Iowa Weather Today: Sunday Sunshine Brings Highs Near 87°F to Carter Lake — Heat...
Carter Lake, Iowa – Sizzling summer heat will take center stage across western Iowa Sunday as sunshine pushes temperatures near 87°F in Carter Lake by late afternoon. With light winds and a strong heat index, residents are urged to stay cool, hydrate often, and limit strenuous activity during peak daylight hours.
Authorities identify man found dead in South Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Omaha Police have identified the man found dead in South Omaha Friday morning. In a release sent Saturday, OPD identified the victim as 54-year-old Robert Allen. According to a previous report, Allen was found in the area of 20th Street and Missouri Avenue, in South Omaha,...
Concert goers share what brings them to Gene Leahy Mall every 4th of July
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Whether it’s a tradition, or a new adventure, people packed the Gene Leahy Mall Friday night to check out this year’s symphony and fireworks show. Lademi Davies said her family comes to Gene Leahy every year to see the concert, she’s a musician who appreciates the arts.
Exhibit at Henry Doorly Zoo closed until further notice, zoo says
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A popular exhibit at the Henry Doorly Zoo is closed until further notice, the Zoo said Friday. In a social media post sent Friday, the zoo says the “Stingray Beach” exhibit will be closed until further notice. The post says that stingrays in the...
Three flamingo chicks hatched at Omaha zoo
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is welcoming a trio of flamingo chicks on Saturday. In a post on Facebook, the zoo said it has successfully bred and hatched three flamingo chicks for the first time in three decades. The chicks will now rely...
Nebraska Softball Freshman Pitcher Alexis Jensen Claims Second Team All-America Accolades
Gretna native Alexis Jensen continues to add more awards to her storied high school career.
8,904 Sq. Ft. Mansion in Omaha, NE ($2,900,000)
Welcome to this beautifully remodeled 1.5-story home in Elkhorn, nestled on a spacious .66-acre lot! Every inch of this stunning residence has been thoughtfully updated, blending modern luxury with functional design. Step inside to discover an open, light-filled layout featuring a floor to ceiling fire place. A huge...
City of Omaha shares an update on the sinkhole on 16th Street
The City told reporter Molly Hudson that their investigation shows the sinkhole developed as a result of "subsurface conditions" there before the truck drove through.
Union Community Newsletter – July 2, 2025
The Relic Refinery is pleased to join with The Historic Downtown Plattsmouth Association for this amazing festival. The Relic Refinery will be opened with vendors galore and our community partner, Happy Paws Plattsmouth. Check out new website at www.happypawsplattsmouth.org. And download foster application!. Happy...
The Douglas County Sheriff thinks the dashcam footage will raise awareness about running red...
OMAHA – The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office shared dashcam video clips of drivers running a red light in West Omaha. Sheriff Aaron Hanson stated that his department received numerous complaints about people running red lights on 204th Street and George B. Lake Parkway. Hanson stated that the area...