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OMAHA, Neb. — City and streetcar officials are talking about how to use both wires and batteries to power the streetcar system — which can save money — and is more aesthetically pleasing, according to some members of the Omaha Streetcar Authority. Officials are also talking about...

Omaha officials talk winter testing streetcar system

OMAHA, Neb. — One person was critically injured in a two-vehicle crash early Monday morning. Omaha police responded to the crash near 70th and Military avenues around 4:45 a.m. They closed several lanes of traffic to investigate the crash. Drivers were urged to avoid the area.

One person critically injured in North Omaha crash

OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha nonprofits are asking the Forest Lawn Cemetery for the chance to preserve the historic home that sits on its property. The cemetery says it's not going to happen. The McManor, designed by influential architect John McDonald, sits on the edge of the cemetery. McDonald designed...

Nonprofits push to save historic Omaha home from demolition

OMAHA, Neb. — Bullets hit an Omaha home child care Monday morning when the owner stepped out and interrupted an apparent vehicle theft in progress in the street. Omaha Police said Monday evening two teens are in custody. Just before 11 a.m., officers responded to a residence near 41st...

Teens, ages 14, 17, taken into custody after shooting near Omaha home child care

OMAHA, Neb. — Two people were hurt in two separate motorcycle crashes Monday in Omaha. The first happened around 12:30 p.m. near 24th and L streets. Authorities said the motorcyclist was transported to a local hospital in serious condition. Police haven't said what led up to the crash, but...

2 people injured in two separate motorcycle crashes Monday

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BELLEVUE, Neb. — Bellevue firefighters battled a housefire Saturday night — they said it started in the kitchen. Fire officials said everyone who lived in the house near 24th and Madison streets escaped without serious injuries. Bellevue fire said the fire was knocked down quickly, and nobody was...

Bellevue firefighters respond to Saturday house fire

OMAHA, Neb. — The Omaha Public School board approved a $35,000 contract with a recruiting firm to look for a new superintendent. According to the contract, the firm, GR Recruiting, would receive half of the funds initially as part of the search to replace Cheryl Logan. Then, 25% will...

Omaha Public Schools approves $35,000 contract with recruiting firm to find new superintendent

OMAHA, Neb. — Millard Public Schools will consider approving a retention package for current employees during Monday night's board meeting. The proposal would give all "regular," full-time employees a $1,200 stipend if they commit to working the entire 2023-24 school year, according to the meeting agenda. Temporary, seasonal, substitute...

Millard Public Schools to consider retention stipend for all full-time employees

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OMAHA, Neb. — The Nebraska Hospital Association has been vocal about how healthcare systems in the state have had to tighten their belts. Now, the association is fairly certain it will take some time before hospitals will be able to loosen them a notch. "Great Plains Health has experienced...

'A bunch of difficult decisions': Nebraska hospitals fear financial outlook in 2023

OMAHA, Neb. — Millard Public Schools hope an extra $1,200 will help avoid staffing shortages and keep teachers in the classroom. The president of the Millard Education Association, Tim Royers, says they're happy with the stipend. "We're also really excited that it's going to everybody in our buildings, not...

Millard Public Schools approves $1,200 stipend for full-time employees next school year

Founded in 2020, the Midlands African Chamber and their foundation is focused on enhancing the robust African and African American business climate in Nebraska and across the Midwest. You may not have heard of them, but they are making an impact right here in Omaha. Earlier this month they held their Suit Up program. It empowers young men and women by providing everything they need to prepare for a job.

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OMAHA, Neb. — In her studio located in Omaha’s Old Market, Jenna Lambrecht pieces together art to change the way others see the world. “We can take you to a space that's peaceful and friendly,” said Lambrecht. She leans on handiwork first honed in childhood. “I grew...

Omaha cancer treatment center gets colorful makeover

Omaha police investigate a motorcycle crash that left two people critically hurt. It happened just before 6 p.m. Sunday at 27th and Cuming streets. Investigators say a motorcycle hit a pedestrian. Medics rushed the pedestrian and the motorcycle driver to the hospital in critical condition. Police are asking people to...

OPD: Crash involving motorcycle and pedestrian leaves 2 people critically hurt

OMAHA, Neb. — Investigators said a man was arrested for arson following a Saturday morning house fire. Thirty-two-year-old Maxim Kirilkin was arrested, and now faces a charge for second-degree arson. Fire crews were called to a home just after 10 a.m. near 17th and Clark streets. Firefighters battled the...

