OPPD's Integrated System Plan (ISP) is a vital step in our continual planning process to guide us as we make long-term system plans. Like most utilities, OPPD engages in ongoing system planning, with ...

Balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability OPPD is proposing to extend current operations at North Omaha Station (NOS) to ensure we can continue delivering reliable, affordable, and susta...

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen appointed Douglas County District Judge Derek R. Vaughn as the next associate justice of the Nebraska Supreme Court.

Metro Transit is asking for the public’s feedback on some proposed changes to some of its routes.

Douglas County election officials are proposing a major expansion of their voting facility to address growing crowds and wait times that have stretched up to 30 minutes for early voters.

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In a few short years the streetcar will become a part of everyday life in Omaha. Let s make it look good! You are invited to share your insights and perspective on the future Omaha streetcar brand and...

Nebraska job losses are slowing economic growth. Aksarben’s new report reveals the impact of outmigration and explores solutions to retain top talent.

Mayor John Ewing Jr. held a news conference Monday afternoon over recurring homeless encampments in Omaha.

The Justice Department has asked Nebraska for its full, unredacted voter registration list, including driver’s license numbers and Social Security digits. This risks identity theft and undermines publ...

Quicker development of affordable housing, Crossroads Mall redevelopment moving forward and staff stability were some of the accomplishments Mayor John Ewing cited Wednesday.

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George Reed has never missed an election since working his first one in Douglas County in 1960. He and 21 other poll workers were honored during a Hall of Fame

As the Omaha City Council passed Mayor John Ewing’s $1.8 billion budget blueprint Tuesday, the most hotly debated proposed change had no fiscal impact at all: removing references to diversity,

As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, legal intern Jayla Smith interviewed Chief of Activation and Justice Marcia Johnson about the law's impact and how we can ensure ...

Mayor John Ewing Jr. handed his $1.8 billion budget plan for the coming year to the Omaha City Council during their regular meeting on Tuesday.

Two years after a motion-filled and filibuster-riddled session, lawmakers in 2025 settled into a new rhythm as stall tactics again dominated.

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