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Omaha's Planning Board approved millions in TIF funding for an apartment complex with about 230 units to replace vacant silos in Hanscom Park

On May 6, 2026, veterinarians confirmed that an 8-year-old Quarter Horse at a private facility in Douglas County, Nebraska, tested positive for the respiratory form of equine herpesvirus. The gelding, which had recently been purchased at a sale in Iowa and transported to Nebraska, began showing clinical signs on April 6. The attending veterinarian reported that the horse had a cough, snotty...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Cian McMahon has big plans for this summer. He’ll attend the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. The decision wasn’t easy — he was accepted into four military academies. Over four years at Bellevue West High School, McMahon played two sports and joined...

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 will travel across Nebraska later this month as part of its coast-to-coast tour to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. The world’s largest operating steam locomotive will make seven whistle-stops in Nebraska, ending with an all-day public display event...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - June 6, 1944, is an important date in American and world history. That’s when the Allies stormed the beaches at Normandy, France, penetrating Hitler’s formidable Atlantic Wall. Nearly 1,000 Americans were killed in the assault, but not all their remains were identified. Until now....

At one time, Omaha was home to the most elegant hotel between Chicago and San Francisco. Located in the West Farnam District, the Blackstone Hotel lent its name to the increasingly affluent neighborhood along the streetcar route. The area became known as the Blackstone District, earning a reputation as Omaha’s Gold Coast.

Denise Powell is in a crowded field of democratic candidates for Congressman Don Bacon’s seat.

Boxing champion Terence “Bud” Crawford added to his pro boxing hall of fame resume by soundly defeating Mexico’s boxing legend Canelo Álvarez last September in Nevada. The unanimous 12-round decision made Omaha’s beloved native son an undisputed champion in four weight divisions. The Reader recently...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - On this day 51 years ago, a devastating tornado tore through Omaha. On the afternoon of May 6, 1975, an F-4 tornado touched down near 96th and Q. It created a 10-mile path of damage before it eventually lifted near Benson Park. At least three people...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Omaha Firefighters were called to a house fire in North Omaha on Wednesday afternoon. OFD responded to the home near 66thand Lake streets at about 3 p.m. This is a developing story. Stay with First Alert 6 for updates.