FBI Omaha is working closer to home than most people realize. In this episode of The Inner Circle, Gil Cohen sits down with Eugene Kowal, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI's Omaha Field Office, overseeing Nebraska and Iowa operations.

From cyber threats and foreign interference to gang violence, drug trafficking, and agricultural security, Kowal explains how federal, state, and local agencies work shoulder to shoulder to protect our communities. You'll hear how the FBI responds to ransomware attacks, ATM jackpotting, terrorism threats, and organized crime — and why partnerships are the backbone of modern law enforcement.

Kowal also shares his personal journey from Manhattan prosecutor to FBI leadership, what a day in his role actually looks like, and how the Bureau is recruiting the next generation of agents and analysts.

If you've ever wondered what the FBI is really doing in Nebraska and Iowa, this episode provides a rare, behind-the-scenes look.

Learn more about Operation Winter Shield:
https://www.fbi.gov/investigate/cyber/wintershield

Follow the links to learn more:

https://www.fbijobs.gov
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/omaha

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Before algorithms, outrage, and 24/7 news cycles, journalism was built on trust, relationships, and deep knowledge of the community. In this episode of The Inner Circle, Gil Cohen sits down with two true legends of Omaha media, investigative reporter Mike McKnight and sports broadcaster Dave Webber, whose combined careers span nearly 100 years.

They reflect on what it meant to earn credibility before social media, how investigative journalism really worked behind the scenes, and why knowing a city's people and history mattered more than speed or clicks. From newsroom culture and career-defining stories to bowl trips, live shots, and the rise of "keyboard courage," this episode is a rare, candid look at how journalism has changed and what we've lost along the way.

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From the police force to city hall, Mayor John Ewing Jr. has spent his life serving Omaha. In this episode, host Gil Cohen sits down with Omaha's 52nd mayor to explore his journey from the Special Victims Unit to the mayor's office—and how his signature HAPPIER plan is driving Omaha's next chapter. Mayor Ewing shares his vision for economic growth, affordable housing, and smarter development that builds density and opportunity in the city's core. He opens up about his commitment to ending domestic violence, the importance of community partnerships, and why leadership starts with empathy and accountability. You'll also hear his thoughts on immigration, workforce development, and why he believes Omaha is ready to shine on a national stage.

https://www.cityofomaha.org

https://www.douglascounty-ne.gov

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