Geo resource failed to load. . The Omaha mask mandate has ended. An editorial in the Oct. OMAHA, Neb. Now, all area hospitals are. 9, 2022 at 2:07 PM PST OMAHA, Neb. m. The suit said Huse. 1 of 3. 11, 2022 at 4:30 PM PST. 3) inquiring how to tell if a respirator purchased meets the requirements of the National Institute of Occupational Health (NIOSH. Omaha mayor: Mask mandate doesn’t make sense. Above, a sign. 12 and will continue until Omaha hits certain numbers that indicate a significant decrease in cases. m. Do I have to wear a mask in church?OMAHA, Neb. 9. . A few spoke outright against the mask mandate that was issued by Huse in January, labeling it a form of government overreach. WASHINGTON (AP) — In a major step toward returning to pre-pandemic life, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention eased mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people on Thursday, allowing them to stop wearing masks outdoors in crowds and in most indoor settings. As of Wednesday afternoon, local hospitals were 87% full, with 186 beds available, down from 210 the day prior. Dr. LINCOLN — Nebraska lawmakers advanced a bill Wednesday that would allow employees to claim health or religious exemptions from employer-mandated COVID-19 vaccines. OMAHA, Neb. Health director issues temporary mask mandate for Omaha; AG threatens lawsuitThe mask mandate that has been in place in Omaha for the past two weeks is here to stay, according to JudgeStratman's ruling. Last time around in 2020, the Omaha city council ordered the mask mandate. Douglas County Health Director Lindsay Huse has declared an emergency mask mandate for the city of Omaha. OMAHA, Neb. Omaha's mask mandate has been extended for at least one week because the benchmarks for ending the ordinance have not been met, the Douglas County Health Department announced Wednesday. Douglas County Health Director Lindsay Huse asked the state for authority to issue a mask mandate but was turned down. OMAHA, Neb. Lindsay Huse for a temporary mask mandate in Douglas County. Stratman ruled in. (WOWT) - The State of Nebraska on Tuesday denied the Douglas County health director’s request for a DHM implementing a temporary local. Mask mandate may be coming to Omaha. —. Nevada Then-Gov. Encouraged by declining COVID cases and widespread vaccine availability, the Omaha City Council is poised to let the city's mask mandate expire on May 25. The new mask mandate in Lancaster County is similar to the one that. 3; health board backs requirement. (KLKN) – Douglas County Health Department has implemented a mask mandate due to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases, the mandate will be reviewed at a minimum of every 4 weeks. The mask mandate announced Tuesday by Douglas County Health Director Lindsay Huse was set to take effect at 12:01 a. Health Director Dr. Tuesday, May 25th 2021, 10:48 AM CDT By News Channel Nebraska OMAHA, Neb. Lindsay Huse on Tuesday issued a temporary indoor mask mandate for the City of Omaha, effective at 12:01 a. For the mandate to end, the. (KLKN) – Douglas County Health Department has implemented a mask mandate due to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases, the. . The Omaha City Council voted 7-0 in favor of the mask mandate. Nebraska Attorney General Doug Peterson filed a lawsuit Thursday against the Omaha mask mandate put into effect by the Douglas County health director. Case counts drop below 200 per 100,000 for a 7-day total. . Lindsay Huse for a temporary mask mandate in Douglas County. The mandate was enacted Jan. Dr. (WOWT) - The Douglas County Health Department’s updated order on the mask mandate Wednesday stipulates the mandate could fall away before its. Lindsay Huse on Tuesday issued a temporary indoor mask mandate for the City of Omaha, effective at 12:01 a. The policy change at OPS came after Douglas County Health Director Lindsay Huse lifted the temporary indoor mask mandate for Omaha on Feb. Reece Ristau Feb 9, 2021 Feb 9, 2021 Updated Mar 17, 2022; 0; Omaha City Council members wear masks at a meeting. (WOWT) - The Douglas County Health Department’s updated order on the mask mandate Wednesday stipulates the mandate could. MSNColleen Durante, an Omaha area teacher, adjusts the mask of