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More than half the yards in a section of Omaha, Nebraska, near an old lead smelter still show contamination levels that can pose risks to children. Current EPA policy for the Superfund site only requires cleanup when lead concentrations exceed 400 parts per million, even though scientific research shows lower exposures can cause serious health issues like IQ loss and heart attacks.

Daniel Naillieux was saved from a house fire in Omaha, Neb., by his dog, Ellie Rose, who woke him up early in the morning. Realizing they were trapped, Naillieux escaped with Ellie Rose through a window onto the roof and called 911. Although he survived, Naillieux lost everything he owned, and the Saunders County victim assistance program is helping his family recover.

Residents in Omaha, Nebraska, have found inconsistent responses from the city and EPA regarding lead contamination cleanup in their yards, despite tests showing levels exceeding EPA thresholds. Some properties received retesting and cleanup, while others were denied based on EPA rules or location in non-priority zones.

The EPA has labeled its Omaha lead cleanup as successful, but recent tests reveal many yards still exceed lead levels deemed safe. Despite a $273 million cleanup effort since 1999, 1 in 10 remediated yards tested by ProPublica and Flatwater Free Press showed lead above original guidelines, and nearly a quarter met criteria for further study under new Trump-era standards.

Patricia Deacy, 60, is accused of stealing nearly $1 million from her father after gaining power of attorney. Authorities allege she withdrew funds over four months, spending on personal expenses like homes, cars, and vacations, while her father was in a memory care facility and could not explain the transactions.

Patricia Deacy, 60, is accused of stealing nearly $1 million from her father after gaining power of attorney while he was in a memory care facility. Authorities allege she used the funds for personal expenses like homes, cars, and vacations, with $770,000 withdrawn over four months and a total potential misappropriation of $1.4 million.

Patricia Deacy, 60, is accused of stealing nearly $1 million from her father after gaining power of attorney, using funds for personal expenses like homes, cars, and vacations. The father, residing in a memory care facility, claims he did not authorize the withdrawals, which totaled over $1.4 million.

A heat wave affecting 40 million people in central and southern US regions persisted for a second day, with heat indexes exceeding 100°F and some areas facing temperatures up to 120°F. The National Weather Service attributed the extreme weather to a heat dome, prompting health warnings for vulnerable groups and the cancellation of a horse race in Minnesota.

UNESCO added France’s D-Day landing beaches in Normandy and Greece’s Mount Olympus to its World Heritage List, recognizing their historical and cultural significance. The designation includes five beaches, Pointe du Hoc, and sites in Japan and South Sudan, with concerns raised about preservation due to tourism and climate threats.

Warren Buffett announced he will direct his remaining fortune to foundations associated with his children instead of the Gates Foundation, citing their readiness to manage charitable giving. He acknowledged Bill Gates' past association with Jeffrey Epstein as 'distasteful' but emphasized it was not the primary reason for the shift. Gates, who met with Buffett to discuss the decision, expressed appreciation for Buffett's past support of the Gates Foundation.

Nebraska officials confiscated 60 animals, including a zebra, emu, and alpaca, from a home where they were found in deplorable conditions. The Nebraska Humane Society and Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo are involved in their care, with potential misdemeanor charges pending due to violations of wildlife regulations.

Nebraska officials confiscated 60 animals, including a zebra, emu, and alpaca, from a home where they were found in deplorable conditions. The Nebraska Humane Society, which executed a search warrant, reported most animals appeared medically stable but some were emaciated or required immediate care. Pending charges and legal action are expected under state and city regulations prohibiting unauthorized wild animal possession.

Nebraska officials confiscated 60 animals, including a zebra, emu, and alpaca, from a home due to deplorable conditions. The Nebraska Humane Society and Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo are involved in care and legal proceedings, with potential misdemeanor charges pending.

A settlement was reached with Lennox Industries in a wrongful death lawsuit following a house explosion in Omaha that killed three people. The public gas utility was dismissed as a defendant, leaving Thermal Services of Omaha as the sole remaining defendant, with settlement documents expected to be filed in 30 days.

Two 9- and 10-year-old brothers were abducted by armed strangers in Omaha, Nebraska, who threatened to harm them if they didn’t assist in a revenge plot. The suspects, Juantez Ruffin and James Barnes, were arrested after police pulled their vehicle over, and the boys were returned home unharmed but traumatized. Ruffin and Barnes face charges of kidnapping and felony child abuse.

Travis Tierney, a former brain surgeon, plans to plead insanity in a child sexual assault case. He was accused of assaulting a 15-year-old in Omaha and had his bail money stripped after violating travel restrictions. A court previously found him competent for trial, but his attorney now argues insanity.

Travis Tierney, a former brain surgeon accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old in Omaha, plans to plead insanity. After being found competent for trial, psychiatrists will assess whether he was legally insane at the time of the alleged crimes. Tierney was stripped of bail money and detained after violating travel restrictions by flying to Arizona.

The U.S. hantavirus quarantine has ended with no cases reported domestically, following an outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship. The CDC confirmed the response concluded on June 24, 2026, after 13 cases (including three deaths) were identified, primarily among passengers evacuated to a Nebraska quarantine facility.

