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Author-journalist-blogger Leo Adam Biga has been telling stories about people, their passions and their magnificent obsessions for four decades. The Omaha native and UNO graduate is a freelance contributing writer for various print publications and online media platforms. His work has been recognized by the Omaha Press Club, the Nebraska Press Association and the American Jewish Press Association. He is the author of the books "Alexander Payne: His Journey in Film" and "Crossing Bridges: A Priest's Uplifting Life Among the Downtrodden."

Posted inGreater Nebraska, Historically Excluded

Women following in the footsteps of ‘Dr. Susan’ continue Native healthcare legacy

by Leo Adam BigaSeptember 2, 2026September 14, 2026

More than 110 years after the death of Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte, Native women in Nebraska still are inspired by her to go into the medical field.

Posted inMetro, Omaha

Nebraska musicians move to New York (and elsewhere) for careers but keep their hometown roots 

by Leo Adam BigaAugust 19, 2026August 31, 2026
Posted inHistorically Excluded, Metro, Omaha

A family reunion drew 500 people to an Omaha park. It’s been going for over 100 years. 

by Leo Adam BigaAugust 13, 2026August 31, 2026
Posted inHistorically Excluded, Metro, Omaha

‘A long time coming’: Omaha singer’s opera set to debut — and possibly join elite company

by Leo Adam BigaAugust 7, 2026August 31, 2026
Posted inGreater Nebraska

Fifty years ago, a documentary chronicled a Nebraska high school’s class reunion. It’s about to hit the big screen.

by Leo Adam BigaJuly 17, 2026July 31, 2026
Posted inGreater Nebraska

A documentary brought Brandon Teena’s murder to a national audience. Its makers are working on a sequel.

by Leo Adam BigaJune 10, 2026June 29, 2026
Posted inHistorically Excluded, Metro, Omaha

Even while playing pro basketball overseas, Omaha women come home to give back

by Leo Adam BigaMay 21, 2026June 2, 2026
Posted inOmaha, Statewide

New film ‘Omaha’ was inspired by a disastrous Nebraska law. It’s winning praise from critics.

by Leo Adam BigaApril 28, 2026May 13, 2026
Posted inHistorically Excluded, Omaha

A stroke nearly struck her down. Now this ‘good little missionary’ from Nebraska is chasing Big Apple stardom.

by Leo Adam BigaDecember 3, 2025December 18, 2025
Posted inHistorically Excluded, Metro, Omaha

Omaha doc ‘A Time for Burning’ offered an honest look at race in 1960s America. It’s still relevant today.

by Leo Adam BigaOctober 30, 2025December 3, 2025

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