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What Do You Do With An 11 Year Old Murderer?

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Mon, 08/26/2024 - 7:00am

I wish I was really as smart as I sometimes think I am. When it comes to many problems I’ve got the solutions. And if you don’t believe me, just ask me.

But when it comes to how we deal with juvenile crime and the new downtown Juvenile Justice building I’m right there with the Douglas County Commissioners and I haven’t got a clue.

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‘Hope Is Making A Comeback’: The Obamas Make The Case For Kamala Harris

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Mon, 08/26/2024 - 6:00am

Former first lady Michelle Obama speaking during the Democratic National Convention Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, in Chicago.
(J. Scott Applewhite / AP Photo

CHICAGO — As he did in his first speech to a Democratic National Convention 20 years ago, former President Barack Obama emphasized the connections binding Americans together and called for a more positive national atmosphere on the second night of this year’s convention Tuesday, while rallying Democrats to campaign for Vice President Kamala Harris.

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GOP U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance Visits Omaha For A Trump Fundraiser And A Grassroots Meeting At Bar

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Mon, 08/26/2024 - 5:00am

OMAHA — At least two types of local conservatives met Wednesday with U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio, the Republican vice presidential nominee, during his visit to Nebraska: grassroots and donors.

More than 175 Republican activists attended a private event at the downtown DJ’s Dugout to meet former President Donald Trump’s running mate, some wearing flag apparel or MAGA hats.

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Do Charli XCX’s And Kid Rock’s Endorsements Make A Difference? 19% Of Young People Admit They Might

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Mon, 08/26/2024 - 4:00am

Real estate developer Donald Trump holds the World Wrestling Federation Championship belt as he flanked by Wrestlers Hulk Hogan, left and Andre the Giant at a news conference Tuesday, March 15, 1988 in New York announcing "WrestleMania IV"on March 27 at Trump Plaza in Atlantic City.
(Susan Ragan / AP Photo)

British pop star Charli XCX sent many young people’s group text chats and social media feeds wild when she endorsed Kamala Harris by playing off a term she coined in a song, and posted on X, that “kamala IS brat.”

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How The DNC Is Prioritizing Accessibility For All At This Year’s Convention

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Mon, 08/19/2024 - 8:00am

Originally published by The 19th

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Crazy

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Mon, 08/19/2024 - 7:00am

Donald Trump is clearly flailing. He has reportedly taken to complaining about his campaign, which candidates tend to do when they are looking for someone to blame. He is, in the words of The Washington Post, "steaming" at what has happened to him. This is what he posted on Truth Social on Tuesday afternoon:

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Trump’s Responses To Questions About Abortion Policy Were Confusing At Best

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Mon, 08/19/2024 - 6:00am

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Why Trump's And Harris' Proposals To End Federal Taxes On Tips Would Be Difficult To Enact

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Mon, 08/19/2024 - 5:00am

Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris agree on one thing, at least: Both say they want to eliminate federal taxes on workers’ tips.

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Nebraska’s 2nd District Steps Back Into Presidential Spotlight After Crazy Month

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Mon, 08/19/2024 - 4:00am

State Sen. Tony Vargas of Omaha (left), a House candidate in Nebraska’s 2nd District, speaks to second gentleman Doug Emhoff in Omaha in March.
(Aaron Sanderford / Nebraska Examiner)

OMAHA — National and local polling in the presidential race have tightened after a wild month that ran voters through the first debate, an assassination attempt and a new nominee.

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Vance To Visit Nebraska For A Fundraiser

Published by maggie@omahadai... on Mon, 08/19/2024 - 3:00am

April 12, 2010 - From left: Cubs board member Laura Rickets, Joe Ricketts, Marlene Ricketts, board member Todd Ricketts, board Chairman Tom Ricketts and board member Pete Rickets.
(Nam Y. Huh / AP Photo)

OMAHA — Nebraska’s swinging 2nd Congressional District will host both 2024 vice presidential candidates in coming days, the latest sign of how significant the campaigns consider the stray Electoral College vote.