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Another large sinkhole opens up in Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A sinkhole large enough to swallow a car opened up in Omaha Friday, closing off roads and reportedly putting people in danger. The sinkhole is located near 57th and Pratt streets, in north-central Omaha, not too far away from another large sinkhole near 33rd and Cass streets in Midtown.
York Native, current Husker, Reed Malleck enters final day of championship in lead
FREMONT (July 18, 2024) – A pair of Husker teammates, Reed Malleck and Hamish Murray, are tied for the lead at the 116th Nebraska Amateur Championship after the third round at Fremont Golf Club on Thursday. Malleck, a York native who recently graduated, and Murray, a senior from Australia,...
Blair Lions Club Gears Up for Annual Bob Krogh Memorial Peach & Pear Sale
BLAIR, NEBRASKA (2024 JULY 18, THURSDAY) – The Blair Lions Club is excited to announce its 2024 Bob Krogh Memorial Peach & Pear Sale, a beloved annual tradition that supports numerous community initiatives. This year’s sale, named in honor of a dedicated former member, continues the club’s long-standing commitment to service and community support.
Gold Announces University of Nebraska (NU) System Leadership Appointments
University of Nebraska (NU) System President Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., has announced interim appointments to two senior leadership positions in the NU system office. Chris Kratochvil, M.D., will serve as interim vice president for external relations, overseeing a team responsible for state and federal relations, communications and media relations, marketing and digital media, and event planning. Kratochvil will also oversee functions of the president’s immediate office and collaborate with government relations and communications teams across the campuses to help strengthen relationships with university stakeholders and promote NU’s brand and reputation.
Panhandle police activity, July 10 - July 16
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Sutton Community Home raises $1 million for renovations
SUTTON, Neb. (KSNB) - The Sutton Community Home held a groundbreaking ceremony for their addition and renovations project on Friday. The nursing home has been operating and assisting residents of the area for 60 years and has not changed since opening back in 1964. Their goal is to raise $6 million for renovations and additions to the home.
Texas man accused of motor vehicle homicide, tampering with evidence in crash that killed Nebraska man
HITCHCOCK COUNTY, Neb. — A Texas man is accused of motor vehicle homicide and tampering with evidence after a deadly crash in Nebraska. Around 6:55 a.m. Thursday, the Hitchcock County Sheriff's Department requested state troopers to assist with a fatal crash involving two semi-trucks and trailers at the intersection of Highway 6 and Highway 25, the Nebraska State Patrol said.
WOWT Back to School Drive starts with unexpected surprise
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - WOWT’s Back to School Drive started with an unexpected, and welcome, surprise Thursday morning. The drive began at 5 a.m. and wraps up at 7 p.m. outside Scheels at Village Pointe at 168th Street and West Dodge Road. The surprise: The very first donation came...
Anticipated return: Famous air and space show coming to Offutt Air Force Base
BELLEVUE, Neb. — Offutt Air Force Base will host the Defenders of Freedom Air & Space Show. The show will make its return after 6 years on Aug. 24 and 25. It will coincide with the 100th anniversary of Offutt Field. The Air Force Base said it will reveal...
One taken to hospital after multi-car crash in Grand Island
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - A three-vehicle crash happened Thursday afternoon at the intersection of Webb Road and State St. Capt. Dean Elliot of the Grand Island Police Department said a northbound vehicle was turning left onto State St. when it collided with a southbound vehicle. The collision then pushed into a third car.
National Guard members return home after yearlong deployment
DES MOINES, Iowa — Dozens of military families are welcoming home their heroes. One hundred and fifty soldiers from the Iowa National Guard have arrived back in the state after being overseas for a yearlong deployment. The video above shows the Des Moines air base as the soldiers reunite...
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