Jessica Wade is a senior reporter at Nebraska Public Media, focusing on Omaha coverage for The Reader and El Perico. With a background in reporting on city government and development, she covers themes such as commercial real estate, urban development, and the intersection of culture and society. Jessica's work has been featured in various publications, including WIRED, The Post and Courier, and the Omaha World-Herald.
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Jessica Wade's coverage indicates a strong focus on local community news, government and politics, culture & society, with an emphasis on South Carolina. She frequently covers announcements from the local government and events affecting the region.
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Eighteen American passengers from a cruise ship that saw a hantavirus outbreak arrived at the University of Nebraska Medical Center on May 11. Their quarantine in Omaha was part of a nationally coordinated effort to assess, contain and treat any potential infections.
By: Jessica Wade
On the edge of Fontenelle Forest in Bellevue, a small team cares for more than 20 winged carnivores. An internet-famous screech owl, an inquisitive turkey vulture, and an attention-loving peregrine falcon — every bird housed in the Raptor Woodland Refuge comes with a story.
By: Jessica Wade
Decommissioned grain silos have long towered over a South Omaha neighborhood. By the end of 2029, they'll be transformed into 223 market rate apartments.
By: Jessica Wade
Jacquelyn Morrison sat at a picnic table in the Gene Leahy Mall on a humid summer morning. The nine-acre park in the heart of downtown Omaha was bustling with activity.
By: Jessica Wade
The Omaha Inland Port Authority unveiled the location for its headquarters Tuesday morning, a major step in the publicly funded entity's mission to grow economic opportunity in north and east Omaha.
By: Jessica Wade
A race of national significance brought a nationally known Democrat to South Omaha Tuesday.
By: Jessica Wade
Omaha's new public safety headquarters is planned to take shape within the long-awaited Crossroads development. City leaders say the $181 million facility will “move us into the 21st Century.”
By: Jessica Wade
Major investments in Omaha's parks and public safety lead the city's proposed 2027 budget.
By: Jessica Wade
Come for the free activities and live performances, stay to support downtown Omaha's struggling businesses.
By: Jessica Wade
Omaha has joined a growing list of cities that aim to place climate solutions in the hands of teens and young adults.
