Government

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Omaha firefighters could soon have their first new contract since 2007 after negotiators reached a tentative deal.

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Omaha Mayor Jim Suttle is asking state officials to keep inmates convicted of violent or gang-related crimes from getting a chance at furlough programs.

Redistricting eliminated Iowa’s 5th Congressional District, and changes to districts 3 and 4.

LINCOLN--Nebraska lawmakers are putting more focus on needs of the 19-year-olds aging out of the foster care system. 

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Child advocates are asking Nebraska lawmakers to extend state services to youths who are pushed out of foster care because of age limits.