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Nebraska troopers issue plea as high-speed citations continue to climb
Lincoln, Neb. — Nebraska State Troopers are urging drivers to slow down as high speeds are on the rise across Nebraska roadways. Last month, troopers issued over 100 citations for speeding at 100 miles per hour or more. They said that's the fourth straight month of triple-digit citations for...
Charges dropped against Douglas man
TECUMSEH - The Johnson County Attorney’s Office has filed a motion Friday to dismiss charges of sexual assault against a 19-year-old Douglas man. The man was 18 when charges were filed in June of 2023. The Douglas man earlier entered a not guilty plea to allegations in Sterling.
Dryer leads to fire in downtown Omaha, multiple crews respond to the scene
OMAHA, Neb. — Multiple Omaha fire stations responded to a building fire near 20th Street & Poppleton Avenue Saturday morning. According to OFD, workers said a commercial dryer caught on fire at Ameritex Services. The fire was contained to the dryer in the northside of the building. Fire crews...
Omaha police arrest suspect for robbing local restaurant Friday night
OMAHA, Neb. — An employee said a suspect entered Voodoo Taco near 25th & Farnam streets demanding money through a note. Omaha police said Darnelle Johnson, 29, went into the restaurant on Friday at 7:30 p.m. and then left on foot after presenting the note. OPD said the suspect's...
Omaha's higher-than-average temperatures with high rainfall creates perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes
OMAHA, Neb. — The Omaha area has seen a rise in so-called mosquito weather, and KETV meteorologist Caitlin Harvey explained why that's the case. The summer season has been warm and damp on average, which might be good for some gardens, but it's also good for mosquitoes. On average,...
Weekend Forecast: Rain chance continues
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Off and on showers and thunderstorms will be possible Saturday and Sunday. Below average temperatures are going to remain through weekend and first half of next week. The second half of next week could end up being hot and mainly dry. Saturday will be partly to...
Health Officials Encourage Childhood Vaccinations Before School Starts
The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department (LLCHD) is reminding families to make sure their children are current on routine vaccines before school starts. “Vaccinations help keep kids healthy, in school and ready to learn,” said Kerry Kernen, Assistant Health Director. “Well-child visits and school or sports physicals provide a great opportunity to check with a health care provider to find out what vaccines children may need.”
Animal Control Confirms First Case Of Rabid Fox In Lincoln
Lincoln Animal Control confirmed that a fox has tested positive for rabies, making it the first confirmed case of rabies in a fox in the city. The fox got injured after getting into a fight with a dog. Later, it was picked up by Animal Control as it started showing signs of rabies.
Bond set at $250,000 for Omaha man accused in fatal pedestrian hit-and-run
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - An Omaha man accused of a fatal hit-and-run of a pedestrian made his first court appearance Friday morning. Davon Barnes, 22, of Omaha was formally charged with failure to stop and render aid, resulting in death. Court documents state that Barnes was traveling at a high...
Lincoln Non-Profit Preparing For Move To New Facility
For nearly 25 years a Lincoln non-profit called Domesti-PUPS has been providing training service dogs for people with disabilities and pet therapy programs. Jo Stutheit is vice president of the Domesti-PUPS Board of Directors and says their mission is to improve the quality of life of people with special needs through the assistance of animals.
Taryn Kloth to represent Team USA in beach volleyball, Creighton as first female Olympian
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Former Creighton volleyball star Taryn Kloth is headed to Paris to compete in beach volleyball for Team USA. “Representing USA and those three letters and everything that it means,” she said. “It’s so cool.”. She just never thought it would come in beach...
Conestoga alum, Nebraska Wesleyan's Hogue nominated for NCAA Woman of the Year
(KMAland) -- Conestoga alum and Nebraska Wesleyan track star Isabella Hogue is among those nominated for the NCAA Woman of the Year. Hogue is one of six from the American Rivers Conference with the nomination. Check out the complete release from ARC linked here.
Celebrate Great Health This Saturday at the Family Friendly “¡Vive Tu Vida! Get Up! Get Moving!” Event-Vivian Garcia Explains
Established in 1970 as a volunteer-staffed free clinic OneWorld Community Health Centers believes that everyone deserves access to the best health care possible, regardless of economic or insurance status. To that end, they provide a vast range of services in health care, dentistry and behavioral health. OneWorld is the largest provider of primary health care services in South Omaha.
WWE Smackdown Results – July 19, 2024 – Omaha, NE
WWE SMACKDOWN RESULTS (JULY 19, 2024): OMAHA, NE. Paul “Triple H” Levesque’s “WWE Then. Now. Forever. Together.” opening signature airs and then we head into an in-depth video package looking back at the key moments from last week’s show involving Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton and The Bloodline.
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