her daughter, Cecilia, 4, during a Monday demonstration at Memorial Park by Omaha area educators demanding a mask mandate before. Published: Jan. 16. (WOWT) - The Douglas County Health Department’s updated order on the mask mandate Wednesday stipulates the mandate could. Lindsay Huse called for a mask mandate during her COVID-19 update to Board of Commissioners on Tuesday morning, Aug. Lindsey Huse 0 OMAHA, Neb. Omaha’s mask mandate began on Wednesday, Jan. That means the council would have to pass an emergency ordinance to keep it from expiring on May 25. Published 1:49 PM PDT, July 4, 2023 A judge on Tuesday prohibited several federal agencies and officials of the Biden administration from working with social media companies about “protected speech,” a decision called “a blow to censorship” by one of the Republican officials whose lawsuit prompted the ruling. he mandate enacted by Douglas County Health Director Lindsay Huse is an absolutely necessary measure; however, it is important to emphasize that masks are only one part of the solution. Omaha mask mandate stays in place; no easy way for state to appeal judge's ruling. Nebraska sues to block Omaha mask order. -- After nine controversial months, Omaha’s mask mandate is ending. The mandate was. Lindsay Huse announced she planned to issue a mask mandate for the City of Omaha, she told the Douglas County Board of Health. Wednesday within. OMAHA, Neb. By Gina Dvorak Published: Feb. Douglas County update. (WOWT) - Attorney General Doug Peterson says the health director never got permission. The complaint filed in Douglas County District Court states: “The mask mandate is unlawful because, as alleged herein, the mandate exceeds Dr. Show Transcript. on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2021 at 8:16 AM PDT | Updated: Aug. The mask mandate set to go into effect in Omaha at 12:01 a. Omaha mask mandate stays. With COVID cases rising and limited hospital capacity, Douglas County Health Director Lindsay Huse said Tuesday that she will issue an indoor mask mandate for the city of Omaha effectivePublic support for a mask mandate in Omaha gained momentum on Friday, capping a week in which Douglas County saw its highest three-day run of new coronavirus cases since the end of May. OMAHA, Neb. Nearly eight months after the expiration of Omaha's previous mask mandate, round two arrived at 12:01 a. From Omaha's first full day of the mask mandate on Aug. OMAHA, Neb. 0. The health. They hope their customers will too and keep coming in the door. Lindsay Huse on Tuesday issued a temporary indoor mask mandate for the City of Omaha, effective at 12:01 a. Attorneys for the City of Omaha filed court documents Wednesday explaining why they believe they’re right when it comes to the Nebraska Attorney General’s lawsuit fighting the Omaha mask mandate. Masks will be optional in most areas of all local. Unlike Jean Stothert and Pete Ricketts, I know you care about the health and well-being of Omaha. Douglas County Health Director Lindsay Huse announced Tuesday a temporary mask mandate for Omaha. David City’s mayor on Saturday issued a mask mandate through an executive order, though the measure is not enforceable. Attorney General Doug Peterson has filed a lawsuit against Douglas County Health Director Lindsay Huse and other county and city officials challenging Huse's Omaha mask mandate effective Wednesday. OMAHA, Neb. —. . Three people, including a 15-year-old girl, died in a head-on collision on U. m. The invitation comes from Dr. Katrina Sperl,A mask mandate announced this week for Douglas County, Nebraska, has drawn criticism from Governor Pete Ricketts and the mayor of Omaha, the largest city in the county and state. . — The Omaha mask mandate has ended. Douglas County announces mask mandate for Omaha January 11, 2022 5:31 pm Jordan Himes OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The emotional debate over who has the power to issue a mask mandate in Omaha. Lindsay Huse on Tuesday issued a temporary indoor mask mandate for the City of Omaha, effective at 12:01 a. Citing vaccination levels, Lincoln to end months-long mask mandate. 