Man dies after crash on Interstate 80 near Nebraska Crossing
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A Colorado man was killed Monday morning in a single-vehicle crash in Sarpy County. Just before 7:30 a.m., first responders were sent to Interstate 80 about 3 miles southwest of the Nebraska Crossing outlet mall. Investigators said a black Chevrolet Traverse — driven by 44-year-old...
Nebraska authorities make arrest, locate child after EMA issued
Two of the four people inside the car impacted by Stephens' truck died. The space downtown used to be an empty parking lot. Bellevue West track star Jaiya Patillo earns 9th National Title. Updated: 5 hours ago. One of the metro’s fastest runners just keeps getting better.
Judge orders $1 million bond for man accused of killing two in Omaha head-on...
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A judge ordered a $1 million bond today on a man accused of killing two people in a head-on collision. Prosecutors charged Christian Stephens with two counts of felony motor vehicle homicide DUI. Investigators say the 22-year-old was driving the wrong way on I-480 last Friday,...
Nebraskans to walk 50 miles for veterans’ mental health awareness
Lincoln, NE — In a remarkable show of support for veterans, 200 Nebraskans are set to embark on a 50-mile walk from Lincoln to Omaha this August. The event, organized by the 50 Mile Foundation, aims to raise awareness and provide hope for veterans facing mental health challenges and homelessness.
Eastern Nebraska Weather: Severe Thunderstorm Risk for Omaha, Lincoln, Norfolk from Tuesday Evening into...
Omaha, Nebraska – A powerful line of storms is set to sweep across eastern Nebraska, including Omaha, beginning late Tuesday afternoon and lasting through 3 a.m. Wednesday, bringing threats of damaging wind gusts, large hail, and heavy rain. According to the National Weather Service in Omaha/Valley, storms are...
First Alert 6 Weather Day: Multiple rounds of storms possible Wednesday
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Wednesday is a First Alert 6 Weather Day with two rounds of storms possible. The first line of storms will likely form after midnight Tuesday heading into early Wednesday morning. A second round may develop Wednesday afternoon and evening, all dependant on how well the atmosphere recharges during...
Celebrating 50 years of rock and roll at the Astro, featuring 38 Special and...
Two of rock and roll’s prominent superstars join forces to celebrate 50 years of classic hits in La Vista, Nebraska. The Astro Amphitheater hosted legends .38 Special and Kansas and an evening of classic hits spanning the last half century. .38 Special’s set was filled with hit after hit,...
Police investigating after pedestrian struck, killed in Omaha crash
Today in History - July 13: Massive missile sites installed in Nebraska, Iowa. The “Atlas D” would have been able to travel more than 6,000 miles, if needed. Two hospitalized after rollover crash near Interstate 480. Updated: 9 hours ago. Currently, it is unknown what caused the crash.
Two hurt in early morning crash near downtown Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - An overnight crash sent two people to the hospital early Monday morning. Douglas County officials confirmed the crash happened just before 4 a.m. in the area of 13th and Martha streets. The scene was all clear less than an hour later. The injuries suffered were not...
Wildfire Smoke Leads to Air Quality Concerns in Omaha
(Omaha, NE) -- Canadian wildfire smoke is back. It's coming across Lakes Superior and Michigan, and down through Wisconsin and Minnesota, across Iowa, and into eastern Nebraska. Over the past couple years, smoke plumes have typically come through the Dakotas or from the West. The EPA says particulate matter is...