Use caution with torch fuel, as kids might think it’s juice
Nebraskans who light bamboo tiki torches for an evening gathering during the holiday weekend ahead need to use extreme caution with the torch fuel. The Nebraska Regional Poison Center warns that kids might accidentally drink the amber-colored fuel, thinking it's juice. Registered nurse Tammy Noble says parents need to educate the entire family on the dangers of these "look-alikes" as preventing such accidental poisonings is vital. "Try to keep these in the original container," she says. "Don't put it in a pop bottle and try to transfer … [Read More...]
Omaha police investigating Monday night homicide
Omaha police are investigating another homicide. Police were called to a home at 60th and Browne streets Monday night just before 10 o'clock. Family members had arrived earlier to check on the well being of a man who lived there. 34 year old Levi Brown was found deceased inside. Police have not confirmed the cause of death but do say they are investigating it as a homicide. The investigation is in the early stages so details have not been released. … [Read More...]
Train – vehicle collisions on the rise
There will be many travelers on the roads this holiday weekend and Union Pacific Railroad reminds drivers to use caution at all railroad crossings. Spokesman Mark Davis says it appears that more drivers are not paying attention when approaching tracks. 2012 statistics for all railroads operating in each state shows there were 28 train – vehicle collisions in Nebraska that injured 13 people with four fatalities. In Iowa there were 43 collisions that injured 15 people and six fatalities. In Illinois there were 104 collisions that injured 35 … [Read More...]
Attempt to repeal local option sales tax fails; senator vows revenge (AUDIO)
A state senator attempting to repeal the local option sales tax falls short of the votes needed; then issues a thinly veiled threat. The votes appeared to be there Thursday. Sen. Ernie Chambers moved to amend LB 308 to incorporate a repeal of the local option sales tax into the measure seeking to adjust how the federal alternative minimum tax is applied in Nebraska. Chambers secured 24 votes, but lacked the 25th needed to approve his amendment. That 25th vote seemed assured since a supporter wasn’t in the legislative chamber on … [Read More...]
Bidder not paying up for Jack Hoffman signed card
Jack Hoffman, the 7-year-old fighting cancer who scored a touchdown in the University of Nebraska’s spring game became a national inspiration. Upper Deck then created cards of Jack and one of the silver autographed cards (three are signed in silver and one in gold) was auctioned on eBay earlier this month for The Team Jack Foundation. The final bid came in at $6,100 Unfortunately, the winning bidder is not paying up. Prep 2 Pro Sports owner Mike Schnoor, who is selling the cards on behalf of the Team Jack Foundation, has not received any … [Read More...]
Politics
State’s top lawyer agrees to pay hefty fine for campaign gaffes
Nebraska’s attorney general is being fined for violating campaign finance laws. Attorney General Jon Bruning has already agreed to pay the $19,000 fine imposed by the Federal Election Commission. Among the allegations, the FEC says Bruning broke the rules during his run last year for the U.S. Senate, including not filing his paperwork within the [...]
Legislature & Government
Attempt to repeal local option sales tax fails; senator vows revenge (AUDIO)
A state senator attempting to repeal the local option sales tax falls short of the votes needed; then issues a thinly veiled threat. The votes appeared to be there Thursday. Sen. Ernie Chambers moved to amend LB 308 to incorporate a repeal of the local option sales tax into the measure seeking to adjust how [...]
Pipeline Controversy
- State Dept. schedules Keystone XL hearing in Grand Island April 18th
- Senate Keystone XL vote seen as symbolic, significant (AUDIO)
- TransCanada: “You would have to be insane to build a sub-standard pipeline.” (AUDIO)
- State Department draft report sees little environmental threat from Keystone XL
- Nomination gets caught in Keystone XL crossfire, but survives (AUDIO)
