Omaha Streetcar Authority proposes $4.5M bonus to speed construction
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - New tonight, details on how to speed up construction for the Omaha streetcar. Today at its monthly meeting, the streetcar authority proposed boosting the bonus for the construction company as an incentive. Acceleration targets key downtown sections. The project manager had proposed an...
Scene video: One hospitalized after car crashes into yard near Midtown Omaha
Shortly before 3 a.m. Tuesday, Omaha police officers responded to the crash near 34th and Hamilton streets.
Ponca Tribe of Nebraska gathering clothes, food for donation drive
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is holding a clothing and food drive this month.
Hansen-Mueller Listed in Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Alert Amid Ongoing Farmer Payment Disputes
Hansen-Mueller Co., a longtime Omaha-based grain trading and storage company, has been listed in a national bankruptcy alert as having filed for Chapter 11 reorganization November 17, in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Nebraska. While the filing appears under case number 25-81226 in DailyDAC’s Chapter...
Nebraska grain dealer that temporarily lost license declares bankruptcy
An Omaha grain dealer that had its Nebraska license temporarily suspended after it failed to pay producers last month has filed for bankruptcy protection. Hansen-Mueller Co. said in a news release Monday afternoon that it is pursuing a financial restructuring and has applied for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection....
Omaha considers new limits on backyard chickens after complaints rise
Omaha may limit backyard chickens to 10 birds and ban roosters after weekly complaints. Urban farmers with current flocks oppose the restrictions.
Two Omaha fatal hit-and-run crashes leave families seeking justice
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - In the last few days, two people have died on Omaha city streets, both the victims of hit-and-run drivers. Omaha police are still looking for suspects, but even if they are arrested, there’s a possibility they won’t face serious jail time. Sunday morning crash...
Ralston 5th grader elected as Nebraska’s first ‘Kid Governor’
The results are now in — the state’s fifth graders have elected Charlie Couch from Meadows Elementary School in Ralston.
Downtown Blackout: Accidental Cable Cut Plunges City into Darkness
A significant power outage has occurred in the downtown area due to a cable being mistakenly cut on Farnam. The blackout has affected the entire Woodman Tower, the Civic Center, and surrounding buildings, including streetlights. Residents are advised to avoid the downtown area if possible due to safety concerns.
Omaha Police receiving more reports of fraudulent officer calls
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Omaha Police Department is warning residents about more fake phone calls that appear to be coming from official city-issued numbers. The department last received several reports of fraudulent calls in August. In a social media post Monday, OPD said more calls are coming in. “Scammers...
