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OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) -- A major motion picture had its big debut right here in Omaha!. “All is Merry & Bright” is a holiday comedy focused on a fictional Omaha family. Wednesday night, the cast and crew celebrated the film with a premiere at B&B Theatres at the Oakview Mall.

FORT CALHOUN, Neb. — The man accused of killing a Nebraska priest during a 2023 break-in has pleaded guilty and now faces a possible life sentence, prosecutors said. Kierre Williams, 45, entered his guilty plea on Oct. 28 in Washington County District Court, admitting to first-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of...

Tom Kunkel has served Boys & Girls Club of the Midlands for 42 years. He tells us all about the programs, amenities and services the clubs offer, along with the impact on our youth across the metro.

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - One person is injured after a crash early Wednesday in the Little Italy neighborhood in Omaha. The crash happened shortly before 4 a.m. Wednesday in the area of 9th and Pierce streets. According to police dispatch, the victim’s injuries are not considered to be life-threatening.

The governor said his position on marijuana is "crystal clear," and that he won't allow Nebraskans to buy recreational marijuana from the Omaha Tribe.

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A northwest Omaha homeowner challenged a city repair order for sidewalk panels he argued were not his responsibility, leading to a resolution that highlights confusion over sidewalk maintenance duties. Dean Wilson received a city notice to repair a public sidewalk but discovered the damaged...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Omaha Police Department is asking for the public’s help to find a wanted woman. In a social media post late Wednesday, OPD shared that 29-year-old Lachell Spencer is wanted for second-degree assault. “If you know her whereabouts, please contact Crime Stoppers,” OPD writes in...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The next phase of construction at the 72nd and L interchange will result in major traffic impacts next week. Starting on November 13th, 72nd Street will be closed in both directions as the demolition of the L Street bridge begins. 72nd is scheduled to reopen no...

Omaha Magazine annually presents the Best of Omaha contest, and for the second time, the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home is named Best of Omaha in the nursing home category. You will notice the sticker proudly displayed in the window at the Home’s front entrance! In addition, the American Healthcare Association gave the...

BLAIR, Neb. (WOWT) - A Blair mother accused of endangering her two children has made a court appearance. Tanya Knudsen, 36, pleaded guilty to charges of intentional child abuse without injury in Washington County Court on Tuesday. She is scheduled to be sentenced on Jan. 6. Judge Zachary Blackman is...