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Eaton is planning to build a 370,000-sq-ft (34,374-sq-m) manufacturing plant in Bellevue, Neb. It will increase production of medium-voltage switchgear, which are used to protect electrical equipment in data centers, utilities and industrial generation and distribution systems. The power management company said it will

KEARNEY, Neb. (KSNB) — The University of Nebraska Medical Center’s priority candidate for chancellor said addressing the state’s healthcare shortage will require better pay for educators and keeping students in Nebraska after graduation. Dr. Dele Davies, who has served as interim chancellor since 2024, spoke about his.

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The storms early last week had Omaha Public Power District crews working hard to restore power, and in some places they didn’t work alone. Subcontractor tree trimmers cut limbs out of the way. But a pair of neighbors were shocked by what they found left behind.

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - High gas prices are forcing drivers to make adjustments to how much they drive around the metro, with many trying to avoid unnecessary trips. Those same high gas prices are forcing some boaters to make adjustments to their recreational plans this summer. Jahren Nelson is cranking...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Weekly rates of ER visits for tick bites are the highest for this time of year since 2017 in the region, according to the CDC’s Tick Bite Tracker. Travis Bure, a tick researcher and associate professor in the Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology at Creighton University said the increas

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - There was a large police presence early Thursday in Midtown Omaha. Officers were seen in the area of 30th and Cuming streets shortly after 4 a.m. Our First Alert 6 crew reports at least 12 OPD cruisers were blocking westbound traffic. Traffic has since opened back up.

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Douglas County residents can drop off up to 16 tires for free on June 6 at a city facility in South Omaha. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the city facility at 22nd and Washington. Illegally dumped tires have appeared across Omaha...

Nebraska’s wide open plains and quiet heartland spirit have helped shape singers whose voices carry honesty, emotion, and unmistakable character. While the state is often celebrated for its farmland, small towns, and Midwestern resilience, it has also produced artists who made a lasting impact on rock, country, folk, p

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - One person is in the hospital after a cutting in North Omaha on Wednesday evening. Police officers went to the scene near 50th Street and Ames Avenue shortly after 8:30 p.m. Wednesday. Police dispatch says initial reports indicate the victim’s injuries are considered serious. --

BLAIR, Neb. (WOWT) - Emergency personnel were called to Blair Airport, located about halfway between Omaha and Blair, at about 11:30 a.m. Wednesday. This is a developing story. Stay with First Alert 6 for updates. — Watch breaking news unfold on our livestream. Download the First Alert 6 streaming app to...