Omaha, NE

Two tower trucks are the latest addition to the Omaha Fire Department. Delivering much-needed power on the frontlines. "These trucks are to replace some older rigs that definitely need to be replaced. Going to be a good addition to the fire department. There is a lot of versatility," said Omaha Fire Capt. Joe Goessling, with Station 53.

'A lot of versatility': Omaha Fire Department unveils new tower trucks

Bellevue, NE

BELLEVUE, Neb. — On a Tuesday in late March, the lunch-rush line at John’s Grecian Delight is out the door. The packed house is armed with an appetite and, as one patron put it, “cash. Lots of cash.”. Paper money, because for more than two weeks, John...

'It's just overwhelming': Community supports Bellevue restaurant struggling without internet, phone service

Omaha’s Durham Museum is undergoing a $1.6 million restoration of the ceiling in the iconic Union Station. The building was named a national historic landmark in 2016. “We're one of the most pristine examples of Art Deco architecture in the nation. And so, we just feel like it is our privilege and our obligation to make sure that we're preserving the building and preserving that history for our community,” said Kim Henze.

"I think it's just going to be even more grand”

Iowa State

OMAHA, Neb. — On March 23, Omaha marks 110 years since the killer Easter Sunday Tornado of 1913, the deadliest Nebraska has ever seen. At least 150 people died in the storm on Sunday, March 23, 1913 as it tore through the heart of Omaha. "It was on the...

1913 Easter tornado kills 150 people in Omaha

Lincoln, NE

LINCOLN, Neb. — Lincoln-based Nelnet, a student loan servicing company, announced the elimination of about 550 jobs Thursday afternoon. Nelnet said it was notified by the Department of Education on Wednesday about a contract modification that will "significantly decrease" how much it makes per borrower. Nelnet also said the...

Lincoln-based Nelnet cutting more than 500 jobs

LINCOLN, Neb. — Lincoln Children's Zoo announced the birth of a new armadillo. The male southern three-banded armadillo, named Jimmi, was born on Feb. 1 to mom, Fiz, and dad, Fez, according to the zoo. He is Fiz and Fez's third baby born at the zoo. The zoo said...

Lincoln Children's Zoo announces birth of a new southern three-banded armadillo

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Neb. — A missing 56-year-old man has been identified as thebody found along Rainwood Road in Omaha, according to authorities. Patrick Weber, who was reported missing by Council Bluffs police, was identified as the body found after an autopsy as part of a homicide investigation, according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.

Missing Kearney man identified as body found near 66th & Rainwood Road in Omaha

OMAHA, Neb. — There's a new addition at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo. The zoo announced that a female giraffe calf was born at 12:40 a.m. on March 19. She successfully stood for the first time about an hour later at 1:30 a.m., according to the zoo. The new calf...

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo announces birth of new giraffe calf

OMAHA, Neb. — A 20-year-old man injured in a shooting Thursday near a Northwest Omaha doughnut shop suffered injuries not considered to be life-threatening according to Omaha Police. The shooting took place around 2:30 p.m. near 106th & Fort Streets. Investigators later identified the victim as Rashaun Benton. Police...

Police identify man found shot in a Northwest Omaha parking lot

Nebraska State

LINCOLN, Neb. — The Husker football team hit the practice field Thursday giving coaches a look at what works and what needs some improvement. This content is imported from Twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

Sights and sounds from Nebraska football spring practice, March 23

OMAHA, Neb. — Previous coverage in the video above. A 26-year-old man was sentenced Thursday to more than four decades in prison for killing a man. A Douglas County judge sentenced Daniel Atherton to a minimum of 48 years behind bars for the death of 39-year-old Clinton Brownlee. In...

Omaha man sentenced to 48 years in prison for murder

OMAHA, Neb. — One person is seriously injured after a crash Wednesday morning in Omaha. The crash occurred near 52nd Street and Northwest Radial Highway around 7:45 a.m. One person was transported to the University of Nebraska Medical Center in serious condition, according to authorities. There is no information...

