Douglas County Sheriff’s Office detective recovers gold for scam victims
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A senior couple fooled by scammers worried that their retirement savings was long gone. But a determined fraud detective used technology to track the money mule traveling through another state. On final approach, a Homeland Security pilot helped the Douglas County sheriff and fraud investigator bring...
Nebraska filmmaker debuts with ‘Going for Two’
A first-time filmmaker from Nebraska made her directorial debut last week with the movie “Going for Two.”. Katherine Welch Markel started working on the screenplay in 2014, and it took three years to raise funds for production. She grew up in Nebraska, moved to Los Angeles to work as an actress, stage director and playwright, and finally moved back to Omaha to work on her film.
Bellevue man accused of setting ex’s apartment on fire while recording himself
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A Bellevue man was booked into Sarpy County Jail on Saturday for allegedly setting his ex’s apartment on fire while sharing videos of himself doing so, according to authorities. Mytavious Swift, 21, was booked for 1st-degree arson, burglary, and criminal mischief greater than $5,000. According...
West Omaha’s Winterland Ice Rink Opens Halloween, Free Skating Through the New Year
Crews were busy this week setting up the Winterland ice rink at Heartwood Preserve near 145th and Dewey Avenue in West Omaha, with the outdoor attraction set to open its gates on Halloween. Skating is free, skate rentals are free, and anyone aged three and up is welcome on the ice once the rink opens Saturday and stays open into the new year.
Professional Volleyball Coming to John Cook Arena in 2027
The nation’s best volleyball is coming to the best volleyball venue, as John Cook Arena at the Bob Devaney Sports Center will host two professional volleyball matches in 2027, bringing both of the country’s premier professional leagues to Lincoln. Major League Volleyball (MLV) kicks things off on Sunday,...
Lincoln Lands Omaha Supernovas vs. LA Thunder in New John Cook Invitational
The Omaha Supernovas will face the Los Angeles Thunder on Feb. 28, 2027, at John Cook Arena inside the Devaney Center in Lincoln, as Major League Volleyball stages the inaugural MLV John Cook Invitational. The matchup is designed to honor the legacy of the former Nebraska coach whose name now adorns the arena where Husker volleyball has drawn some of the largest crowds in the sport's history.
Nebraska Gov. Pillen’s reelection campaign earns 3 law enforcement endorsements
Gov. Jim Pillen's reelection campaign has received an endorsement from multiple Nebraska law enforcement organizations.
Veterans Day Events in Iowa 2026
From parades to patriotic concerts, these Veterans Day events offer opportunities to show appreciation, reflect, and connect with those who have served. The post Veterans Day Events in Iowa 2026 appeared first on Fabulous Iowa .
Affordable housing nonprofit breaks ground on new Council Bluffs office
NeighborWorks Home Solutions broke ground on its own new home on Main Street in Council Bluffs. The nonprofit is focused on providing housing for low-to-moderate income families
Devaney Center in Lincoln to host both Omaha professional teams
The home of Nebraska Volleyball will host two professional matches next year. Both of Omaha's professional volleyball teams announced Monday that they will play matches during their upcoming seasons at the Bob Devaney Sports Center. The Omaha Supernovas said they will face the Los Angeles Thunder at the Devaney Center...
