, one little boy couldn't wait to enter the world, giving his parents quite the Valentine's Day gift.

Published: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:10:23 CST

Murder Suspect May Be Wearing Wigs

Authorities are asking for help in finding a homicide suspect.

Published: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:00:37 CST

Couples Find Love After Retirement

Lovers always plan to grow old together, but what if someone grows old without that special someone? Dating services say they are seeing more clients who are looking for romance after retirement.

Published: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 10:34:50 CST

State Changing Health Care Providers

The state of Nebraska is switching health care providers, in a move that will save an estimated $8 million a year.

Published: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:36:00 CST

Fraternity Takes Out Bedbug Insurance

Fearing the costs of combatting bedbugs, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln fraternity is taking out insurance against an infestation.

Published: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 12:08:05 CST

Local UFC Contender To Fight At Civic Auditorium

Wednesday night is huge for Jake Ellenberger. The Millard South High School and University of Nebraska-Omaha product will be part of the main event at the Ultimate Fighting Championship at Civic Auditorium.

Published: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:50:03 CST

Couple Distracts Clerk To Steal Laptop

Surveillance video shows a classic case of diversion so a woman can get away with a laptop.

Published: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:09:27 CST

Creighton Finds Its Groove, Beats Salukis 88-69

The Creighton Bluejays found their groove Tuesday night and ended a three-game losing streak against Southern Illinois.

Published: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 21:28:54 CST

'Diplomacy' Needed In Family Homicide Case

The Douglas County Attorney is seeking extradition for a murder suspect currently living in Brazil.

Published: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 07:50:20 CST

Premature Twins Go Home On Valentine's Day

One couple found they didn't need roses, chocolate or diamonds for Valentine's Day. Their perfect gift came in the form of two mended hearts.

Published: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 08:02:35 CST

Suspected Teen Burglar To Be Tried As Adult

A suspected teenage serial burglar will be prosecuted as an adult.

Published: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:53:33 CST