1 person seriously injured after crash Wednesday morning in Omaha

OMAHA, Neb. — A crash on Interstate 80 caused major delays in Omaha Wednesday morning. The crash was reported in the westbound lanes near 36th Street around 6 a.m. At least two vehicles are involved. One of them flipped over. Officials told KETV NewsWatch 7's Anthony Copeland that no...

Crash on Interstate 80 causes major delays early Wednesday

OMAHA, Neb. — An Omaha organization welcomed a well-known actor — and former White House staff member — to the Metro. Inclusive Communities hosted a discussion called "Conversations for Change" with Kal Penn on Tuesday at the Holland Performing Arts Center. The series focused on climate change,...

Inclusive Communities invites actor Kal Penn to Omaha for 'Conversations for Change' series

OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert delivered her annual State of the City address on Tuesday. In the speech, she talked about the strides the city has taken when it comes to public safety. The mayor also said she will take action to address the shrinking recruiting numbers...

Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert delivers State of the City address

Council Bluffs, IA

A new step in school safety: The state of Iowa rolls out a new app that lets students, teachers and parents make anonymous reports. It's taking hold in our area. Council Bluffs Community School District is telling parents to download the app. On Thursday, the district emailed parents, encouraging them...

Council Bluffs Community School District rolls out anonymous reporting app

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Papillion, NE

SARPY COUNTY, Neb. — Tuesday evening, Papillion City Council willvote on a proposal to create a dive team in Sarpy County. The team would consist of members from the Sarpy County Sheriff's Office, LaVista Police Department and Papillion Police and Fire Departments. "We assessed all the cases that we've...

Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office working on creating 'dive team'

More and more women and families are seeking help at Council Bluffs' MICAH House trying to get back on their feet. There are several programs to choose from, including a relatively new therapy field that is making good grounds there, according to one College of Saint Mary graduate student. This...

MICAH House using occupational therapy to help residents regain independence

BELLEVUE, Neb. — Bellevue police took one man into custody after they said he tried to run an officer off the road. It happened along South 21st Street and Cornhusker Road around 12:45 a.m. Authorities were not able to comment on whether anyone was injured.

Bellevue police: Driver tried to run officer off the road

OMAHA, Neb. — Creighton and the College World Series are asking the Nebraska legislature for more than $25 million for baseball fields. As Creighton’s campus expands, access to the current facility could be impacted. But more so, the College World Series said it'll help improve the CWS experience...

'We don't want to lose it': Creighton, CWS ask legislature to help fund baseball infrastructure modernization

OMAHA, Neb. — A now 15-year-old boy will stand trial after a Labor Day weekendshooting near 72nd and Country Club Road. The juvenile faces charges of manslaughter, use of a weapon, minor in possession, and tampering. His attorney demanded the Douglas County Attorney's Office drop charges because he used self-defense.

15-year-old to stand trial for manslaughter in 28-year-old Omaha man's death

SARPY COUNTY, Neb. — Sarpy County reached an agreement with four school districts that settled a lawsuit over tax distributions. In 2021, both the Sarpy and Douglas County treasurers discovered they had miscalculated payments that shortchanged Gretna, Millard, Springfield-Platteview and Omaha Public Schools. Sarpy County will settle the lawsuit...

Sarpy County agrees to settle lawsuit with four school districts over tax distributions

Oakland, NE

OAKLAND, Neb. — A former police chief in Nebraska has been federally charged with misappropriating public funds. Oakland police chief Terry Poland was placed on leave in June 2022 after an investigation by state auditors alleged that he used more than $14,000 in city funds to buy personal items like jewelry and fishing equipment.

Former Oakland police chief federally charged for misappropriating public funds

OMAHA, Neb. — The Drug Enforcement Agency warns about the dangers of fake prescription pills. They say, right now, six out of every 10 pills contain lethal doses of fentanyl. The DEA says, unfortunately, they expect to see the numbers continue to increase with more seizures not only in...

DEA Omaha field office warns 6/10 fake pills seized contain potentially lethal fentanyl dose

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Omaha's Time Out Foods owners hope for seamless transition for famous fried chicken

OMAHA, Neb. — For Time Out Chicken, it's business as usual. North Omaha's famous chicken restaurant remains open despite being up for sale. The owners hope...

Omaha's Time Out Foods owners hope for seamless transition for famous fried chicken

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