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Lawmakers Debate: What Age Can Students Drop Out of School
Updated: Wednesday, February 22 2012 6:03 PM EST2012-02-22 23:03:18 GMT
Currently in Nebraska at 16 years old, with parental approval, students can drop out of school.More >>
Chris Christie to Warren Buffett: Just 'Shut Up'
During a discussion with CNN's Piers Morgan about tax rates, Christie made it known that he's just about had it with Buffett, the world-famous investor who lent his name to a proposed tax hike on the rich.More >>
7-Year-Old Shot While Playing Outside
OMAHA (KPTM)- Omaha police a 7-year-old was shot Wednesday morning while playing outside of their home. Officers say several witnesses called police just before 8:00 after hearing several gunshots. PoliceMore >>
Don't Get Scammed When Buying a Car
Nicole EbatOMAHA(KPTM)--An Omaha man bought a car from someone he knew, but he made the cardinal mistake--he didn't ask for the title right away. He's been paying for it ever since.More >>
New Ralston Fire Chief Appointed
Ralston City Council members officially approved the new Ralston Volunteer Fire Department Fire Chief Tuesday night.More >>
KVC Calls It Quits on State Child Welfare Services
Nebraska's leading private sector provider of services to foster children and families in crisis is calling quits on its contract with the state.More >>
Common Sense vs Complicated: Groups Debate the Nebraska Photo ID Bill
Nebraska could soon be the latest state requiring you to show a government issued photo ID when you go vote. The Nebraska legislature is talking about a bill making thatMore >>
Gravedigger Digs Up More Than Dirt
A worker at the Hamburg Cemetery in Hamburg, Iowa found a set of bones when he was digging a new grave, according to the Fremont County Sheriff's Office.The gravediggerMore >>
Feds: Nebraska Farms Fewer in Number But Bigger
The federal government reports the number of farms in Nebraska is down but those farms, on the average, are bigger.More >>
No Photo ID Could Silence Vote
Maureen WurtzOMAHA (KPTM)- Elections are coming up fast and while most people know who they are voting for, the big question is will they have to take an extra step to cast their vote.Nebraska State lawmakersMore >>
Congressional Race Heats Up and Kicks Off
Maureen WurtzOMAHA (KPTM)- Congressman Lee Terry kicked off his re-election campaign Sunday. Dozens of people came out to support Terry.As he met with votes, he shared more than just a handshake, butMore >>
Shooting in Downtown Omaha Leaves One Dead
(OMAHA) KPTM- UPDATE: A victim has been identified in a shooting in downtown Omaha Saturday morning. Matthew Voss, 34, of Omaha was pronounced dead this afternoon. This is the sixth homicide of 2012. PoliceMore >>
Iowa Students Leap for Heart Disease Research
Ten thousand dollars. That's how much money 150 Omaha students raised for heart disease research.More >>
Stadium Upgrades for Council Bluffs
Updated: Tuesday, February 14 2012 10:02 PM EST2012-02-15 03:02:00 GMT
Council Bluffs school board approved a $686,000 renovation plan for the Council Bluffs football and track stadium.More >>
Midland Youth of the Year Has Reason to Cheer
Clark Young, Maureen Wurtz OMAHA (KTPM)- An Omaha teenager has overcome more obstacles than most of her peers. For that, she's getting a prestigious recognition. Her courage is being recognized acrossMore >>
Judge Sentences Omaha Teen in Sexual Assault Case
An Omaha teen convicted of sexually assaulting two children, a brother and sister, is on indefinite probation and must undergo sex offender counseling.More >>
Snow Storm Good News for Plow Drivers
A mix of rain and snow are coming after midnight Friday with three to five inches sticking on the ground. Even more is possible during the day on Saturday.More >>
Men Break Into Cars, Bring Neighborhood Together
A Bellevue neighborhood pulled together within hours after a crime spree hit their neighborhood. The city's police chief and mayor showed up to help teach safety.More >>
Tanning Salons Getting Burned on Sales Tax
Updated: Wednesday, February 1 2012 9:32 PM EST2012-02-02 02:32:41 GMT
For decades, tanning salon companies in Nebraska have had to pay a state sales tax. That tax has now climbed to 7%.More >>
Potentially Dangerous Dog Fees Could be Waived
Maureen Wurtz OMAHA (KPTM)- The city of Omaha keeps a list of possible dangerous dogs. If you own one of them, you have to do special training and carry extra insurance. Owners can pay a 200-dollarMore >>
Omaha Domestic Violence Programs Get Boost with Federal Grant
Nicole EbatOMAHA(KPTM)-- Domestic violence programs in Omaha are about to get a big boost.The Omaha City Council voted unanimously today to grant more than half a million dollars to various domestic violence programs.
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Spaghetti Feed Shows Support for Sarpy Co. Deputies
OMAHA (KPTM) - The Sarpy County Sheriff's Office Fraternal Order of Police held a fundraiser on Sunday to support the families of two of its members.More >>
Deadly Rollover Crash Crunches I-480 Commute
A deadly rollover crash on eastbound Interstate 480 tied up the drive home for Iowans Friday evening.More >>
Rapist Caught in Wisconsin After 15 Years
An Omaha man on the run for 15 years was arrested in Green Bay, Wisconsin Thursday morning.More >>
Major Omaha Drug Ring Busted
Nicole EbatOMAHA(KPTM)--A 36 hour sweep of the city busted a major Omaha drug ring, resulting in 11 arrests and the FBI says it's still looking for four more people.More >>
Gunfire Returns to “Safe” Neighborhood; Father Killed.
A shooting Tuesday night claimed the life of 30-year-old Lynell Green.More >>
Tyson Recalls Ground Beef
Tyson Fresh Meats is recalling approximately 40,948 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli.
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Hard Farewell; Soldier Headed Back to Afghanistan
Only a few weeks ago, soldiers returned from Afghanistan for the holidays. On Sunday they headed back to the fight. Families had a hard time saying good-bye to their soldiers, like Specialist Tyler Clark.More >>
Kansas Fires Turner Gill
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas fired head coach Turner Gill on Sunday after two losing seasons and with three years remaining on a contract that still owes him about $6 million.The school announced the moveMore >>
Omaha Police Investigating Midtown Death
Omaha police officers and homicide detectives are investigating a death in midtown.More >>
State Closes Mid-City Bank
Mid-City Bank in Omaha is the latest US bank to be shut down this year.More >>
Mike Huckabee in Omaha
Maureen Wurtz OMAHA (KPTM)- Former Governor of Arkansas and 2008 Republican Presidential candidate Mike Huckabee was in town Tuesday. Since his second place finish to John McCain in 2008, Huckabee hasMore >>
Weather Closings and Cancellations
Church Closings, Snow Emergencies and Weather ClosingsMore >>

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