The article highlights cities transforming vacant lots into public food forests, such as Hyattsville, Maryland, which now manages two food forests with labeled plants and QR codes for harvest information. It also covers a Georgia family's claim of false-positive drug test results in a child custody case and a study linking ultra-processed foods to chronic diseases.

InvestigateTV+ reports on urban food forests in Hyattsville, Maryland, which convert vacant lots into public food sources with labeled crops and QR codes. The article also covers a Georgia family's false-positive drug test claims, a study linking ultra-processed foods to chronic diseases, and a senior laughter program in Omaha.

A study links ultra-processed foods to chronic diseases and emphasizes the need for policy changes and local food systems. Omaha nonprofit No More Empty Pots addresses food access disparities by teaching gardening and cooking skills and distributing locally produced food through partnerships and community programs.

A lack of access to fresh food contributes to poor diets and diet-related diseases, according to the USDA. A new study links ultra-processed foods to chronic diseases and advocates for policy changes and local food systems. Omaha nonprofit No More Empty Pots addresses food access by teaching gardening, partnering with local producers, and distributing fresh food.

A lack of access to fresh food contributes to poor diets and health issues, according to the USDA. A study links ultra-processed foods to chronic diseases, urging policy changes and support for local food systems. Omaha nonprofit No More Empty Pots addresses food access by teaching gardening, cooking, and partnering with local producers to distribute fresh food.

The quarantine for 18 Americans exposed to hantavirus on a cruise ship has ended. They were quarantined at Nebraska Medicine’s Davis Global Center in Omaha.

Kalshi offers a sign-up bonus for new users using the promo code NYPMAX, allowing them to trade $10 and receive $10 when making sports predictions. The promotion is highlighted during the College World Series in Omaha, focusing on the North Carolina vs. Oklahoma game.

Adrian Rodriguez of the Texas Longhorns faced backlash after an embarrassing at-bat following his cycle performance in the College World Series. Texas lost to Georgia, and Rodriguez's prior confidence drew internet ridicule. The semifinalists include Oklahoma, West Virginia, Georgia, and UNC.

Seventy-six individuals were arrested at Glenn Valley Foods in Omaha, Nebraska by federal immigration authorities in June 2025. The raid led to business closures and ongoing fallout, according to officials.

American passengers from the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship are quarantining at Nebraska Medicine's Davis Global Center in Omaha. Some passengers are returning home after undergoing security measures, including state trooper guards and daily fever checks.

Five people who were exposed to hantavirus have left quarantine in Omaha. They were previously isolated at the National Quarantine Unit at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

Five of 18 American cruise ship passengers quarantined in Nebraska due to hantavirus exposure have been released after remaining symptom-free and meeting monitoring criteria. The passengers were among those exposed to the Andes strain of hantavirus on a cruise ship, with 13 confirmed cases and three deaths linked to the outbreak, though no U.S. cases have been confirmed.

Kavankumar Patel, 27, of Gujarat, India, was sentenced on May 26, 2026, in federal court in Omaha, Nebraska, for two counts of sex trafficking of a minor. The case was part of a Homeland Security Task Force investigation.

Brian T. Smith and Myria K. Phaisan, both from Omaha, Nebraska, were sentenced in federal court for conspiracy to commit wire fraud. The case involved charges related to wire fraud, and the sentencing took place in Omaha.

Alexi Zamora-Chona, a 30-year-old illegal alien from Mexico, was sentenced to 16 years in federal prison on May 19, 2026, for methamphetamine trafficking and possession of a short-barreled rifle in furtherance of drug trafficking. The sentencing took place in federal court in Omaha, Nebraska.

Byron G. Morales, a 57-year-old from Omaha, Nebraska, was sentenced to 126 months in federal court on May 18, 2026, for the receipt and distribution of child pornography. The conviction represents a significant law enforcement action against child exploitation crimes.

A man quarantined at Nebraska Medicine's Davis Global Center after being on a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship has expressed dissatisfaction with his isolation conditions, describing the facility as feeling like a prison. American passengers from the affected cruise ship are being quarantined at the Nebraska facility. The quarantine is in response to a hantavirus outbreak aboard the cruise vessel.

A destructive tornado tore through parts of Nebraska, leveling a newly-built home in Howard County. A mother and daughter survived in their basement. The tornado sent debris flying into the air, causing destruction about two hours west of Omaha.

U.S. passengers from the cruise ship MV Hondius arrived at the University of Nebraska Medical Center's Davis Global Center in Omaha. The passengers were likely quarantined due to a contagion. The University of Nebraska Medical Center is handling the situation.

Jan Janisch-Hanzlik, a 49-year-old multiple sclerosis patient, participated in a CAR T cell therapy trial at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, which aims to transform autoimmune disease treatment by reprogramming immune cells. The therapy, originally designed for cancer, is being tested in hundreds of clinical trials for conditions like lupus and Graves' disease. If successful, it could reset the body's defenses to a pre-disease state.

Berkshire Hathaway has acquired a $2.6 billion stake in Delta Air Lines, making it the company's 14th-largest holding as of March. This investment marks Berkshire's return to the airline industry. The Omaha-based company built a significant position in Delta Air Lines.

There are no known cases of hantavirus in the U.S., but officials are monitoring 41 individuals with possible exposure. The outbreak is related to a cruise ship, MV Hondius. Medical personnel are taking precautions.