August 20, 2026

Omaha Schools Ban Electric Shock Gloves Following Community Backlash

Omaha Public Schools Superintendent Matthew Ray requested the ban after discovering the gloves' existence just before the school year started.
The gloves, used only twice last school year, were intended for compliance but faced significant community opposition.
Mayor John Ewing Jr. confirmed that police will respect the district's decision to stop using the gloves.

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