Morning
Omaha
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ At a Saturday shareholders meeting held at CHI Health Center arena in downtown Omaha, new CEO Greg Abel honored retired investor Warren Buffett with a banner while Buffett attended as an observer. The event marked a nod to Buffett's legacy as leadership shifted. WOWT
- ➤ Park Omaha launches a $1 parking program for employees of businesses impacted by streetcar construction, offering sessions in two downtown garages and one surface lot in the Blackstone District (validation required). A similar program for the public will be available in a few weeks. Grow Omaha
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Union Pacific's Big Boy 4014 will stop in Omaha at the end of May as part of a coast-to-coast tour celebrating the USA's 250th anniversary. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ The Nebraska Indie Games Expo, held on Friday at UNO, showcased local indie game projects as student and independent developers displayed completed titles and works in progress — awards were presented to standout projects like Ocean Game and Jingle Bell Roll. The Gateway
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Federal Reserve economist Joseph Gruber spoke at UNO on inflation, interest rates, and artificial intelligence, noting that businesses face higher fuel and tariff costs ahead of Berkshire Hathaway's meeting. He stressed that policymakers must remain independent to secure effective monetary policy. The Gateway
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Omaha Public Schools students completed a new house in North Omaha by installing plumbing, drywall and picking paint colors. They gained hands-on experience (applying diverse construction skills) at every step of the project. Omaha World-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska softball clinched the outright 2026 Big Ten Regular Season Championship after defeating Penn State in a Saturday doubleheader (the teams will face off again in the series finale today at 11 a.m.). KETV
- ➤ Omaha softball clinched a three-game series win over South Dakota as Marra Cramer scored twice and Taylor Sedlacek hit her 50th home run + contributed key plays. The Mavericks, as No. 1 seed, will play for the Summit League Championship in Minneapolis on Thursday at 11 a.m. KETV
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Ollie Joseph & Matt Corman Live
7-11 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Tickets starting at $58 — Experience a night of unforgettable live music with Ollie Joseph & Matt Corman.
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Therapy Dogs
8 AM – 5 PM — Dr. John & Jean Marshall Wellness Center — Free entry — Enjoy a pawsitive break with pet therapy provided by Pups with a Purpose.
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Mental Health Summit 2026
8 AM - 12 PM — Thompson Alumni Center — Free entry — Engage with experts and community members on mental health awareness and support.
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Tommy Castro Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Ticket pricing available — Experience the soulful blues and rock energy of multiple award-winning guitarist Tommy Castro.
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Dry Cleaning Concert
7-11 p.m. — Slowdown — Ticketed event — Enjoy the sounds of South London's four-piece band Dry Cleaning in Omaha.
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Patti LaBelle Concert
7-9 p.m. — Holland Center — Tickets available — Experience the legendary Patti LaBelle sing her timeless hits alongside a beautiful symphonic performance.
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Tyler Richton and The High Bank Boys Live
8-9:30 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — $15 ADV / $20 DOS — Experience a high-energy country performance infused with traditional sound.
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Run to Remember 5k
8 AM – 12 PM — Omaha, NE — Entry fee varies — Participate in a noncompetitive race honoring those who served.
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The Callous Daoboys Concert
6-10 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Tickets starting at $57 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by The Callous Daoboys in Omaha.
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The Casualties Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Slowdown — Tickets start at $54 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by The Casualties in Omaha.
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