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Monday, June 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ About 60 residents attended a seminar Saturday (June 7) focused on rising youth crime rates in Omaha; organizers urged lawmakers to review policies aimed at reducing future violence. WOWT
- ➤ Heritage Omaha teamed with Project for Public Spaces to study a year-round public market at The Riverfront—community members will give input online to shape the design and future plans. Grow Omaha
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A shooting in North Omaha (near 61st Street and Camden Avenue) occurred around 2:30 Saturday morning and left one man dead and another critically injured as police continue investigating the scene. WOWT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Omaha-area school districts have repeatedly turned away transfer requests from students with disabilities because they lack enough special education staff—parents and lawmakers say this practice amounts to discrimination despite state rules that protect these students. Data show that many districts, including Bellevue and Papillion La Vista, rejected far more option applications from kids with IEPs than from other students. Nebraska Public Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Omaha recently completed improvements at Dahlman Park by finishing Carlentini Plaza in Little Italy and approving a $255,000 contract to rebuild important park features. Lynch Park near 20th & Center Street is undergoing a $2.5 million renovation that includes a skate park that opened Memorial Day weekend. Grow Omaha
- ➤ Mayor-elect John Ewing will take the oath today after a long police career, and he named his longtime friend Tom Warren as his chief of staff—bringing back a working partnership that began as classmates and rivals. Their deep bond, formed from early days in North Omaha, has helped shape both men's careers and now sets the stage for a new chapter in city leadership. Omaha World-Herald
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
- ➤ Charles Schwab Field is getting ready for the College World Series as reserved tickets go on sale and drivers are advised to follow recommended routes by the Nebraska Department of Traffic. Street closures (on 13th between Cuming and Cass) start two hours before the game and fans can choose from on-street parking, garage options, public transit, or scooter rides. KETV
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2025 NCAA D1 College World Series
June 12-23 — Charles Schwab Field Omaha — Various accommodations available — Experience the thrill of college baseball's biggest tournament in Omaha.
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NCAA College World Series Game 1
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Charles Schwab Field Omaha — Ticket required — Exclusive access to the NCAA Fan Experience with air-conditioned comfort and lively festivities.
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MJ - The Musical
1-2:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the artistry and creativity that made Michael Jackson a legend in this Tony Award-winning musical.
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Cloud Contact Center Experience Workshop with Amazon Connect
10:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Improving Office — Free entry — Engage in a hands-on workshop to master cloud-based contact centers using Amazon Connect.
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NCAA Baseball College World Series - Game 9
1-2:30 p.m. — Charles Schwab Field Omaha — Ticket includes pregame hospitality — Enjoy the exclusive NCAA Fan Experience in a lively atmosphere.
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Yoke Lore Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $25 ADV / $30 DOS — Experience the captivating indie pop sounds of Yoke Lore as Adrian Galvin delivers a heartfelt performance.
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Amanda DeBoer Bartlett & Ben Eisenberger Concert
7 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Ticket info not provided — Experience the unique synergy of contemporary classical and folk music with performances by Amanda DeBoer Bartlett and Ben Eisenberger.
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Zepparella Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticket info not provided — Experience the spellbinding homage to Led Zeppelin through powerful performances by a talented all-female band.
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16th Annual Polishfest
12-10 p.m. — Crescent Moon — Entrance fee required — Skip the lines with a pre-purchase package and enjoy delicious Polish food and drinks.
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Origami Angel Live Performance
6-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience an emotionally charged performance featuring tracks from the new album 'Feeling Not Found'.
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