Good morning, Omaha.

Local businesses around Charles Schwab Stadium are preparing for the College World Series today—opening early and hosting a Jello shots contest that draws in fans.

Last year the contest raised up to $38,000 for food banks, and owners plan to extend donations this year—supporting new partners amid USDA cuts.

On Tuesday, federal law enforcement agents raided Glenn Valley Foods in Omaha as part of the Take Back America Task Force worksite enforcement operation, and an I-9 audit found many suspected fraudulent documents and misused citizen identities.

The inquiry referred criminal allegations including fraudulent Social Security use, assaults on federal officers and illegal reentry, and charges have not been made— the investigation remains active.

The University of Nebraska Board of Regents will look at a 5% tuition hike at its meeting on June 19 at Varner Hall—this comes after a state budget boost of 1.25% over the next two years that is lower than the 3.5% requested.

The board will also discuss other budget cuts and vote on a new chancellor for Nebraska at Kearney who may begin on July 1.

Omaha’s Men's College World Series returns for its 75th year as executive director Amy Hornocker spoke with longtime fan Zach Williamson about the event’s growth and future plans.

Hornocker said a 2024 study showed the event helped the local economy with $115 million, 22,429 jobs, and 75,000 hotel room nights—data that shows its importance in our community.

Today, Omaha hosts the College World Series as a tradition spanning 13 years begins with ESPN previews featuring interviews and rematch details between Arizona and Coastal Carolina — while police prepare for possible protests after social media chatter.

Family and friends of Chris Gradoville, the late Creighton Baseball director who was shot at his home, held a baseball camp on June 11 at the CU Sports Complex on the Creighton campus to honor his memory and raise money for a Creighton Scholarship in his name.

The camp taught 230 players pitching, batting and base-running + camp founder Pat Venditte said the event kept Gradoville's legacy alive.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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'.

NCAA Baseball College World Series Finals - Game 3

6-8 p.m. — Charles Schwab Field Omaha — Ticket prices vary — Witness the thrilling conclusion of the NCAA Men's College World Series Championship.

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