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Douglas County approves new gang violence coordinator at youth center

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Douglas County approves new gang violence coordinator at youth center

OMAHA, Nebraska (WOWT) – Ronald Smith is taking over as the new gang prevention coordinator at the Douglas County Youth Center. Smith has a lot of experience helping youth on the streets. He was YouTurn’s street manager for seven years, sharing his personal experiences as a former gang member and working to help youth turn […]

Alleged involvement of an 11-year-old in a murder in Omaha reignites debate about juvenile justice

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Alleged involvement of an 11-year-old in a murder in Omaha reignites debate about juvenile justice

OMAHA, Nebraska (WOWT) – Just before midnight Tuesday, 64-year-old Mursal Jama was shot and killed in front of his home. Investigators believe six young people between the ages of 11 and 17 took his SUV and left town, allegedly to steal more weapons. So far, three of those arrested are being tried as adults for […]