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Investigators say dispatching errors led to Union Pacific train crash that killed 2 workers
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Dispatching errors combined with the failure of two backup systems allowed a Union Pacific train to slam into 75 railcars that had been parked on a side track for nine months in Southern California two years ago, killing an engineer and a conductor, according to a report issued Thursday. The National Transportation Safety Board’s final report detailed what caused the crash in the desert near the Salton Sea in September 2022. Investigators determined that mistakes made by dispatchers at the railroad’s headquarters in Omaha led to the train being routed directly into the parked railcars. One dispatcher even overruled the train crew who said they had been told by a colleague that cars were still parked on that siding, because his computer screen didn’t show anything on that track. The NTSB said a dispatcher inappropriately removed a note in the computer indicating the track was occupied two weeks earlier without verifying the tracks were empty. Another dispatcher that night ignored a separate warning about the siding and sent the train into it also without checking to be sure the tracks were empty. Both actions violated Union Pacific’s rules.
Omaha nonprofit 'City Sprouts' plants life lessons on and off the farm
OMAHA, Neb. — Since 1995,City Sprouts has worked to grow community through gardening, education and giving back. "We bring 400-500 pounds of culturally preferred produce a week that gets distributed for free for community members," said Aaron French, City Sprouts' manager of Urban Farm Initiatives. "We've got a wonderful...
Wisconsin woman arrested in Nebraska for allegedly shooting and killing man in Ohio
BEAVERCREEK, Ohio (WFRV) – A 52-year-old Wisconsin woman was arrested on Tuesday morning in Nebraska after being linked to a suspicious death investigation in Ohio. According to a release, authorities in Beavercreek, Ohio, responded to the 1800 block of Maple Lane for a report of a suspicious death. Upon arrival, the Beavercreek Police Department found the victim, identified as Michael Corrigan from Beavercreek.
Triage announces acquisition of RTG Medical
Triage, a leading medical staffing agency headquartered in Omaha, has announced its acquisition of RTG Medical of Fremont. RTG was founded in 2001. The company’s nursing, long-term care and allied divisions will bolster Triage’s existing healthcare staffing footprint. The expansion of these divisions at Triage means good things for both Triage and RTG. Travelers will have direct access to an expanded allied and travel nurse job pools and top-tier vendor relationships that will deliver more quality locations and facilities.
Sturdevant selected as superintendent of Agate Fossil Beds, Scotts Bluff N. M.
OMAHA, Neb. — The National Park Service (NPS) has selected Jay Sturdevant as the superintendent of Scotts Bluff National Monument and Agate Fossil Beds National Monument located in western Nebraska. Sturdevant is currently serving as the integrated resources division lead at Pearl Harbor National Monument and Honouliuli National Historic...
Aug. 20: Omaha Human Rights and Relations Board
During the Human Rights and Relations (HRR) board meeting, executive director Cailin Daly Dejillas and deputy director Christian Espinosa updated the board on HRR operations. They noted that the restorative justice program has completed 157 cases to date, and 180 organizations are now part of HRR’s small and emerging businesses program. Rights investigations have remained stable with 20-30 cases annually, and the HRR department, in collaboration with the University of Nebraska at Omaha, has started work on the poverty elimination action plan mandated by the state, with a community survey launching Oct. 3.
Creighton blanks reigning MAC champion Western Michigan 3-0 in 2024 home debut
The Creighton women’s soccer team had 11 days to sit on the momentum from their first win of the season on August 18 at Iowa State. They didn’t let the opportunity to build on it pass them by. The Bluejays handed Western Michigan a 3-0 defeat on Thursday afternoon in their home opener at the friendly confines of Morrison Stadium to improve their record to 2-1-0 in the fall. It’s the most goals CU has scored in a clean sheet in their home opener since 1998.
Golftec continues U.S. expansion with second Omaha location
OMAHA, Nebraska (August 29, 2024) – GOLFTEC, the world leader in golf improvement, today announced it has opened its second center in Omaha, Neb., continuing the company’s U.S. expansion. Situated in the burgeoning community of Northwest Omaha, the 3,300-square foot facility has five hitting bays, which allow members...
6th Annual Aviation STEM Day is Saturday at Millard Airport, Hague Howey Talks About the Free Event
Aviation stemAHA, has a mission of opening young minds to the vast array of STEM career opportunities in Aviation that are just waiting to be explored. And to that end, there’s the Aviation stemAHA event on Saturday August 31, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This free event has things of interest for the whole family.
Huskers welcome Omaha, Creighton this week
The Nebraska soccer team (1-2-0) is looking to bounce back this week as it welcomes Omaha (2-0-2) on Thursday, Aug 28 and Creighton (1-1-0) on Sunday, Sept. 1. Both matches will be played at Hibner Stadium and streamed on Big Ten Plus, while Thursday’s match is set for 7:05 p.m. (CT) and action on Sunday is slated for 1:05 p.m. (CT).
Baby Girl Declared Safe Haven in July
(Des Moines) Through the Safe Haven Law, a baby girl, born July 30 is now in the care and custody of the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and will be placed with foster families until permanent placement is determined. This brings the overall total to 71 infants since the law went into effect more than two decades ago. This is the fifth case so far in 2024. In 2023, ten infants were relinquished to HHS custody under the Safe Haven Act.
Why Are Egg Prices Going up in Eastern Iowa?
Egg prices are increasing in eastern Iowa...again!. This is something we've seen and something we've been through before here in eastern Iowa but what is the reasoning behind this? Is it the standard "supply chain" problem we've grown accustomed to hearing? Is it because of the bird flu? Maybe it's a combination of all of these things. What's the biggest cause behind the increase in price this time?
Iowans Express Concern Over Distracted Driving
(Des Moines) For the second consecutive year, the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau and Iowa State Patrol collaborated at the Iowa State Fair to survey attendees on cell phone use while driving. The survey, conducted with over 1,300 Iowans from nearly every county, revealed significant concerns about distracted driving. Despite...
Five Members of a Burglary Ring Accused Of Targeting Rural Iowa Pharmacies
(Undated) Dozens of individuals from Houston, Texas, are facing charges in connection with over 200 pharmacy thefts across 31 states, including rural areas of Nebraska and Iowa. The thefts, totaling an estimated 12 million dollars worth of controlled substances, were part of a trend that began in Arkansas and spread to multiple states. The stolen drugs, including hydrocodone, oxycodone, and Xanax, were taken back to Houston and resold. Officials emphasize that these crimes have real victims who depend on their prescription medications and urge the public only to take medications prescribed by a medical professional.
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