Homes designed by UNL students for older adults unveiled in Omaha
Two new homes designed to help older adults live independently are set to be unveiled on Monday. Mayor John Ewing Jr. will help cut the ribbon on the new homes in Omaha's Benson neighborhood.
One injured in West Omaha crash
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - One person was injured in a crash involving three vehicles in West Omaha on Monday morning. Police were called to the crash at 156th Street and Pepperwood Drive shortly before 10:30 a.m. Police dispatch confirmed the injured person with First Alert 6 following the crash. A...
No injuries after early morning house fire in Gretna
GRETNA, Neb. (WOWT) - Fire crews responded to a report of a house fire in Gretna on Monday morning. Firefighters went to the home near 204th Street and Jeannie Lane at about 5 a.m. Police dispatch has not reported any injuries. -- Watch breaking news unfold on our livestream. Download...
The September 12th Lightning Round
The Grow Omaha Lightning Round brings another packed list of restaurant, retail and service openings. The former Scooter’s Coffee near 119th and Pacific is set to become an Abelardo’s, while Curry in a Hurry has opened near 168th and Harrison with drive-through Indian food. Kilwins is showing new...
First Alert 6 Weather Day: Scattered severe storms possible Monday
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Monday is a First Alert 6 Weather Day. A storm system will bring the potential for severe weather to the region, with all severe weather hazards possible — including damaging winds up to 75 mph, large hail (lime to hen egg+ size) and a couple of strong tornadoes.
6 Nebraska Burger Spots Where The Patty Is Griddled To Order
Some of the best burgers in Nebraska come out of buildings you would drive past twice without slowing down. What matters is the sound: a ball of beef pressed onto a hot flat top, the hiss, the edges going brown and crisp at the rim. That crust only happens when...
Hundreds attend fundraiser for two boys killed by drunk driver in Omaha
LA VISTA, Neb. (WOWT) - Hundreds of people gathered Sunday for a fundraiser to help the family of two young brothers killed in a crash caused by a drunk driver in July. Prestin Strassenburg, 10, and Zaiden Strassenburg, 5, died in the crash at 114th and Center streets in July.
Western Ag Belt Faces Regional Flooding Emergency With Widespread 2 Inches Plus and Locally...
OMAHA, Nebraska — Flooding concerns are growing rapidly across the Western Ag Belt with the primary period of concern running from Monday, September 14 through Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Widespread rainfall totals of 2 inches or more are expected across the region with some areas possibly seeing locally heavier tot
Iowa DOT hiring 500+ winter workers at up to $24 an hour
IOWA — The Iowa Department of Transportation is hiring more than 500 temporary winter maintenance workers across the state, with pay ranging from $22.50 to $24 an hour. Six Iowa DOT hiring events begin Sept. 15 and continue through Oct. 1 in communities including Coralville, Council Bluffs and Sioux City.
Nebraska Humane Society: Vets urge gradual weight loss for overweight pets
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Healthy pets carry some padding, but too much can pose health risks. Rubbing hands over a dog or cat’s torso should reveal skin that moves easily back and forth and ribs that can be felt. A pet should have a definable waist at the bottom...

















