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Omaha’s Fall Festivities Draw Record Crowds Amid Autumn Vibrancy
Omaha, NE, October 5, 2025 This weekend, Omaha’s fall events are attracting record crowds, with highlights including the Henry Doorly Zoo’s Halloween Boo at the Zoo, craft beer festivals, and lively...
Senator Takes Action Against Strict Medical Marijuana Rules
Omaha, October 5, 2025 A Nebraska state senator has filed a formal complaint challenging the state’s strict medical marijuana regulations, asserting they significantly inhibit patient access to crucial treatments. This complaint...
Calls for Resignation of University of Nebraska Regent After DUI Incident
Lincoln, NE, October 5, 2025 There is increasing pressure on a University of Nebraska regent to resign following a DUI-related crash that injured a family in Lincoln. The incident, which occurred...
Federal Probe Targets UNO Scholarships
Omaha, NE, October 5, 2025 The U.S. Department of Education has launched an investigation into the University of Nebraska Omaha’s scholarship program amid allegations of favoritism towards DACA recipients and minority...
Omaha Honors Volleyball Coach John Cook for 25 Years of Excellence
Omaha, NE, October 5, 2025 The University of Nebraska regents celebrated legendary volleyball coach John Cook for his 25 years of leadership that transformed the women’s volleyball program into a national...
Shooting in Omaha’s Old Market Leaves One Injured
Omaha, October 5, 2025 An early morning shooting outside a bar in Omaha’s Old Market district left one man injured on Sunday. Police quickly apprehended a suspect at the scene following...
Local Newspapers in Omaha Reduce Print Editions
Omaha, October 5, 2025 In a significant change, major local newspapers in Omaha and Lincoln will cut their daily print editions to five days a week starting November 2025. This shift...
Fire Risk Escalates in Nebraska Fields
Omaha, Nebraska, October 5, 2025 The National Weather Service has issued a high fire danger warning for Omaha-area dry fields, raising alarms over potential wildfires. With low humidity and gusty winds,...
Downtown Omaha Shooting Injures One, Suspect Quickly Arrested
Downtown Omaha, October 5, 2025 A shooting in downtown Omaha left one person, a 28-year-old man, injured on Saturday night. The incident occurred near 16th and Harney Streets, prompting a swift...
BUSINESS
Omaha Recognizes Three Family-Owned Businesses as Top Employers
Omaha, October 5, 2025 In Omaha, three family-owned businesses have been honored as top employers, each significantly contributing to the local economy by providing fair wages and promoting employee wellness. These...
Omaha Welcomes New Botanical Storefront
Omaha, October 5, 2025 Drips Botanical Elements has opened its new storefront in Omaha’s vibrant district, offering premium plants and eco-friendly gifts. This family-owned business invested $150,000 in sustainable sourcing to...
Berkshire Hathaway Announces $9.7 Billion Acquisition in Chemical Sector
Omaha, October 5, 2025 Berkshire Hathaway has unveiled a $9.7 billion acquisition of assets from OxyChem, marking a significant expansion in the chemical manufacturing sector. This deal aims to enhance operational...
Closer Campus Reports 40% Membership Growth in Co-Working Sector
Omaha, October 5, 2025 Closer Campus in Omaha has experienced a significant membership growth of 40% year-over-year, highlighting the demand for flexible workspaces. The facility now hosts over 300 businesses and...
Omaha’s Fork Fest Concludes with Strong Attendance and Economic Boost
Omaha, October 5, 2025 Omaha’s Fork Fest attracted 20,000 attendees and showcased over 100 local vendors, contributing an estimated $500,000 boost to small businesses. The event celebrated local food trucks and...
Omaha’s Major Healthcare Project Advances with Final Approval
Omaha, October 5, 2025 Omaha has granted final approval for the next phase of Project Health, a $1.2 billion medical facility. Set to break ground next month, the project will create...
Omaha Law Firm Secures Major Win in Class-Action Lawsuit
Omaha, October 5, 2025 A prominent Omaha law firm has achieved a significant victory in a class-action lawsuit against a national corporation, resulting in a $50 million settlement for clients affected...
Nebraska Strategies Wins $2.5 Million Contract for Renewable Energy Advocacy
Omaha, October 5, 2025 Nebraska Strategies, a prominent lobbying firm in Omaha, has secured a $2.5 million contract with the state legislature to advocate for renewable energy policy advancements. This contract...
