Omaha reports 34th traffic death as city moves forward with lofty safety project

Just days before taking a major step geared to turning Omaha into a super-safe traffic town, the state's largest city recorded its 34th traffic death of the year.

December 27, 2021Updated: December 27, 2021

By News Channel Nebraska

State

Tegtmeier, Evnen headline Cheyenne County Republican Assembly

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Several county offices are uncontested races in Primary

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Grants awarded to support Lodgepole Panther Activity Center renovations

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Sports

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Ag & Outdoor

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