Omaha ordinance change would make accessory dwelling units easier to build
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - They were once known as "mother-in-law houses" - small homes behind the primary home on a lot. A legislative committee...
Nebraska bill allowing ADUs a more complicated issue in Omaha
"Mother-in-law" houses are the focus of a bill in the Unicam while Omaha officials work to improve the city's ordinance on the structures.Story continues
Emily’s 6 First Alert Forecast – Warmer Wednesday, rain likely this weekend
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Sunny skies kept temperatures very mild for the end of January, pushing into the mid-40s around the metro despite a...
Iowa authorities share details about Amber Alert, standoff
JEFFERSON, Iowa (WOWT) - Iowa authorities confirmed Tuesday night that the 7-year-old sought by way of an Amber Alert on that afternoon has been...
Douglas County Health Department conducting free lead screening for children
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Douglas County Health Department is offering free lead screening for qualifying residents beginning next week. DCHD says it will...
Planned Parenthood update on Omaha health center
Planned Parenthood is working to increase access to abortions, healthcare, and family planning resources.Story continues
Governor responds to questions about Omaha airport business park
People who live in an area slated to become a new business park near Omaha's Eppley Airfield afraid they're going to lose their homes.Story...
Major Crash on Highway 75 in Omaha Causes Severe Delays
A significant traffic incident on Highway 75 in Omaha, Nebraska, has led to extensive delays during the early hours of Monday morning. The crash...
Holder Construction to manage $950M Nebraska airport expansion plan
Officials for Eppley Airfield in Omaha, Nebraska, approved a $950 million plan to upgrade the main concourse and terminal at the facility, and tapped...
Red Oak awaits summer RAGBRAI challenge
(Red Oak) -- For the first time in 15 years, Red Oak is a RAGBRAI stopover community. Officials with the Des Moines Register's Annual...