‘I was shocked’: Elkhorn 9-year-old accepted into Mensa for high IQ
A test taken by all Elkhorn Public Schools students has earned one 9-year-old boy a membership into Mensa, an organization known for recognizing exceptional intelligence.
Omaha Today! Kick Off July with Fireworks, Music, and a Castle Picnic
June is wrapping up—see how Omaha is welcoming July with a bang. Omaha Community Playhouse hosts its free annual Awards Night tonight. Barnato proves burgers can be upscale and unforgettable. Omaha-Council Bluffs ranks third in the U.S. for STEM careers. Plan your weekend ahead with our upcoming events list—don’t...
Governor Pillen appoints Janee Pannkuk as NE Board of Parole chairperson
LINCOLN, Neb. — Governor Jim Pillen has appointed Dr. Janee Pannkuk of Omaha as the new chairperson of the Nebraska Board of Parole. Her six-year term on the five-member board will commence on July 1. Dr. Pannkuk brings over 30 years of experience in the justice system, with a...
Pickup truck stolen in Nebraska City found in Plattsmouth
PLATTSMOUTH - Kim Hammond, 27, of Omaha is charged in Cass County with possession of a stolen vehicle on June 26 and flight to avoid arrest. A Cass County Sheriff’s Office affidavit says Nebraska City police reported a stolen Chevrolet pickup from the Speedee Mart and deputies got behind the vehicle after it crossed...
Schooley Mitchell Opens New Office in Omaha
Schooley Mitchell (schooleymitchell.com), the largest independent cost reduction consulting firm in North America, has expanded its presence with the opening of a new office in Omaha on May 19, 2025. This new branch, led by local consultant Ryan Lemmon, is now open for business, serving companies across the Omaha...
Man arrested after May shooting in Omaha church has case sent to district court
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The man arrested in connection to a shooting in a church last month will have his case sent to district court. Bismellah Mohammadi, 34, is now facing two charges of second degree assault and two charges of use of a firearm to commit a felony. He was originally facing two counts of first-degree...
Three hospitalized after crash near Bennington, authorities say
BENNINGTON, Neb. (WOWT) - Three people were sent to the hospital after a crash near Bennington on Highway 36 Monday. The crash happened around 1 p.m. Monday near the intersection of Highway 36 and 156th Street. According to 911 dispatch, three people were taken to the hospital due to the...
Emily’s First Alert 6 Forecast: Overnight storm chances bring a severe risk
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The rest of Sunday evening is quiet and cooler with temperatures mainly in the low to mid 80s. Enjoy! Overnight storm chances will bring a returning severe risk that lasts into early Monday morning. Storm chances return after 2AM and continue through early Monday morning. The...
After five months, Omaha woman’s cremated ashes lost in the mail have been found
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Loved ones grieving over the death of an Omaha woman got another shock earlier this year when the cremated remains went missing in the mail. Now, half a year later, comes a welcome surprise. For more than five months, Ron Westphalen rode an emotional rollercoaster since...
Cremated remains found and delivered
Omaha City Council member Brinker Harding will announce Tuesday if he will run for the 2nd Congressional District seat currently held by outgoing Congressman Don Bacon. Last December, Omaha police found Charles Primes dead on the sidewalk. He had been shot five times with his own gun. Omaha food banks...
