On the road: Mobile simulation unit changes training landscape for Omaha’s EMTs and paramedics
OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — If you’re an EMT or a paramedic, pulling away from your station for advanced certification training and continuing education is necessary – but not always convenient. Creighton’s Paramedicine Department in the College of Nursing and the Omaha Fire Department collaborated on a new Mobile Simulation Unit – designed to provide hands-on […]
Omaha entrepreneurs connect and share ideas at One Million Cups networking event at Millwork Commons
OMAHA, Neb (KMTV) – – Dozens of Omaha entrepreneurs gather every Wednesday at Millwork Commons for One Million Cups, a networking event aimed at building community. Presenters are given six minutes to share their business or nonprofit goals, providing local leaders an opportunity to connect, find mentorship and exchange advice. Local entrepreneurs gather every Wednesday […]
Council Bluffs high school students offer discounted car maintenance to neighbors
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (KMTV) — Students at Thomas Jefferson High School in Council Bluffs are offering discounted car maintenance to the community through the school’s TradeWorks program. WATCH KATRINA’S STORY BELOW Council Bluffs students offer discounted car maintenance TradeWorks instructor, Dean Giese, said the automotive students are ready to put what they have learned in […]
Bellevue gas station pumps shut down after water is found in tank
BELLEVUE, Neb. (KMTV) – The investigation comes after drivers reported that their cars broke down after filling up at the station. Reporter Greta Goede visited the Olde Towne BP but the gas pumps were already turned off. The Bellevue Fire Marshal ordered the Olde Towne BP to stop selling gas after finding water in a […]
The first streetcar rails arrive in place along 10th Street in Downtown Omaha
The first rails of the Omaha Streetcar have arrived in place Crews moved two 160-foot rails to 10th St., between Dodge and Capitol, early Wednesday BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) – The first streetcar rails arrived in place in Downtown Omaha. Two rails arrived at their new home on 10th St., between Dodge and Capitol, […]
Council Bluffs high school engineering students inspired by A.L. graduate working on Artemis missions
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (KMTV) — Engineering students at Abraham Lincoln High School have been watching the progress of Artemis, knowing that a fellow Lynx is part of the mission. WATCH KATRINA’S STORY BELOW Council Bluffs grad inspires students with Artemis mission work “I think it’s, like, motivating to know that somebody who was in the […]
Ralston neighbors raise safety concerns over neighborhood speeding as police and city seek solutions
RALSTON, Neb. (KMTV) – Ralston neighbors are raising safety concerns as drivers continue to speed through their neighborhoods. Ralston residents are raising safety concerns about dangerous speeding in their neighborhoods. The Ralston Police Department issued 25 citations and 31 warnings for speeding in March alone. City officials are exploring solutions like radar speed signs, stop […]
First rails for the Omaha Streetcar to be placed in location on Wednesday morning as project reaches milestone
The first rails of the Omaha Streetcar are being installed downtown on Wednesday morning Crews will begin work at 3 a.m. to avoid rush hour traffic The streetcar system is on track to begin carrying passengers by 2028 BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) – The first rails for the Omaha streetcar project are set to […]
Construction begins on a new roundabout at West Dodge and 275 to improve safety
WATERLOO, Neb (KMTV) — Construction is starting on a new one-lane roundabout at West Dodge and 275, a project aimed at slowing down traffic and avoiding accidents. The road is completely blocked off for drivers heading east along West Dodge near West Shores. The closure will impact commute times for far West O neighbors, requiring […]
Families celebrate Easter at Werner Park with the Omaha Storm Chasers’ post-game egg hunt.
PAPILLION, Neb. (KMTV) — Families capitalized on the clear skies to celebrate Easter at Werner Park with the Omaha Storm Chasers. The team hosted its third Easter egg hunt after the baseball game. The event is part of Family Fundays at the ballpark. Marcus Sabata, vice president of sales for the Omaha Storm Chasers, highlighted […]