53,945): No, mayor has said the city is. There are several exceptions to the. A trial date has been set in Douglas County Court for Omaha's mask mandate. OMAHA, Neb. Health and city officials consider new mask mandate in Omaha. But when it comes to the state’s 93. Matt Olberding. Mask information. ” 3. The Douglas County Health Department is set to review the mask mandate on Wednesday, Feb. . Wednesday. The hearing will be on June 16 at 9 a. OMAHA, Neb. An amended version of. Effective Wednesday, Douglas County Health Director Lindsay Huse has lifted the. Colleen Durante, an Omaha area teacher, adjusts the mask of her daughter, Cecilia, 4, during a Monday demonstration at Memorial Park by Omaha area educators demanding a mask mandate before. A mask mandate was announced this week for Douglas County, Nebraska, amid pushback from the state's governor and the mayor of Omaha, the largest city in the county and state. An Omaha City Council vote is scheduled for Oct. Lindsay Huse announced the move, three. . Huse’s authority under the Omaha Municipal Code, the mandate conflicts with applicable state law, the portions of the Omaha Municipal Code that Dr. The state of Nebraska on Wednesday filed a lawsuit in an effort to stop the city of Omaha from enforcing a mask mandate, as the number of COVID-19 cases in the Cornhusker State continue to rise. Jordan Himes. OMAHA, Neb. 12, the day after Huse ordered the mask mandate for Omaha, Nebraska Attorney General Doug Peterson filed a lawsuit against her and other county officials challenging it. DEATHS: The Douglas County Health Department on Tuesday reported seven COVID-19 deaths:. Omaha's mask mandate has been extended for at least one week because the benchmarks for ending the ordinance have not been met, the Douglas County Health. Bellevue (pop. Douglas County Health Director Dr. This came after Monday's hearing which was the first hearing on the case. OMAHA, Neb. 30, 2021 at 9:01 AM PDT. Dr. LINCOLN — The State of Nebraska would have challenged an Omaha mask mandate in court, Gov. The mask mandate is unlawful because, as alleged herein, the mandate exceeds Dr. . On Tuesday, the City of Omaha city council unanimously voted to extend the mask mandate. That federal mandate doesn’t expire until Sept. OMAHA, Neb. The hearing on the matter is set for Monday, Jan. Steve Sisolak ended the state’s mask mandate Feb. Stratman. (AP) — Mask mandates are expiring in several of the state’s largest cities as more people continue to get vaccinated for the coronavirus. The City Council voted 6-2 to approve the mandate, which takes effect Friday and expires Feb. Instead,. . 0. People in the city no longer must wear masks in most grocery stores, businesses, churches. Tuesday, May 25th 2021, 10:48 AM CDT By News Channel Nebraska OMAHA, Neb. 12-26. Wednesday. (KMTV) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now recommends that people vaccinated against COVID-19 wear masks indoors in parts of the country where the pandemic is surging. 23. By News Channel Nebraska. Staff Contributor,Douglas County Health Director Lindsay Huse, acting in her capacity as the City of Omaha’s public health director, issued the temporary indoor mask mandate for the city on Jan. Wednesday for local establishments. Any guests, staff or volunteers will be asked to wear a mask, according to the Open Door. Geo resource failed to load. — The Omaha mask mandate has ended. 9, 2022 at 2:07 PM PST. Douglas County Health Department extended Omaha’s mask mandate for at least a week on Wednesday, arguing the metrics required to lift the mandate have not been met. —. Published: Feb. Published 2:04 PM PDT, January 13, 2022. (KMTV) — Nebraska health officials filed suit late Wednesday seeking an injunction to stop Douglas County Health Director Dr. 12, with two benchmarks: one regarding hospital capacity and the other following the seven-day average of cases per 100,000 people. Front row from left: Vinny Palermo and Brinker Harding. Case counts must be below 200 per 100,000 on a seven-day total and hospital capacity needs to be at or below 85% for seven consecutive days. January 13, 2022 10:13 am. 1 and reported. (WOWT) - Despite a threat from the state attorney general to take legal action, Omaha’s mask mandate went into effect at 12:01 a. Douglas County update. Omaha’s mayor is pushing back against calls for a county-wide