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Semi crash causes lane closures on Interstate 80 in Omaha

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) -A semi crash blocked multiple lanes on I-80 early Sunday morning, scattering debris across the roadway. The crash happened just before 5 a.m. on I-80 near the L Street Bridge. The two left eastbound lanes are blocked, along with the two right westbound lanes. City officials said...
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Tracking heavy rain, strong storms, and flash flood potential tonight

Below average temps, and some dry time, for Father's Day. Rain and storms are already moving through eastern Nebraska as of Saturday afternoon. These should continue to expand into the region, and will last through the night. A few storms southwest of Lincoln could bring a low-end severe risk with...
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Douglas County authorities crack down on illegal dirt bike riding

The policy does not apply to regular e-bikes or electric scooters — only gas and electric powered dirt bikes.
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Home in Council Bluffs contained ‘significant amount’ of fireworks during fire, officials say

COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (WOWT) - A fire in Council Bluffs proved to be louder than most after fireworks were found in the home in question late Friday night. Council Bluffs Fire Department crews responded to the scene near Lincoln Avenue and Park Lane just before midnight on Friday. At the...
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Kay County fugitive arrested by FBI in Nebraska

OMAHA, NEB. — Five years after his warrant was issued by the Kay County District Court, Hugo Roberto Rodas, 31 was arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation in Omaha, Neb. on May 1. According to a video posted by FBI – Omaha, Rodas was arrested as part of...
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Woman dies after being struck by vehicle on West Dodge Road, authorities say

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Neb. (WOWT) - A woman died Friday night after being struck by a vehicle on West Dodge Road. According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened around 10:20 p.m. Friday night around 237th Street and West Dodge Road. Once on the scene, deputies found a...
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Oklahoma 9, UNC 3 – Postgame Press Conference

OMAHA, Neb. — Following North Carolina 9-3 loss to Oklahoma in Saturday’s game one of the College World Series Championship, Tar Heels head coach Scott Forbes, pitcher Jason DeCaro and shortstop Jake Schaffner stepped to the podium to answer questions. DeCaro had six strikeouts but gave up seven earned runs in 3.2 inni
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Why Locals ADORE This Beloved Family-Owned Restaurant in Bellevue, NE

Open Tue–Wed: 4:00 PM–8:45 PM | Thu & Sun: 10:30 AM–8:45 PM | Fri–Sat: 10:30 AM–9:45 PM | Mon: Closed. Tucked along Fort Crook Road North in Bellevue, Nebraska, Roma Italian Restaurant is a family-owned, scratch-made Italian gem that has been warming hearts and filling plates since opening its doors on.
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UNC’s College World Series Finals Opener Moved Up Amid Weather Threat

OMAHA, NE — North Carolina and Oklahoma will begin the 2026 College World Series National Championship at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday after Game 1 was moved up from its original 8 p.m. ET start because of impending inclement weather in Omaha. Parking lots surrounding Charles Schwab Field Omaha...
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Woman critically injured in north Omaha shooting

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - One person is in critical condition after a shooting in north Omaha early Saturday morning. Omaha police responded to reports of shots fired just before 3:30 a.m. near 24th and Lake streets. Officers found an adult woman suffering from at least one gunshot wound. She was...

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