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From Star-Herald, KETV and 14 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Star-Herald1 hour ago

    Full coverage of Election Day races in Omaha, Douglas County and across Nebraska

    Check out coverage across Nebraska races in the 2026 midterms.

  2. KETV1 hour ago

    Nebraska's Offense answers after disappointing Washington performance

    Husker Quarterback Anthony Colandrea joins Offensive Coordinator Dana Holgerson, after dodging media questions after Saturday's loss

  3. KETV2 hours ago

    Cass County commissioners approve new rules on data center development

    The resolution limits electricity usage of future data centers to 15 megawatts, eliminating the possibility for hyperscale data centers.

  4. KMTV 3 News Now Omaha2 hours ago

    Nebraska voters head to the polls as governor's race draws young voters to the ballot box

    Voters across Nebraska are casting their ballots, with young voters among those making their voices heard at polling locations across the state.

  5. KETV2 hours ago

    Big Red Zone Rundown: Examining Matt Rhule's passionate press conference, previewing Nebraska-Illinois

    After Saturday's loss to Washington, Andy Kendeigh and Sean Callahan break down Matt Rhule's passionate Monday press conference and preview Illinois.

  6. KMTV 3 News Now Omaha2 hours ago

    Omaha voters head to the polls on Election Day, citing economy and cost of living as key issues

    Voters in Omaha are making their voices heard on Election Day, with many citing the economy, healthcare, and taxes as the issues driving them to the polls.

  7. York News-Times2 hours ago

    How did Omaha's biggest stocks perform Tuesday? Here's the Nov. 3 report

    Here are Nov. 3's market results for some of the larger companies based in Omaha...

  8. KMTV 3 News Now Omaha2 hours ago

    Douglas County Election Commission reassures voters the ballot-counting process is secure

    Douglas County's election commissioner says the ballot-counting process is secure as voters have until 8 p.m. to vote.

  9. KMTV 3 News Now Omaha3 hours ago

    DOJ sends election monitors to Douglas County polling places

    The U.S. Department of Justice deployed election monitors to polling places across the country Tuesday, with Douglas County as the only location targeted in Nebraska.

    Also reported byKETV

  10. KMTV 3 News Now Omaha3 hours ago

    Nebraska voters share what's driving them to the polls

    Voters in Nebraska's 1st Congressional District headed to the polls Tuesday, and those who spoke with 3 News Now said a range of issues is driving their decisions at the ballot box.

  11. Flatwater Free Press3 hours ago

    ‘Not typical in Nebraska’: Federal justice officials, Ted Cruz staffer watching Omaha polls

    A coalition of Nebraska organizations say their presence is legal, and Douglas County’s election commissioner says they were observing state laws. But their presence also raised the question, ‘Why are they doing this?’

  12. Southeast News Channel Nebraska3 hours ago

    Douglas County reports smooth Election Day, slight shift toward in-person early voting

  13. WOWT3 hours ago

    LIVE - Election Night 2026 streaming coverage & live updates

    Track the latest Election Night updates on our liveblog and in the First Alert 6 streaming app.

  14. WOWT3 hours ago

    Election Night 2026: Iowa Senate race updates

    Iowa’s Senate race is one the whole country is watching as three candidates try to claim the seat being vacated by longtime Sen. Joni Ernst.

  15. The North Platte Telegraph3 hours ago

    Douglas, Sarpy election officials expect heavy turnout amid long lines

    Long lines and strong early voting numbers point to a busy Election Day in the Omaha metro. Officials say problems have been minor.

  16. KETV3 hours ago

    Rain winding down around Omaha tonight

  17. WOWT3 hours ago

    Election Night 2026: Iowa Governor race updates

    Iowa voters are selecting the state's next governor on Tuesday.

  18. KMTV 3 News Now Omaha3 hours ago

    Cool, drizzly and breezy weather continues into Wednesday

    We've had more than and inch of rain in many areas today! The rain and drizzle mostly comes to an end tonight, but it stays breezy and cool on Wednesday and Thursday.

  19. KMTV 3 News Now Omaha3 hours ago

    Central Omaha voters cast ballots, share issues driving them to polls

    Central Omaha voters braved rainy weather Tuesday to cast ballots. When 3 News Now's Jeremy Fredricks asked why they're voting, they told him property taxes, inflation and other issues on the ballot.

  20. WOWT4 hours ago

    Election Night 2026: Nebraska Attorney General, Secretary of State race updates

    Several of Nebraska’s top offices are also on the midterm ballot, as are some ballot initiatives that could change the landscape of state politics - and the budget.

  21. WOWT4 hours ago

    Election Night 2026: Nebraska Dist. 2 race updates

    Nebraska’s 2nd District is no stranger to the national spotlight.

  22. WOWT4 hours ago

    Election Night 2026: Nebraska governor’s race updates

    Nebraskans are casting their votes Tuesday in a hard-fought race for governor.

  23. WOWT4 hours ago

    Election Day 2026: Douglas County early votes counted ahead of Election Day

    Early votes in Douglas County have already been counted as voters head to the polls today.

