Omaha Police Seek Arson Suspect Caught on Camera Setting U-Haul Truck on Fire
OMAHA, NEBRASKA — Omaha police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect who set a U-Haul truck on fire in a late-night arson incident earlier this month. Investigators say the blaze caused approximately $10,000 in damage and was captured on video. The incident occurred late Wednesday...
8 Gigantic Secondhand Shops In Nebraska That Are Absolutely Worth The Drive
Ever wondered where to find the best secondhand shops in Nebraska that justify a long drive?. These 8 enormous thrift stores offer amazing deals and unexpected treasures worth every mile of your journey!. 1. Thrift World (La Vista) Thrift World in La Vista truly lives up to its name –...
Trees installed at Elkhorn neighborhood despite rejection from residents
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - If you’ve purchased a home and the view was a key factor in your decision, you might understand these neighbors’ frustrations. Residents near Flanagan Lake are fighting for their lakeside view. On Wednesday, crews installed trees that they say will block any glimpse of the lake.
Nebraska ed leaders praise seven ‘Blue Ribbon Schools’
LINCOLN — The Nebraska Department of Education is honoring seven “Blue Ribbon Schools” in 2025 after federal education officials ended the national honor roll for high-performing schools. The U.S. Department of Education had historically honored some of the nation’s schools that performed well on state assessments or...
Suspect in Omaha Northwest High shooting changes plea
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The person charged in connection to the shooting at Omaha Northwest High School in September of 2024 has changed his plea. Ramone Jefferson, 15, has changed his plea to “no contest” to the charges of 2nd degree assault and possession of a firearm. The...
Greyhound restarts bus routes in Nebraska
After more than a decade out of the state, Greyhound has resumed bus service in Nebraska. Last month, the nation’s largest intercity bus service provider added several new stops along its Chicago-to-Denver route, including Omaha, Lincoln, Grand Island and Lexington. Greyhound, which is now a subsidiary of German bus...
Annual ‘Blue Mass’ held for Omaha area first-responders
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Omaha emergency responders celebrated their annual “Blue Mass” on Wednesday. Members of the Omaha Police and Fire Departments, along with other metro-area first responders, gathered at Skutt Catholic High School for the service. The ‘Blue Mass’ is a yearly tradition marking a time of...
Residents object to trees near Flanagan Lake
Residents near Flanagan Lake are fighting for their lakeside view. On Wednesday, crews installed trees that they say will block any glimpse of the lake.
Law enforcement training exercise planned at UNMC in Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The public is being advised of a law enforcement training exercise happening at Omaha’s UNMC campus on Friday. According to a release, the daylong training will be in the Maurer Center for Public Health on campus. The drill is called “Operation Blue Echo.”. UNMC...
City of Omaha adding traffic control measures to N 30th Street
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Increased safety on a busy North Omaha street is the end goal of a priority project in the city’s Vision Zero Action Plan. Those living and working in Florence say North 30th Street is almost like a speedway. That’s hopefully changing with the city adding...
