Kent Luetzen
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Omaha, NE, United States
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Positively the Heartland: Nebraska nonprofit prepares to welcome more than 700 Afghan refugees
A local partnership aims to greet Afghan refugees with a warm meal once they land in the Omaha area. → Read More
Proof of vaccine or negative COVID test needed for Eagles concert Tuesday night
After taking a short rest stop during the pandemic, the Eagles are back in the fast lane and are making a stop at the CHI Health Center. → Read More
Applejack Festival to bring thousands to Nebraska City
NEBRASKA CITY, Neb. (KMTV) — Thousands of people will be pouring into Nebraska City during the next few weeks. The Applejack Festival will span the next three weekends and Arbor Day Farms is ready. 3 News Now reporter Kent Luetzen spoke with Connie Van Nostrand about the festival and tells us what to expect. → Read More
"Daegan Page was all in on life": Marine Cpl. Daegan Page laid to rest at Omaha National Cemetery
Twenty-three-year-old Corporal Daegan Page will be laid to rest on Friday. → Read More
Huskers take on Bluejays in Wednesday night volleyball match
Red will meet blue tonight on the court of CHI Health Center. → Read More
Wildfire smoke impacting air quality in the metro
You can see it when you step outside. Smoke from wildfires burning in Canada and the western U.S. is now in the metro area, impacting our air quality. → Read More
Lack of testing brings concern that Delta variant will go unchecked
The TestNebraska program recently ended, but now the number of COVID-19 cases is rising across the country. → Read More
Landmark settlement agreement reached in opioid epidemic
As the opioid crisis worsens with new synthetic drugs, Nebraska will likely see millions of dollars in the next few years to help fight this epidemic. → Read More
Cleanup underway in the metro after Friday's severe storms
Trees down, streets blocked off, power outages and traffic issues are the aftermaths of Friday night's storm. → Read More
I-80 to be under construction through summer
Starting Tuesday, all traffic from 78th street to 87th street will shift to eastbound lanes. → Read More
Omaha Fire Dept. offers safety tips ahead of holiday weekend
The Omaha Fire Department says families need to stay aware to prevent accidents throughout the weekend. → Read More
Omaha Food Lovers, Inner Rail Food Hall team up for Vacation in the Village
Inner Rail Food Hall is teaming up with Omaha Food Lovers on Saturday for the ultimate foodie experience. → Read More
College World Series events kick off Friday
The College World Series is back and the fun starts Friday night! → Read More
Record hot temperatures bring health risks
It doesn't take long out in the heat to start experiencing medical issues. → Read More
La Vista community to celebrate Ryan Larsen’s 12th birthday Tuesday as search continues
Larsen's 12th birthday will be celebrated by community members Tuesday evening at Central Park in La Vista. → Read More
Mallgoers share experiences of Westroads Mall shooting
Hundreds of people were inside Westroads Mall as a shooting occurred on Saturday, many either hiding in bathrooms and closets or some evacuating the mall immediately → Read More
Rep. Don Bacon says he had COVID-19 in late 2020; hopes others will get vaccine
Rep. Don Bacon told 3 News Now that he caught COVID-19 in late 2020. He hopes others strongly consider getting the COVID-19 vaccine. → Read More
Bars welcome St. Patrick's Day crowds after canceling events last year
Wednesday is St. Patrick’s Day, and like last year, the holiday comes amid concerns about the pandemic. But unlike last year, there's a vaccine and we know more about COVID-19. → Read More
Meet the Omaha baby born in a hospital parking garage
OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — It's not your typical childbirth story, but it's one an Omaha couple will tell for the rest of their lives. It started with an early morning walk to the bathroom and ended in the parking garage at Nebraska Medicine. 3 News Now reporter Kent Luetzen has more on how Baby Astrid entered this world in the story above. → Read More
Nebraska lawmakers discuss conversion therapy ban
On Friday, state lawmakers will hear testimony about a proposed law banning conversion therapy. → Read More