Black Lives Matter Plaza's end — like its beginning — is a barometer of the times
BLM Plaza became a magnet point for years of political activism. Hundreds of protests started, ended or rallied there.
Don't just drop your new plants in the hard Nebraska clay; the soil needs some prep work
In a few weeks, gardeners across Nebraska will start planting. Make sure your soil is ready, so those new arrivals will ...
Help sought for Omaha nonprofits during Do Good Days: Short Takes
SHARE Omaha is continuing its mission to grow support of local nonprofits with Do Good Days from April 23 to 26.
Nebraska defense embracing 'position-less mindset' to boost pass-rush production
Matt Rhule on Saturday made clear the Huskers will get after QBs with whatever personnel necessary. “The four best rushers are going to be out there." ...
How Trump's latest tariffs could affect your wallet
The sweeping new tariffs, coming on top of previous levies and retaliation worldwide, are expected to increase prices for everyday items.
Brandeis was a big name in Omaha for over a century
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2 Omaha-area school districts will switch to widely used grading scale this fall
Two Omaha-area school districts are switching to a grading scale this fall that district leaders say will benefit students’ GPAs and make dual-enrollment grading simpler.
From the Pulpit: Omaha metro area faith leaders discuss God's grace, Iman in Allah
"At one time, I did have those kinds of doubt about my standing with God. I had tried to be a good person, but I did wonder if I had ...
Five years later: A look back at the beginning of COVID-19 in Nebraska
To recognize the five-year anniversary of COVID in Nebraska, the Omaha World-Herald has compiled images of what life was like during the early days of the pandemic.
Photos: 5 Years Later: A look at the first year of COVID-19 in Nebraska
Take a look through the lens of World-Herald photographers as they covered the beginnings of the Coronavirus pandemic in ...
Anger against Trump is forecast to cost the US international visitors
At the start of 2025, Tourism Economics predicted a boom for international travel to the U.S., with visits up 9% from 2024.
Opinion
Midlands Voices: Nebraska's 'sin tax' proposal would be robbing from the poor to give to the rich
"These 'sin taxes' are often justified as a means to promote healthier lifestyles, but let's be honest: they're a cash grab, plain and simple," Bob Sloup says.