Alarm bells ring on jobs and brain drain in Nebraska. But there’s no silver...
In the span of two weeks, the Omaha metro was hit with a one-two combo of dire reports about jobs and brain drain. The Aksarben Foundation and Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce separately agree that the region has a crisis of stalling jobs and wage growth when compared to other metros.
Young driver caught on camera doing ‘donuts’ in Millard neighborhood
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has safety reminders for the public following an incident Wednesday morning. In a social media post Thursday, DCSO says a homeowner near 176th and Q streets in Millard sent in video of a white pickup doing donuts. Deputies identified the...
Puerto Rico on a Plate: Elie’s Chinchorro Caribbean Bistro
Elie’s Chinchorro Caribbean Bistro is one of the most unique eateries in the metro. First of all, it’s home cooking at its finest—especially if you grew up in a household with Puerto Rican heritage. Living in New York, specifically the Bronx, there was no shortage of island cuisine. Neighbors made incredible...
Applications open for North Omaha assisted living facility for combat-wounded vets
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Applications are now open for an assisted living facility for combat-wounded veterans in Omaha. The Dunham House is set to open next fall in North Omaha. They broke ground in May. The facility offers one-bedroom apartments, personalized care, community areas, and a fitness center. They plan...
Students help assemble 500+ baby bags for Omaha moms, families
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Hundreds of students from Duchesne Academy spent the day assembling baby layettes -- backpacks filled with diapers, onesies, blankets, and other essentials -- for new moms in need. The project, organized in partnership with the Christ Child Society of Omaha, is the largest service effort the...
‘They Know That You Live In Dallas’: American Airlines Passenger Flies From San Antonio...
Travel hacks online are a dime a dozen, with a new one seemingly popping up every day. One that has been around a long time, however, is stirring controversy among airlines after they caught on to what travelers were doing: skiplagging. What Is Skiplagging? Skiplagging refers to the hack of buying a flight with...
Warm Up in Omaha With These Cozy Hotpot Spots
When the air turns crisp and evenings grow chilly, few things feel more comforting than gathering around a steaming pot of broth with friends and family. Hotpot is more than a meal; it’s a cozy ritual, complete with conversation and the occasional competition over who cooked their meat just right.
Future Omaha streetcar construction uncovers past streetcar rails
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Driving down Blackstone looks a lot different now than back in the 1950s, the last time Omaha’s streetcars were operational. Construction on the new streetcar led to the discovery of large sections of the old rails. Workers cut them out of the ground before hauling...
Omaha residents testify for hours on proposed homeless encampment ordinance
Over three hours of testimony at city council as residents shared perspectives on a proposed ordinance calling for up to 30 days in jail and/or up to $300 fines for encampments
Gov. Pillen, local and state leaders recognize seven inaugural Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics...
HASTINGS, Neb. – A new statewide program is ready to hit the ground running by increasing mental and behavioral health services across the state. Gov. Jim Pillen along with local and state leaders convened in Hastings Wednesday morning to recognize the seven inaugural Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics...
