John Knicely

Oct 30, 2024 | wowt.com | John Knicely

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - It's a big day here at 6 News WOWT - there's even balloons!They're above John Knicely 's desk because Wednesday, we're celebrating his 50 years in broadcasting. It's quite a milestone. John started his broadcasting career here at WOWT in the sports department in 1974 - probably never thinking he'd be defying death on a bobsled. He switched to covering news in 1992. Stay with 6 News as we look back at some of the other consequential stories John Knicely has covered.

Jul 19, 2024 | wowt.com | John Knicely

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - If you had been a first time attendee at the recent SkateFest event at Roberts Skatepark in Omaha, you probably would have been impressed. The parking lot was jammed full, speakers boomed live music featuring local artists, and vendor tents lined the perimeter of the skate area. This is the fourth year for the well-orchestrated SkateFest that has blossomed since it's humble beginnings.

Dec 30, 2023 | wowt.com | John Knicely |Gina Dvorak

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - 6 News Anchor John Knicely tells the stories of the people who make Omaha a community - and an interesting one at that. Here are the Top 6 " Knicely Done " features from 2023:Dele and Arike Davies learned early on that their daughter Lademi was precocious. Lademi took advantage of her opportunities, and she wasn't afraid to try something new. She graduated from Westside this year as valedictorian.

Nov 20, 2023 | wowt.com | John Knicely

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Taylor Foster has an interesting background for a youth pastor. There probably aren't many in his field of service who boxed in the Golden Gloves, withstood the rugged bumps and bruises of rugby, or landed a "heel side back roll" on a wakeboard. That's Taylor. He even faced off with Brahma Bulls in a rodeo arena. "I went to bullfighting school to help me pay for my Master of Divinity degree," he told 6 News. "It really pays well.

Oct 16, 2023 | wowt.com | John Knicely

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - It's never too soon to start thinking about the holiday season -- especially when you can help others. You can do so right now with the Salvation Army's Adopt-A-Family program. 6 News WOWT and Boomer Radio are teaming up as media sponsors for the event. This room at the Salvation Army can be used in many ways. It's large and will get a little crowded as the holiday season approaches.