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Semi Crash Blocks Interstate Traffic

An accident trapped a trucker in his cab and leaked diesel fuel on Interstate 80 near L Street Monday night, blocking traffic for several hours.

Published: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:42:28 CST

Police Find Teen Intruder With Pitchfork In Basement

Authorities say a teen with warrants for his arrest in Ralston and La Vista is in custody.

Published: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:18:10 CST

Discrimination Debate Divides City Council

The Omaha City Council said it will debate an anti-discrimination resolution at Tuesday's meeting.

Published: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 07:58:47 CST

Family Talks About Teenager's Crash

On Sunday, Paul Ivey was driving to his uncle's house. But in seconds, Ivey's life changed when he found himself crushed between two trucks near 156th and Harrison streets.

Published: Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:16:01 CST

Half-Naked Woman Found Trapped

A woman was taken to the hospital after two men said they found her trapped in a sewage hole.

Published: Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:13:50 CST

Park Sex Assault: Second Teen Sentenced

A second teenager has been sentenced to sex offender treatment for his role in an incident at Avalon Park last summer.

Published: Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:18:07 CST

Experts: Exercise Boosts Brain Power

Most people think memory loss is something that just happens when they get older, but there are things that can be done at any age to maintain brain power.

Published: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:28:16 CST

Lincoln Man Convicted Of Second Rape

A 32-year-old Lincoln man already serving 70 to 120 years for robbing a convenience store and raping a clerk has been found guilty of another rape.

Published: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:55:08 CST

Carbon Monoxide Forces Beatrice Police Evacuation

Beatrice police officers and department employees have returned to their building after dangerous carbon monoxide was removed.

Published: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:54:39 CST

Meetings Set On MidAmerican Energy Rate Request

State regulators have scheduled a series of public meetings to gather input on MidAmerican Energy's plans to increase electric rates by 3 to 4 percent this year to cover rising costs.

Published: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:23:26 CST

Man Sentenced In Incest Case

A 38-year-year old man convicted of sexual assault and incest in northeast Nebraska's Cedar County has been sentenced to prison.

Published: Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:01:22 CST

Avoca Native Named Marine Corps Spouse Of Year

A woman who is a native of western Iowa has been named the U.S. Marine Corps Spouse of the Year.

Published: Tue, 14 Feb 2012 07:47:57 CST

Creighton Men Drop Out Of Top 25

After a 12-week run, the Creighton Bluejays have dropped out of the top 25 teams in the Associated Press and USA Today/ESPN Coaches polls.

Published: Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:30:45 CST

Cigarettes, Matches Blamed For House Fire

A combination of cigarettes, cigars and matches were blamed for a house fire Saturday afternoon.

Published: Mon, 13 Feb 2012 15:30:05 CST

UNO, N. Dakota To Play Outdoor Hockey Game

The University of Nebraska at Omaha will play an outdoor hockey game at TD Ameritrade Park next season.

Published: Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:14:06 CST

Search Finds 54 UNL Dorm Rooms Infested By Bedbugs

Bedbugs have been found in 54 dorm rooms as the University of Nebraska-Lincoln continues its search for the pests.

Published: Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:04:15 CST