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Jewish American Heritage Month, celebrated each May since its establishment in 2006, honors generations of American Jews who have helped shape the nation’s history and culture. In Omaha, the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), the Nebraska Jewish Historical Society, and the Jewish Federation of Omaha will host a reception...

The two suspects arrested after a shooting near Levi Carter Park that sent three people to the hospital were in court Wednesday.

OMAHA, Neb. — The Nebraska State Patrol has arrested a Millard Public Schools teacher as part of an ongoing child exploitation investigation. Authorities say investigators served a search warrant at approximately 6:15 a.m. Wednesday and arrested 47-year-old Matthew Lund of Omaha at his residence. Lund was booked into Douglas...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The two suspects arrested after a shooting near Levi Carter Park that sent three people to the hospital were in court Wednesday. Maurice Jones and Michael Jones, both 19, are facing charges of discharging a firearm, use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony, and three counts of attempted first degree assault.

From California Pharmacy to California Tacos & More, the building at the intersection of 33rd and California has served as the anchor of the Gifford Park neighborhood for more than a century. Built by the Bogard family, they were among the first Belgian settlers to land in Omaha. Remi Vanden...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A new home in the Dundee neighborhood might look typical from the outside, but on the inside lives are being changed. The home is owned by Ooh De Lally and is helping to solve one major problem people have after getting out of prison. LaRue Marcos...

After nearly four months away recovering from a serious fall and surgery, longtime Bellevue restaurateur John Sakkas is back where many in the community know him best — behind the counter at John’s Grecian Delight. Sakkas reopened his restaurant on Friday, April 17, marking a welcome return for...

PAPILLION, Neb. (WOWT) - Big news for Omaha’s running community!. A major new event this fall will give local runners a chance to punch their ticket to one of the most prestigious races in the world. Organizers announced plans for a race in September called the Nebraska Marathon, which...

The Jewish Federation of Omaha is pleased to announce Mark Martin as this year’s recipient of the Jody & Neal Malashock Award for Professional Excellence. This award is presented annually to a professional in the Omaha Jewish community who has demonstrated exemplary performance in advancing the mission of their organization. The honoree is selected by the Jewish Federation of Omaha Board of Directors.

The front door of a Victorian house is more than an entryway. It’s the intersection between private life and public life. It’s where families greet the outside world, where children stand proud for the revered first day of school photos, teen prom photos, family greetings, and where a Christmas wreath may hang during the holidays. The front door is where neighbors linger to chat...