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Omaha identifies suspect in six-hour barricade tied to Von Maur incident
local11 days ago

Omaha identifies suspect in six-hour barricade tied to Von Maur incident

Omaha police identified 40-year-old Raynard Bass as the suspect in a six-hour barricade that began with a Von Maur shoplifting call; after fleeing, Bass hid in a north Omaha home, prompting a shelter-in-place in the neighborhood. SWAT and Crisis Negotiators secured the scene, and K-9 Kano located Bass in a wall; the dog was treated and survived after CPR. Bass was taken into custody with a taser after resisting, and he faces multiple charges including a felony domestic violence warrant, shoplifting and weapons offenses, while residents were unharmed and the investigation continues.

Omaha shelter-in-place as armed suspect barricades in home following mall pursuit
local11 days ago

Omaha shelter-in-place as armed suspect barricades in home following mall pursuit

Omaha police issued a shelter-in-place order as a barricaded, armed suspect fled from a mall incident and took cover in a home near 38th Street and Browne Avenue after a pursuit that included helicopter tracking; two people were seen leaving the residence, and negotiators are attempting a peaceful resolution while area residents are urged to avoid the vicinity.

Omaha Road-Rage Shooting Leaves Victim Hospitalized, Suspect in Custody
crime15 days ago

Omaha Road-Rage Shooting Leaves Victim Hospitalized, Suspect in Custody

Omaha police investigated a shooting reported in traffic near 90th Street and West Center Road, initially described as a road-rage incident. One person was taken to the hospital in serious condition, and another person is in custody. West Center Road was blocked for about two hours with eastbound detours. Investigators are asking for tips from the public via Crimestoppers or the P3 Tips app.

Omaha woman dies in fiery I-80 crash involving three trucks
local25 days ago

Omaha woman dies in fiery I-80 crash involving three trucks

A 62-year-old woman driving a Chevrolet Equinox died after a fiery crash on Interstate 80 near 102nd Street in Omaha when a Kenworth semi changing lanes struck the Equinox, sending it into a concrete barrier where it was hit by a second semi; the Equinox caught fire and she died at CUMC-Bergan Mercy Hospital. The interstate reopened around 3 a.m. as investigators continued to review the sequence of events.

Omaha recalibrates West Center Road signals after fatal DUI crash that killed two children
local1 month ago

Omaha recalibrates West Center Road signals after fatal DUI crash that killed two children

Omaha Public Works changed the signal timing at the 114th Street and West Center Road intersection after a July crash killed two children, making left turns on West Center Road fully protected and removing a flashing yellow left-turn signal; officials will monitor and adjust timing as needed. The crash involved a Subaru turning into an eastbound Chevrolet Malibu, killing 10-year-old Prestin Strassenburg and 5-year-old Zaiden Strassenburg. Driver Tanner Hunt faces two counts of motor vehicle homicide while driving under the influence, having been traveling about 98 mph with a BAC of 0.095. A memorial has been set up at the intersection, and officials urge slower driving and avoiding alcohol.

Omaha crash leaves two siblings dead in suspected DUI incident
local1 month ago

Omaha crash leaves two siblings dead in suspected DUI incident

Omaha police identified 10-year-old Prestin Strassenburg and 5-year-old Zaiden Strassenburg as the victims of a Thursday crash near 114th Street and West Center Road, linked to a suspected drunk driver. Prosecutors say Tanner Hunt was driving about 98 mph just before impact and had a blood alcohol level of .095; the Subaru involved was ripped in half. Hunt faces multiple charges as the investigation continues.

Nebraska frees eight Americans after 6-week hantavirus quarantine tied to Canary Islands cruise
health2 months ago

Nebraska frees eight Americans after 6-week hantavirus quarantine tied to Canary Islands cruise

Eight Americans released from a 42‑day quarantine in Omaha after exposure to a hantavirus outbreak on a Canary Islands cruise, a detention that drew criticism as overreach even as officials said it protected public health. The final eight were freed after authorities, including HHS under Robert F. Kennedy Jr., overrode CDC guidance for self-quarantine; none of the Nebraskan group reportedly contracted the virus, while other evacuees faced fatalities and illnesses on the ship.

Tar Heels' 2006–07 Alumni Return to Omaha for 20-Year Reunion
baseball2 months ago

Tar Heels' 2006–07 Alumni Return to Omaha for 20-Year Reunion

Twenty years after UNC's 2006 and 2007 teams reached the national championship series, Tar Heel alumni return to Omaha for a 20-year reunion as the 2026 UNC squad competes for the title against Oklahoma; the piece highlights UNC's enduring baseball culture—now blending homegrown and transfer players—with former players, coach Mike Fox, and current teammates sharing memories, group texts, and a sense of belonging that spans decades and trips to Omaha.

Tar Heels and Sooners Ready to Crown College World Series Champion
sports2 months ago

Tar Heels and Sooners Ready to Crown College World Series Champion

North Carolina and Oklahoma will duel for the College World Series title in Omaha after each advanced to the finals; UNC swept through the bracket undefeated to reach its first finals since 2007, while Oklahoma rode power hitting and freshman pitching to its second finals appearance in four seasons following dramatic regional comebacks. The best-of-three series starts Saturday at 8 p.m. EDT at Charles Schwab Field, with game two Sunday at 2:30 p.m. and a potential deciding game Monday at 7 p.m. EDT.

Eight-Team MCWS Bracket Sets Omaha Showdown for 2026
sports2 months ago

Eight-Team MCWS Bracket Sets Omaha Showdown for 2026

The article maps the 2026 Men’s College World Series in Omaha, detailing the eight-team field, two-bracket format, and the complete bracket, schedule and scores from the regional and super regional rounds through the MCWS, including recent results such as Georgia’s 2-0 win over Texas (Texas eliminated) on June 16, plus background on the selection process and past champions like LSU (2025) and the series’ long-running Omaha history.

Rodriguez's Cycle Powers Texas in Dramatic MCWS Elimination Win
sports2 months ago

Rodriguez's Cycle Powers Texas in Dramatic MCWS Elimination Win

Outlines the 2026 Men's College World Series bracket, schedule, and scores at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, with eight teams competing through regionals, super regionals, and the MCWS, highlighted by Texas shortstop Adrian Rodriguez hitting for the cycle in a 14-2 elimination win; also includes venue details, dates, and historical context of MCWS in Omaha.