Melissa Wright

4 days ago | 3newsnow.com | Melissa Wright

The $130,000 grant for the Special Operations Group was delayed after a deadly deputy-involved shooting. The SWAT-trained group(SOG) includes three shifts, with the overnight team focused on reducing property and violent crime. Some residents plan to attend next week’s budget meeting to push for cutting all funding to the unit. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: On Tuesday, commissioners hit pause on a $130,000 grant that was set to support the Special Operations Group at the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.

5 days ago | 3newsnow.com | Melissa Wright

The event featured artists, performers, and entrepreneurs from the community, celebrating creativity and cultural pride.  Music, dancing, and positive energy brought neighbors together to kick off the summer with unity and fun. Organized by The Local Art Plug and Afro Fest, the event emphasized giving back and building stronger neighborhood ties.

6 days ago | 3newsnow.com | Melissa Wright

Protesters, including family and local officials, continue to call for full release of body cam footage after Janidi Ibrahim was shot by a Douglas County deputy. Sheriff Aaron Hanson says the footage will not be released publicly yet but will be shown to a select group of family members. The family attorney is pushing for a special prosecutor and says releasing only a still image undermines transparency.

1 week ago | 3newsnow.com | Melissa Wright

Residents of CPT Burt Apartments in Omaha were left without dumpsters for weeks, resulting in trash — including bags, furniture, and household items — piling up in the parking lot. The Douglas County Health Department intervened, citing health and safety concerns, and revealed the trash bins were removed because the property management hadn’t paid their waste collection bill. The City has since cleaned up the lot, and trash service is expected to resume now that the bill has been paid.

1 week ago | 3newsnow.com | Melissa Wright

Residents allege security guards from have been kicking in doors—including those of occupied units—and harassing tenants. Tenants, including seniors, say they feel unsafe and unheard, with some sharing images of damaged doors. City Council-member Danny Begley urges residents to report safety issues to 911 and connect with legal aid or nonprofits for help with relocation. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: Near the City View Apartments, tensions are running high.