Morning
Omaha
Monday, June 1st, 2026
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City planners and walkability advocates are exploring a modern streetcar revival to spark a downtown renaissance, which may help boost local mobility & economic development after the system was discontinued in the 1950s. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ On Sunday, Little Bohemia businesses hosted a fundraiser for tattoo artist Katie Martin — paralyzed by a rare spinal infection — to aid her rehabilitation and support her fight to regain strength. KETV
- ➤ Mustachioed contestants at Taste of Omaha’s 29th annual festival raised $1M to benefit kids. The event supported local restaurants amid rising costs and construction challenges. WOWT
- ➤ David Jacobson lost his wallet with $500 while biking home from a baseball game along the trail on John Pershing Drive (near Eppley Airfield), and a stranger named Leo McIntosh found it Monday night and returned it; the two later met and formed a friendship. WOWT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska Public Power District and partners are studying options for a new nuclear power plant at one of four sites, including Gage County. The initiative received DOE funding (27 million dollars) to begin early permit work and reactor design research for rising power needs. Nebraska Examiner
- ➤ OPPD reached a power purchase agreement with Sandhills Energy to build a new 250-megawatt solar facility in Burt County that will generate enough power for 50,000 homes and will transfer a York County plant to Sandhills, advancing local energy development. Omaha World-Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers from Nebraska Game & Parks and the Greater Omaha Scuba Group worked at Prairie Queen Lake in La Vista today by paddling and diving to remove invasive species like Eurasian watermilfoil, curly-leaf pondweed, zebra mussels and illegal white perch to protect the lake. KETV
- ➤ Plattsmouth’s new wastewater treatment plant opens today at the site affected by 2019 flood damage + a project manager noted it has room to double its capacity if demand increases. WOWT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After losing 5-1 to Alabama in the Women’s College World Series, Nebraska softball will face Texas today at 2 p.m. on KETV (broadcast from Oklahoma City), setting up an essential elimination bracket showdown. KETV
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Lucy Darling Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Lucy Darling at the iconic Orpheum Theater.
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Disney's Mary Poppins Musical
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Omaha Community Playhouse — Tickets available at discounted prices — Enjoy the enchanting story of Mary Poppins brought to life in this delightful musical.
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Movies on the Green
7-9 p.m. — Granary Green — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly movie night under the stars with themed activities and local involvement.
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Backline's Best Improv Showcase
7-8:30 p.m. — The Backline Comedy Theatre — Free for students and alumni — Experience the best of Omaha's improv with outstanding performances each week.
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Season To Risk Concert
8-11 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — $15 ADV / $18 DOS — Experience the genre-blending sounds of Season to Risk, a first wave post-hardcore band adding dark synth to their evolving musical style.
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IRONMAN 70.3 Omaha
6:30 AM – 5:00 PM — Lake Cunningham Recreation Area — $524.31 — Experience the spirit of the Midwest with a unique triathlon journey through nature and urban charm.
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Silverada Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sound of Silverada as they showcase their latest album and celebrate their journey in country music.
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Sal Vulcano Stand-Up Show
5-10 p.m. — Holland Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Impractical Jokers star Sal Vulcano on his Everything's Fine Tour.
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The Pizza Party Tour featuring Otis Julius and DJ
8 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets starting at $63 — Experience an unforgettable live show with music and fun.
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Artikal Sound System Concert
7-8 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $20 ADV / $25 DOS — Enjoy a vibrant reggae performance from South Florida's finest musicians.
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