    Also reported byOmaha Reader

  24. WOWT5 hours ago

    Matt’s First Alert 6 Forecast: Showers, drizzle linger through midweek

    Showers and more gusty winds Tuesday evening into Wednesday

  25. KSOM5 hours ago

    Cash Grain November 3, 2026

    Landus Coop - Adair October Corn - 4.07 March Corn - 4.16 October Beans - 11.36 March Beans - 11.56 Landus Coop - Atlantic October Corn - 4.02 March C...

    Also reported byKMAland.com

  26. KMAland.com5 hours ago

    Lewis Central goalkeeper Jones chooses St. Ambrose

    Lewis Central goalkeeper Kenzie Jones has spent much of her life protecting the net, and the Titans' Class of 2027 standout will have an opportunity to continue doing just that

  27. Daily Nonpareil5 hours ago

    Look through our viewfinder as Election Day unfolds in Southwest Iowa

    Nonpareil journalists are visiting polling sites in Council Bluffs and surrounding communities to chronicle the 2026 general election.

  28. KSNB5 hours ago

    Douglas County early votes counted ahead of Election Day

    Early votes in Douglas County have already been counted as voters head to the polls today.

    Also reported byKETV

  29. Omaha World-Herald6 hours ago

    Nebraska high school volleyball players to watch at the state tournament

    Here are players to watch in each class ahead of the 2026 NSAA volleyball state tournament.

  30. KMTV 3 News Now Omaha6 hours ago

    LIVE UPDATES: Tracking the latest 2026 Nebraska and Iowa midterm election updates

    Watch 2026 Nebraska and Iowa midterm election coverage on 3newsnow.com, the KMTV Roku app, or the KMTV 3 News Now YouTube page.

  31. Southeast News Channel Nebraska7 hours ago

    DOJ to monitor Election Day voting in Douglas County

    The county is Nebraska's only listed location in a nationwide effort involving approximately 1,000 federal election monitors and observers

  32. Star-Herald7 hours ago

    Superintendent of Papillion La Vista district making leap to lead ESU 3

    Superintendent Andy Rikli will leave the Papillion La Vista Community Schools to become the leader of Nebraska's largest Educational Service Unit.

    Also reported byKETV

  33. Downtown Bellevue Network7 hours ago

    Bellevue Safe Parking Program for Families in Cars to Relocate as Site Faces Demolition

  34. KETV7 hours ago

    Brinker Harding, Denise Powell urge Nebraska voters to 'make your voice count' on Election Day

    Two candidates in Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District say Election Day is a chance to show up, vote, and be heard.

    Also reported byKMTV 3 News Now Omaha

  35. Omaha World-Herald7 hours ago

    Hay Jay Café

    38th & Dodge Street Coming soon

  36. Omaha World-Herald7 hours ago

    Café Postale

    950 South 10th Street Closing November 30

  37. Omaha World-Herald8 hours ago

    Café Postale Announces Permanent Closure on November 30

    Café Postale announced that it will close permanently on Monday, November 30. The café is located at 950 South 10th Street in the Rail & Commerce building. Historically, the building was used as postal processing center for Burlington Railroad. Café Postale promotes itself as a “café by day and event venue by night.”

  38. Lincoln Journal Star8 hours ago

    Omaha, Lincoln among Nebraska cities selected for new opportunity zones

    A new round of federal opportunity zones is coming to Nebraska. Here's where investors could receive tax breaks to spur economic development.

  39. Omaha World-Herald8 hours ago

    Rankings: Nebraska high school football, Nov. 3

    From the Top 10 to Six Man, here are the latest Nebraska high school football rankings from Stu Pospisil.

  40. Omaha World-Herald8 hours ago

    What matters most this election, according to Omahans at the polls

    Omahans are heading to the polls Tuesday to back the candidates and issues that matter most to them this midterm election. Here's what they have to say.

In brief

The short notes of Good Day Council Bluffs’ last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • Election DayIowa's Nov. 3 general election is today. The Daily Nonpareil has a guide to poll hours, ID rules and what to bring, and we suggest checking it before you head out.

    Iowa's Nov. 3 general election is today. The Daily Nonpareil has a guide to poll hours, ID rules and what to bring, and we suggest checking it before you head out.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Daily Nonpareil

  • Dental careAll Care Health Center will break ground next week, the Nonpareil reported Monday, on a $5.7 million dental facility in Council Bluffs.

    All Care Health Center will break ground next week, the Nonpareil reported Monday, on a $5.7 million dental facility in Council Bluffs. The organization is working to address a backlog of more than 1,900 people waiting for dental care.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Daily Nonpareil

  • Lewis CentralLewis Central senior Madelyn Hoss has committed to Northern Iowa, where she'll run cross country and track and field.

    Lewis Central senior Madelyn Hoss has committed to Northern Iowa, where she'll run cross country and track and field. She's coming off a Missouri River Conference cross country championship.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: KMAland.com

  • Grain bidsMonday's cash grain bids put Council Bluffs corn between $4.23 and $4.28, and Bunge's Council Bluffs soybean bid was $11.71.

    Monday's cash grain bids put Council Bluffs corn between $4.23 and $4.28, and Bunge's Council Bluffs soybean bid was $11.71. Bids are subject to change, so confirm prices with your local elevator.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: KMAland.com