Will Bauer, Omaha World-Herald

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Husker notes: Scott Frost open to playing bowl game if Nebraska beats Rutgers

Scott Frost said he’s open, to some degree, to a bowl game should Nebraska defeat Rutgers on Friday. → Read More

Over 100 people attend 'Pray On MLK' vigil in North Omaha

Organizers estimate about 100 people attended the “Pray On MLK," a two-hour nationwide prayer and worship protest. → Read More

Father arrested on suspicion of shooting his 16-year-old son in Cass County

A Cass County deputy responded to a disturbance Monday morning. After de-escalating the situation, the deputy was called back to the home where the boy had been shot. → Read More

It's a scorcher in Omaha metro; heat advisory in effect Saturday

Omaha is experiencing some of the hottest weather of the summer this weekend. → Read More

'This is only the beginning': 200 Omahans attend Educators for Black Lives rally

The rally was organized by Educators for Black Lives, a Nebraska group that targets inequality and racism in schools. → Read More

Fireworks injuries bring about 60 to Omaha-area hospitals

Burns and eye injuries from fireworks were common, Omaha hospital officials said. One man severely injured his hand when he re-lit what he thought was a dud firework. → Read More

Fire near 180th and Grand severely damages house still under construction

Pictures from social media show parts of the house charred and burned down to the frame. The fire was reported at about 5:30 a.m. Saturday. → Read More

Exeter man suffers serious firework injuries at Branched Oak Recreation Area

Around 10:20 p.m. Friday, a 34-year-old man attempted to discharge a mortar-style firework while holding it near his chest, which injured his chest, arms and hands. → Read More

50th and G Street COVID-19 test site temporarily closes

Until new testing materials are obtained, the Douglas County Health Department said the 50th and G Street testing site will remain closed. → Read More

COVID-19 test site at 50th and G temporarily closes

Until new testing materials are obtained, the Douglas County Health Department said the 50th and G Streets testing site will remain closed. → Read More

Here's where you can see Fourth of July fireworks in Omaha

The Omaha Convention and Visitors Bureau could only confirm a single fireworks show: the Independence Fireworks Spectacular at Werner Park on July 3. → Read More

Most metro-area fireworks shows canceled; Werner Park event is set for July 3

The Omaha Convention and Visitors Bureau could only confirm a single fireworks show: the Independence Fireworks Spectacular at Werner Park on July 3. → Read More

Nebraska State Penitentiary inmate tests positive for COVID-19

Eight inmates at Department of Correctional Services facilities have now tested positive for the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. → Read More

La Vista plans 'Summer 2.0' for 60th anniversary events

Events include a summer scavenger hunt and free family photos in late June, along with a La Vistan online cookbook and a Santa Summer Sleigh Ride in July. → Read More

Early-morning shooting near 12th and Davenport leaves one dead; Bellevue officer involved

Police are investigating a shooting near near 12th and Davenport Streets, which left one person dead. A Bellevue police officer working off-duty allegedly shot and wounded the suspect. → Read More

Another Douglas County resident dies of COVID-19

The Douglas County Health Department announced Saturday that a man over the age of 75 died from a COVID-19 related illness, pushing the total in Douglas County to 58 deaths → Read More

Early-morning shooting near 12th and Davenport leaves one dead

Police are investigating a shooting near near 12th and Davenport Streets, which left one person dead. → Read More

Omahans remember D-Day as bells ring across the city

Church bells rang Saturday across Omaha and near Omaha Beach in Normandy, France, as the ringing marked a remembrance of D-Day on its 76th anniversary. → Read More

First Omaha Farmers Market of the year attracts hundreds

In a normal year, Saturday’s farmers market would have been the sixth market of the year, as the Omaha Farmers Market would have started the first weekend of May. → Read More

First Omaha Farmers Market of the year attracts thousands

In a normal year, Saturday’s farmers market would have been the sixth market of the year, as the Omaha Farmers Market would have started the first weekend of May. → Read More