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Scott Henderson is General Partner of NMotion powered by gener8tor.For information, and to apply to the NMotion Fall 2025 Accelerator Program, click here.ALSO…* Nebraska Regent, Deputy Douglas County Attorney Elizabeth O’Connor facing DUI charge - from KETV* Nebraska auditor targets probation services, questions ‘millions’ in state payments - from Nebraska Examiner* Omaha Fashion Week and designer issue joint statement on garment with alleged hate symbol - from Omaha World-Herald

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Denise Powell is running for Congress in Nebraska’s Second District. For more information about her campaign, click here. ALSO…* Three people critically hurt in North Omaha shooting - from KETV* New directors aim to increase inclusivity, community at Omaha Playhouse: ‘Whose story is it to tell’ - from Omaha World-Herald* Fun for the whole family: New inclusive playground opens at Lake Zorinsky - from KMTV

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“$60 million project includes adventure tower, treetop walk near Bob Kerrey bridge in Council Bluffs,” reports KMTVALSO…* ‘Definitely will remember him’: Dozens gather in honor of 22-year-old Omaha man - from KETV* Trouble in paradise for Omaha family following tsunami - from WOWT* Community steps up to support family impacted by tragic biofuel plant explosion - from KMTV

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“DOGE-Pilled: Why DOGE’s Luke Farritor followed Elon Musk to DC,” reports Bloomberg BusinessweekALSO…* Fremont explosion preceded by environmental groups’ warnings about wood pellet risks - from Omaha World-Herald* Feds say Nebraska GDP shrunk more than 6% in early 2025, led by ag - from Nebraska Examiner* Vandalism forces South Omaha pool to close for the season - from Omaha World-Herald

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“Two-thirds of Nebraskans satisfied with work, survey finds,” reports the University of Nebraska-Lincoln“Chicken N Pickle cancels plans on northwest Omaha location,” reports KMTVALSO…* Nebraska leaders praise Union Pacific merger to create coast-to-coast rail system based in Omaha - from Nebraska Examiner* Man accused of putting federal agent in chokehold pleads not guilty to attempted murder - from KETV* Omaha homeowners left with cleanup bill after law enforcement search - from WOWT

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“Omaha church launches statewide initiative to relieve $2.5 million in medical debt,” reports Nebraska Public MediaFor more information and to join the campaign, click here. ALSO…* ‘Animal safety is everything’: Henry Doorly Zoo shares how their animals beat the heat - from KETV* A look inside the new Papillion Fire Department training facility - from KMTV* ‘Engine 2 was his pride and joy’: Fallen retired firefighter’s wish granted with Engine 2 return - from KETV

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“ICE Took Half Their Work Force. What Do They Do Now?” reports The New York Times ALSO…* Life in prison awaits Omaha man found guilty of first-degree murder - from Omaha World-Herald* Team Ricketts, Republicans won’t let Dan Osborn fly under the radar this time - from Nebraska Examiner* Crossroads music festival goes on despite dangerous heat - from KETV

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“‘There is a lot of interest’: What are ADU’s, and why are they on the rise in Omaha?” reports the Omaha World-HeraldFor more information from the city’s ADU website - including a How-to Guide, Plans and Code - click here. ALSO…* Nebraska is back in a projected deficit of $95 million due to lower tax revenues - from Nebraska Examiner* MCC Board of Governors calls emergency meeting to accept resignation of a board member - from KETV* Omaha Memorial Park rapist returns to school as others wonder about safety - from WOWT

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Headline Hits discussed and rated in this episode (spoilers):Headline #1 StoryHeadline #2 StoryHeadline #3 Story ALSO…* US Dept. of Education investigating UNO over scholarships favoring DACA, minority students - from Omaha World-Herald* Former Omaha state senator announces bid for Douglas County District Court clerk - from Nebraska Examiner* 2 cyclists have died during 2025’s RAGBRAI - from WOWT

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“Tesla opens retro-futuristic diner as Elon Musk hints at more locations,” reports TechCrunch“Nebraska Tesla Cybertruck owner reveals 12-hour delivery process that included having to fly to Colorado”ALSO…* Metropolitan CC board member arrested on warrant after refusing to resign - from Omaha World-Herald* Money starts pouring into Nebraska midterm congressional races - from Nebraska Examiner* Nebraska senators team up with Omaha nonprofit, parents for early childhood care - from KETV

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