Legal News

Two Judges Join Iowa Business Specialty Court

Published by admin on Wed, 12/04/2019 - 12:00am

Two new judges were recently selected to sit on the Iowa Business Specialty Court.

Sarah Crane

Candidate Filing Window Officially Opens for 2020 Primary Elections

Published by jaymi@omahadail... on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 12:00am

Lincoln – In case it’s somehow escaped your attention, election season is quickly approaching.

Nebraska Secretary of State Robert Evnen announced candidates can begin filing documents for the 2020 elections starting today, Dec. 2.

NDCS Reentry Resources Having Powerful Impact

Published by jaymi@omahadail... on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 12:00am
Ryan Leiting writes in a workbook at Community Corrections Center-Lincoln. “Reentry gives us hope for the future,” he said. “These guides and workbooks give us that opportunity.” (Courtesy NDCS)

Lincoln – Two reentry resources created by the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services are proving to have a powerful impact on inmates getting ready to return to society.

Metro Chiefs Association: 20 Years, Improving Public Safety

Published by jaymi@omahadail... on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 12:00am

The Metropolitan Chief’s Association recently marked its 20th anniversary during a luncheon.

After Fifty Years, Nebraska Reviewing Bar-Press Guidelines

Published by jaymi@omahadail... on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 12:00am

The voluntary guidelines that describe an understanding among legal professionals and journalists about what is appropriate and not appropriate for public dissemination is being reviewed five decades after they were established. 

U.S. Attorney’s Office Hosts Discussion to Address Sexual Harassment in Housing

Published by jaymi@omahadail... on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 12:00am

A recent roundtable discussion was hosted by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Nebraska and the U.S. Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division to bring together community organizations to address the problem of sexual harassment in housing.

Awards Presented for Leadership, Excellence, Bravery

Published by jaymi@omahadail... on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 12:00am

Employees of 10 federal courts recently received the 2019 Director’s Awards, which recognize outstanding performance, innovation and dedication by employees throughout the federal Judiciary.

Scottsbluff Attorney Advocates for Nebraska Veterans

Published by jaymi@omahadail... on Fri, 11/29/2019 - 12:00am

Scottsbluff, Neb. – A Scottsbluff attorney who served in Afghanistan has become an advocate for veterans in the community and in veterans affairs.

Bellevue Police Announce Electronic Storage Device K-9

Published by jaymi@omahadail... on Thu, 11/28/2019 - 12:00am

Bellevue – The Bellevue Police Department recently added a new specialized K-9 to its ranks.

The electronic storage device K-9, Quinn, is a 2-year-old black Labrador who is assigned to cyber crimes Det. Roy Howell.

Concord Center Honors Three

Published by jaymi@omahadail... on Thu, 11/28/2019 - 12:00am

Greg Winship spoke for more than 20 minutes before making his big reveal to the luncheon crowd at the Field Club of Omaha.

Winship has been convicted for complicity in a murder. He faced a sentence of 75 years to life.

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