mask mandate. OMAHA, Neb. On Jan. 12 while the Douglas County Health Director maintained that city code gave her the power to do that. Lindsay Huse announced the mask mandate on Jan. Omaha’s mask mandate will be in effect until at least Nov. Feb 16, 2022 Feb 16, 2022 Updated Feb 18, 2022; 0 Effective Wednesday, Douglas County Health Director Lindsay Huse has lifted the temporary indoor. Plaintiffs refer to as the “measure,” “mandate,” or “mask mandate. The Douglas County Health Department announced Wednesday that the ordinance is lifted by Health Director Lindsay Huse as of Feb. Lindsey Huse to call off the Omaha mask mandate. The Omaha City Council voted 7-0 in favor of the mask mandate. 24, 2021. Thursday, January 13, 2022 Lincoln-- Late yesterday, the Attorney General filed a lawsuit seeking to stop enforcement of the Omaha mask mandate. Millard, Elkhorn school districts notify students. One report says it already has. Omaha, Nebraska's new face mask mandate is cleared in court after a judge agreed that the county health director did, in fact, have the authority to implement a mandate. OMAHA, Neb. City and state make arguments in fight over Omaha mask mandateOMAHA, Neb. Published 1:49 PM PDT, July 4, 2023 A judge on Tuesday prohibited several federal agencies and officials of the Biden administration from working with social media companies about “protected speech,” a decision called “a blow to censorship” by one of the Republican officials whose lawsuit prompted the ruling. Given all that, could. By JOSH FUNK January 11, 2022 OMAHA, Neb. One report says it already has. A judge refused to block Omaha's new mask mandate Tuesday, Jan. The Public Pulse: OPS mask mandate; City council vote; Nursing home closures. Omaha’s mask mandate began on Jan. (KLKN) – Douglas County Health Department has implemented a mask mandate due to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases, the mandate will be reviewed at a minimum of every 4 weeks. Published 1:49 PM PDT, July 4, 2023 A judge on Tuesday prohibited several federal agencies and officials of the Biden administration from working with social media companies about “protected speech,” a decision called “a blow to censorship” by one of the Republican officials whose lawsuit prompted the ruling. OMAHA, Neb. m. Lincoln’s mask mandate will expire at the end of Thursday, Omaha’s will disappear at the end of next Tuesday and in the Omaha suburbs, Ralston ended its mandate earlier this week, the. The Omaha City Council unanimously voted to pass a mask mandate at its regular meeting Tuesday afternoon. 21, 2022 at 3:55 PM PST. 16. Dec 21, 2021 Updated Jan 13, 2022. Judge Shelly Stratman oversees a remote hearing Monday at the Douglas County Courthouse on the fate of Omaha’s temporary mask mandate. Dan Crisler. 470,702): Yes, city mask mandate. Lindsay Huse, Health Director of the Douglas County Board of Health, without approval from the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. 27, 2020 at 8:27 PM PDT. (KLKN) – The highly contagious omicron variant is setting records in Nebraska and the U. (WOWT) - Despite a threat from the state attorney general to take legal action, Omaha’s mask mandate went into effect at 12:01 a. m. (KLKN) – Douglas County Health Department has implemented a mask mandate due to the. OMAHA, Neb. Published 1:49 PM PDT, July 4, 2023 A judge on Tuesday prohibited several federal agencies and officials of the Biden administration from working with social media companies about “protected speech,” a decision called “a blow to censorship” by one of the Republican officials whose lawsuit prompted the ruling. OMAHA, Neb. Lindsay Huse argues the politicization of public health has complicated her. Updated: Jan. Wednesday for local establishments. 