Elkhorn Community Theatre brings ‘Legally Blonde’ to life
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - It’s time to bend and snap! Elkhorn Community Theatre is bringing the magic of “Legally Blonde” to the stage. Members of the cast say they are excited to bring the iconic movie to life. They say some moments of the film are expanded through memorable songs and production numbers.
Nebraska Humane Society’s $8M project looks to bring affordable vet care to the Omaha...
An $8 million project at the Nebraska Humane Society looks to bring more affordable veterinary care in the Omaha metro. The nonprofit this week announced plans to transform its spay and neuter center into a low-cost Pet Wellness Center. The new space will offer spay and neuter services, preventative care, vaccinations
Heavy rain and strong storms possible by Saturday afternoon
Below average temps, and some dry time, for Father's Day. Some rain showers are ongoing south and west of Omaha this evening. These should move south of the area by sunset, and we are dry through the night as lows fall into the low 60s. There will be lots of...
Douglas County deputies cite parent and impound electric motorcycle in crackdown on minibike riding
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is taking new enforcement steps in an ongoing effort to get illegal minibikes off Nebraska roads: citing parents and impounding bikes. Deputies with the Sheriff’s Community Action Team recently stopped a 14-year-old riding an electric motorcycle near 156th and State streets in Omaha
North Carolina woman booked in Omaha for allegedly stealing $560K from Metro Community College
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A North Carolina woman was booked into Douglas County Corrections on Thursday after she allegedly stole more than half a million dollars from Metro Community College using a fake construction company bank account. Joyce Tongamatamoana, 61, of Shelby, NC, is charged with theft by deception greater..
LERT- Omaha Put EVERYTHING Into Perspective for WVU Fans!
Watching West Virginia make history in Omaha got me thinking. Because over the last decade, we've lived through some of the highest highs and lowest lows in WVU ath.
Matt’s First Alert 6 Forecast: Storm chances go up heading into the weekend
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Do your best to enjoy some beautiful weather Thursday evening! You have increasing chances to see storms Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Lighter winds, low humidity, and a few passing clouds will greet you when you step out Thursday evening. Temperatures drop into the mid and upper 50s tonight with l
New mural creates sense of community
Norwood brings more than 20 years of artistic experience and community engagement to the project.
Actual rain returns to Omaha starting this weekend
The weather will be exceptional this evening, just maybe a little on the chilly side with temps in the upper 60s to low 70s. Overnight, we cool into the upper 50s. Friday is slightly warmer, and we should start with some morning sunshine. Clouds will take over in the afternoon and there is a chance for spotty rain show
Omaha food programs see record demand as summer break eliminates school meals
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Food assistance organizations in Omaha are reporting unprecedented demand as summer break eliminates access to free school meals for thousands of children. The Salvation Army served more than 2,500 meals from June 1 through June 16, a 70% increase from the nearly 1,500 meals served during...

















