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Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ John Ewing Jr. was sworn in as Omaha’s 52nd mayor on Monday, making history as the first African American in the role, and a leaked internal letter from the Omaha Police Department raised concerns over jurisdiction after a recent shooting. Teens died in a murder-suicide outside a West Omaha restaurant on Friday, local groups are helping City View residents vacate poor living conditions, the College World Series starts Friday with sensory kits available at Charles Schwab Field, and a food drive donated 28,426 pounds to local pantries. WOWT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Michaels bought JOANN’s private brands and property after all JOANN stores closed nationwide, including the Omaha store on West Center Road — over 600 items such as fabrics, sewing machines and yarn will be sold in Michaels stores and online later this year — and it plans to offer these new craft supplies. Grow Omaha
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Family members of 19-year-old Janidi Ibrahim—fatally shot by a Douglas County deputy on May 22 at Pratt and 48th Streets—gathered Tuesday outside the courthouse to demand a special prosecutor and the full, unedited body camera footage amid claims of mistreatment. Omaha World-Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the State Capitol on Tuesday, Gov. Jim Pillen and other officials honored 33 high school graduates who earned a perfect ACT score of 36 by awarding them certificates and marking the highest number in at least five years. Gov. Pillen urged the graduates to thank teachers + parents with handwritten notes and to consider staying in Nebraska for higher education. Omaha World-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ First Alert 6 confirmed that ICE-marked vehicles blocked off a section of J Street between 67th and 72nd streets in Omaha, and LULAC representatives with Omaha Police verified Tuesday that federal immigration operations were in progress. WOWT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Families in Omaha say the mental health system is failing as requests for commitments in Douglas County rise while forced commitments dropped to just 51 last year—officials point to increased voluntary treatment and resource limits, leaving many in crisis at risk. Mental health advocates warn that without more support and beds, people who need help may not receive it. Flatwater Free Press
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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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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