"Twilight" Heart-throb Seen in Omaha?
Omaha, NE - The "Twilight" saga has hit movie theaters and fans are going crazy over actor Robert Pattinson. Well, we had the chance to sit down with an Omaha man who gets mistaken for him all the time.
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Surveillance Video of Man Brutally Beaten in South Omaha
Omaha, NE - A man attacks another outside a strip mall near 32nd and Q last night, that's when two good samaritans step in to help. Video cameras catch a man on the attack, brutally beating a victim outside
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Police Make Arrest in Murder of Convenience Store Clerk
18-year-old Tyrell Jones is charged with 1st Degree Murder and Use of a Weapon to Commit a Felony for the murder of Laura Pierce.
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Omaha Man's Fight to Get Out of Prison is Over
After more than 40 years behind bars, the Nebraska Pardon Board has set an Omaha man free who was serving a life term for murder even though he never killed anyone.
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High School Fight Erupts During Omaha Power Outage
A power outage that hit about 10,000 customers in Northwest Omaha helped lead to a fight at a local high school.
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Opponents of Nebraska Embryonic Stem Cell Research Lose Vote
Board of Regents rejects pro-life groups' fight to strictly limit stem cell research in Nebraska.
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Sen. Nelson, Other Moderates to Side With Dems on Health Care Vote
A wavering moderate Democrat said Friday he'd stand with Senate Democratic leaders on a crucial weekend test vote on their sweeping health care bill.
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Nebraska Lawmakers Approve $334 Million in Budget Cuts
Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman has approved a massive package of spending cuts to close a $334 million budget gap caused by lower-than-expected state revenue.
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Unchanged Unemployment Rate Good Sign for Nebraska Economy
Nebraska's Unemployment rate in October stands unchanged at 4.9%. Iowa's rises slightly.
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Possible Drag Race Ends in Serious Overnight Crash
Omaha- An early Friday morning crash sends a car into a brick wall at a grocery store. It happened near 30th and Sorensen. Medics transported a 28-year-old man to the hospital in critical condition.
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Heroes Take Action During Brutal Beating
Omaha, NE - Two good Samaritans take action during a brutal beating on an Omaha street. It happened at 32nd and 'Q' streets just after eight Thursday night. You could call it a family affair when a father-son
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Puppy to Save Little Girl's Life
For most kids peanut butter is a favorite snack. For one little girl in Omaha, it's potentially deadly. But now, she has some lifesaving help from a four-legged friend.
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The Soccer Coach Accused Sexually Assaulting An Underage Female Player Speaks Out
Omaha, NE - Former Elkhorn Soccer coach Jason Dishman faced a judge today on disturbing accusations of sexual assault. Police say Dishman assaulted a 15-year-old female player at his parent's house. Action
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Crash Critically Hurts Boy on Bike
A crash between a bike and an SUV critically hurt a boy in Omaha on Thursday night.
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The Sound of Fear
Omaha, NE -- It's not often you can listen to a robbery. But this time, it's the extra clue police want you to hear.
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Oprah Winfrey to End Her Show in Less Than Two Years
Oprah Winfrey's production company says she'll end her daytime talk show in 2011, after 25 seasons on the air. Her official announcement will happen during today's Oprah Winfrey Show at 4:00 PM on your Action 3 News station.
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Omaha Home Burglaries Up From Last Year
An alert for homeowners. Lock your doors and be aware of who is in your neighborhood. An increase in burglaries this year has Omaha police busy and neighbors taking action.
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3 Westside Middle School Boys In Trouble For Threatening Video
Omaha, NE: A violent and derogatory message reportedly from eighth graders. The incident triggers an alert at Westside Middle School on Wednesday.
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Alert to Parents: Real Dangers of Early Puberty
Local doctors report seeing signs of puberty in children as young as four, and in some cases, take medical intervention to stop it.
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Man Killed When Car Hit by Amtrak Train Identified
The man killed when his car was hit by an Amtrak train near Lincoln early Thursday morning has been identified.
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Police Find Scars on 5-Year-Old's Legs, Buttocks, Back
Omaha, NE - A 22-year-old mother is in trouble after police find scars on her 5-year-old's legs, buttocks, and back. Lachya Robinson was ticketed for child abuse.
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Nervy Shoplifter Snubs the Cheap Stuff
Omaha, NE - He loaded up his cart and walked right out of the front door of the store...without paying. Police reports show a white male shoplifter in his mid-40s also chose the pricey booze to steal.
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National Computer Glitch Impacting Flights Out of Eppley
An FAA computer glitch has delayed flights nationwide, including many flights at Omaha's Eppley Airfield Thursday morning. Officials say a glitch at its flight plan system at Atlanta's Hartsfield Airport
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Another Guilty Plea in Elkhorn Murder Case
With her attorney by her side, Teresa Carson walked into court Wednesday morning to change her plea to guilty. She's accused of holding back information from police regarding the murder of her husband, Brian Carson.