32-year-old man arrested for arson after Omaha house fire Saturday morning

OMAHA, Neb. — A local woman gets national recognition for her work in our community. She's featured in USA Today's "Women of the Year" issue. The issue features people like Michelle Obama & Goldie Hawn. But also women from across the United States like Omaha's Nicky Clark who says...

'That means a lot to me': Omaha woman honored by USA Today for community work

Florida State

OMAHA, Neb. — In 1984, 31-year-old Pat Moore wanted to understand the attitudes toward older people across the country at the time. Dress up as an older woman herself, and explore cities across the U.S. in her aged disguise — all in a bid to learn the lessons of aging. Moore even used special eye drops to simulate viewing the world through aged eyes.

31-year-old woman's adventures in aging brought abuse, insults and kindness

OMAHA, Neb. — Students at Omaha Creighton Prep are on a mission to make the entire school environmentally friendly. There are several clean energy projects to make the campus more sustainable. "We met with our administration and our president of Creighton Prep to talk about sustainability, how we can...

Omaha Creighton Prep students' mission to make the campus more sustainable

OMAHA, Neb. — Henry Doorly Zoo's new and wildly bright holiday tradition is coming to Omaha in 2023. The holiday celebration will run from Nov. 17 - Dec. 30, with no activities on the day of Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve or Christmas. A walkthrough light display, Santa's meet-and-greet, and more...

'Zoolightful': Henry Doorly Zoo announces its new holiday tradition coming to Omaha

Greg Wagner with Nebraska Game and Parks sat down with First News Saturday about the two special rivers open for Trout fishing. The rivers just West of the Omaha metro have been stocked and thousands of fish are swimming around waiting to be caught. Each is pen-sized, about 10-12 inches.

Great Outdoors: Special rivers in Nebraska open for Trout fishing

OMAHA, Neb. — In this week's Chronicle, we go inside the desert dome, under the water and behind the glass with Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo. We talk about the zoo's conservation efforts, a new holiday tradition coming this year, and its three awards from USA Today, including number one zoo in the country.

Chronicle: What's new, Henry Doorly Zoo?

OMAHA, Neb. — If you've got kids, then you know it can be tough keeping those stuffed animals in decent shape. But the Henry Doorly Zoo has you covered with its Teddy Bear Weekend. Kids were able to get into the zoo for free Saturday and could bring along...

Henry Doorly Zoo holds 'Teddy Bear Weekend' for stuffed animals in need of repair

March is National Nutrition Month. If you are trying to eat healthier you may not know where to start. Life Time Fitness is sharing tips to help you improve your diet. Personal Trainer Mary Hurlbert said protein is one of the most important things to incorporate into your diet, whether you are dieting or simply trying to eat healthy.

Life Time Fitness in Omaha talks protein for National Nutrition Month

No More Empty Pots has become a staple in the community, focusing on education, stewardship and sustainability efforts here in the Omaha metro. CEO and co-founder, Nancy Williams sat down with First News Sunday to share the future of the organization and what went into getting No More Empty Pots off the ground.

Celebrating Women's History Month: No More Empty Pots shares their decades-long work of community service

Iowa State

OMAHA, Neb. — Saturday in Omaha, kids from around the area flocked to the University of Nebraska-Omaha to compete in a regional spelling bee competition. The winner gets a spot in the prestigious Scripps National Spelling Bee. Omaha's regional competition included kids from across Nebraska, as well as parts...

UNO hosts regional qualifier for Scripps National Spelling Bee

OMAHA, Neb. — A man who had a heart attack on I-80 on Wednesday is saved by a mother and a nurse who were in the right place at the right time. KETV first brought you this story on Thursday, and now the two women are speaking to us about what happened that day.

'Life mattered': Women who saved heart attack victim's life on I-80 share incredible story

LINCOLN, Neb. — On the first day of spring practice Monday, Nebraska coach Matt Rhule said two players are suspended for not living up to program standards. Rhule said senior running back Anthony Grant and junior wide receiver Tommi Hill have been suspended. This content is imported from Twitter....

Nebraska football coach Matt Rhule suspends two players for not living up to program standards

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Standoff between protesters, developers at site of housing project in Lincoln

OMAHA, Neb. — A standoff continues between protesters and developers of a controversial housing project in Lincoln. Members of the Niskithe Prayer Camp stood in front...

Standoff between protesters, developers at site of housing project in Lincoln

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