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CrowdStrike outage impacts airports, banks and businesses in Nebraska
CrowdStrike’s routine software update has temporarily put airlines, banks and businesses off the grid on Friday. In Nebraska, people across the state were navigating the technological issue. A failed update on the company’s Microsoft Windows software created the cyber outage. Its Mac and Linux operating systems are both operating....
Former Nebraska senator who vacated his seat to serve as president of University of Florida system announces resignation
OMAHA, Neb. — Former Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse announced his resignation as thepresident of the University of Florida System because of his wife's epilepsy diagnosis. Sasse notably vacated his Senate seat in 2023 after being chosen as the University of Florida President. His seat was filled by Pete Ricketts.
Emergency residency program has had statewide impact
The UNMC Emergency Medicine Residency Program marked its 20th anniversary in June, with a recognition of the far-reaching impact the training program has had across Nebraska and beyond. Over the past two decades, the emergency medicine residency program has been a cornerstone of excellence in shaping the careers of emergency...
Wymore Area Livestock show provides a warm up for Gage Co. Fair
WYMORE, NEB. - Practice makes perfect, it’s a saying old as time. On Thursday night, participants in area livestock showing got to do just that, in a pre fair livestock show. “It’s just a chance to get the animals out in the ring with animals and have one chance...
A fatal crash in Lincoln leaves a 62 year old man deceased
LINCOLN, Neb — A 62 year old male is dead after being hit by a vehicle Saturday morning. At 11:46 a.m., the Lincoln Police Department and Lincoln Fire & Rescue responded to Sun Valley Blvd. and W. ‘O’ Street after a pedestrian was struck by a westbound vehicle. The pedestrian, a 62-year-old male, was transported to the hospital where he later died.
Annual PETFEST announces 2024 lineup, including over 20 artists on two stages
OMAHA, Neb. — Over 20 musicians, bands and performers will take over two stages at the 2024 PETFEST music festival and fundraiser. Related coverage in the video above: KETV Chronicle: Omaha's music scene. The festival will take place at the Petshop Gallery just off 62nd and Maple streets on...
OPPD crew travels to Iowa, Illinois after derecho hits region
The National Transportation Safety Board, which did not trael to the scene, released its report this week on a small biplane crash that occurred at about 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, at the Council Bluffs airport. WOWT Midlands Humane Society takes in eight puppies found in a ditch. Updated: Jul....
Dryer catches fire at Omaha healthcare laundry service
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Firefighters responded to a report of a fire at a professional laundry service in South Omaha on Saturday morning. Omaha Fire reported that a dryer caught fire at Ameritex Services, a healthcare laundry service located near 20th and Poppleton streets. Firefighters were on-scene at 8:44 a.m....
Man allegedly confesses to robbing Omaha taco restaurant
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A 29-year-old man was arrested Friday night near a Mexican restaurant shortly after a robbery occurred at the establishment. Omaha Police said Darnell Johnson of Omaha confessed to the crime after he was taken to OPD headquarters. An employee at Voodoo Taco, located near 25th and...
Nebraska football expected to secure commitment from top recruit DL target
The Nebraska football team looks like they might be about to officially haul in a top defensive recruiting target. In fact, it’s entirely possible considering the little hints Husker coaches have been giving this week that they already have. Even if he isn’t officially in the fold for the...
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