Students Take the Lead in Bellevue Mayor’s Youth Council
The Bellevue Mayor’s Youth Council was founded in fall 2024 for youth to get involved with their community and their local government. These students represent Bellevue at planned functions around the community. The Youth Council has guidance from Police Chief Ken Clary, Councilwoman Kathy Welch, and Mayor Rusty...
A frigid night around Omaha as cold air moves in for Sunday
The Cold: As frigid air moves in Saturday night and Sunday night, we'll drop to around 19-24º, with wind chills will be around 10 degrees! Cover any exposed water pipes and disconnect water hoses from your house to prevent freeze damage this weekend. The main shot of cold air...
72nd and L St. bridge demolition begins this week with major traffic closures
The 63-year-old 72nd and L Street bridge will be demolished Thursday night, closing 72nd street for five days as crews mechanically break down the aging structure.
Yes Brings ‘The Fragile Tour’ to Steelhouse Omaha for an Unforgettable Night
REVIEW BY DAVID TAYLOR AND PHOTOS BY ROBERT A CHADWICK | Go Venue Magazine. Steelhouse Omaha was the place to be on Friday, November 7, 2025, because Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and legendary progressive rock band, Yes, made their return to Omaha. They’ve played downtown Omaha a handful of times, but never at...
That time Tim tried out for Mensa
“We need someone to mock at our next Mensa dinner. Interested in taking our test?”. With that, a friend, who is a decades-long member of the fraternity for the Top 2% most-intelligent people in the world, conned – err, “recruited” – me to take the Mensa entrance exam.
Overnight Transport of Large Turbine May Cause Temporary Road Closures Near Turtle Creek Station...
The Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) is transporting a 225-megawatt combustion turbine to Turtle Creek Station (TCS) in Sarpy County. The turbine is about 35 feet long and weighs around 560,000 pounds. It is part of an expansion project at the natural gas-powered plant.
‘Beloved’ College Student, 20, Killed in Hit and Run While Jogging: ‘She Was the...
A University of Kansas student was struck and killed in a hit-and-run while jogging, and investigators are asking the public to help identify the driver. Twenty-year-old Elsa McGrain of Omaha, Neb., was jogging in Lawrence, Kan., around 6 p.m. local time on Thursday, Nov. 6, when the incident occurred, according to a...
Ralston students step up for fall yard clean-up
Student volunteers raked 11 yards across the Ralston community, assisting residents who may struggle with yard work due to age or physical limitations. Participants say the project is about more than cleanup — it creates opportunities to connect with neighbors and foster a stronger sense of community. The National...
Omaha city-wide food drive to continue through fall, winter, revealing donation numbers
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Donations made by neighbors like you as a part of Omaha’s city-wide food drive will feed hundreds of families. In one week, more than 41,000 pounds of food and $600,000 in donations were received and Mayor John Ewing says that amount will continue to increase.
Nebraska Employee Hears Strange Noises In Dumpster And Finds A Puppy Bound In Tape
Every pet parent’s worst nightmare is losing their beloved furry family member. The fear, worry, and uncertainty about whether they are safe can be overwhelming. Sadly, some people treat animals without compassion, showing no regard for the fear or pain they cause. A Terrifying Find. Late one night, an...
