Good morning, Omaha.

Firefighters rescued two dogs after a lightning strike sparked a fire in a mobile home at Maplewood Estates (northwest Omaha) on Sunday night.

Kenneth Beams, 40, and retired sergeant Christy Stevens, 58, faced felony child abuse charges Monday in a Douglas County court after police removed four minors safely from a home near 149th and Bauman—Beams is charged with first-degree sexual assault of a child plus four counts of child abuse and was denied bond while Stevens faces five counts with a $400,000 bond as both will appear in court on June 30.

A judge in Douglas County District Court ruled that Ladell Thornton is not responsible by reason of insanity for killing former Creighton baseball coach Chris Gradoville in 2021 at his rental property on Pratt Street—Thornton had faced charges for first-degree murder, using a firearm to commit a felony and illegal gun possession.

Tyler Berzina, a teacher at Millard West, received a $500 check from the 3 News Now Pay it Forward Campaign with First Interstate Bank—earning praise from a former student who said his kindness during tough times made a lasting impact.

Terence Bud Crawford delivered an inspiring speech at UNO’s May commencement ceremony that captured national media attention.

National news outlets praised his message of resilience and overcoming challenges—highlighting his journey from a troubled youth to undefeated champion as a model for graduates.

On Monday, US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited Nebraska and met with Gov. Jim Pillen and Rep. Adrian Smith at Wholestone Farms to announce a new pilot SNAP restrictions program that will start Jan.

1 — this mandatory change will bar Nebraskans from using benefits to buy soda, soft drinks, and energy drinks — and run for two years.

Last Monday during a senior softball game in Omaha, 65-year-old John Erwin collapsed at second base with a heart attack and was revived by teammates using CPR and an AED before paramedics took him to the hospital.

He will make a FaceTime call from the hospital two days later—thanking his team and joking about his recovery—while doctors treat his heart condition.

Keely Pedersen, a 21-year-old from Omaha who lives with a rare illness that changes her appearance daily, earned her high school diploma—completing Virtual School last week on National HAE Day—and now plans to start work as a CNA and full-spectrum doula.

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.

Just Some Dads – Live at Smokin' Oak (Midtown Omaha)

Join Just Some Dads for a fun night of live music on the back patio at Smokin' Oak in Midtown. Enjoy great food, cold drinks, and your favorite covers from 6–9 PM.