Morning
Omaha
Monday, January 26th, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An electrical malfunction caused a fire on Friday night in a midtown Omaha home, damaging about $50,000 + forcing four residents to seek alternate housing. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Omaha metro tow drivers expect a busy weekend as cold weather (which creates black ice) leads to more serious accidents on the roads, prompting officials to advise drivers to use extra caution. WOWT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ MINISO has opened a store at Nebraska Crossing in Gretna, located in the mall’s northwest section between Nike and Paradise Bakery. The Chinese retailer with about 8,000 stores worldwide now brings its global lifestyle products to local shoppers. Grow Omaha
- ➤ Wings and Rings Omaha is sharing a game day spread of wings, nachos, and pretzel bites with orders opening Monday, Feb. 2 — the catering offers fried, grilled, and smoked options for your big kickoff. Enjoy a choice of flavors made for easy setup and tasty gatherings. KETV
- ➤ A long-awaited Starbucks Coffee store is under construction on the southeast corner of 96th and L Street, just west of Romeo’s restaurant. The free-standing building with a drive-thru replaces the old Wells Fargo bank building, and crews have installed its new exterior signage. Grow Omaha
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, tests from CHI Health hospitals and clinics in Omaha show 25% of flu tests are positive for Influenza A, driving the worst illnesses in recent years. Health experts warn that infections will continue to rise over the coming weeks (2‑4 weeks) and urge residents to take precautions. KETV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Experts at Beltway Heating, Air and Plumbing in Hanover advise Omaha residents to protect pipes from freezing by disconnecting outdoor hoses, letting faucets drip, and keeping thermostats at least 55 degrees — a simple measure to avoid costly water damage. KETV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Mutual of Omaha broke ground on its new headquarters in Omaha (construction is scheduled to finish later in 2026). WOWT
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A View Venues 10th Annual Vendor Night
5:30-8:30 p.m. — A View on State — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of vendors with food, fun, and inspiration for your next event.
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Omaha Men's Basketball vs. South Dakota State
7-9 p.m. — Baxter Arena — Cost Info — Witness a thrilling college basketball matchup featuring Omaha taking on South Dakota State.
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Couple Shuffle - Omaha
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Seymour Smith Park — Entry fee varies — Celebrate love and fitness with a Valentine themed race featuring 2-mile, 5k, and 10k options.
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Dumpling Festival Omaha
5-9 p.m. — Various Restaurants — Tasting plates available — Savor a diverse array of dumplings from multiple cuisines at Omaha's premier food tour.
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Smooth Sounds of Santana Concert
8 PM — Holland Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the authentic tribute to Carlos Santana's legendary fusion of rock and world music.
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St. Thomas Tommies vs Omaha Mavericks Basketball
7-9 p.m. — Baxter Arena — Ticketed event — Witness an exciting college basketball match-up in Omaha.
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Family Battle Zone
6-9 p.m. — Papillion Landing Field House — Registration required — Families compete in various Nerf battles and fun games including capture the flag.
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New Music Monday Featuring Local Bands
7-8 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — All ages welcome — Enjoy an evening of fresh sounds with Minus All, Chasing Supernovas, and Free From Failure.
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Omaha Boat Sports and Travel Show 2026
5 PM – 4 PM — CHI Health Center — Registration required — Explore boats, watercraft, and exciting vacation getaways in the Great Outdoors.
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Bryce Vine Concert
8 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $35 ADV / $40 DOS — Enjoy a night of music on the 'Let's Do Something Stupid Tour' with VIP packages available.
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