Brandon Tvrdy
MMJ / Photographer
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More than 1,500 Americans currently have Huntington’s disease according to Johns Hopkins Medicine.
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NorthStar Foundation Athletics received the Level the Playing Field grant from Gatorade and Hudl.
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Maha Festival officially kicked off its two days of fun on Friday and continues throughout Saturday.
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Saturday inside Baxter Arena a celebration of life is held for Marlin “The Magician” Briscoe.
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In just two weeks the Maha festival will be rocking out at Stinson Park.
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Less than 24 hours after the president signed an executive order to protect women’s right to the procedure - and protesters in the metro are capitalizing on the momentum.
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Summertime means arts festivals and the metro has plenty of them, each with its own unique twist.
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In “Beyond Van Gogh,” cutting-edge projection technology breathes new life Into his priceless artwork.
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Juneteenth is almost here. And with that, a variety of events are being held today.
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Southwest Iowa honored Fremont County Deputy Austin Melvin Richardson on Wednesday evening as his body was returned to his community.
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Last year Juneteenth officially became a federal holiday. This year, people are celebrating the official holiday all over the country.
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It was a special surprise for a special person.
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It’s a packed house at the Nebraska Humane Society as many dogs need a new home.
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With Memorial Day weekend happening now, one event saw some competition at Stinson Park.
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Skating is more than just a sport, it can be a lifestyle for many. Skate parks are starting to pop up, and now a fully dedicated shop has opened its doors in Benson.
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Share Omaha’s “Do Good Days” is a three-day event dedicated to meeting the cash needs of non-profits in our community.
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A foster care organization raised money in a unique way Saturday.
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For 89 years, Lego has been a must-have for kids of all ages, and even some adults. One event in Council Bluffs invited fans to celebrate the iconic brick.
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Union Omaha clashes with Central Valley Fuego tomorrow at 6 p.m.
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Members of the Children’s Hospital showed how to safely have their children buckled up inside the seat.
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An artist from Nebraska is on the big stage showing what she’s got.
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A local organization is helping the environment and raising money to help the community at the same time.
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Saturday is the first round of auditions for these high school performers inside the Weber Fine Arts Building. They’re trying to land a role in a summer play called “Fame the Musical.”
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As COVID numbers continue to trend down, more and more people are returning to work but that doesn’t mean there aren’t many people still struggling to afford basic necessities.
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A group of hospitals in western Iowa came together to collect and ship medical supplies to Ukraine.
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The eighth-grader who goes to Millard North Middle School recently published her very first book named Shattered Windows.
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Like many events, the ultimate Beerfest was impacted by the pandemic.
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Lent starts next week but some Catholic churches have people coming to enjoy their fish fry a week early.
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A team that has formed into a family is ready for the big stage.
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Friday, OPPD celebrated its newest fast-charging station.
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When COVID vaccines first rolled out, African American numbers were low because of vaccine hesitancy.
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Getting mental health services to people who live in small towns has been an ongoing struggle.
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Just like many, tattoo artists and shops have been impacted by the pandemic.
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Basketball isn’t the only thing going on at the CHI Health Center Saturday.
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The bitter winter, the ongoing pandemic, and many other factors in life can take a toll on a person’s mental health.
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The Omaha Public Library Board of Trustees approved a 10-year lease on Thursday.
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People are using their Saturday to sled in multiple places all over the Omaha metro area.
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But after what happened Monday, neighbors and OTOC are calling for more action.
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We’ve seen single-digit temperatures in Omaha this week.
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Legends Comics & Coffee will be moving from their 52nd and Leavenworth spot after being here for 10 years.
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This is Tally. The newest employee at the Hy-Vee on 180th and Q.
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Many people are fortunate to be in the comfort of their own homes when it’s cold outside but not everyone has that luxury.
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Happy New Year!! Families gathered Friday at the Union Station inside the Durham Museum to get a head start on the new year.
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It looks like Christmas and it sounds like Christmas on Redick Ave.
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This is the fourth year that volunteers from multiple synagogues go out to deliver food and treats to first-responders and medical professionals.
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New Visions Homeless Services helps people year-round, 24-7 but they go even more above and beyond once the holidays roll around.
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The Salvation Army continues to give back to the community, this time with their Toyland Toyshop — allowing families in need to come and pick out presents.
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