Neighbors react to explosion near Murdock that killed one
MURDOCK, Neb. (WOWT) - Neighbors are reacting after one woman was found dead in the wake of an explosion near Murdock. “I was hoping that nobody was in the home at the time, but unfortunately, there was a woman there and we were devastated when we found out the news.” says Natasha Perkins.
Bus company, Omaha customers still owed money after tour company closes
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - More angry customers in Nebraska and Iowa are coming forward after a First Alert 6 investigation exposed a tour company that abruptly closed and canceled trips. Those vacationers are still due refunds for their deposits. The charter bus provider is also owed money. A group of...
Nebraska minimum wage to hit $15 in 2026
Omaha business owners are adjusting rates and strategies as Nebraska's four-year minimum wage increase initiative concludes next year.
Omaha woman charged with murder in Christmas night stabbing death
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Prosecutors will move forward on a murder charge in a homicide investigation where a woman is claiming self-defense. The Douglas County Attorney confirmed Monday that 41-year-old Maryuris Velasquez-Mendoza will face a 2nd-degree murder charge, along with using a knife to commit a felony and...
Omaha health officials report spike in respiratory illnesses, urge early treatment
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Respiratory illnesses are surging across the metro area as flu and RSV cases spike several weeks earlier than usual, prompting doctors to warn residents about the importance of seeking timely medical care. Douglas County reported 490 flu cases this week, up from just 109 last week....
Hillside’s Compost Club: Turning Waste Into Urban Gold
Hillside Solutions has made its mark in the Omaha community by providing waste management, recycling, composting, and landfill diversion to reduce waste and promote sustainability. Now, Hillside has further increased its ability to help in their sustainability mission with the Curbside Composting Club. With this...
Crash in North Omaha flips car on side
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A crash in North Omaha flipped a car on its side Monday afternoon. The crash happened near Druid Hill Elementary School near 30th and Sprague streets around 4 p.m. At the scene, a car was flipped on its side, and another had some damage on the...
Seven hospitalized after crash in West Omaha, authorities say
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Seven people were taken to the hospital after a crash at a West Omaha intersection Sunday evening. The crash happened just before 8:30 p.m. on Sunday at the 132nd and Blondo streets. According to Omaha Police, a Toyota Highlander was traveling westbound when it ran a...
The Old-Fashioned Cafe In Nebraska With Outrageously Delicious Chorizo Skillet
Some mornings demand more than a quick bowl of cereal or a sad drive-thru breakfast sandwich – they call for the kind of meal that makes you want to linger, savor, and possibly loosen your belt afterward. Lisa’s Radial Cafe in Omaha delivers exactly that kind of experience.
Pottawattamie County Man Faces Charges of Homicide by Vehicle
(Council Bluffs) A Council Bluffs man is in custody after Toxicology results revealed 72-year-old Dennis Stark was at a .127 blood alcohol content and had marijuana in his system when the vehicle he was driving struck and killed 47-year-old Heidi Divis, of Omaha. According to the Council Bluffs Police Department,...

















