Jaret’s First Alert 6 Forecast – Storm chances increase after 2PM Sunday with some...
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A few stray showers are possible during the morning hours Sunday. However, the main chances for wet weather come after 2PM as storms roll in from the west. The strongest storms are likely to be near the Kansas border and into northwest Missouri, where all modes of severe weather are possible. Closer to the metro, one or two storms may have...
Omaha small businesses react to the new USPS 8% shipping surcharge
Omaha small business owners share how the temporary 8% USPS shipping surcharge impacts their ability to compete with large online retailers.
Today in History – April 26: Arbor Day tornado outbreak hits Nebraska, Iowa
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Two years ago today is one many will never forget. Violent tornadoes tore through parts of Nebraska and Iowa, leaving homes destroyed, buildings flattened and lives changed forever. The Omaha National Weather Service office says 25 tornadoes touched down in its coverage area that day. The...
Bellevue police investigate car break-ins near Olde Towne
BELLEVUE, Neb. (WOWT) - Bellevue Police are investigating two car break-ins in a neighborhood south of Olde Towne over the last two months. The first break-in happened on March 1. The second was reported Saturday morning. Police said both incidents occurred in the same neighborhood. Anyone with information on the...
This Omaha, NE Spot Beat the Nation with Alton Brown’s #1 Ranked Burger
🕒: Mon-Wed: 11AM–2PM; Thu-Sat: 11AM–8PM; Sun: Closed. The identity of Omaha’s modern food scene is defined by the high-volume kitchen at Block 16, an establishment that prioritizes scratch-made components over traditional restaurant aesthetics. Patrons from Dundee and Benson frequently occupy the communal seating for meals that...
Southwest Omaha apartment building rendered uninhabitable after car crashes into wall
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - An apartment building was deemed uninhabitable after a car crashed through a corner of the building Saturday morning. According to Omaha Police, officers were dispatched to the building just after 8:30 a.m. for calls of a noise complaint. Once on the scene, OPD says the suspect...
Today in History – April 25: Omaha’s Open Door Mission opens men’s center
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - In 2012, “moving day” arrived for more than 175 men at Omaha’s Open Door Mission. The new Garland Thompson Men’s Center opened its doors. The center made space for more than 300 men to sleep, along with 18 new washers and dryers.
Crash between car, motorcycle sends two to hospital, Omaha Police say
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A crash between a motorcycle and a car sent two people to the hospital Friday night. Omaha Police say the crash happened in the area of 72nd Street and Mercy Road around 7 p.m. Friday night. OPD says A Toyota Camry and a motorcycle were both...
Rusty’s First Alert 6 Forecast: Busy weather pattern into early next week
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A significant weather system is moving into the Omaha area this weekend, bringing rain and thunderstorms that could impact your plans from Saturday afternoon through Monday morning. What to expect Saturday. Clouds will increase throughout Saturday morning and afternoon. Rain and thunderstorm chances climb after 3...
South Omaha pushes to rename local park and replace lost ball fields
There is a push in South Omaha to rename a local park and bring back lost ball fields so children have a place to practice.

















