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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ NDOT data shows that during April, 20 people died in 19 traffic crashes on Nebraska roads—14 were on rural roads while the remaining fatalities occurred on highways and local roads, with seatbelt use varying among those killed. WOWT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ David Slater— a former STRATCOM employee accused of sharing classified national defense information with a Ukrainian woman— is seeking to change his plea from not guilty to guilty and will appear before Judge Michael Nelson on June 10. 3 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Creighton nursing students practiced new virtual reality technology—an innovative method—to improve their clinical skills amid a nursing shortage. The program was introduced yesterday to better prepare them for the workforce. WOWT
- ➤ UNO celebrated over 2,000 new graduates at its May 2025 Commencement on May 16 at Baxter Arena in Omaha. The university awarded 2,009 degrees—reporting 1,473 undergraduate, 536 graduate, and additional certifications—and highlighted academic honors for those graduating. University of Nebraska Omaha
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Jim Pillen vetoed a bill Tuesday that would have given Omaha more power to hold the Housing Authority accountable by requiring inspections and prompt pest removal — he argued that local and federal oversight already cover these issues. State Sen. Terrell McKinney, who sponsored the measure after repeated resident complaints, said he will try to override the veto. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signed a law today to ban lab-grown meat, making Nebraska the sixth state to do so (joining Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Montana, and Indiana) as reported by the Center for the Environment and Welfare. Grow Omaha
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Skip Bailey, coach of the UNO Flight Team—The Flying Mavs, was selected as the 2025 National Coach of the Year at SAFECON for the National Intercollegiate Flying Association. He has led the team through 16 straight years of national competitions and maintained Top 10 finishes for six years. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ The 2025 state baseball championship matchups are set for Friday at Werner Park. Class A features #7 Millard North vs. #1 Lincoln East at 7:00 p.m.—Class B pits #5 Gretna East against #2 Bennington at 3:30 p.m.—and Class C matches #2 Malcolm with #1 Central City/Centura at 12:00 p.m. WOWT
- ➤ Day 1 NSAA track & field events gave key results as athletes competed in state competitions while law enforcement led a Special Olympics torch run through Lincoln and Burke Stadium in Omaha received an $8 million upgrade. In other news, the inaugural torch tour for the Cornhusker State Games started in Grand Island — local businesses saw rising foot traffic ahead of the Big Ten Baseball tournament and Schuyler and Westside high school soccer teams won their state championships. WOWT
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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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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.
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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.
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Panchiko Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Slowdown — $45 — Last-minute concert tickets available for a captivating performance by Panchiko.
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