The threat of coronavirus is forcing millions of students from their dorms causing them to scramble into action. The same goes for students at Creighton University.RELATED: Now they're trying to figure out -- not only how to get home -- but how to get there safely.Jenna Okura is loading up. The plan -- to return home to Hawaii."I'm worried about flying -- flights weren't too bad to find, but flying is another concern for me."Concern over flights being canceled and keeping the coronavirus at bay.Students have until Monday to move out, leaving little time for worry. "We've been packing for...…The threat of coronavirus is forcing millions of students from their dorms causing them to scramble into action. The same goes for students at Creighton University.RELATED: Now they're trying to figure out -- not only how to get home -- but how to get there safely.Jenna Okura is loading up. The plan -- to return home to Hawaii."I'm worried about flying -- flights weren't too bad to find, but flying is another concern for me."Concern over flights being canceled and keeping the coronavirus at bay.Students have until Monday to move out, leaving little time for worry. "We've been packing for...WW…

A bill was discussed in committee Wednesday that would provide for year-round daylight saving time. L-B 10-15 was introduced by Senator Tom Briese Wednesday. Under this bill, Nebraska would spring ahead one hour and then stay there.There is a catch.The bill will not take effect until both the federal government allows states to do so and until two neighboring states adopt similar year-round time legislation.…A bill was discussed in committee Wednesday that would provide for year-round daylight saving time. L-B 10-15 was introduced by Senator Tom Briese Wednesday. Under this bill, Nebraska would spring ahead one hour and then stay there.There is a catch.The bill will not take effect until both the federal government allows states to do so and until two neighboring states adopt similar year-round time legislation.WW…

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - On Thursday, the Nebraska Supreme Court has released opinions on of both issues appearing on the November ballot.The court decided medical marijuana would not appear on the November ballot, while Nebraskans will have the opportunity to vote on expanded gambling in the state.Petitions for both measures received enough signatures to qualify for the ballot. Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen qualified the medical marijuana measure but the Court heard arguments against and for the initiative two weeks ago.In Thursday’s opinions, the Nebraska Supreme Court said the...…OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - On Thursday, the Nebraska Supreme Court has released opinions on of both issues appearing on the November ballot.The court decided medical marijuana would not appear on the November ballot, while Nebraskans will have the opportunity to vote on expanded gambling in the state.Petitions for both measures received enough signatures to qualify for the ballot. Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen qualified the medical marijuana measure but the Court heard arguments against and for the initiative two weeks ago.In Thursday’s opinions, the Nebraska Supreme Court said the...WW…

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - In an announcement Thursday from a popular north Omaha eatery, the said it is backing as a write-in candidate for U.S. Senate in the November election.Love is the 2nd associate chairman of the state Democratic party and also serves at the 1st vice president of the . According to a news release from his campaign, he “worked in the civil rights movement alongside many icons of the movement" and today is .“2020 has been a unique year," he said in a news release. “Many of our young people can’t go to school, many of our adults are not working, evictions are at an all-time...…OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - In an announcement Thursday from a popular north Omaha eatery, the said it is backing as a write-in candidate for U.S. Senate in the November election.Love is the 2nd associate chairman of the state Democratic party and also serves at the 1st vice president of the . According to a news release from his campaign, he “worked in the civil rights movement alongside many icons of the movement" and today is .“2020 has been a unique year," he said in a news release. “Many of our young people can’t go to school, many of our adults are not working, evictions are at an all-time...WW…

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Jake Gardner,of James Scurlock this summer, has died by suicide according to Gardner’s attorney, Stu Dornan.A warrant for Gardner’s arrest was issued after a grand jury indicted him for manslaughter and other charges related to the death of James Scurlock.after the warrant was issued.Gardner was in Oregon. He was supposed to turn himself in today.Gardner, 38, was also facing charges of attempted first-degree assault, threats and using a weapon while committing a felony.Dornan and attorney Tom Monaghan spoke at a news conference Sunday evening at the Paxton...…OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Jake Gardner,of James Scurlock this summer, has died by suicide according to Gardner’s attorney, Stu Dornan.A warrant for Gardner’s arrest was issued after a grand jury indicted him for manslaughter and other charges related to the death of James Scurlock.after the warrant was issued.Gardner was in Oregon. He was supposed to turn himself in today.Gardner, 38, was also facing charges of attempted first-degree assault, threats and using a weapon while committing a felony.Dornan and attorney Tom Monaghan spoke at a news conference Sunday evening at the Paxton...WW…

