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Fuller Center bikers roll through Aurora
The Casey’s parking lot on the corner of Highways 14 and 34 in Aurora July 1 became a pit stop for a chain of cyclists who were on their way to York. For one of the cyclists, Aurora wasn’t just one of the many pit stops he and the cyclists will be resting at, but was also a served as a family visit with his brothers.
Firefighters battle flames in West Omaha home
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Two people were forced to escape a West Omaha home after a fire started early Wednesday. Fire crews were called to the area of 166th and Dorcas Streets just before 3 a.m. They found smoke and flames upon arrival. The fire was under control within about...
Crews respond to Carter Lake water rescue
CARTER LAKE, Iowa (WOWT) - Omaha Fire Department search-and-rescue crews were called to Carter Lake for a water rescue early Wednesday. The call went out just before 2 a.m. We don’t know who or what crews were rescuing; a 6 News photographer did spot several people in swimsuits on scene.
North Platte Planning Commission approves amendment for TIF workforce housing redevelopment plan
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - On Tuesday, the North Platte Planning Commission had a short agenda in front of them. Earlier this year, a new workforce housing project was introduced to the public, passing all necessary municipal hurdles. Midwest Land Development, LLC plans to build on the south side of East Phillip between Sandridge Apartments and Newberry.
'More and more complaints': Mayor's proposed city budget includes relocation of Omaha Police gun range
ELKHORN, Neb. — Omaha Mayor Jean Stothertpresented a packed 2025 city budget with plans to fully staff police and fire departments. The mayor's proposed spending plan included a $531 million general fund for 2025. Among the plans for the Capital Improvement Program is a new and relocated Omaha Police...
White Parents Of Adopted Black Sons Fled Predominately White Nebraska Town Over Anti-Black Racism
It began with one student calling their child the n-word, but other Klan cadets joined in, calling him the n-word and a baboon while making monkey noises at him similar to the white Ole Miss frat bro who went viral after making monkey noises at a Black woman in video footage celebrated at the Republican National Convention last week. The post White Parents Of Adopted Black Sons Fled Predominately White Nebraska Town Over Anti-Black Racism appeared first on NewsOne.
Mayor Aims to Clear Up Controversy in Cozad
The City of Cozad has recently found itself at the center of a controversy. The dispute centers on communication practices, meeting notices, and the departure of City Administrator Nikki Schwanz. The city notified the public of the June 6 meeting by posting a notice on their office door, at the...
Summer pattern prevails now going forward
Now getting later into July, it should come as no surprise that we’ll be switching back to summer heat soon enough. July has been good to us so far, though. Most days were below average and relatively cool by July standards. And we are still running over three and...
Everybody's favorite first responder pups are heading to Lincoln this fall
LINCOLN, Neb. — Lincoln's Pinnacle Bank Arena announced "Paw Patrol Live!" will perform in November. Related coverage in the video: Chronicle: Omaha's music scene. Everybody's favorite first responder dogs will "unite" for two nights, Nov. 29 and 30, at the arena. Tickets to see Chase and all the other...
Nebraska Heatwave: Omaha Faces Intense Temperatures and Smoky Skies
Omaha, NE – Omaha is set to experience a significant heatwave this week, with temperatures soaring into the 90s and smoky conditions persisting. The National Weather Service has indicated that the heat will continue through the weekend, offering little relief. According to the US National Weather Service Omaha/Valley Nebraska,...
‘Can’t Live Like This’: Black Nebraska Teen’s White Classmate Placed a Knee on His Neck and Asked Him If He Could Breathe; Parents Forced to Withdraw Him from School and Leave Town
The parents of a Black teenager decided to move their son from a Nebraska town after learning he was exposed to a relentless racist environment […] ‘Can’t Live Like This’: Black Nebraska Teen’s White Classmate Placed a Knee on His Neck and Asked Him If He Could Breathe; Parents Forced to Withdraw Him from School and Leave Town
Anderson Ford gives back to teachers with mission to fulfill classroom wish lists
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Anderson Auto Group is giving a hand to teachers with the ‘Operation Clear Teacher Amazon Wishlists’ event. Marketing Coordinator and Customer Relations Manager Rachael Miner said that this is the second year the company is giving back to the community. “You don’t do it...
Nebraska basketball in four-star center’s final five schools
The Nebraska basketball team is now in the final five schools for a four-star center from the class of 2025. Tommy Ahneman announced he is down to five schools before entering his senior year of high school, with Nebraska in the mix. The 6-foot-10 center is playing his senior season at Cretin Derham Hall in Saint Paul, Minnesota, after playing for West Fargo Sheyenne. He is the No. 45 overall recruit in the 2025 class, the No. 7 center prospect, and the No. 1 player in North Dakota. Ahneman led West Fargo Sheyenne to the Class AA state title, earning the 2024...
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