Sean MacKinnon
Sean MacKinnon joined WLWT in October 2024 as a reporter. He previously worked for our sister station in Omaha, Nebraska covering politics locally and across
Jun 26, 2026Open source
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Omaha quarantine unit shares lessons as last passengers from hantavirus ship leave
UNMC and Nebraska Medicine leaders spoke of lessons learned in the quarantine, some of which they have begun sharing with others in a national disease-fighti...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
What we know about the Nebraska man charged with plotting an attack on the White House
Gov. Jim Pillen addresses and Omaha FBI arrest on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in connection with a plot against the UFC fight at the White House.
Jun 22, 2026Open source
Liberty Bell's 1915 trip brought out big crowds across Nebraska
Besides Omaha and Lincoln, the train carrying the Liberty Bell on its way to San Francisco
Jun 21, 2026Open source
Omaha Community Foundation in talks to join NU as owner of Nebraska Medicine
In another curveball, the Omaha Community Foundation could soon join the University of Nebraska an “equal member” over Nebraska Medicine.
Jun 20, 2026Open source
Nebraska Humane Society’s $8M project looks to bring affordable vet care to the Omaha metro
An $8 million project at the Nebraska Humane Society looks to bring more affordable veterinary care in the Omaha metro.
Jun 20, 2026Open source
In 1876, Nebraska and Omaha hadn't grown from their pioneer stages
Explore the significant events and challenges faced by Omaha and Nebraska in 1876, including the state
Jun 17, 2026Open source
What we know about the Omaha man charged with plotting an attack on the White House
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen addresses an Omaha FBI arrest on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in connection with a plot against a UFC event at the White House.
Jun 17, 2026Open source
Some large Nebraska school districts will likely adopt pre-K-2 suspension policies for violent behavior aft...
Omaha Public Schools leaders announced at a board meeting earlier this month that the district would not expand its policy to allow suspensions of prekinderg...
Jun 15, 2026Open source
The Nebraska Humane Society holds a 'furmily' reunion for its former shelter dogs
Dozens gathered at the Omaha Dog Bar for a unique type of family reunion Sunday afternoon.
Jun 15, 2026Open source
This Day in History - June 13: MLB game played in Omaha
June 13, 2019 - The first regular season MLB game played in Nebraska happened at TD Ameritrade Park in Omaha on June 13, 2019.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Omaha Freedom Festival celebrates Juneteenth at Miller Park
Omaha's Freedom Festival, one of Nebraska's largest Juneteenth celebrations kicks off
Jun 13, 2026Open source
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Omaha is in Sarpy County, Nebraska.
Region: Nebraska
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68101, 68102, 68103, 68104, 68105, 68106, 68107, 68108, 68109, 68110, 68111, 68112, 68114, 68116, 68117, 68118, 68119, 68122, 68124, 68127, 68130, 68131, 68132, 68134, 68135, 68136, 68137, 68138, 68139, 68142, 68144, 68145, 68152, 68154, 68157, 68164, 68172, 68175, 68176, 68178, 68179, 68180, 68182, 68183, 68197, 68198
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Dangerous heat and humidity to impact Omaha area
Dangerous heat and humidity will settle into eastern Nebraska and western Iowa to end the week and start the upcoming week. The risk for heat-related illness...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
'Dire situation': SCOTUS immigration rulings shake-up community, Nebraska legal group braces for impact
The Center for Legal Immigration Assistance said the impact from this ruling will be felt well outside the lines of the immigrant community.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Nebraska cowboy Shadbolt enjoys living out his dreams
SPRINGDALE -- Garrett Shadbolt grew up bareback riding in a small Nebraska town called Merriman and knew he always wanted to ride bareback for a living.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Nebraska Supreme Court dismisses challenge over release of voter data to DOJ
The Nebraska Supreme Court has dismissed the appeal over the release of the state
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Book & Booze Fest with local authors, vendors scheduled for Friday at Ashland steakhouse
More than 20 local authors, five bookstores and more than 20 vendors will be on hand for the Nebraska Book & Booze Fest at Round the Bend Steakhouse in A...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Nebraska records its best Directors’ Cup finish since 2000-01, Troy Dannen nets bonus
Sam McKewon and Gary Sharp discuss Sam's sitdown conversation with Husker coach Matt Rhule. They also preview the Battle of the Boneyard seven-on-seven tourn...
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Sean MacKinnon
Sean MacKinnon joined WLWT in October 2024 as a reporter. He previously worked for our sister station in Omaha, Nebraska covering politics locally and across
Jun 26, 2026Open source
Omaha quarantine unit shares lessons as last passengers from hantavirus ship leave
UNMC and Nebraska Medicine leaders spoke of lessons learned in the quarantine, some of which they have begun sharing with others in a national disease-fighti...
Jun 25, 2026Open source
Former Husker Sam Hoiberg signs with Phoenix Suns
Sam Hoiberg, a Lincoln-area standout and former Nebraska guard, is headed to the Phoenix Suns as an undrafted free agent.
Jun 25, 2026Open source
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