12 Comments. This is in response to Bev Hornig (Pulse, Feb. Omaha’s mask mandate requires adults and children 5 and older to wear masks over their nose and mouth in many indoor settings, including businesses, schools and places of worship. CHRIS MACHIAN/THE WORLD-HERALD. Lindsay Huse on Tuesday issued a temporary indoor mask mandate for the City of Omaha, effective at 12:01 a. Creighton University lifts mask mandate, with some exceptions. All in all, after the system was put in place, about 40,000 calls were taken: The machine took close to 20,000 calls against Omaha’s mask mandate and close to 17,000 in favor. (KMTV) — Omaha's city council voted 7-0 in favor of a mask mandate on Tuesday afternoon. The Open Door Mission said it is complying with Omaha's mask mandate — and is also requesting donations. When the city council recently refused to extend the mandate, which began in August, it appeared that the mandate would shut down at midnight Tuesday. A lawsuit has been filed to stop enforcement of the Omaha mask mandate. Instead, when the new year came, it brought the highly contagious omicron variant. (WOWT) - Omaha Public Schools board rolled back its mask requirement Thursday night as COVID-19 cases continue to decline in Douglas County. ) addresses reporters during his weekly on-camera press conference on Thursday, September 23, 2021. . Wednesday applies to indoor settings, with some exceptions. Lindsay Huse announced her intent to declare a mask mandate for the City of Omaha effective at midnight. Huse tells 6 News those numbers give us a picture of how. A lawsuit has been filed to stop enforcement of the Omaha mask mandate. AG DOUG PETERSON FILES LAWSUIT TO STOP OMAHA MASK MANDATEOn Tuesday, Nebraska Attorney General Doug Peterson explained why his office filed a lawsuit against the Douglas County Health Department. The board is considering the policy change after Douglas County Health Director Lindsay Huse lifted the temporary indoor mask mandate for Omaha on Feb. Health Director Dr. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Students and staff at Ralston’s middle school and high schools in suburban Omaha are now required to wear masks following new cases of COVID-19 in the district, officials announced. (KPTM) — The mask mandate that has been in place in Omaha for the past two weeks is here to stay, according to Judge Stratman's ruling. (WOWT) - Douglas County Health Department officials are planning a mask mandate and leaders say most of it will be based on the Lincoln. The. While recent data has shown progress, the numbers don’t yet meet the benchmarks set by Dr. . (AP) — Health officials want to impose a new mask mandate in Omaha to slow the spread of COVID-19 as surging virus cases continue to strain hospital capacity, but the state said it would sue to block the rule if it is imposed Wednesday as planned. OMAHA, Neb. Posted at 6:11 PM, May 25, 2021 and last updated 4:27 PM, May 25, 2021 OMAHA, Neb. When the city council recently refused to extend the mandate, which began in August, it appeared that the mandate would shut down at midnight Tuesday. Nearly eight months after the expiration of Omaha's previous mask mandate, round two arrived at 12:01 a. Published 1:49 PM PDT, July 4, 2023 A judge on Tuesday prohibited several federal agencies and officials of the Biden administration from working with social media companies about “protected speech,” a decision called “a blow to censorship” by one of the Republican officials whose lawsuit prompted the ruling. Douglas County announces mask mandate for Omaha January 11, 2022 5:31 pm Jordan Himes OMAHA, Neb. One report says it already has. 9, 2022 at 2:07 PM PST OMAHA, Neb. Pour said there has been a legal disagreement between the city and the attorney general's. 12, 2022 at 7:22 AM PST OMAHA, Neb. 9% so far this week. Political newcomer Sara Kohen, a Democrat, is challenging two-term incumbent Aimee Melton, a Republican, by arguing that Melton. m. -- After nine controversial months, Omaha’s mask mandate is ending. Two weeks later, her dismembered. Wednesday. Do I have to wear a mask in church?Hours after announcing a mask policy change at Westside Community Schools, Superintendent Mike Lucas reported Thursday afternoon that he and the district had received backlash and threats from the. With his masked kids trailing behind him at the North 30th Street Family Fare, the father offered a sheepish smile. (WOWT) - The judge in the Omaha mask mandate case on Tuesday narrowed a group of 13 defendants named in the lawsuit filed last month by the State of Nebraska. OMAHA, Neb. Omahans will now have to wear masks or face coverings inside schools, businesses, churches and other indoor public settings after the Omaha City Council voted 7-0 to implement the maskIt only took hours for some elected officials to oppose the city of Omaha's mask mandate, which takes effect at midnight Wednesday. Published: Jul. The Douglas County Health Department is set to review the mask mandate on Wednesday, Feb. LINCOLN — At his regular coronavirus press conferences, Gov. OMAHA, Neb. . 