School Safety Debate: Omaha Public Schools asked the city and police to stop authorizing shock gloves for school resource officers, calling it counterproductive as parents raise concerns and ICE’s planned G.L.O.V.E. devices draw fresh backlash. State vs. City Wages: Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers sued Omaha over its minimum wage ordinance, arguing the city can’t override state law after lawmakers set a statewide wage growth plan. Culture & Community: Nebraska’s jazz scene keeps pulling talent back home, with musicians who left for big-city careers still crediting North Omaha roots and mentorship. Arts & Lifestyle: A new film spotlighting grief and humor stars Andrew Rannells and Allison Janney, leaning into dark comedy as a way to process loss. Ag & Outdoors: Severe drought pushes new forage options after irrigated winter wheat, while Nebraska’s 250th celebration continues with statewide outdoor challenges and local events. Education & Youth: Nebraska Library Commission youth grants support summer reading and hands-on STEAM activities, and two students are set to apply for the U.S. Senate Youth Program. Local Loss: Grand Island mourns businessman Ray O’Connor, a longtime civic leader and supporter of regional institutions.