Electric shock gloves controversy in OPS schools

Omaha Metro News Chronology

OPS superintendent Ray asked city to stop use of shock gloves by SROs; Mayor Ewing agreed to opt out. OPD SROs will not carry them in schools, but gloves remain in Elkhorn, Millard, Westside. National ICE angle and community pushback.

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Updated Aug 20, 2026

Omaha Metro News Chronology

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