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Taking Action Against Crime

International Cyber Scam Hits Omaha

Omaha, NE - An international cyber scam targets an Omaha woman. What her relatives and friends read, leave them worried sick. A troubling message that preys on peoples fears, turns out to be a clever con job. Tonight, we take action to make sure you don't become a victim.

Drug Addicts After Your Medicine Cabinet

Omaha, NE - Take a close look at your medicine cabinet, could a drug addict find a way to get high with your prescription pills? Tonight, we explain how police are taking action to fight this disturbing trend.

Crooks Cash in on your Credit

Omaha, NE - A lunch date with her kids goes terribly wrong for a mother of two. Distracted Kendra forgets to put her credit card back in her purse. Crooks seize the opportunity, snag the card, and clean her out.

Taking Action for Families

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.

Former Husker Shares His Struggle

Omaha, NE--Willie Miller was on the fast-track to success. But bipolar disorder would take its toll. For the first time, he's talking about the mental illness and the battle he's waging.

Stay-at-Home Dads Take Action to Offer Support

Omaha, NE--Every Friday, Robb and his 3 year old twins join Al and his daughter and son along with other fathers and youngsters for their standing playdate.

Taking Action to Prepare Parents for Baby

Omaha, NE--Plenty of parenthood classes are aimed at getting moms and dads ready for the arrival of baby. But one baby bootcamp class, we discovered, was missing a key part of the family--the fathers.

Taking Action Against Dog Attacks

Omaha, NE--The Nebraska Humane Society is in the midst of a study trying to understand why dogs become dangerous and attack. The findings may help prevent future violence and injuries.

Taking Action Investigation

Pill Could Help Fight Off Swine Flu

With supplies of the H1N1 vaccine slow to arrive this cold and flu season, many people who are unable to get the shot or mist are looking for ways to protect themselves against getting the virus. Now, some experts say your best defense is just a pill away

Loaded Loophole in Nebraska DUI Laws

Action 3 News has uncovered what some believe is a loaded loophole in Nebraska DUI laws

Couple Waits More Than One Year for Wedding Photos

A former Omaha couple says it has been a frustrating process. Joel and Kayla Pistello got married in August of 2008 in Council Bluffs. They paid a wedding photographer $2300 dollars. For more than a year they waited for eight-by-ten prints and a leatherbound print album.

Big Photo Frame Buy Turns Out To Be Phony

The owner of Hour Glass Studios in Omaha and a photography studio in Blair is putting out the warning to other small business owners. Jeff Nelson was nearly the victim of a clever con job and he wants other businesses to beware.

Beware of Extended Warranty Offers

With winter not far away, the thought of your car breaking down in bad weather is not a pretty image. But some companies are preying on your fears, hoping you cough up lots of cash for an extended warranty.

Taking Action on the Economy

Taking Action: Text Message Coupons
Taking Action: Text Message Coupons

It's a new trend that has coupons going high tech! Some local restuarants are using cell phones to help people save on dining out!

Turn Old Electronics Into Cash

Taking Action: Get Cash for Your Old Gadgets

Have old electronics sitting around the house and not sure what to do with them? There's a site that may let you cash in! It's called Gazelle.com. It's easy to use and can turn an old cell phone into cash!

Taking Action Tribute

Veterans Who Inspire With Attitude and Wins

They've met every challenge head-on, including accidents and attacks that have changed their lives. But these military veterans continue to inspire with their attitude and their wins.

Taking Action: Doctor Opens MedSpa to Help Cancer Patients

Omaha, NE- A doctor beats the odds battling breast cancer. After struggling with her own self-esteem issues, she's vowing to put the wonderful back into other women. Dr. Robin Clemmer, owner of Sage

14-Year-Old Takes Action to Save Friend From Drowning