Good morning, Omaha.

Omaha community members helped schoolchildren get ready for the new school year by donating backpacks and supplies; organizers at Merck Animal Health in Elkhorn and local running groups led the donation drive.

KETV NewsWatch 7 partners with The Salvation Army and Methodist Health System in a decades-long program that supports about 10,000 kids each year—continuing a vital local tradition.

The state fire marshal reported that a dust fire triggered the explosion at Horizon Biofuels in Fremont—causing the deaths of one man and two girls two days ago.

Omaha police said that another suspect was arrested after a deadly shooting last weekend—20 year old Mio Miguel Raul Miranda faces charges as an accessory to a felony in the fatal shooting of 22 year old Sirr Bonner near 120th and Miami streets.

Omaha police arrested three suspects (15, 20 and 21) in connection with the Saturday night shooting of Sirr Bonner, a caring young man who was set to leave for boot camp in two weeks, as family, friends and community members remembered him on Thursday near 118th and Miami Street.

Veteran jazz musician Dana Murray leads North Omaha Music & Arts at a historic site where he offers music classes, summer camps and life skills training to local kids.

Today, the center hosts live shows featuring Richie Love + plans more events that will boost arts and culture in North Omaha.

On Thursday, friends and family gathered in Little Italy to kick off the Santa Lucia Festival with food, music, and fun (emphasizing its spiritual roots) while Bill Schammert served as emcee; the festival will continue with more events through Sunday.

Heavy rain caused flash flooding in parts of the Omaha metro on Thursday morning, with reports of 2 to 5 inches of rain in areas from Fremont through Gretna and water on roadways such as Highway 6 between Gretna and Ashland — West Maple Road at 216th Street was closed shortly after 8 a.m.

A new study by Rent Café showed that Omaha and Lincoln rank among the best U.S. cities for renters, with Omaha renters getting 1,075 square feet for $1,500 and Lincoln renters getting 1,084 square feet—well above the national average of 716 square feet.

JoJo Siwa Concert

8:30-11:30 p.m. — Steelhouse Omaha — Cost info not provided — Experience the vibrant pop sounds of JoJo Siwa in an unforgettable live performance.

Comic Con Nebraska

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM — CHI Health Center — Tickets from $26 — Celebrate comics, creators, and fandom at Omaha's first Comic Con.

Jake Scott Concert

7-9 p.m. — Slowdown — $25 — Experience the catchy pop sound of Jake Scott as he performs live in Omaha.

Wave To Earth Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Steelhouse Omaha — Tickets available — Experience the indie pop sounds of Seoul's own 'Wave to Earth' featuring Daniel Kim, Dong Kyu Shin, and John Cha.

Slightly Stoopid's Step Into The Sun Tour

6-7:30 p.m. — The Astro — Ticketed event — Relax and enjoy a summer evening with Slightly Stoopid, Iration, and Little Stranger in La Vista.

Jackie Darlene Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Slowdown — Tickets available — Experience an evening of music from rising star Kat Hasty alongside the iconic sound of Bob Dylan's influence.

Yo Gabba Gabba Live! Revival

6-7:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Tickets starting at $68 — Kids will enjoy the vibrant performance featuring their favorite characters brought to life with a new host and engaging music.

Monde RTO Conference

All day — Omaha Convention Center, Berkshire Hathaway — Registration required — Learn insights from industry leaders in the rent-to-own sector at this comprehensive four-day conference.

FDA-UTMB Collaborative Education Courses

8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — UNMC Global Center for Health Security — Registration required — Engage in collaborative education focused on One Health and public health strategies.

King King Concert

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Slowdown — Ticket prices vary — Experience a gifted guitarist blending Texas Blues and vintage styles.