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Omaha ‘economic scorecard’ sounds alarm, ranks Nebraska’s largest metro 18th among 23 peers
New scorecard ranks Omaha 18th of 23 metros. Leaders call for urgent action to tackle brain drain, job growth gaps and tax burdens.
Three months after Omaha raid: One ICE detention chapter winds down, another heats up
By Cindy Gonzalez, Nebraska Examiner A Nebraska lawmaker sheds tears, vows action after visiting jailed migrants in North Platte North Platte, NE — After three months in ICE detention, legal fees mounting and no release in sight, Nuri Garibo Chona did what she called...
Some Republican-led states resist DOJ demand for private voter data
By Jonathan Shorman, Nebraska Examiner When the U.S. Department of Justice asked Kansas Republican Secretary of State Scott Schwab to turn over a copy of his state’s full voter list, including sensitive personal data, he responded with gratitude for the Trump...
Ewing marks Omaha mayoral milestone, announces celebration of Crawford
By Cindy Gonzalez, Nebraska Examiner Omaha, NE — The City of Omaha on Sept. 27 will celebrate homegrown Terence “Bud” Crawford’s historic weekend victory and undisputed place among boxing’s elite. Mayor John Ewing Jr. announced the coming Crawford-related festivities...
Conversion of McCook facility into ICE detention hub draws overflow hearing, statewide concerns
By Cindy Gonzalez, Nebraska Examiner Nebraska Corrections officials update McCook leaders on plans. McCook, NE — Business has slumped at the Carniceria CB mini market and Mexican restaurant, its owners said, since Gov. Jim Pillen’s announcement last month that...
Nebraska lawmaker’s unannounced visit to McCook prison morphing into ICE jail sparks more questions
By Cindy Gonzalez, Nebraska Examiner State Sen. Margo Juarez of Omaha suggests early release for some inmates over relocation. Pillen confident needs will be met. McCook, NE — Frustrated by a dearth of information coming her way, a Nebraska lawmaker showed up...