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18th Ave. crash claims life of boy, 12

A 12-year-old, rural Columbus boy died at an Omaha hospital from injuries suffered in a two-vehicle crash late Thursday afternoon at an intersection on the northern edge of Columbus.

Columbus Area News

Euthanization of deer leaves St. Edward family heartbroken

The Stultzes had hoped to release an orphaned fawn into the wild. They were heartbroken when the young animal had to be euthanized. Video with story.

Sports News

Monarchs C2-2 District champs

Aquinas stave-off elimination, win 18-25, 21-25, 25-23, 25-10, 15-10

Paper gains on derivative contracts helped Berkshire Hathaway Inc. triple its third-quarter profit as its insurance businesses did well, but Warren Buffett's company said Friday that many of its other operating businesses struggled.

Neb. officials report 2 more flu-related deaths

Neb. lawmakers hear 2 sides in budget crunch

Neb. officials report 1 more flu-related death

Nation & World News

Decision day for health care in the House

President Barack Obama is trying to close the deal in the House on his health care overhaul, facing a make-or-break vote that's certain to be seen as a test of his presidency.

Shock, sadness grip tight-knit Fort Hood community

Afghan gov't says UN representative out of line

Police: Fla. shooting suspect was angry at company