3% the week Lincoln’s mask mandate started to 5. OMAHA, Neb. By JOSH FUNK January 11, 2022. Nebraska's Attorney General Doug Peterson was hoping to stop the mandate after claiming Huse had no legal authority to put a mandate. January 12, 2022 8:26 am. 12, 1974, Omaha World-Herald stated “… the (new library) must figure into any planning for the mall because it is envisioned as the ‘headboard,’ so to speak, of. (WOWT) - Dr. A Douglas County District Judge has upheld the Omaha mask mandate — for now. Huse first announced the mask mandate during the Douglas County Board of Commissioners meeting on. Judge Shelly Stratman ruled Tuesday against the state’s motion to declare an injunction. Thank you Dr. Melton wants schools and businesses to have a choice of whether or not to. Douglas County Health Director Dr. m. SOUTH OMAHA: Testing and vaccinations are available at OneWorld, located at 4920 S. Jordan Himes. By Brian Mastre. The state had argued that local health officials didn't have the authority to issue the new mask rule that took effect Jan. (WOWT) - A major group of health systems and medical centers in Nebraska announced Monday a plan to move away from mask requirements. Pete Ricketts endorses Jim Pillen in governor's race. UNL’s lifting of its indoor mask requirement coincides with the end of Lancaster County’s indoor mask mandate as of 11:59 p. Lindsay Huse told the board of commissioners Tuesday morning she has filed for a. Cases in Omaha were trending downward in the six weeks after Omaha’s mask mandate took effect in mid-August, but all through October, the area has seen a “sharp increase,” Pour told the council. An Omaha doctor who specializes in infectious diseases said a mask mandate in Omaha will help slow the increase in COVID cases and cushion the… Masks returning at all schools in Papillion La. —. Julie Anderson Jul 23, 2020 Jul 23, 2020; 0; 1 of 2 Douglas County health officials are taking steps toward requiring people to wear masks in indoor public. (WOWT) - Omaha firefighters and police officers are now required to wear surgical masks while indoors and on patrol in accordance with a mandate put in place Wednesday. tonight, millard doubles down saying masks will not be required >> i continue to get asked and. It was set to expire Feb. Judge Shelly Stratman ruled in favor of Dr. OMAHA, Neb. So what happens next? BILL KELLY, BYLINE: The Omaha City Council allowed its original mask mandate to expire in May of last year, when there were hopes COVID would start to fade with summer's arrival. OMAHA, Neb. S. 16. Huse invokes to justify her mandate are. The new mask ordinance will be in place until May 25. Reece Ristau Nov 10, 2020 Nov 10, 2020; 0; City Council member Ben Gray has introduced an amendment to Omaha’s mask requirement that. Dr. Lindsay Huse said earlier this week, local governing bodies should enact a mask mandate to keep the community safe. Omaha's mask mandate has been extended for at least one week because the benchmarks for ending the ordinance have not been met, the Douglas County Health Department announced. Omaha Public Schools informed staff and families on Friday that its board of education would be re-evaluating the need to continue mandatory masking in OPS. Mask mandate will stay in place in Omaha, Douglas County judge rules. Aug 6, 2021 Updated Sep 11, 2022. New Omaha mask mandate not being considered, officials say Councilman Pete Festersen and other City Council members say finding ways to get more people vaccinated against COVID will be the best. Published 1:49 PM PDT, July 4, 2023 A judge on Tuesday prohibited several federal agencies and officials of the Biden administration from working with social media companies about “protected speech,” a decision called “a blow to censorship” by one of the Republican officials whose lawsuit prompted the ruling. 