Good morning, Omaha.

Omaha police investigated a homicide when a 54-year-old man was found dead at 20th Street and Missouri Avenue on July 4th amid suspicious circumstances — officials ask anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers at 402-444-STOP.

A 54-year-old man was found dead near 20th Street and Missouri Avenue in South Omaha Friday morning (amid suspicious circumstances) and the Omaha Police Department is investigating his death through the Homicide Unit.

A suspect was arrested in Millard after an 85-year-old man died from a stabbing on Thursday evening — police are investigating the incident.

OPD reported that a woman was taken to the hospital in critical condition after an accidental shooting at Florence Blvd. and Sprague Street in North Omaha on Friday after 1:45 p.m.—a man told police he shot her by mistake.

UNO News Center shared several updates that show the school’s focus on progress and community impact, including a parental leave policy that began July 1, a celebrated 10th anniversary biomechanics conference in May, and new AI initiatives in STEM education.

The releases highlight how students, faculty, staff, and alumni are working together to advance scholarship and research—demonstrating a strong commitment to local progress.

Nebraska Community Blood Bank has issued an urgent call for blood donations ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend—First Alert 6 anchor Erin Hartley joined the effort to help meet a critical need.

John Johnson used Project Houseworks’ Home Affordability Program to buy his new home—making it the 30th property purchased by the program—and he will host a nontraditional Thanksgiving there.

He has been sober for more than two years and regained custody of his son, marking a fresh start in Omaha.

Aksarben Midsummer Market

9 AM – 2 PM — Baxter Arena — Free entry — Celebrate summer with 200+ local vendors, delicious food trucks, and live music.

Tyler Bryant & the Shakedown Live

6-11 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $20 ADV / $25 DOS — Experience a night of energetic rock and roll infused with blues and southern vibes.

Kansas Concert

6:00 – 8:30 PM — The Astro — Tickets starting at $82 — Enjoy an unforgettable live performance by Kansas in La Vista.

Taylor Swift Music Camp

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — School of Rock — Tuition required — Dive into the musical world of Taylor Swift with a week of learning and live performances.

American Aquarium Concert

7:00 – 9:30 PM — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticketed event — Experience the powerful blend of country-rock and introspective songwriting from American Aquarium.

The Browning Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — $44 — Catch The Browning live in an electrifying concert experience at a top venue in Omaha.

Dillon Carmichael Live Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Barnato — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rising star of country music with chart-topping hits and captivating performances.

David Lucas Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Funny Bone Omaha — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs while supporting a good cause.

Air Supply Live Concert

7-9 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary rock duo's timeless hits during 'The Lost In Love Experience'.

Omaha Triathlon State Championships 2025

12:00–3:30 p.m. — Lake Cunningham — Registration fees vary — Celebrate 16 years of Nebraska's only Olympic Distance Triathlon amidst scenic surroundings.