Fundraisers held to help Omaha-area senior centers
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Dozens of people took advantage of the nice weather this morning and took a walk through the park to raise funds for senior centers, sponsored by the Nebraska Office on Aging. In Benson Park, World War II veteran McKinley Ray, age 101, took a walk like...
New effort in Council Bluffs tries hands-on approach to help the homeless
Activists in Council Bluffs are taking to the streets to help people who are homeless through a new program called “A Path Forward.”. Chasity Kephart is a first responder community health coach with the Council Bluffs Police Department. She spent last week hiking along the Missouri River, reaching out to people who...
‘She paved the way’: north Omaha family reflects on 20 years of stability
Kimberly King purchased her Habitat for Humanity home in 2004, giving her children stability and a sense of belonging. Now, 20 years later, the home is fully paid off and ready to be passed down. Before owning their house, the family lived in Crown Point. Kimberly said homeownership gave her...
Fremont explosion investigation continues, questions remain
According to a release from the Omaha Police Department, officers got to the scene on I-80 near 84th Street just after 8:30 a.m. Wednesday. Join our team at 7 a.m. weekdays for the latest morning headlines. Two injured after crash in Midtown Omaha. Updated: 4 hours ago. Omaha police officers...
Suspect in fatal North Omaha shooting sentenced to prison
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The man accused of shooting and killing an Omaha man in 2023 was sentenced in court Friday. Mark Keesler, 33, was sentenced to 6-15 years in prison for one count of Manslaughter, with 41 days’ credit. Keesler pled “no contest” in June to a charge...
More than 50 vendors bring unique shopping to Aksarben Stock Show
GRAND ISLAND — The Nebraska State Fair announced earlier this week a robust shopping experience awaiting visitors at the 98th Annual Aksarben Stock Show, which takes place at the Fonner Park Campus Sept. 25-28. More than 50 carefully selected western vendors will offer everything from authentic home décor to custom...
Today in History – Sept. 18: Henry Doorly Zoo helps injured eagle back into...
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - On this day back in 2017, an injured eagle was released back into the wild, thanks in part to a Henry Doorly Zoo veterinarian. “Bolt” caught national attention after he was rescued by local fishermen, and his head wound stumped experts. A Fontenelle Forest volunteer...
Celebrating Latino Heritage Month in South Omaha: Food, festivals and community
For many in Omaha, Latino Heritage Month is more than a calendar event—it’s a chance to honor traditions, share stories and celebrate the generations that built South Omaha into the vibrant community that it is today. South Omaha has long been a landing place for immigrant communities, first...
Upcoming fall clean up days for Sarpy County
Bellevue residents can drop off items Oct. 11, while Papillion La Vista offers week-long cleanup starting Oct. 20.
Victim airlifted after Norfolk assault leaves her with extensive bleeding
Learn details surrounding the assault in this article.

















