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OMAHA — A South Omaha-focused forum hosted by a nonprofit housing agency drew about 80 people and provoked concerns ranging from a need for more “blue-collar” jobs, affordable houses versus apartments and local voices on public boards and in policy-making offices.    But the most impassioned discussion centered on trea

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A local nonprofit is now offering a weekly housing stability clinic in Council Bluffs, giving residents a place to find help with rental assistance, utility bills, permanent housing and more. Together, which already hosts a similar clinic in Omaha, expanded the service to Iowa to bring...

While it may not have the same stature as prominent landmarks like St. Louis’ Gateway Arch, Omaha’s Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge has become a symbol connecting the two cities on. either side of the Missouri River while becoming one of its most visited attractions. The bridge is among...

It was a gloomy night in Council Bluffs, Iowa on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. But the show must go on as Yungblud made their sold-out Omaha metro debut playing Stir Cove at Harrah’s. Many people packed the venue for this one-of-a-kind performer. Return to Dust opened the gig. This...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A 44-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly vandalizing two Omaha food trucks. Andrew Allen faces a charge of criminal mischief. Omaha police say the incident happened Sunday night at The Churro Spot near 50th and Saddle Creek. Surveillance video allegedly shows a man throwing rocks...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Omaha City Council is set to vote on an ordinance that would raise towing fees for the first time in more than a decade, with a council member arguing the increase would benefit consumers by drawing more reputable companies into city contracts. Councilman Ron Hug...

Omaha’s top food trucks will come together next month for a competition celebrating the area’s thriving culinary scene. Omaha Food Truck Faceoff will be held Sunday, Sept. 13 from 4-9 p.m. at Kros Strain and Pint Nine Brewing Co in La Vista. A press release stated five local...

OMAHA, Neb. — Two of Nebraska’s most important resources for entrepreneurs are beginning new chapters. The Nebraska Journalism Trust announced today that Silicon Prairie News will transition to Omaha 100, while Silicon Prairie Startup Week will be led by Open Range. Together, the transactions position each institution

Omaha officials have not yet determined the cause of a void along the streetcar route that swallowed a sidewalk and partially collapsed a vacant building in June. Now, it’s up to the building owners whether to demolish or repair the remaining structure. Steve Jensen, interim executive director of the...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Heavy rainfall impacted the metro and surrounding communities over the past 24 hours. Most metro communities saw between 1-3″ of rain, but a few communities saw more than 3″ of rain in western Iowa. Focusing on the metro, Eppley Airfield measured 2.86″ of rain...