Tale of two Nebraska cities: Use of mayoral pardons varies widely in Lincoln and Omaha

Jasmine Harris faced job rejections due to a misdemeanor conviction. The conviction haunted her. In 2017, she received a mayoral pardon in Omaha, one of Nebraska's two cities offering such clemency.

January 22, 2026Updated: January 22, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Tale of two Nebraska cities: Use of mayoral pardons varies widely in Lincoln and Omaha

Regional

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State

Troopers Encourage Safe Driving as Summer Travel Revs Up

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Tale of two Nebraska cities: Use of mayoral pardons varies widely in Lincoln and Omaha

Regional

Cheyenne man arrested following fire at historic pump house

Do Jackson Hole’s busiest trails create a wildlife ‘sacrifice zone’? Study finds coexistence.

Colorado Democrats censure governor for conspiracy theorist sentence commutation

Eggs, milk, lifesaving skills: CPR training pops up outside Valentine grocery store

State

Troopers Encourage Safe Driving as Summer Travel Revs Up

Scottsbluff police investigate accidental shotgun discharge involving dog in vehicle

Memorial Day services set for Monday

Murray State CC, of Oklahoma, wins NJCAA Division 2 Golf Title

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Nebraska Dunes golf course set to reopen after major renovations

Sports

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Lowery wins state high jump title as area athletes shine at Burke Stadium

Avs defenseman Cale Makar sidelined for Game 2 of Western Conference Final with to upper-body injury

2026 Nebraska State Track and Field Championships: Southeast Nebraska Qualifiers and Results

Mitchell Deer closes UNK career at NCAA Championships

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Ag & Outdoor

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Powell wins 56th Cornhusker Trap Shoot

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