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Deadline confusion costs disabled veteran motor vehicle tax exemption

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A Nebraska law that went into effect in January will save disabled veterans hundreds of dollars when they register one vehicle in the state. But the tax exemption comes with paperwork and deadlines that caught one vet off guard. One county treasurer will push for changes...
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Navigating construction: Birria Boss returns to food truck to survive Project O Street

Project O Street is underway, and while businesses are technically open during construction, Birria Boss owner Jordan Jackson says he’s feeling the pinch.
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New Nebraska law expected to lead to more affordable homeownership

A new Nebraska law that allows for creation of "Community Improvement Districts" is expected to lead to more affordable homeownership.
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Fire crews rescue dog from burning home in southwest Omaha

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Crews were able to rescue a dog from a fire in a southwest Omaha home Monday afternoon. The fire happened in the area of 169th and Chandler streets Monday afternoon. Officials at the scene say no injuries have come as a result of the fire, and...
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“Unacceptable”;”Agenda Against UNC” – Fans Accuse Umpire Of Oklahoma Favoritism After Caden Glauber Drama...

The Oklahoma Sooners and the North Carolina Tar Heels faced off in Game 3 of the CWS Finals to crown this year’s national champion in Omaha, NE, on Monday night. The Sooners started strong, preventing the Tar Heels’ pitchers from settling in and building a significant early lead. However, many UNC fans say the game has
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Two Arrested in Separate June Incidents by Mills County Sheriff’s Office

(Mills Co) The Mills County Sheriff’s Office reported two recent arrests. On June 17, authorities arrested Clinton Jeffrey Moore, 60, of Omaha, Nebraska. Moore was taken into custody on charges of Burglary in the Third Degree and Theft in the First Degree. According to officials, bond was set at $15,000.
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La Vista man arrested after allegedly setting house on fire after ‘gang member stole...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A La Vista man is accused setting a house on fire with people inside on Friday afternoon, according to authorities. Ben Voien, 33, was booked into Douglas County Corrections for 1st-degree arson, which carries a maximum penalty of up to 50 years in prison if convicted.
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Cutting at North Omaha store sends one to hospital, authorities say

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A man was sent to the hospital after two people broke into a store in North Omaha Sunday night, cutting him in the process. According to Omaha Police, officers were dispatched to the scene at a store near 72nd and Blondo around 10 p.m. Sunday. At...
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Police respond to shooting in Westmont area south of Omaha

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Law enforcement responded to a shooting inside a house in Sarpy County near Richland Drive and Grissom Street on Monday evening. According to the Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office, a witness called 911 after seeing neighbors arguing outside and then they heard gunshots come from inside the home.
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Former LS West Titan Drew Dickerson set for national title game with Oklahoma tonight

For 10 days every June, Omaha, Nebraska, is one of the most exciting places in college sports thanks to the College World Series. This year's event to crown a national champion began June 12 and finishes tonight. And one familiar face has been there the entire time — former Lee's...

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