Maddie Augustine

5 days ago | ketv.com | Maddie Augustine

The battle for Omaha City Council District 4 between incumbent Ron Hug and candidate Andrew Adams is heating up. Both candidates have spent time speaking with voters ahead of the election on May 13, working to convince them why they're the right choice to represent District 4 in Omaha's City Council. Councilman Hug was chosen by the city council in 2023 to replace former councilman Vinny Palermo when he was arrested, but Hug said his ties to the district go back generations.

6 days ago | ketv.com | Maddie Augustine

As white smoke billows out of the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, millions cheered for the new leader of the Catholic Church. Cardinal Robert Prevost is now known as Pope Leo XIV. "He's a very good listener. He's a very good teacher. He's a very patient man," Omaha Archbishop Michael McGovern said. Similar to the Pope, Thursday also marked McGovern's first official day, and the similarities don't end there. Both leaders are natives of Chicago.

1 week ago | ketv.com | Maddie Augustine

Melvin "Skip" Decker's vehicle is back where it belongs. In his possession. The only sign it was ever stolen, some damage along the passenger side. "Minor damage that can be repaired," Decker said. "Everything can be fixed."On Monday April 28, Decker's vehicle was stolen outside Westroads mall. The two suspects also, allegedly, assaulted the 91-year-old, leaving his body covered in bruises. Now, nine days later, those bruises are nearly gone, and the suspects have been caught.

1 week ago | ketv.com | Maddie Augustine

A Texas man accused of killing his girlfriend in Nebraska appeared in court Tuesday. Bryan Jeselink is charged with first-degree murder, two counts of use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony, unlawful discharge of firearm, tampering with physical evidence, two counts of possession of deadly weapon, animal abuse (intentional cruelty to an animal) and misdemeanor false reporting.

1 week ago | ketv.com | Maddie Augustine

Reactions are coming in after Warren Buffett shocked shareholders Saturday by announcing that he wants to retire at the end of the year. Buffett's career is one that's led to worldwide recognition. "My wife and I have the wonderful opportunity to have political and business friends all around the country, and we travel a great deal around the world. Seven out of 10 people we meet when we say we're from Omaha, Nebraska, say 'Oh, do you know Warren Buffett?" former Omaha Mayor Hal Daub said.