Foster Group Achieves Record Quarterly Earnings in Omaha
Omaha, October 5, 2025 Foster Group, a financial advisory firm based in Omaha, has reported record quarterly earnings of $15 million, driven by increased demand for retirement planning among Baby Boomers....
Events/What's Happening
Omaha Youth Sports Leagues Kick Off Fall Season
Omaha, October 5, 2025 The fall sports season in Omaha got underway with local youth soccer and flag football games at Maguire Field. Hundreds of children participated in the events, which...
Omaha Investigates Suspicious Package at UNO’s Dodge Campus
Omaha, October 5, 2025 Omaha police responded to a suspicious package at the University of Nebraska Omaha’s Dodge Campus, resulting in temporary evacuations. Authorities confirmed the package was harmless, likely a...
Mid-States Poker Tour Introduces Global Ranking System in Omaha
Omaha, Nebraska, October 5, 2025 The Mid-States Poker Tour launched a new world ranking system during an Omaha event, aimed at enhancing player prestige. Local pro Jake Long became the first...
Omaha Hosts Live Taping of Popular Quiz Show
Omaha, October 5, 2025 Omaha welcomed a full house at the Holland Performing Arts Center for a live quiz show taping, featuring humorous interactions between the host and celebrities discussing absurd...
Omaha’s Haunted Attractions Surge in Popularity This Fall
Omaha, October 5, 2025 Omaha’s haunted attractions, including Fort Atkinson ruins, Platte River bridges, and an old asylum in Lincoln County, are seeing a surge in visitors this fall. This seasonal...
Omaha Conference Wraps Up with Focus on AI for Businesses
Omaha, October 5, 2025 The Heartland Developers Conference in Omaha concluded with a strong emphasis on AI readiness for businesses. Over 500 attendees explored tools to enhance efficiency, ethical AI implementation,...
Omaha Triumph: Infant Overcomes Rare Cancer and Returns Home
Omaha, October 5, 2025 In a heartwarming milestone, local infant Emma, diagnosed with rare neuroblastoma at birth, has been discharged from Children’s Hospital in Omaha after months of intensive treatment. Emma...
Omaha Prepares for the First Supermoon Event
Omaha, October 5, 2025 Omaha is buzzing with anticipation as residents prepare to witness the first supermoon of 2025 tonight. With ideal viewing conditions predicted by local astronomers, the community is...
Omaha 5K Run Raises Funds for Children’s Health
Omaha, October 5, 2025 The Run With a Heart 5K in Omaha attracted hundreds of participants and raised over $10,000 for children’s heart health and cancer research. Local runner Sarah Thompson...
CRIME
Shooting in Omaha’s Old Market Leaves One Injured
Omaha, October 5, 2025 An early morning shooting outside a bar in Omaha’s Old Market district left one man injured on Sunday. Police quickly apprehended a suspect at the scene following...
Downtown Omaha Shooting Injures One, Suspect Quickly Arrested
Downtown Omaha, October 5, 2025 A shooting in downtown Omaha left one person, a 28-year-old man, injured on Saturday night. The incident occurred near 16th and Harney Streets, prompting a swift...
Omaha Police Investigate Campus Swatting Hoax
Omaha, Nebraska, October 5, 2025 The University of Nebraska Omaha was placed on lockdown after a swatting incident falsely reported an active shooter on campus. Authorities confirmed the call was a...
Police Chase in Omaha Ends in Crash, Injuring Officer
Omaha, October 4, 2025 A high-speed police chase in North Omaha resulted in a crash on Friday, injuring one officer and damaging several vehicles. The pursuit was initiated due to a...
West Omaha Sees Arrests in Major Construction Theft Ring
West Omaha, October 4, 2025 In West Omaha, two suspects have been arrested for their involvement in a series of thefts at construction sites, stealing tools and materials worth over $50,000....
Chaos Unfolds at Illegal Street Racing Event in Omaha
Carter Lake, Omaha, October 4, 2025 Omaha police intervened on Friday night at Carter Lake, breaking up a dangerous gathering during an illegal street racing event that turned chaotic when a...
Police Disperse Risky Gathering Near Carter Lake in Omaha
Carter Lake, Omaha, October 3, 2025 Omaha police quickly intervened to disperse a large crowd gathered after a vehicle crashed into Carter Lake, highlighting issues of reckless driving and unauthorized gatherings....
