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Memorial Park concert date announced, headliner to be announced in coming weeks
OMAHA, Neb. — Mayor Jean Stothert announced the date for the annual Memorial Park concert. “Announcing the Memorial Park Concert date is one of my favorite things to do each year,” said Stothert. “Announcing the talent is even more fun but you’ll have to wait a couple more weeks for that.”
Multiple chances for strong to severe thunderstorms with strong winds, large hail to end the week for Omaha area
OMAHA, Neb. — The Omaha area has multiple chances for strong to severe thunderstorms to end the week. Spotty thunderstorms could move through the metro Thursday night into Friday morning, with higher chances for severe storms southwest of Omaha. The main threats on Thursday include large hail and strong winds.
Two Offutt AFB gates closed to public traffic
BELLEVUE, Neb. (WOWT) - Offutt Air Force Base closed two of its gates to public traffic on Wednesday. According to a notice posted at 11 a.m., traffic was still being permitted through the StratCom gate, which is located along Butler Boulevard near the visitor center and is open 24/7; but was not allowed through the Kenney and Bellevue gates.
Man arrested in connection to Omaha bank robbery
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A man is behind bars on suspicion of robbing a bank in Omaha. Willie Shelly, 28, was booked into Douglas County Corrections on one count of robbery and a warrant. Around 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Omaha Police officers responded to Pinnacle Bank near South 108th and Q...
Lawsuits against Walmart asking for 'unlimited free lifetime shopping' dismissed
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Lawsuits against Walmart filed by a Texas man claiming his civil rights had been violated have been dismissed. Roderick Jackson, the plaintiff, filed the two separate handwritten complaints without an attorney. They were filed into court on Jan. 8 after being mailed to the United States District Attorney's Office for the Western District of Arkansas (WDAR) located in Fayetteville.
Don't 'Lose Control' when R&B and country singer-songwriter Teddy Swims performs in Council Bluffs this fall
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — R&B and country singer-songwriter Teddy Swims will be taking over Stir Cove this fall. Related coverage in the video above: Other country singers coming to Omaha area. The "Lose Control" singer will perform alongside Freak Freely on Sept. 12. This content is imported from Twitter....
Mexican national sentenced to 17 years for Nebraska drug trafficking, faces deportation
OMAHA, Neb. — A Mexican national will spend over 17 years in a Nebraska prison for inter-state drug trafficking. According to the United States Attorney’s office, Fausto Antonia Castro Mendoza, 37, of Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico, was sentenced in federal court in Omaha, after having pled guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl.
Four Arrested on Drug Charges in Glenwood
(Glenwood) The Glenwood Police Department arrested four people on drug charges. Bret Samuelson, 52, of Glenwood, was arrested today for Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Offense. Bond was set at $2,000 cash or surety. Edwin Rogers, 50, of Glenwood, was arrested today for three counts of Child Endangerment, Gathering,...
Crime Stoppers: Suspect shoots at Omaha home where 2 small children were sleeping in their cribs
OMAHA, Neb. — Gunfire shattered the overnight calm in an Omaha neighborhood. Multiple rounds were fired into a house where a family, including two babies, were sleeping. It happened just after 2:30 a.m. on the morning of April 3. The suspect walked up the steps to a house near...
EXPLAINER: Why has it been so windy in Omaha lately?
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Have you noticed the increase in wind speeds recently in Omaha? There have been eleven days so far this month with peak wind gusts above 40 mph. Changing pressure causes an increase in wind speeds, which is why it’s been so windy lately. In fact, April is the windiest month of the year for Nebraska, Iowa, and the majority of the country.
'I came home to this': Neighbor says he wasn't told about placement of fiber box
The availability of fiber internet is increasing across Omaha, but with that growth comes more technology infrastructure in our neighborhoods. One homeowner say this box appeared unannounced.
PAY IT FORWARD: Kirn Middle School teacher receives $500 check
OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — Congratulations to Shauna Cihacek, a teacher at Kirn Middle School who received a $500.00 check from our 3 News Now Pay it Forward Campaign with First Interstate Bank. “Mrs. Cihacek is so deserving of this award to help her enhance her classroom. Shauna is amazing...
Abandoned baby in Omaha sparks changes to state’s Safe Haven Law
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Last October, a newborn baby was dropped off at Fire Station 21 in Omaha. His blood sugar was low, and according to court documents, his umbilical cord was clamped with jumper cables. Firefighters took the little boy to the emergency room and a week later, the Department of Health and Human Services received a phone call from a man who claimed he was the child’s father.
The Crossroads update: Omaha City Council approves increase in TIF loan
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - City Council members heard from the new site managers for The Crossroads development before approving additional funding for the project at their weekly meeting Tuesday afternoon. Speaking about the progress — or lack therof — at the site, Council President Pete Festersen said he’s been “frustrated...
'Burns out the fuel': First responders fight fire with fire in Iowa wildland fires
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — It may seem counterproductive, setting fire when flames are already tearing through acres of land. It's actually a tactic known as back burning, and it's used to fight wildland fires. "It's a lot less dangerous for firefighters, and there are no resources lost," Chad Graeve,...
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