Dozens of clients allege Omaha travel agent left them with canceled reservations after taking...
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Anger, frustration and heartbreak are not the emotions you should feel about an upcoming vacation. But dozens of clients allege an Omaha travel agent left them with canceled reservations after they paid thousands of dollars upfront. A wedding at risk. Traci Lutt’s daughter has a ring...
Man accused of firing at officers appears in court
Raynard Bass was removed from court Monday after an outburst. He faces charges including firing at officers and animal mistreatment, stemming from an incident last week.
The Bay and Metropolitan Community College launch manufacturing workforce development program for young adults...
A new collaboration between Omaha’s Metropolitan Community College and youth development nonprofit The Bay will create a pathway for young adults to develop skills in an in-demand field: manufacturing. The Manufacturing Gap Year program is a career and skill development initiative for 18-24 year olds interested in expl
Western Iowa man sentenced to 20 years for distributing “meth bomb”
(Omaha) -- A former Honey Creek man will spend 20 years in federal prison after a Nebraska woman died from a "meth bomb" he provided her. U.S. Attorney Lesley A. Woods of Nebraska announced that 32-year-old Tyler Foreman was sentenced earlier this month for distribution of methamphetamine resulting in death. Senior U.S
Storms return to Omaha early Tuesday, could be strong
It will be a dry evening across the region. Heading into late Monday night, showers and storms will once again return to the region. Be ready for a stormy morning commute! A few of these storms may be severe with damaging winds as the primary concern from 4-8 AM. Rain...
Douglas County reports 15 more cyclosporiasis cases likely tied to Taylor Farms outbreak
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Douglas County Health Department reported 15 more cyclosporiasis cases on Monday. Two weeks ago, DCHD had tallied the cases at 71. On Monday, health officials were reporting a total of 86 cases in the county, saying they were working with investigating the outbreak with state and federal health
Judge allows former UFC fighter to leave country for fight despite domestic violence charges
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A former UFC fighter based in Omaha who is facing domestic violence charges has been allowed to leave the country for a fight. Sarpy County authorities arrested Anthony Smith last month on charges of domestic assault and false imprisonment. Court documents say he was involved in...
Speed enforcement planned Tuesday on Highway 6
(Council Bluffs) – The Iowa State Patrol will have an increased presence on a stretch of highway in Pottawattamie County Tuesday as part of a safety project. Troopers will conduct additional patrols Tuesday on Highway 6 between Oakland and Council Bluffs. Authorities say that stretch of roadway has a posted speed limit
2 OPS students shocked with gloves last school year
OPS school resource officers used shock gloves on 2 students last year. Now the community is pushing the school board to take action.
Ex-Nebraska Regent, attorney with Douglas County sentenced for DUI
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A former Nebraska regent and attorney with Douglas County was sentenced Monday after pleading guilty to driving under the influence while inflicting serious bodily injury. Elizabeth O’Connor, 35, was charged last summer with DUI after prosecutors said she crashed into another person while her blood

