POLITICS
Senator Takes Action Against Strict Medical Marijuana Rules
Omaha, October 5, 2025 A Nebraska state senator has filed a formal complaint challenging the state’s strict medical marijuana regulations, asserting they significantly inhibit patient access to crucial treatments. This complaint...
Calls for Resignation of University of Nebraska Regent After DUI Incident
Lincoln, NE, October 5, 2025 There is increasing pressure on a University of Nebraska regent to resign following a DUI-related crash that injured a family in Lincoln. The incident, which occurred...
Regent in Omaha Faces Resignation Calls After DUI Crash
Omaha, Nebraska, October 4, 2025 A Nebraska Board of Regents member is under pressure to resign following a DUI crash that injured a family near Omaha. The regent, found over the...
Traffic Stop Involving Boxing Champion Prompts Community Discussion
Omaha, Nebraska, October 3, 2025 Undefeated boxing champion Terence Crawford faced a tense traffic stop in Omaha, where police held him at gunpoint over a minor violation. The incident has sparked...
Federal Shutdown Disrupts Life in Omaha, Nebraska
Omaha, Nebraska, October 3, 2025 The ongoing federal government shutdown is severely impacting Omaha residents, particularly federal workers and military families connected to Offutt Air Force Base. Furloughs and delayed financial...
Nebraska Senator Challenges Medical Cannabis Regulations
Lincoln, Nebraska, October 3, 2025 A Nebraska state senator has filed a complaint against regulators of the state’s medical cannabis program, claiming they are ignoring voters’ decisions from a recent ballot...
Senator Files Complaint Against Nebraska’s Medical Cannabis Regulations
Lincoln, Nebraska, October 3, 2025 State Senator Tom Brieske has formally challenged the Nebraska Department of Health’s proposed medical marijuana regulations, claiming they hinder patient access and violate voter-approved initiatives from...
SPORTS
Prairie Links Executive Golf Course Opens to Public in Omaha
Omaha, October 5, 2025 Omaha has introduced a new nine-hole executive golf course, Prairie Links, designed for beginners and busy professionals. The course, which features forgiving fairways and strategic bunkers, aims...
Fontenelle Forest Golf Club Hosts Charity Scramble to Support Youth Scholarships
Omaha, October 5, 2025 The Fontenelle Forest Golf Club hosted a charity golf scramble that raised $25,000 for youth scholarships, attracting over 100 participants, despite light rain. This event showcased Omaha’s...
Local Golfer Wins Women’s Division at Platte River Classic
Omaha, Nebraska, October 5, 2025 In Omaha, local golfer Sarah Thompson achieved victory in the women’s division at the Platte River Classic. With a final-round score of 68, she secured her...
Omaha Youth Sports Leagues Kick Off Fall Season
Omaha, October 5, 2025 The fall sports season in Omaha got underway with local youth soccer and flag football games at Maguire Field. Hundreds of children participated in the events, which...
Heavy Rains Postpone Charity Golf Classic in Omaha
Omaha, Nebraska, October 4, 2025 Heavy overnight rains have led to the cancellation of Omaha’s annual Charity Golf Classic at Knolls Golf Course. Organizers decided to postpone the event for safety...
Fontenelle Forest Golf Club Announces Major Expansion
Omaha, October 4, 2025 Fontenelle Forest Golf Club in Omaha is set to undergo a $2 million expansion, which includes a new nine-hole executive course and upgraded irrigation systems. The project...
Omaha City Golf Championship: Sarah Jenkins Wins
Omaha, October 4, 2025 Local golfer Sarah Jenkins staged a remarkable comeback to claim victory in the Omaha City Golf Championship at Elmwood Park Golf Course. Birdying the final three holes,...
South Dakota State Wrestling Begins Season with Loss to UNO
Omaha, October 4, 2025 In an intense season-opening wrestling dual, South Dakota State University (SDSU) faced a setback against the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO), ending the match with a score...
Air Force Hockey Team Falls Short in Overtime Against UNO
Omaha, October 4, 2025 The Air Force hockey team experienced a hard-fought 3-2 overtime loss to the University of Nebraska Omaha in a preseason exhibition at Baxter Arena. Freshmen players showed...
