Health
Omaha Holiday Inn Defies Shutdown Order, Keeps Water Park Open
Douglas County Health Department revokes permits but hotel continues operations
Nebraska Nurse Finds BRCA2 Mutation Through Free Genetic Test
Early detection allows Erin Thoman to take proactive steps to reduce her cancer risk.
CHI Health trains employee dogs for therapy use
A grant from the Beryl Institute is helping CHI Health in Omaha integrate therapy dogs into their hospital to alleviate stress for health care workers.
Crime
Police Searching for Suspect in Omaha Cutting Incident
Victim, 28, injured in northwest Omaha parking lot attack
Omaha Garage Fire Under Investigation
Blaze causes $90,000 in damage, no injuries reported
$1 million for just one single false threat: Researchers on cost of swatting attacks
Artificial intelligence is now being used in swatting attacks, making false threats seem more credible, researchers say
Lifestyle
Woman Finds Touching Text From Late Father About Her
Mary Hackett discovers an old message her dad sent to a friend praising her, leaving her in tears.
Pamela Umscheid, Formerly of Grundy Center, Passes Away
Services are pending for the 66-year-old Omaha resident.
Nebraska Faces Worsening Child Care Crisis Amid Medicaid Cuts
Shortage of child care workers expected to worsen as federal Medicaid spending declines.
Weather
Warmer Days Ahead in Omaha
Finishing off the weekend with warmer temperatures and more sunshine
Millions at Risk as Early Spring Storm Season Hits Heartland
Severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and record-breaking warmth forecast across central US
Wintry Mix May Create Slick Travel in Southwest Iowa Sunday and Monday
Light snow and freezing rain expected in the region
Entertainment
Toto to Perform at Omaha's Orpheum Theater
The legendary band behind "Africa" and "Rosanna" will take the stage in March 2026.
Teddy Riley Apologizes to Keith Sweat Over 'Make It Last Forever' Dispute
The New Jack Swing pioneers reconcile after Riley's claims about not getting paid for the landmark 1987 album.
Omaha Actor Stars in Short Film Premiering at Local Festival
Joey Drwal, an actor with Down syndrome, takes the lead role in 'Chapter 21,' a short film debuting at the Omaha Film Festival.
