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OMAHA — A “rapid increase” in infections of the parasite cyclospora among residents of Nebraska’s most populous county prompted the Douglas County Health Department to issue an alert Monday. Douglas County officials said 12 out of 27 confirmed cases were reported in the past four days, prompting a public health investi

BENNINGTON, NE. — Rising cyclospora cases in Douglas County are prompting Bennington residents to take a closer look at where their food comes from. Taryn Stern, a Bennington resident, said the outbreak has put her on high alert and has shifted her perspective on food sourcing. "For me it...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A man accused of driving drunk and drugged when he struck a vehicle and killed two young boys earlier this month is now facing upgraded charges. Tanner Hunt, 28, has been charged with a second count of felony motor vehicle homicide in connection with the crash near 114th and West Center Road.

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - E-bike and e-scooter crashes are filling a growing share of pediatric beds at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in Omaha, according to staff at the facility. Three of every 10 children currently treated at the hospital are there because of e-bike or e-scooter crashes, a trend that mirrors...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - One man was injured and another is in custody after an alleged with a sword in Omaha Sunday afternoon. Omaha Police say the incident happened at the QT at 47th and Hamilton around 4 p.m. Officers at the scene found a 30-year-old man suffering from a...

Aaron Bush, one of the co-owners of the B5 Brewing Company in Benson, was diagnosed with ALS in 2024 and is working to pass his knowledge about the family brewery to his wife and children.

Mon–Thu 11 AM–9 PM, Fri–Sat 11 AM–10 PM, Sun 10 AM–9 PM. Jackson Street Tavern has become one of those easy‑going Old Market favorites that locals recommend without even thinking about it. Regulars love how the kitchen leans into comfort food with real flavor,...

BELLEVUE, Neb. (WOWT) - Bellevue City Hall offices at 1500 Wall Street are closed Monday. The closure is due to electrical and air conditioning outages as crews work to restore the affected systems, according to a release. The Mayor’s Office, City Administrator’s Office, Economic Development Director’s Office, City Cle

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - 90th Street is heavily restricted south of Dodge Street on Monday following a weekend water main break. Southbound travel on 90th Street between Dodge and Davenport is closed until further notice. Northbound travel in the same stretch is reduced to one lane. Jaret Lansford with First...

Nebraska residents are preparing for extreme heat. A Heat Advisory is in effect for much of the state today from 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. The heat index could reach 110 degrees, and people are being warned that the hot temperatures and high humidity could lead to heat-related illnesses. Most of Iowa will be under a