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Bullet Rips Through Child's Room
A mother shows Action 3 News where a bullet ripped through her little girls room.
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Soccer Coach Arrested for Sexual Assault
Omaha, NE - A soccer coach is accused of sexually assaulting one of his players, a 15-year-old female. 29-year-old Jason Dishman was arrested Tuesday and booked for first degree sexual assault on a child.
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Message with Sinister Edge: "$1,000 Reward for Every Snitch"
A new twist on the fight against graffiti. Someone spray paints "$1,000 reward for every snitch." But what do people think the message really means?
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Latest Death Shows Swine Flu Is Killing Healthy Adults
A Lincoln County man in his 30's who died from the H1N1 virus had no underlying medical conditions that contributed to his death according to state health officials.
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Sen. Nelson Hints at His Vote on Health Care Reform Proposal
Sen. Ben Nelson issued a news release Wednesday afternoon that give intriguing hints on how he is likely to vote on the health care reform bill.
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Nebraskans Hit by Snowstorm Monday Still Without Power
Officials say some southeast Nebraska residents could remain without power for a couple more days.
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Charity or Scam? Street side Solicitors Under New Scrutiny
Omaha, NE - An exclusive investigation. What we uncovered about sidewalk solicitors may have city leaders taking action. They dart towards drivers to get donations. The city approved them permit for the
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Doctors Debate New Breast Cancer Screening Recommendations
Many react to conclusion that mammogram's for some women do more harm than good.
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Important Alert for Credit Card Consumers
The number one complaints to The Federal Trade commission last year involved debt collectors. And the numbers are up 20 percent this year. As times get tough, reportedly so do the people hired to get your money. Now, we take action to inform you of some important rights regarding debt collection harassment.
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USDA Recalling 90-Pounds Of Ground Beef Made in Nebraska
Nebraska - A Nebraska firm is recalling about 90 pounds of ground beef. Fairbury Steaks, Inc. out of Fairbury, Nebraska is recalling the beef that may be contaminated with E Coli. The products subject
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Brandon Heanue Faces Judge, Charged for Deaths of Matchus Brothers
A Cass County man is in court, facing charges for the deaths of two friends.
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Business Survey Predicts Economic Recovery in Omaha
Business leaders who a members of the Omaha Chamber of Commerce are cautiously optimistic about the 2010 economic recovery.
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Council Bluffs Lawmaker Resisting Anti-Gay Marriage Push
State Senator Mike Gronstall says conservatives' attempt to push anti-gay marriage laws impractical with Iowa facing such serious budget issues.
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Shooting Sends Omaha Teen To Hospital with Serious Injuries
Omaha- A late night shooting sends an Omaha teen to the hospital with a serious gunshot wound to the right leg. It happened near 42nd and Boyd around 10:40 p.m. Monday night. Police do not have any suspects.
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Robbers Target West Omaha Homes & Both Owners Fight Back
Omaha, NE: West Omaha Homeowners need to be on alert. A warning from Douglas County Sheriffs after three crooks target two homes in ten minutes. To the suspects surprise, both owners fight back.
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Street-Side Solicitors May Spark Change in City Law
Hundreds of people complained after a streetside donation drive this weekend. Now, one City Council member may make changes to the law that allows it.
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Missing Norfolk Teen Found Dead by Hunters
Dental records confirm a body found by hunters over the weekend is that of 19-year-old Lacey Anderson.
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Sarah Palin Goes Rogue in the Metro
Sarah Palin spills the beans in her memoir, "Going Rogue." It hits store shelves Tuesday, and bookstores are prepared to sell out quickly.
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'Piper' the Kitten Stuck in Drain Pipe Has New Home
The adorable kitten rescued last week from a drain pipe has been adopted by the very people who saved its life.
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Report: Lobbyists Help Write Rep. Lee Terry Speech
'The New York Times' is reporting the Nebraska Representative Lee Terry used part of a speech that was actually ghostwritten by lobbyists.
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Nebraska Part of Midwest Plan to Help College Dropouts Get Degrees
A dozen Midwestern states are studying the creation of a college-credit exchange that could make it easier for college dropouts to finally complete their degrees.
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Kroc Center Now Open in South Omaha
Kroc Center Now Open in South Omaha
A new multi-million dollar recreation center near 28th and Y Streets officially opens its doors!
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Mystery Person Buys Witherspoon Mansion
Omaha, NE - An unnamed person buys one of the most prominent properties in town--for an unnamed price.
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Police: Men "Bored," Kill Animals in Neighbor's Trees
Omaha, NE - Police ticket two men who say they were "bored" so they shot a bird and squirrel in a nearby yard with a pellet rifle. 20-year-old Anthony Frausto and 21-year-old Edi Montes-Gutirrez were
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20-Year-Old Man Hit by Train Dies
Paramedics rushed a man to the hospital on Thursday night after a train hit him near Malvern, Iowa.
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Crime Alert: Violent Crooks on the Run
An alert for you and your family. Accused crooks on the prowl turn violent and they're still loose on our streets.
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