Omaha Local News

Omaha, Nebraska - The Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) has detained a 26-year-old woman, Erykha Wilson, as part of an investigation into the homicide of 39-year-old Omaha resident, Laron Hodges. The authorities identified Wilson in their latest press release, stating that she has been implicated in the ongoing case. She is currently being held at Douglas County Corrections, facing charges of accessory to a Class I or IA felony, specifically first-degree murder, which is a Class IIA felony in Nebraska. Mr. Hodges was first reported missing on February 7th. As law enforcement progressed with their investigation, they discovered Hodges' vehicle in a...

Omaha, Nebraska - The Omaha Police Department has reported a significant surge in automobile thefts within the city, with the latest data indicating a substantial 72% increase in such incidents in comparison to the previous year. An Omaha resident, David Arrington, is grappling with the harsh reality of this statistic, as he recently fell prey to this escalating crime. "We made road trips from here to North Carolina to Alabama, just quality time with my son because that's the only truck he's ever known that I had," Arrington recounted, reflecting on the deep sentimental value of his vehicle. "There's a lot...

Omaha, Nebraska - Omaha Public Schools, the most extensive school district within the Omaha metropolitan area, is initiating a measure to ensure that students have sufficient access to nourishment even during school breaks. The school district has launched a complimentary summer meals program intended for all students in the district, set to run until July 31. The school district assures that the provided meals will be nutritionally balanced, including a range of fruits, vegetables, varied breakfast choices such as cereals, and hot lunches. The necessity for such a program is escalating, according to Tammy Yarmon, the Executive Director of OPS Nutrition Services....

Omaha, Nebraska - Omaha has welcomed the initial phase of an expansive, multifaceted development known as The Mercantile. This transformative project, described as a "city-defining" augmentation to the downtown area, consists of a vast 20-acre expanse dedicated to residential, commercial, and retail components, as well as green spaces. Brickline at The Mercantile, the completed first phase of the project, encompasses three new city blocks. It includes an accessible, pedestrian-friendly plaza that spans 35 feet in width, along with a premium 379-unit apartment building. Furthermore, the project designates 35,000 square feet of space for ground-floor retail between 10th Street and 8th Street...

Omaha, Nebraska - Authorities in Omaha have apprehended four adolescent individuals believed to be implicated in the recent assault of a 36-year-old man named Johnny Sneed. The incident, which occurred on Friday and resulted in a gunshot wound for Mr. Sneed, sparked a manhunt extending into the early hours of Saturday. Around 3:23 p.m. on Friday, law enforcement officers were called to North 41st Street after a ShotSpotter system detected gunfire in the vicinity. During their investigation, they learned of Mr. Sneed, who had walked into Nebraska Medicine for treatment of a gunshot wound to his upper thigh. He reported having...

Omaha, Nebraska - An ongoing investigation is underway by the Omaha Police into a shooting incident that occurred during the overnight hours, resulting in the injury of a 40-year-old male in the vicinity of 25th & Taylor Streets. At approximately 3:46 a.m. on Sunday, law enforcement personnel happened to be in the area of 25th & Taylor when they were alerted to the sound of multiple gunshots. Promptly responding to the situation, officers swiftly located the victim, who has been identified as Barry Crawford. It was determined that Crawford had sustained a gunshot wound to the lower body. Without hesitation, officers immediately administered...

Omaha, Nebraska - Metropolitan Entertainment & Convention Authority has recently issued a news release, unveiling the eagerly awaited reopening of Heartland of America Park at The RiverFront and Lewis & Clark Landing at The RiverFront to the general public. The scheduled date for the reopening has been set for August 18, which is slightly earlier than initially projected, as stated in the news release. The RiverFront, boasting an expansive 72 acres of public park space, encompasses both Heartland of America Park and Lewis & Clark Landing, which together offer a generous expanse of 58 acres. In contrast, the Gene Leahy Mall...