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Gov. Pete Ricketts made it clear that only documented workers will get the COVID vaccine inside these meatpacking plants.“If you’re working in the plants you’re supposed to be here legally,” Ricketts said during his news conference on Monday. “So to get the vaccination you gotta be working here legally to be a part of the food-processing program, so there’s not going to be a conflict here.”The governor’s office said meat-processing companies take measures to verify the legal status of their workers. But those on the ground say there are plenty of undocumented meat...…OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Gov. Pete Ricketts made it clear that only documented workers will get the COVID vaccine inside these meatpacking plants.“If you’re working in the plants you’re supposed to be here legally,” Ricketts said during his news conference on Monday. “So to get the vaccination you gotta be working here legally to be a part of the food-processing program, so there’s not going to be a conflict here.”The governor’s office said meat-processing companies take measures to verify the legal status of their workers. But those on the ground say there are plenty of undocumented meat...WW…

Skip to contentNEOLA, Iowa (WOWT) - On Cottage Lane in Neola, just outside of Council Bluffs, is Lakin Village. It’s a cul-de-sac of cottages that make living easier for seniors.“Each unit has an attached garage. They are senior-friendly wide doorways, walk-in showers, L-shaped kitchens for easy movement about,” said Denise Carlson, president of the Neola Betterment Corp.The $2 million project was built through the Neola Betterment Corp. with the help of donations from organizations like the Community Foundation for Western Iowa.“We granted them money to finish out that project and also to...…Skip to contentNEOLA, Iowa (WOWT) - On Cottage Lane in Neola, just outside of Council Bluffs, is Lakin Village. It’s a cul-de-sac of cottages that make living easier for seniors.“Each unit has an attached garage. They are senior-friendly wide doorways, walk-in showers, L-shaped kitchens for easy movement about,” said Denise Carlson, president of the Neola Betterment Corp.The $2 million project was built through the Neola Betterment Corp. with the help of donations from organizations like the Community Foundation for Western Iowa.“We granted them money to finish out that project and also to...WW…

Following national guidelines on social grouping announced during the Monday, Gov. Pete Ricketts said Nebraskans should begin limiting events to 10 people or less. The new guidelines, announced at a 3:30 p.m. live news conference, are intended to prevent overwhelming the state's health-care system. The recommended restrictions would include restaurants, bars, weddings, funerals, churches, movie theaters, gyms, etc. It would not apply to grocery stores. RELATED: Grocery suppliesThe state is taking steps to make sure grocery stores stay stocked. In an effort to discourage hoarding, officials...…Following national guidelines on social grouping announced during the Monday, Gov. Pete Ricketts said Nebraskans should begin limiting events to 10 people or less. The new guidelines, announced at a 3:30 p.m. live news conference, are intended to prevent overwhelming the state's health-care system. The recommended restrictions would include restaurants, bars, weddings, funerals, churches, movie theaters, gyms, etc. It would not apply to grocery stores. RELATED: Grocery suppliesThe state is taking steps to make sure grocery stores stay stocked. In an effort to discourage hoarding, officials...WW…

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services issued a summary of new coronavirus cases announced Thursday in several counties, bringing the state's total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 81.NDHHS also corrected its previous tally, noting that a case was erroneously removed.Thirteen new cases were reported Thursday around the state:Four new cases in Douglas County, Douglas County Health Director Dr. Adi Pour announced the county has confirmed an additional four cases of coronavirus.DCHD is now reporting the total number of cases in the county to be 44.The most recent cases are a...…The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services issued a summary of new coronavirus cases announced Thursday in several counties, bringing the state's total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases to 81.NDHHS also corrected its previous tally, noting that a case was erroneously removed.Thirteen new cases were reported Thursday around the state:Four new cases in Douglas County, Douglas County Health Director Dr. Adi Pour announced the county has confirmed an additional four cases of coronavirus.DCHD is now reporting the total number of cases in the county to be 44.The most recent cases are a...WW…

A day after , the state of Nebraska has imposed its first Directed Health Measure to combat the spread of COVID-19, imposing those same limitations on three additional counties. Announced in a news release from Gov. Pete Ricketts on Thursday, the restrictions apply to Douglas, Cass, Sarpy, and Washington counties.According to the measure, gatherings of more than 10 patrons, customers, or invitees — not including staff — are prohibited in schools, daycares, gyms, salons, fitness centers, auditoriums, stadiums, arenas, conference rooms, meeting halls, theaters, libraries, or other confined...…A day after , the state of Nebraska has imposed its first Directed Health Measure to combat the spread of COVID-19, imposing those same limitations on three additional counties. Announced in a news release from Gov. Pete Ricketts on Thursday, the restrictions apply to Douglas, Cass, Sarpy, and Washington counties.According to the measure, gatherings of more than 10 patrons, customers, or invitees — not including staff — are prohibited in schools, daycares, gyms, salons, fitness centers, auditoriums, stadiums, arenas, conference rooms, meeting halls, theaters, libraries, or other confined...WW…