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Omaha sees more rain so far in 2024 compared to all of 2022
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - After an incredible amount of rain earlier this week, the year of 2024 has now reached an official 22.59″ of precipitation in Omaha, as of June 3rd. This is more than the entire year of 2022 (22.55″) and closing in on the total for 2023 (24.98″). In fact, on Tuesday, July 2nd the area totaled 2.08″, breaking the daily precipitation record of 1.28″ set back in 1958.
Omaha Police investigating armed robbery at fireworks stand
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Omaha Police are investigating a reported armed robbery at a fireworks stand early Thursday. OPD tells 6 News officers were called to a fireworks tent near 36th and Q just after 3 a.m. A representative told them three juveniles in a silver minivan took fireworks from the tent and pointed a firearm at him.
Omaha man sentenced for possessing stolen mail, identity theft
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Below is a list of sentences handed down in federal court Wednesday in the District of Nebraska, as provided by U.S. Attorney Susan T. Lehr’s office. Michael B. Emmanuel, 37, of Omaha, was sentenced to 41 months in prison for possession of stolen mail and unauthorized use of access devices, plus a mandatory consecutive two years for aggravated identity theft. Emmanuel will serve three years of supervised release and must pay $32,972.71 in restitution when his prison term is complete.
'Happy birthday': Omaha celebrates 150th birthday in 2004 with ginormous cake and KETV's Rob McCartney
OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha celebrated its 150th birthday in 2004 with a giant 1,350 sq. ft. cake and thousands lining up to grab a slice, including KETV's own Rob McCartney. The celebration started off like any other birthday party with singing "Happy Birthday," and while McCartney emceed the event, Mayor Mike Fahey and Omaha 150 chair Bruce Lawrenson took the honors of cutting the ginormous cake.
Experts sound alarm on firework safety measures
OMAHA, Neb. — Fireworks are exciting, but they can also be dangerous. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, some fireworks accidents can even be life-threatening. Last year, they reported that five out of eight deaths were associated with firework misuse. In the report, they found an increase in...
17-year-old critically hurt after firework incident in southeast Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. — A 17-year-old was critically hurt by a firework. Omaha first responders found the victim just after 10 p.m. Wednesday near South 20th and 'K' streets. It's unclear what injuries the victim sustained. The investigation into what led up to the incident is ongoing.
6 First Alert Forecast - Scattered storms early, clearing for Fourth of July evening
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Fourth of July will start off with scattered showers and storms around through the morning. The greatest chances will be between 7 AM and 11 AM, though spotty storms will remain possible through 3 PM. At their strongest, the storms may have a strong gust...
Giltner girl wins National American Miss Nebraska pageant
GILTNER, Neb. (KSNB) - The Olympic trials aren’t the only place you will see central Nebraska represented. Makeena Huhman will be representing Nebraska in the National American Miss pageant after being crowned Miss Nebraska Junior Pre-Teen at its pageant in Omaha. The 9-year-old says preparing for a pageant is a process; you have to pick outfits, do your hair, and maybe some nail polish and sometimes the process can be boring or frustrating, but it’s pretty easy work for Huhman.
'This is still an issue': High thefts of Hyundai and Kia models continue
OMAHA, Neb. — Thefts of Kia and Hyundai's are still high in the metro. Omaha police said they make up about 34% of vehicle thefts this year. Christina Whalen is a recent victim. She parked her car on the street outside her home Wednesday night and Thursday morning; it...
Video released of suspects in Omaha shooting
New video has been released in an Omaha shooting that sent two young women to the hospital. Investigators shared video of two people suspected of being involved in the incident at Levi Carter Park just after midnight early on May 25th. In the video, a group of people mills about...
Finishing Touches at Omaha’s Third Costco
This construction project is nearly complete. Workers are applying the finishing touches for Omaha’s third Costco Wholesale store, which will open for business this month. Located on the southeast corner of 180th & West Maple Road, this new Costco should relieve pressure at the 123rd & West Dodge Road location.
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