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Do Space brings back its Summer Passport Program

By • Jun 12, 2018

Do Space is offering a Summer Passport Program for the second year in a row.  Jessica Johnson, Director of Community Learning at Do Space, says putting the program together was a bit of a challenge.

Samantha Pollard discusses missing types campaign of the " meric n Red Cr ss" with Mike Hogan

By Mike Hogan • Jun 11, 2018

The American Red Cross has unveiled the Missing Types campaign to encourage new blood donors.  As part of the campaign, the letters A, B, and O (letters used to identify blood types) are disappearing from corporate logos, favorite brands, and frequently visited websites.  Omaha Red Cross' Samantha Pollard stops by the KIOS studios to discuss the campaign kick off and the importance of donating blood.

Manufacturing expected to help drive Nebraska economy

By • Jun 11, 2018

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — An economic forecast predicts Nebraska farm income will drop nearly 7 percent this year before rebounding in 2019 and 2020.

Backers optimistic Medicaid plan will make Nebraska ballot

By • Jun 11, 2018

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Organizers of a petition drive to expand Medicaid in Nebraska say they are making progress toward placing the issue on the November general election ballot, thanks in part to a national group that successfully championed a similar effort in Maine last year.

Summer Fun Safety Tips

By • Jun 11, 2018

Many times, safety is the last thing you want to think about before engaging in a fun activity or day trip but it is important.

"Floating Artist Project's" Jordan Concannon Chats with Mike Hogan on Morning Edition

By Mike Hogan • Jun 8, 2018

After spending several serene hours in the floats of Blue Ocean Floats (www.BlueOceanFloats.com), more than one hundred artists then created works which will be displayed this weekend.  Blue Ocean Floats owner Jordan Concannon stops by the KIOS studios for a chat with Mike Hogan about tis artistic display.  More information on the event can be found at https://www.facebook.com/InspirationsofWater/.

UNO's Aim for the Stars Science & Math Camp Attracts Kids from Near and Far

By • Jun 8, 2018

UNO’s Aim for the Stars Science & Math Camp is observing its 20th year this summer. 

United Way of the Midlands Shares Plans for Donors' Contributions

By • Jun 7, 2018

The United Way of the Midlands has recently announced its community investments for the 2018-2020 cycle. 

Tips for Better Hearing

By • Jun 6, 2018

Hearing loss affects more than 48 million people nationwide. 

Camille Metoyer Moten Discusses The Weekend's Show with Mike Hogan

By Mike Hogan • Jun 5, 2018

On June 9th and 10th, Omaha Community Playhouse's Howard Dew Theatre is hosting "The Camille Metoyer Moten Songbook."  Camille stops by the KIOS-FM studios to chat about the show, the band, and singing with Mike Hogan.  More information can be found at www.OmahaPlayhouse.com. 

Man sentenced to 160 to 200 years in Omaha cold-case rapes

By • Jun 5, 2018

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A Nebraska prison inmate that DNA tests linked to four Omaha rapes more than a decade ago has been sentenced to 160 to 200 years in prison.

Woman gets 6-month sentence in federal tax fraud case

By • Jun 5, 2018

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — An Omaha woman has been sentenced to six months behind bars for conspiracy in a tax fraud case.

Heartland 2050: "Everyone Prospers" event set for Wednesday

By • Jun 5, 2018

“Everyone Prospers: The Path to Equity” is an event being co-hosted by the United Way of the Midlands and the Metropolitan Area Planning Agency this Wednesday at UNO’s Milo Bail Student Center.

OSAF VP, Liz Kerrigan, joins Mike Hogan "Live & Local" on Morning Edition

By Mike Hogan • Jun 4, 2018

Liz Kerrigan, board VP of the Omaha Summer Arts Festival stops by the KIOS studios to chat about this weekend's festival happenings.  More information is available at www.SummerArts.org.

Fremont mayor fined for not disclosing business interests

By • Jun 4, 2018

FREMONT, Neb. (AP) — The mayor of Fremont has been fined $2,250 for failing to properly disclose his business' interests in certain contracts with the city.

Lincoln detox program may lose funding, state license

By • Jun 4, 2018

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A decades-old detox program in Lincoln could be forced to close if it loses its funding and state license for locking intoxicated people in rooms.

Solar energy farms gaining traction in Nebraska

By • Jun 4, 2018

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Solar energy is gaining traction in Nebraska as a growing number of cities adopt the technology, and state officials are looking for ways to help it along.

Omaha Summer Arts Festival is this weekend

By • Jun 4, 2018

This weekend the Omaha Summer Arts Festival returns to the Gene Leahy Mall.

40 years overdue, books returned to university library

By • Jun 1, 2018

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Two books about witchcraft and one about Jack the Ripper have been returned to the University of Nebraska at Omaha library — 40 years overdue.

Riverfront revitalization ideas floated in Council Bluffs

By • Jun 1, 2018

COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (AP) — Concepts for a riverfront revitalization plan in Council Bluffs include an elevated walkway through the trees, a pavilion with a rooftop restaurant and a marina.

We May See A Downturn in Gas Prices Soon

By • Jun 1, 2018

It is hard not to notice that gas prices have risen recently. 

Jim Meier Joins Mike Hogan to Discuss the "Run for the Fallen" Event

By Mike Hogan • May 31, 2018

Jim Meier, Director of Honor and Remember-Nebraska Chapter, stops by the KIOS-FM studios to chat about the organization and the 5 month, 6,000 mile run to honor our fallen soldiers.  More information is available at https://www.facebook.com/HonorAndRememberNebraskaChapter/

Director of Creighton's Asian World Center Talks About U.S. - North Korean Summit

By • May 31, 2018

Nebraska Children's Home to Celebrate 125th Anniversary

By • May 31, 2018

The Nebraska Children’s Home Society will celebrate its 125th anniversary on Saturday, June 9th at 5:30 at the Embassy Suites Conference Center.

Nebraska joins Iowa to challenge approval of tribal casino

By • May 31, 2018

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska is joining Iowa and the city of Council Bluffs in a lawsuit to challenge the federal government's approval of a tribal casino near Omaha.

Researchers at UNMC studying Cholangiocarcinoma

By • May 31, 2018

Cholangiocarcinoma is a cancer of the bile ducts that extends from the liver to the small intestine. 

"Singin' In The Rain" Leading Lady “Live and Local" on Morning Edition

By Mike Hogan • May 30, 2018

Tayler Plank is the leading lady in Omaha Community Playhouse's latest offering, "Singin' in the Rain."  She joins Mike Hogan at the KIOS studios to chat about the production, strong women characters, and her favorite song in the show.  More information is available at www.OmahaPlayhouse.com.

Keystone XL developer showers Nebraska with campaign cash

By • May 30, 2018

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — The developer of the Keystone XL pipeline is showering Nebraska public officials with campaign cash as it fights for regulatory approval in a state that is one of the last lines of resistance for the $8 billion project.

More than 600 treated by Nebraska mental health initiative

By • May 30, 2018

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — More than 600 Nebraska youths have received treatment through a new state initiative designed to help those who struggle with emotional and mental-health problems.

Career Center staff and faculty talk to student Eleanor Dunning

By • May 30, 2018

Today, Omaha North High student Eleanor Dunning talks to students and staff about the OPS Career Center…

  

  

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