Jacob Comer
Digital producer
Omaha, Neb.
Jacob Comer is new to the Nebraska area. Before joining the 6 News team as a digital producer in February 2022, Jacob worked as a multimedia journalist in West Virginia, covering stories on local politics, crime, personal stories, natural disasters, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
A graduate of West Virginia University, Jacob earned his bachelor's in journalism in 2019 and later a master's in integrated marketing communications. Jacob has experience in reporting, filming, writing, and social media management.
Updated: 13 hours ago
|By Jacob Comer
Fremont County Deputies arrested an 18-year-old after an alleged sexual assault of a juvenile.
Updated: 17 hours ago
|By Jacob Comer
Several meat processing plants in different states, including two in Nebraska, are affected by a recent settlement with OSHA regarding infectious disease protocols.
Updated: 18 hours ago
|By Jacob Comer
A Bellevue City Councilman died Thursday.
Updated: 18 hours ago
|By Jacob Comer
The Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) is continuing its “Click it or Ticket” initiative into the Memorial Day Weekend.
Updated: May. 25, 2022 at 12:16 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Nebraska’s largest outdoor waterpark is reopening this weekend.
Updated: May. 24, 2022 at 1:40 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
New peregrine falcon chicks have hatched atop the Mutual of Omaha headquarters building.
Updated: May. 24, 2022 at 1:07 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A $19.2 million settlement with Ford Motor Company was just announced by several Attorneys General.
Updated: May. 23, 2022 at 2:48 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Goodwill Omaha raised thousands of dollars for a program that provides positive experiences for families with loved ones with autism.
Updated: May. 23, 2022 at 11:00 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
An Omaha home was destroyed after a fire Sunday night.
Updated: May. 21, 2022 at 1:20 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A Norfolk woman was sentenced to a decade in prison for intending to distribute more than 100 grams of meth.
Updated: May. 21, 2022 at 11:14 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Below are the most-watched videos and most-clicked stories for the week ending Friday, May 6.
Updated: May. 20, 2022 at 12:46 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Nebraska’s unemployment rates continue to steadily decline.
Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 1:59 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Some four-legged friends are clearing vegetation at an iconic park in Council Bluffs.
Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 12:24 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Papillion residents should expect to see smoke in the area as a couple of homes will be intentionally set ablaze Wednesday morning.
Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 4:47 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
The ACLU of Nebraska and Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana on Monday said they are filing a lawsuit alleging that Nebraska’s signature requirements to get on the ballot are unconstitutional.
Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 2:13 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Applications are being accepted to fill a vacancy in the Nebraska Unicam.
Updated: May. 14, 2022 at 3:56 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Below are the most-watched videos and most-clicked stories for the week ending Friday, May 6.
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 5:58 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Interim Nebraska U.S. Attorney Jan Sharp announces retirement
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 4:10 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A Council Bluffs man is sentenced for possessing child pornography.
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 2:23 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A major road will be closed during the overnight hours as crews conduct transmission line work.
Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 11:19 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Law enforcement in Custer County is investigating a suspected murder-suicide after two people were found dead.
Updated: May. 10, 2022 at 4:05 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A man who pleaded guilty to making a false statement regarding water quality is sentenced in federal court.
Updated: May. 9, 2022 at 11:37 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Omaha drivers will be impacted by several road construction projects beginning Monday morning.
Updated: May. 8, 2022 at 6:25 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
The Nebraska State Patrol is investigating an officer-involved shooting that left an officer and a suspect injured.
Updated: May. 8, 2022 at 3:10 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Below are the most-watched videos and most-clicked stories for April 2022.
Updated: May. 7, 2022 at 10:51 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A pedestrian in Omaha was killed Friday night after he was hit by two vehicles while crossing the street.
Updated: May. 7, 2022 at 10:37 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Below are the most-watched videos and most-clicked stories for the week ending Friday, May 6.
Updated: May. 6, 2022 at 6:02 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Three people were seriously injured after police say the driver of a Freightliner didn’t yield to oncoming traffic.
Updated: May. 3, 2022 at 1:26 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Omaha Metro will provide free bus fares on the day of the Primary Election.
Updated: May. 3, 2022 at 12:36 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A burn ban in Harrison County has been lifted as environmental conditions have improved.
Updated: May. 3, 2022 at 12:07 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Several politicians representing Nebraska and Iowa share their thoughts on the recently leaked Supreme Court abortion draft opinion.
Updated: May. 2, 2022 at 1:12 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A manufacturing plant in Valley is getting an expansion.
Updated: May. 2, 2022 at 11:08 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A burn ban has been lifted after environmental conditions have improved.
Updated: Apr. 30, 2022 at 10:47 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Below are the most-watched videos and most-clicked stories for the week ending Friday, April 29.
Updated: Apr. 29, 2022 at 1:23 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A global challenge to document biodiversity returns, and locals of the Omaha Metro are encouraged to participate.
Updated: Apr. 29, 2022 at 11:02 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A local chain is offering free coffee to healthcare workers.
Updated: Apr. 26, 2022 at 7:15 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Nebraska reported sentencing updates for three separate cases involving people accused of possessing and intending to distribute methamphetamine.
Updated: Apr. 26, 2022 at 12:28 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Several firearms distributors have allegedly been scamming consumers across Nebraska, Kansas and surrounding states.
Updated: Apr. 25, 2022 at 12:25 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A peregrine falcon that recently died at the Woodmen Life Tower tested positive for bird flu.
Updated: Apr. 19, 2022 at 4:10 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Historic flooding in 2019 is still causing an impact in Plattsmouth.
Updated: Apr. 19, 2022 at 1:23 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A new Goodwill store is set to open in south Omaha later this year.
Updated: Apr. 19, 2022 at 12:36 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
An intersection on Blondo Street will be closed for weeks due to construction.
Updated: Apr. 19, 2022 at 11:40 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Omaha is hosting several events for the public to give input on an affordable housing plan.
Updated: Apr. 19, 2022 at 11:07 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Omaha Police say one person is critically injured after being stabbed early Tuesday morning.
Updated: Apr. 18, 2022 at 12:22 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Voter registration deadlines are approaching as the Nebraska Gubernatorial Primary Election draws closer.
Updated: Apr. 18, 2022 at 11:27 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Police say an early morning cutting incident injured three people.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2022 at 2:16 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A campfire ban continues as drought conditions have triggered a heightened risk of fire.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2022 at 12:14 PM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
Both Nebraska’s and Iowa’s unemployment rates continue to steadily decline.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2022 at 11:20 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A new NIL marketplace will give college athletes in Nebraska the chance to benefit financially from their name, image, and likeness.
Updated: Apr. 12, 2022 at 11:45 AM CDT
|By Jacob Comer
A man was stabbed after he attempted to meet with someone to sell a gaming system.