Omaha, Nebraska - The Omaha Police Department is currently conducting an investigation into a shooting incident that occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning, resulting in the injury of an individual in the vicinity of Ames Avenue. Officers from the Omaha Police Department promptly responded to reports of shots being fired in the vicinity of North 25th and Taylor Streets at approximately 3:45 a.m. Subsequently, the 911 call was updated to indicate a shooting near Ames Avenue. The victim, identified as Krishna Johnigan, aged 20, was discovered at the scene with a gunshot wound. He was immediately transported to Nebraska Medicine...

Omaha, Nebraska - Omaha authorities are currently conducting an investigation into a tragic crash that occurred on Tuesday afternoon, resulting in the death of a motorcyclist and injuries to a passenger. The incident took place at approximately 2:08 pm when police received a dispatch regarding a personal injury crash involving a motorcycle. Based on the preliminary investigation conducted by the police, it was determined that a 2006 Yamaha YZFR motorcycle traveling southbound veered off the roadway and collided with a tree in the vicinity of 260 Regency Pkwy. Tragically, the motorcyclist, identified as 33-year-old Hilario Chavez, was pronounced dead at the scene by...

Omaha, Nebraska - A single individual has been apprehended in connection with a stabbing incident that took place on Wednesday night in the vicinity of Parkview Drive. As per the Omaha Police Department (OPD), law enforcement officers detained a 15-year-old male adolescent on charges of second-degree felony assault and use of a weapon to commit a felony following the cutting incident. The OPD responded to the distress call at approximately 7:51 p.m. and were informed that the victim had been transported to Methodist Hospital by a private vehicle. Upon speaking with the victim, identified as Gabriel Sobeski, officers ascertained that the incident occurred...

Omaha, Nebraska - The City of Omaha Public Works Department has announced the closure of West Center Road between South 105th Street and South 108th Street due to a water main break that requires repairs by the Metropolitan Utilities District (MUD). Residents in the area, like Amy Kohtz and her husband, were startled by the sound of what appeared to be ongoing construction activity during their lunchtime. Upon investigation, they discovered water gushing out of the median. Initially, the road remained open, but the extensive flooding caused concern among drivers, as the depth of the water was difficult to determine due to...

Omaha, Nebraska - The Omaha City Council has given its approval to a nearly $3 million agreement with local architectural firm Leo A Daly, marking an important step towards the realization of a proposed combined police and fire headquarters. Mayor Jean Stothert and Omaha Fire Chief Kathy Bossman have shared their visions for this ambitious project. Mayor Stothert emphasized that the idea of combining the police and fire departments into a single headquarters has long been a goal. She highlighted the benefits of this approach, pointing out that many other cities have successfully adopted similar models. With funding now secured, the...

Omaha, Nebraska - On Friday, Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert awarded grants totaling more than $91,000 to various neighborhood associations and community organizations. These grants are provided each spring to qualifying organizations that are registered and listed in the Neighborhood Association Directory. The grant applications undergo a thorough review process, involving the Mayor's Grants staff, as well as representatives from Keep Omaha Beautiful, the planning department, parks department, and police department. The aim is to ensure that the grants are allocated to deserving organizations that contribute to the betterment of the local communities. In a statement, Mayor Stothert emphasized the importance of strong...

Omaha, Nebraska - The Omaha Farmers Market is set to commence its 30th anniversary celebration this weekend, marking a significant milestone for this beloved community event. The market serves as a platform for local growers and artisans to exhibit and sell their fresh produce and unique creations. To mark the occasion, a special ribbon-cutting ceremony is planned before the market opens its doors. With two locations in the Old Market and Aksarben Village, the market attracts a robust participation of over 200 vendors. Marketing Director Maggie Winton expressed her admiration for the continuous support from the city of Omaha and its surrounding...

Omaha, Nebraska - Aerosmith, the iconic rock band, has revealed that they will be gracing Omaha with their presence on November 10 as part of their "PEACE OUT" farewell tour. Joining them on this tour as special guests are The Black Crowes. In a joint statement, Aerosmith expressed, "It's not a farewell, but a PEACE OUT! Brace yourselves and come along this path, as we promise to deliver the most extraordinary performance of our lives." Tickets for the highly-anticipated event will go on sale to the general public on Friday at 10 a.m. through Ticketmaster. In addition to regular tickets, the tour...