Omaha homicide rate drops as city sees one of safest years in decades
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Omaha has recorded a low number of homicides so far this year, putting the city on pace for one of its safest years in decades. Homicides are down 75% from this point last year. Non-fatal shootings are down 63% this year. The numbers are better than any Omaha has seen over the last 10 years.
Stretch of warm weather continues into the weekend
Radar may be showing some showers moving through this morning. While that is true, the dry air is preventing much of the rain from reaching the ground. So many will be dry, but a rain drop or two is not out of the question. The afternoon looks sunnier and drier with highs in the upper 70s.
Nebraska’s bicentennial I-80 sculptures saw varied reactions, then and now
For the bicentennial, Nebraska placed eight sculptures at various rest stops along I-80. 50 years later, these sculptures are still there and still are sparking conversation.
Expansion of John Cook Arena is in full swing to modernize amenities
Developers want to knock down most of the tall silos near 35th and Vinton streets, just off Interstate 80, and build hundreds of apartments. Severe weather Omaha metro and surrounding areas - April 23, 2026. Updated: Apr. 23, 2026 at 10:29 PM UTC. Photos from severe weather that passed through...
Bellevue food pantry breaks ground on new building
The Bellevue Food Pantry broke ground on a new building that will allow it to serve twice as many neighbors as demand for food assistance continues to rise in the community.
Omaha soccer complex faces funding gap after state denial
Omaha shifts to Plan B for Tranquility Park after the state denies its turnback tax request, leaving a $1M–$1.5M annual shortfall for the soccer complex.
AL’s Baumbach taking soccer, dance talents to William Penn
(Council Bluffs) -- Abraham Lincoln senior soccer standout Alli Baumbach is taking her talents to the next level with a recent commitment to William Penn. “One of the main reasons I chose to attend William Penn was because of the coaches for both dance team and soccer,” Baumbach said. “From the beginning, they were very welcoming and supportive and showed genuine interest in helping me...
Section of Highway 36 near Omaha to close starting Monday
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A key route between Bennington and Florence will be unavailable for drivers starting on Monday. Highway 36 will be closed in a short stretch between Highway 133 (also known as Blair High Road) and Bennington Road for a number of street improvements. Among those include resurfacing of the road and bridge repairs.
Couple in Omaha’s Little Italy neighborhood celebrates 75 years of marriage
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - An Omaha couple who met at a dance says the secret to 75 years of marriage is simple: just keep talking. Pop into Sons of Italy, and you’re sure to recognize Joe and Loretta Caniglia. They’re considered to be pillars of the Little Italy community. They even volunteer at Sons of Italy and Santa Lucia Festival.
$44M apartment complex near Saddle Creek faces delays
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - For years, neighbors fought a development project near Saddle Creek and Pacific. Now the $44 million apartment complex has run into delays. Four years ago, the fight began for Mark and Debbie Rushlau to keep the peace and quiet their family has enjoyed for generations. “My...
