Sunday, January 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Open Door Mission in Omaha helps homeless individuals protect against frostbite and other dangers of extreme cold, providing shelter, warming stations, and medical care. WOWT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ One individual was critically injured in a north Omaha shooting on Saturday afternoon; a suspect is in police custody. KETV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska's casino industry saw a significant revenue increase to $145.7 million in 2024, driven by expansions and new openings. Omaha World-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Omaha's all-girls Catholic high schools are innovating their recruitment and retention strategies as students increasingly make their own high school choices. 3 News Now
- ➤ The Omaha Public Schools board will interview Viridiana Almanza Zavala, Lacey Merica, and Della Vest for the vacant Subdistrict 8 seat. Omaha World-Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The First Alert 6 Weather Days in Omaha feature dangerously low temperatures and wind chills reaching -25 degrees, with advisories in place from tonight through Tuesday. WOWT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen's budget cuts state funding for further studies on the proposed lake between Omaha and Lincoln, emphasizing a shift towards practical economic development and water conservation. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Richard Kopf, a pioneering U.S. District Judge in Nebraska known for guiding the judiciary from paper to electronic filings and embracing social media, has passed away at 78. Omaha World-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Creighton's women's basketball team achieved their second 7-0 start in Big East history by defeating DePaul 92-71. KETV
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New Music Monday Showcase
New Music Mondays is a free concert series featuring emerging musical acts, providing a platform for local talent to perform and connect with audiences.
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Music Bingo Night at RTG on Center
Experience a fun-filled evening of Music Bingo at RTG on Center in Omaha, Nebraska, hosted by Game Night Live.
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Weekly Trivia Night at Harney Street Tavern
This event features a weekly trivia night hosted by Game Night Live at Harney Street Tavern, offering engaging games for the community to enjoy.
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10th Anniversary Celebration: The Season Finale
This event marks the 10th anniversary celebration of a music series at The Waiting Room Lounge, featuring a special finale performance.
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Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks Women's Basketball vs. Kansas City Roos
The Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks women's basketball team faces off against the Kansas City Roos at Baxter Arena.
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2025 Omaha Kings & Omaha Queens Pro Indoor Soccer Match
This indoor soccer event features the Omaha Kings and Omaha Queens competing at Baxter Arena.
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All Millard Orchestra Festival 2025
The All Millard Orchestra Festival is an annual event featuring orchestra students from grades 8-12, showcasing their musical talents in a concert at Baxter Arena.
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Trivia Night at Local Beer Patio and Kitchen
A weekly trivia night at Local Beer Patio & Kitchen in Omaha, featuring engaging games hosted by Game Night Live.
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Weekly Trivia Night at Harney Street Tavern
Harney Street Tavern hosts a weekly trivia night in Omaha, featuring games by Game Night Live for participants to enjoy.
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Hudson Westbrook Live in Omaha
Hudson Westbrook, a rising country music artist from Texas, showcases his unique blend of infectious melodies in a live performance at The Admiral Theater.
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