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OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Two residents and three pets are now displaced after flames erupted at a South Omaha home overnight Saturday. The fire happened near 16th and Spring streets just after midnight Saturday morning. According to Omaha Fire Department crews at the scene, two people and three pets have...

All are invited to attend the 30th Annual Governor’s Lecture in the Humanities at 7:30 p.m. CST on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. “Indigenous Storytelling in Film and Television” will feature “Dark Winds” star/executive producer Zahn McClarnon in conversation with film producer Bird Runningwater. Presented by Humanities...

Sometimes the most extraordinary culinary experiences happen in the most ordinary-looking places. Tucked away in South Omaha, Louie M’s Burgerlust doesn’t announce itself with flashy signs or trendy decor. Instead, this humble brick building with its modest black awning lets its food do all the talking – and...

OMAHA, Neb. (KCAU) — The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) released more information on June 18 about a raid at an Omaha, Nebraska business. ICE said they uncovered a “massive identity theft” impacting unsuspecting U.S. citizens as a result of a raid at Glenn Valley Foods on June 10. Federal authorities...

LINCOLN — The general manager of the Lower Platte South Natural Resources District has been put on leave, with officials saying only that it involves a “personnel matter.” Mike Sousek, who has served as the district’s general manager for the past two years, was recently suspended from the $178,000-a-year position. On...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is reminding drivers to not forget to lock their cars. In a social media post on Wednesday, DCSO said they have seen an increase in reports of vehicle theft in June, particularly in the West Omaha and Bennington areas. DCSO...

A dog named Lucy is back home with her family in Crawfordsville after going missing June 7, a disappearance that ended nearly 500 miles away in Omaha, Nebraska, thanks to a drone pilot’s determination, a viral Facebook post, and help from local law enforcement. Amanda Richardson reached out to...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - In the heart of Omaha’s black community, Joyfest is a celebration of culture and heritage. Part of that celebration includes the musical performances. Renzellous Brown is a part of the Omaha-based music collective, Reinbow, who’s performing at Saturday’s festival. The band first came...

(Omaha, NE) -- The Salvation Army of Omaha is opening several cooling centers at select locations in preparation for this weekend’s expected heat wave. According to the National Weather Service, an extreme heat wave is expected from Friday through Sunday. The cooling centers will offer air-conditioned spaces and...

One person has died and another is being held for questioning by authorities, according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday. Family reacts to OPD releasing footage from arrest. Updated: 6 hours ago. Family, friends, and members of the community attended a protest outside OPD headquarters Thursday....