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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Black Men United in Omaha is preparing for its annual No Murder in May luncheon to honor mothers, grandmothers, and now fathers who have lost loved ones to violence. Rev. Charles Nelson, whose daughter was fatally shot seven years ago, will serve as the first male MC as the group offers a space for community grief and healing. WOWT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Officers served an arrest warrant near 149th and Bauman Avenue in unincorporated Douglas County and arrested retired Omaha Police Sergeant Christy Stevens for four counts of felony child abuse and one count of felony assault by strangulation while another suspect, Kenneth Beams, was taken into custody on charges of first-degree sexual assault of a child and four counts of felony child abuse—investigators said four juveniles were victimized. KFAB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Malcolm X Foundation held a gathering Thursday in North Omaha to announce plans for a new Cultural Education Center and Museum honoring Malcolm X—celebrating his 100th birthday on May 19, declared Malcolm X Day by the Legislature. Mayor-elect John Ewing and local leaders attended the event, and the Foundation will host a series of events through June 1 to honor his legacy. WOWT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Omaha native Terence “Bud” Crawford delivered the UNO commencement keynote on May 16th at Baxter Arena—he spoke on perseverance, service, and local pride to over 2,000 graduates while reminding them of his undefeated record as a four-division world champion. University of Nebraska Omaha
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The final ballots in the Omaha General Election were counted Friday, showing Mayor-elect John Ewing Junior with 53,322 votes and incumbent Jean Stothert with 40,423. A canvass and random hand counts will be done on May 29th — Election Commissioner Brian Kruse said they will verify polling place signatures to ensure the numbers match. KFAB
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Shop on Amazon for the car tech upgrades you need ahead of your next road trip and for better, safer driving. We love this suction cup phone mount to keep navigation instructions in your eyeline. The Buy
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska softball advanced in the Baton Rouge Regional after a 10-2 win over UConn, and Jordy Bahl made history by joining the 20/20 club — she became the fourth Division I player to hit 20 home runs and earn 20 wins in the circle. The Huskers will face the winner of Southeastern Louisiana and LSU at noon today. KETV
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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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Nightlife Concert Featuring Alternative Band
5:30-11 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — $15 ADV / $20 DOS — Experience a soulpunk sound from one of the most exciting bands in the alternative scene right now.
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Money Management Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Corner Kick Cantina — Free entry — Learn essential financial principles to protect your hard-earned money and gain peace of mind for retirement.
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Temple Grandin Seminar & Book Signing
The Ralston FFA chapter will be hosting Temple Grandin at 7 PM at Ralston High School this upcoming Wednesday night. She will be giving a public seminar & book signing.
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Temple Grandin Seminar & Book Signing
The Ralston FFA chapter will be hosting Temple Grandin at 7 PM at Ralston High School this upcoming Wednesday night. She will be giving a public seminar & book signing.
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World of Pickleball Tournament - Omaha
May 23-26 — Midwest Pickleball Club — Entry fees vary — Compete for cash prizes in multiple skill divisions and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Southern Culture on the Skids Concert
7 PM – Midnight — The Waiting Room Lounge — $54 — Catch Southern Culture on the Skids as they bring their unique sound to Omaha's vibrant music scene.
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PWP Wrestling's 20th Anniversary Spectacular
7-10 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $10-$15 — Celebrate two decades of PWP wrestling with an action-packed night of entertaining matches.
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Titanic the Musical
7 p.m. — Omaha Community Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience the story of Titanic's passengers and staff through stunning music and powerful storytelling.
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Blues Inferno Tour Omaha Pre-Party
7-11 p.m. — The B. Bar — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night with live performances by Chris Duarte, Kris Lager, and local talent Vertigo.
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The Widdler Concert
7:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $25 ADV / $30 DOS — Experience a night of hi-fidelity music with The Widdler and sfam, supported by a stellar lineup.
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Luis Coronel: ETERNO ENAMORADO 2025 TOUR
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Benson Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the smooth voice and heartfelt lyrics of rising star Luis Coronel in Omaha.
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