Turki Alalshikh Teases Crawford’s Omaha “Surprise,” but Fans Demand Benavidez, Ennis, or Bivol Instead
Turki Alalshikh says Terence Crawford has a surprise for his hometown of Omaha, Nebraska, and has one for “the future.” He said that Crawford (42-0, 31 KOs) will rest for “one or two months” before the “surprise” is announced. Omaha Isn’t Boxing’s Center Stage...
Gov. Pillen appoints new judge to Nebraska 2nd Judicial District
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has appointed James Buchanan of Omaha as county court judge in the Second Judicial District as of Thursday. “Buchanan has had his own law practice in Nebraska for over 20 years, focusing on areas of domestic litigation involving paternity, custody, child support,...
Joslyn Museum’s hidden gem
The Josyln Museum’s Durham Cafe cooks up a delicious dining experience. Their kimchi rice bowl, avocado toast and matcha are all worth a try. Amidst the beauty of the Joslyn Museum lies a hidden treasure: the Durham Cafe. After taking in the pieces of art, visitors want to end their experience with a nice meal or a...
Omaha area career centers see increased interest amid government shutdown
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Staff at Heartland Workforce Solutions said they’re seeing an increase in calls because of the ongoing government shutdown. Many are asking about their Dislocated Worker Program, which provides assistance to anyone age 18 or older who’s been laid off, whether the layoff is shutdown-related or not.
LB 77 cited by OPD, but lawmakers say that law didn’t shape the Crawford...
Mayor Ewing and OPD Chief Schmaderer addressed concerns after the traffic stop, while Sen. McKinney stressed LB 77 wasn’t a factor—the issue is policing Black people
Mayor Ewing wants reviews of police policies after Crawford traffic stop
Omaha Mayor John Ewing announces police policy reviews after a gun was drawn during a traffic stop involving boxer Terence Crawford
Nebraska Brewing Company In La Vista To Close After 18 Years
LA VISTA, NE — After 18 years in operation, Nebraska Brewing Company has announced it will be closing its doors. The La Vista-based brewery, known for its role in building the state’s craft beer industry, shared the news this week through a statement on social media. Bankruptcy Filing...
People Drive From All Over Nebraska For The Mouth-Watering Seafood At This Legendary Restaurant
In the heart of landlocked Nebraska, there’s a bright red building with a cheeky fish painted on its side that’s become something of a pilgrimage site for seafood lovers. Shucks Fish House & Oyster Bar in Omaha defies geography with seafood so fresh you’d swear you could hear seagulls overhead.
Airman credited with saving lives when confronting shooter near his home
GLENWOOD, Iowa. (WOWT/Gray News) - An Iowa man is being credited with saving lives after stepping into the line of fire during a deadly neighborhood shooting. Authorities say the shooter that day was Dennis Burnell. He killed two people, set his own house on fire, and fired dozens of rounds into nearby homes on Aug....
Berkshire Hathaway to pay $9.7 billion for OxyChem, potentially Warren Buffett’s last big deal
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Berkshire Hathaway is buying Occidental Petroleum’s chemical division for $9.7 billion in what may be the last big acquisition involving the consummate dealmaker, Warren Buffett. Buffett wasn’t mentioned anywhere in materials released by Berkshire Hathaway discussing the deal Thursday, potentially...
