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Omaha News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Omaha News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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Daily 2-minute local news for Omaha, Nebraska (USA): key incidents, city decisions, events, weather, and trending stories. Fresh every day.

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  • Omaha News Today — May 18, 2026

    Omaha News Today — May 18, 2026
    May 18 2026
    Omaha saw a serious crash on Highway 75 early Friday morning leaving one person hospitalized and severe storms that knocked out power for thousands, triggered tornado warnings in Cass, Douglas, and Sarpy counties, and brought tornadoes, hail, and damaging winds to eastern Nebraska and Iowa. The National Weather Service warns of scattered thunderstorms today with a 62% chance of precipitation.
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    1 min
  • Omaha News Today — May 17, 2026

    Omaha News Today — May 17, 2026
    May 17 2026
    Omaha residents should prepare for severe storms and flooding over the weekend as forecasters warn of heavy rain and strong winds, while also staying aware of a rollover crash that left one person critically injured. The community is also grappling with the tragic stabbing of a transgender student, sparking discussions on school safety and inclusivity amid ongoing local events like the Cinco de Mayo parade in South Omaha.
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    1 min
  • Omaha News Today — May 16, 2026

    Omaha News Today — May 16, 2026
    May 16 2026
    Omaha faces severe weather warnings with a severe thunderstorm watch for Friday into Saturday, while John Cavanaugh concedes the Democratic race for Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District. A hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship docked in Nebraska has led to quarantine and passenger relocation to a local hospital.
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    2 mins
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