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WATCH: 6 News WOWT 75th Anniversary special

See the full video of our special that aired Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024.
Since flipping the switch in 1949, WOWT has been a part of 75 years of industry firsts.
By 6 News staff reports
Published: Sep. 26, 2024 at 11:18 AM CDT
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OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - 6 News WOWT is celebrating its 75th year on the air.

From Johnny Carson to John Knicely, the people at 6 News have spent 75 years keeping the Omaha-metro in the know; keeping you safe; and giving you a front-row seat to local, state, and national history.

On Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024, a half-hour special report commemorating our 75th anniversary aired commercial free. Watch that special above, in our apps, and on our YouTube page.

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Find more 75th Anniversary coverage — including vintage videos, promos, photos, and more — at WOWT.com/75.

Copyright 2024 WOWT. All rights reserved.

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