6 News staff reports
Omaha, Neb.
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Nebraska State Sen. Mike Flood formally submitted his resignation Monday so he can begin his new job as Congressman.
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Monumental change at the Nebraska Republican Party’s state convention in Kearney Saturday.
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The office of Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts issued a brief statement Wednesday morning informing the public that he and First Lady Susanne Shore have tested positive for COVID-19.
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As thick black smoke billowed above the fire, officials were recommending residents nearby evacuate.
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No one was reported to be inside the building. No injuries were reported.
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The Fremont community is mourning the loss of a recent graduate.
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Officials say the Nebraska football program violated rules for countable coaches.
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Trump’s rally was in support of Nebraska gubernatorial candidate Charles Herbster.
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A water ride at Adventureland Park will not reopen for the 2022 season after it closed last year following a fatal accident.
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Bond was set for 10% of $1 million Thursday for the man Omaha Police say killed two women, one of them pregnant, when he crashed into their vehicle late Thursday traveling faster than 100 miles per hour while driving drunk.
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Nebraska’s 1st Congressional District is available as Rep. Jeff Fortenberry resigned after being convicted of lying to the FBI.
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The Douglas County Department of Corrections remembers Sara Zimmerman, one of the victims who died in a crash Thursday night.
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A bill to change Iowa’s fireworks law is on the way to Gov. Reynolds’ desk.
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Nebraska First Congressional District voters will be participating in three elections this year.
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Several snowplows receive new names from elementary school students.
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The Nebraska Legislature moves forward on a bill to make Daylight Savings Time permanent.
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Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Madison County overnight allowing state resources to be used to assist with response and recovery efforts.
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Former North Platte State Sen. Mike Groene is under investigation by the Nebraska State Patrol.
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Gov. Pete Ricketts announced Friday evening that State Sen. Mike Groene is resigning his position.
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The University of Nebraska Board of Regents on Friday unanimously approved ending the ban on the sale of alcohol at Nebraska athletic events.
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The Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium announces first public viewing for its new elephant calves.
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The state asked for an immediate hearing in Douglas County District Court.
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A man described as heavily armed was pulled over in Cass County, Iowa, last week while on his way to the White House, according to a report from NBC News.