9. Huse invokes to justify herThe mandate began Jan. 12. OMAHA, Neb. The benchmarks for ending the mandate include: Sign up for our Newsletters Case counts drop below 200. OMAHA, Neb. Colleen Durante, an Omaha area teacher, adjusts the mask of her daughter, Cecilia, 4, during a Monday demonstration at Memorial Park by Omaha area educators demanding a mask mandate before. Omaha City council member Aimee Melton gave an update on where Council stands. OMAHA, Neb. This came after Monday's hearing which was the first hearing on the case. (WOWT) - When Douglas County Health Director Dr. 27, 2020 at 5:04 PM CDT OMAHA, Neb. Tue, January 25th 2022, 10:10 AM PST Dr. There’s no longer a fifth vote to do it. The board voted unanimously to remove the. Douglas County Health Director Lindsay Huse announced. (WOWT) - A mask mandate is coming to Omaha. The Omaha City Council voted 7-0 in favor of the mask mandate. He's a born-and-raised Nebraskan and UNL graduate. Douglas County Health Director Dr. Adi Pour revealed Thursday afternoon during a news conference with Mayor Jean Stothert that while there. On. Tuesday, May 25th 2021, 10:48 AM CDT By News Channel Nebraska OMAHA, Neb. The Omaha City Council voted 7-0 in favor of the mask mandate. Nearly two months ago, Huse issued a mask mandate for Omaha amid a. Nebraska Gov. OMAHA, Neb. Published 1:49 PM PDT, July 4, 2023 A judge on Tuesday prohibited several federal agencies and officials of the Biden administration from working with social media companies about “protected speech,” a decision called “a blow to censorship” by one of the Republican officials whose lawsuit prompted the ruling. Effective immediately, masks or face coverings will be required by adults and children age 5 and. Highway 71 about six miles northeast of Atlantic, Iowa. Mayor Stothert — former nurse Stothert — please do just a notch above the absolute bare minimum and support a mask mandate to help relieve the overwhelming surge of patients hitting hospitals now. 24. Also on Tuesday, Nebraska Attorney General Doug. The next step for implementing a mask mandate in Omaha August 25, 2021 at 7:14 PM Yesterday, the State of Nebraska rejected a call from Douglas County Health Director Dr. The mask mandate would last four weeks at a minimum. 16. Omaha has decided that shutting down the local economy isn’t a viable way to keep coronavirus cases at low levels, Douglas County. 16 amid declining case numbers and hospitalizations. Sorry, this video is not available, please check back later. Call 402-734-4110 to make an appointment for vaccinating anyone age 12 and older. Jan 10, 2022 Updated Feb 15, 2023. Published: Jan. Emily Nitcher , Jessica Wade. Wednesday. . As local COVID-19 positivity reached a record high for the pandemic, Mayor Jean Stothert said Monday that she doesn’t think Omaha needs a mask. Posted at 12:06 PM, Jan 16, 2022. and last updated 4:27 PM, May 25, 2021. (WOWT) - Dr. (KMTV) — Omaha's mask debate may be winding down as the city's mandate moves one step closer to coming to an end. Huse says Omaha’s mask mandate is currently under review and she could make an announcement concerning the mandate tomorrow. 0. Nebraska's governor said the city's mask mandate is "illegal. (KMTV) — Wearing a mask in public places in Omaha will be a choice and no longer a legal requirement starting midnight Tuesday. Our best staff images from November 2020 Photos: Our best staff images. Omaha mask mandate hearing: Judge hears arguments Gina Dvorak, Brian Mastre 1/24/2022 Inflation cooled off in December to 6. Douglas County health officials are still talking about mandating masks for the sake of metro hospitals hitting capacity. Omaha mask mandate sparks lawsuit threats Rising omicron cases force difficult decisions regarding masks. (AP) — Health officials want to impose a new mask mandate in Omaha to slow the spread of COVID-19 as surging virus cases continue to strain hospital capacity, but the state said it would sue to block the rule if it is imposed Wednesday as planned. OMAHA, Neb. Mayor Stothert says she won’t support a mask mandate for Omaha By Gina Dvorak and John Chapman Published: Aug. 24, 2021. OMAHA, Neb. Sec. 11 during the surge of the omicron variant. OMAHA, Neb. Friday. 16, 2017. Gretna is looking at the mandates in Omaha, Kearney and Beatrice as it drafts its own, Kooistra said.