State Actions Result in $61 Million Shortfall for OPS in 2026-2027 School Year
The Omaha Public Schools (OPS) community was recently informed of a significant financial setback. A miscalculation by the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) in the state aid for the 2025-26 school year resulted in OPS receiving $30.5 million more than it should have. The NDE plans to rectify the error by...
15 Surprisingly Affordable US Cities Where Your Dollar Goes the Furthest
Looking to stretch your budget without sacrificing quality of life? While major metropolitan areas continue to see skyrocketing costs, dozens of American cities offer an appealing combination of affordable living, strong job markets, and vibrant communities. From charming Southern towns with rich cultural heritage to...
‘It’s not so affordable anymore’: Neighbors anxious as ACA deadline approaches, subsidies in doubt
OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — The December 15 deadline for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act if approaching and if Congress doesn't renew the enhanced subsidies, many neighbors don't know how they're going to afford health insurance next year. WATCH KATRINA'S STORY BELOW. Wendy Evans, who works for a small...
9 Hole-In-The-Wall Seafood Joints In Nebraska That’ll Surprise You
Nebraska might be famous for its cornfields and beef, but the landlocked state has a surprisingly vibrant seafood scene that most people never expect. Tucked away in strip malls, quiet neighborhoods, and unassuming storefronts across Omaha and Lincoln, you’ll find restaurants serving up fresh catches that rival...
Childcare costs in Omaha now outpace rent, pressuring parents and providers
Childcare in Omaha now costs about $1,500 more than rent, leaving parents struggling to work and providers fighting to stay open amid rising expenses and staffing shortages.
OPPD customers could face rate increases, utility cites rising costs and demand
OPPD customers may see 6% rate increases in 2026, with 5-9% hikes in following years due to rising construction costs and growing demand.
Senior couple loses $20K in triple scam targeting veterans
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A fraud alert tonight about a scheme through social media that may cost a senior citizen couple more than money. They’ve been targeted by three types of scams all at once. So they’re afraid to be identified. The medals show how Joe served his...
Omaha Police Department to launch drone program
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Omaha Police Department will launch its Drones as First Responders program on Thursday at 1 p.m. OPD reports it is the first of its kind program in Nebraska to enhance emergency response times, officer safety and provide aerial awareness “during critical incidents across the city.”
One hospitalized after car crashes into yard near Midtown Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - One person is injured after a crash in Omaha’s Midtown area early Tuesday. Shortly before 3 a.m. Tuesday, Omaha police officers responded to the crash near 34th and Hamilton streets. Police dispatch tells First Alert 6 initial reports indicate the victim’s injuries are serious.
Omaha Police investigating pedestrian crash on I-80 that killed 74-year-old
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Omaha Police Department has released more details on a deadly crash Tuesday night on Interstate 80. Just after 8 p.m. Tuesday, first responders came to the scene of the crash on the interstate near 60th Street. Police revealed in an update early Wednesday that an...
