Cem Brinklow
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Bringing Christmas joy to families in Omaha from Buffalo, NY
Bills 'Walter Payton Man of the Year' is from Omaha. Harrison Phillips is busy practicing to take on the Panthers, but he recruited his parents to help. → Read More
A Christmas display with Santa Claus listening to kids' wishes is open through the holiday season
Every Thursday through Sunday until December 23rd, families can find Santa at 103rd and Redick streets. It's a house you can't miss -- full of lights, decoration, a Christmas ship, and old Saint Nick himself. → Read More
'It's about generosity': Hundreds of volunteers hand out thousands of toys
During the holiday season, Abide's Second Saturday offers more than food to those in need. Saturday morning, 300 volunteers helped hand out thousands of toys as well as hot meals, boxes of frozen food, and even diapers. → Read More
Alamo Drafthouse Midtown eyes reopening with job fair
The theater has been silent for over a year, but the Alamo Drafthouse in Midtown is ready to bring the silver screen back for guests. In order to reopen, they need to fill much-needed positions for their theater, restaurant and bar. Potential applicants had the chance to interview and accept jobs on the spot during their job fair. → Read More
Fire chief receives hero's welcome by community of Syracuse
After 10 weeks of rehab at Madonna in Lincoln, Eric Fass was welcomed home by the community of Syracuse showing their support and love for their fire chief. → Read More
Digging deep for tree diversity: '115 spread throughout this area'
Volunteers helped Keep Omaha Beautiful plant over 100 trees in four Omaha parks on Friday. It's part of an effort to diversify the city's tree canopy in the event another invasive species of insect, or disease, makes its way through the area, like the Emerald Ash Borer has. → Read More
Local artist makes finals in nationwide talent search
A nationwide contest for the most talented beard in America has come down the the final 10. Meet Collin Smith -- a finalist from Omaha. Collin submitted a video showcasing his many talents, and of course, his beard. → Read More
'All good things must come to an end': Owners of Nobbie's announce store closing at end of year
For 33 years, Nobbie's helped create memories for so many — especially during the spooky season. The party and costume store is closing by the end of the year, with one last hurrah for Halloween. → Read More
Pearl Harbor sailor given military honors after DNA testing identified his remains
Eighty years after the attacks on Pearl Harbor, Eli Olsen was laid to rest with military honors in Exira, Iowa. The sailor was 23 years old when he served on the USS Oklahoma. DNA testing from his siblings identified him in 2017. And in September of 2020, the community and Navy paid their respects in honoring Olsen's sacrifice. → Read More
Paying it forward: Big Brothers Big Sisters mentee becomes mentor
Andrew White remembers the impact his Big had in his life. When the time came to enroll in the Big Brothers Big Sisters mentorship, he didn't hesitate to apply. → Read More
Rotary Club of Omaha and volunteers honor lives lost during 9/11
Twenty years ago, America was attacked and 2,977 lives were lost. For the last 17 years, Lynn Castrianno and local volunteers place nearly 3,000 flags in the ground at Memorial Park. Each flag carries a name and age — a reminder of those we lost. → Read More
College of Saint Mary reveals new $18M athletic and wellness facility
The College of Saint Mary has grown from four sports teams to 11 in just 20 years. With the growth comes new needs. A new state-of-the-art indoor facility is aimed at helping the college compete for generations. → Read More
Community organizers march in support of voting rights
Voting rights advocates say a 2022 ballot initiative in Nebraska requiring proof of identification is restrictive on people's voting rights. On Saturday, over a dozen groups marched in opposition of the ballot measure and in support of voting rights. → Read More
UNO office in Afghanistan damaged by car bomb, Taliban attack
UNO has had a strong partnership with Afghanistan for over 40 years. The university trains Afghan teachers and helps build strong curriculums. On Aug. 3, that neighborhood was attacked by the Taliban. → Read More
Brain cancer survivors excited about annual 5K race: 'We're a family'
The Head for the Cure 5K was held virtually last year. Survivors of brain cancer look forward to seeing familiar faces at the annual event. But the pandemic is causing some runners to change course. → Read More
Coach Scott Frost takes questions from the media ahead of Huskers Fan Day
Coach Frost took a wide range of questions from the media about camp and the upcoming season. → Read More
Missing juvenile: 13-year-old boy is missing in Lincoln, last seen Friday night
Lincoln police are asking the public's help in finding a missing 13-year-old. Last seen near Prescott and 48th streets Friday night → Read More
Area churches hold prayer services focused on recent violent crime in the city
With a rise in violent crimes involving teens and kids, Omaha pastors are inviting the community to prayer services every Tuesday. Aimed at unifying congregations under the same goal -- stop violence in the youth -- community leaders are hopeful the city can make a change. → Read More
'It's bright and colorful, just like his personality was': Dom's Park is open to the public
After losing their 4-year-old son to cardiac arrest in 2018, Ryan and Tiffany Walters wanted to keep his name alive. On Saturday, their dream became a reality when Dom's Park was opened for families to create new memories and remember Dominik Walters. → Read More
'Like taking a journey through time': Photo exhibit highlights North Omaha's storied history
Dozens of black & white photos hang at the Charles B. Washington Library with the faces from North Omaha's historic past that dates back to the 1930s. From motorcycle and social clubs, to mini golf and drill teams — North Omaha's history is on full display. → Read More