Morning
Omaha
Monday, April 28th, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An Omaha family confirmed that the body recovered from Missouri River near N.P. Dodge Park at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, identified as 18-year-old Lah K Tray Moo, is one of three people missing after a fishing outing on April 15—search authorities will continue to look for the other two missing youths. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ A vehicle crash on I-80 near 24th St. sent one person to the hospital in critical condition a little before 8 a.m. Sunday morning — two lanes remain blocked as investigators work at the scene and drivers face delays. KETV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Omaha-based HDR was ranked as the number-6 top design firm in annual rankings by Engineering News-Record—marking its 11th consecutive year in the Top 10—and reported 2024 design revenue of $3.4 billion. Grow Omaha
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Omaha police are searching for a walk-in shooting victim after a shots-fired call came in a little before 1 a.m. Sunday near 30th and Pinkney St; investigators found shell casings and no arrests were made. KETV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Omaha’s Archdiocese honored Archbishop George Lucas today at Saint Cecilia Cathedral at 10:30 a.m.—he will retire in May as canon law requires retirement at age 75. The archdiocese introduced his successor, Archbishop Michael McGovern from Belleville, Illinois, last month. KETV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska Game and Parks spent over $22 million from January 2024 through March 2025 upgrading state parks with new electrical outlets, ADA-compliant facilities, and improved campsites ahead of Free Fishing and Park Entry Day on May 17—visitors can enjoy better fishing access, renovated lodge amenities, and safer, modernized park infrastructure. These upgrades support improved camping, fishing, and outdoor activities for all Nebraska residents. Omaha World-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A new era began for Nebraska volleyball Saturday night when new head coach Dani Busboom Kelly led the Huskers to a four-set sweep against Kansas — scores were 25—20, 25—18, 25—21, and 25—22 — with key plays from Andi Jackson, Rebekah Allick, and freshman Ryan Hunter before a sell-out crowd of 8,592 at Bob Devaney Sports Center. KETV
- ➤ Ally Batenhorst hit a franchise-best .667 as she led the Supernovas to a 3-0 sweep over Las Vegas Thrill with scores of 25-20, 25-16, and 25-23 on Sunday at CHI Health Center. The win moved Omaha closer to the top seed in the PVF Championship with a team-high 10 kills and five aces — drawing a crowd of 11,204. WOWT
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The Hip Abduction Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Slowdown — $35 — Experience the vibrant sounds of The Hip Abduction live in Omaha.
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Nada Surf Concert
7 PM — The Waiting Room Lounge — $17 — Catch Nada Surf live in Omaha with last-minute ticket options available.
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LSDREAM Concert
6:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Steelhouse Omaha — Ticket info not provided — Experience enchanting electronic rhythms with the talented producer LSDREAM.
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Save Ferris Concert
7 PM - 12 AM — The Waiting Room Lounge — $31 — Catch Save Ferris live at The Waiting Room with last-minute concert tickets available.
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Between The Buried and Me Concert
6:30-11:00 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $28.50 ADV / $35 DOS — Experience an evening with the band known for stretching the boundaries of heavy music as they showcase their artistic evolution.
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Omaha Symphony Concert: The Little Mermaid
2-3:30 p.m. — Holland Center — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of Disney’s The Little Mermaid with live orchestral music accompanying the film.
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Ne Obliviscaris Concert
5:30-10:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the fierce progressive metal of Australia’s NE OBLIVISCARIS in a thrilling live performance.
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May Board Meeting
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Paul Davis Restoration of Omaha Nebraska — Free entry — Gather with local business owners to network and discuss community development.
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George Clanton Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Waiting Room Lounge — $37 General Admission — Experience the unique sounds of George Clanton live in Omaha.
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Black Country, New Road Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Slowdown — $38 — Experience an unforgettable evening with the energetic sounds of Black Country, New Road.
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No More Empty Pots Block Party
No More Empty Pots is throwing our first-ever block party, and we want you to be part of the fun! The celebration will begin directly after the Florence Day Parade at the Food Hub and Cups Café storefront, located at 8501 North 30th Street, Omaha, NE 68112.
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