Good morning, Omaha.

Retired columnist Michael Kelly revisited the Woracek twins who nearly froze in an Omaha alley in 1997 and now, at 31, they live healthy, accomplished lives while speaking daily despite living 1,600 miles apart—an update that underscores the near-fatal rescue by local police and doctors.

Omaha PTA volunteer Dorothy Pettit started the Block Homes program in 1964 at Mason School to offer safe havens for children traveling to and from school.

The initiative quickly spread nationwide and to West Germany before it was phased out in the 1980s—marking a notable local effort in child protection.

A motorcycle crash near downtown Omaha sent two people to the hospital early Sunday morning around 1:30 a.m., near 10th Street and Abbott Drive — one in critical condition and the other with less severe injuries.

A motorcycle crash near Downtown Omaha sent two riders to a hospital—one in critical condition and the other with injuries that are not life threatening.

Immigration lawyers in Omaha said a mass email from Homeland Security in late March urging immigrants to self-deport caused fear among legal residents with pending asylum or green card applications — they called the message misleading and a scare tactic — and advised those affected to consult legal help.

Omaha hosted its first criterium race at Aksarben Village where local and national cyclists competed in six groups during an hour-long event & organizers plan to expand the race into a multi-day competition in the future.

Omaha hosted its first criterium race for local and national cyclists — it was one race in a series held across the United States.

Omaha softball ended its season on Saturday when it lost 4-0 to Cal at the Norman Regional.

The Mavericks finished 40-13 after winning their first Summit League regular-season title and a third straight Summit League Tournament championship.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Exploring AI Developments in Omaha

5-6:30 p.m. — The Reserves Network - Millennium Plaza — Free entry — Engage with the AI community in Omaha as you discuss the latest trends and innovations in artificial intelligence.