Storms exit this evening, then a hot Sunday ahead for the Omaha area
The cluster of storms continues to roll eastward into western Iowa over the next few hours. Behind the storms, occasional rain showers & gusty winds are possible. The rain will decline after 5 pm, and we might see temperatures rise into the low 80s in the evening. Overnight, a few...
Douglas County Authorities conduct rescue of tubers in Elkhorn River after storms
WATERLOO, Neb. (WOWT) - Douglas County Authorities were dispatched to the Elkhorn river Saturday afternoon after reports of tubers being stuck. Crews were at the scene of the Elkhorn River Maple Access Site Saturday afternoon after a round of storms came through the metro. The Waterloo Fire Chief told First...
Omaha weather what could turn violent after midnight
The Omaha and Lincoln area faces a warm, muggy weekend with only a low chance of storms during the day and a better shot overnight. Highs land in the mid to upper 80s today, climbing toward the low 90s Sunday, with humidity pushing the heat index near 100 degrees by late in the weekend. Any storm that does fire could t
No Fire Alarm Needed. That Was Just Blackberry Smoke at The Steelhouse
The sounds of Georgia, (Go Dawgs), found a welcome home in Omaha, Nebraska on August 6, 2026, as Blackberry Smoke brought their signature blend of Southern rock to The Steelhouse. Before the headliners took the stage, guitar virtuoso Trey Hensley warmed up the crowd with a dazzling solo display. Some...
Residential Painting Contractors in Omaha, NE, See Growing Demand as Homeowners Prioritize Quality Over...
Omaha, NE - The residential painting industry in Omaha is experiencing a notable shift as homeowners increasingly choose experienced contractors who deliver superior results rather than simply seeking the lowest bid. This trend reflects a growing understanding among property owners that quality craftsmanship provides b
Forget The Lakefront Crowds, These 10 Nebraska Seafood Spots Are Where Locals Go
Skip the postcard view for once and follow the people who already know where dinner is better. The busiest lakefront tables may get the attention, but that does not mean they get all the best seafood. Sometimes the smarter move is a quieter dining room, a neighborhood favorite, or a...
Innocent bystander attacked by K-9
Officers were attempting to apprehend a felony assault suspect near 47th and Miami when a police dog bit an uninvolved bystander.
Air & Space Show returns to Bellevue’s Offutt Air Force Base this weekend
The free event features the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team, Tora Tora Tora, and the Air Force Heritage Flight.
311 Comes Home: Omaha Icons Deliver a Triumphant Headlining Performance at Stir Cove
Some concerts are memorable because of the music. Others because of the atmosphere. Tuesday August 5, 2026, at Stir Cove in Council Bluffs offered both, as 311 returned to their hometown region to headline the “So Glad You Made It Tour” before a packed crowd. Mother Nature couldn’t...
Weekend events bring road closures, traffic impacts across Omaha metro
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Several major events this weekend will create road closures, lane restrictions and heavy traffic across the metro area, including the Offutt Air Show, Maha Festival, a cycling event, and the Pinnacle Bank Championship golf tournament. Offutt Air Show. Road closures will be in place Saturday and...
