Good morning, Omaha.

Ribbon-cutting at Pine Elementary celebrated the unveiling of a new monument by a local artist that honors Omaha's diverse culture—children posed for photos during the ceremony and the artist announced plans to paint benches at the Durham Museum.

Neighbors near 45th & Pratt in North Omaha report that the problematic property that drew attention last week has been cleaned up following a First Alert 6 investigation.

On Monday, Aug. 10, the Omaha Police Officers Association hosted a Shop with a Cop event at a Target store where 40 Gifford Park Elementary students shopped with officers — each child received $200 in foundation funds, and families enjoyed snow cones and pizza afterwards.

Security camera footage shows several crashes at the roundabout near 42nd and Q as a local business neighbor has asked engineers to review the dangerous exit, while a city council member said the intersection meets federal safety guidelines and Public Works will examine potential improvements.

Omaha Bagel Co. opened today in Midtown at 5423 Leavenworth Street, the old spot for Tasty Pizza.

The bakery began in 2022 selling sourdough bagels online and now serves hot bagels + coffee and cold brew.

At Kane Brown's concert on Sunday at Harrah's Stir Cove, Papillion couple Sebastian Coolidge surprised longtime fan Emma Lindemeier with a ring during the song 'Thank God' — a moment that doubled as her birthday surprise.

They plan to marry next August.

Dana Murray, executive director of North Omaha Music and Arts, told KETV NewsWatch 7 that NOMAFEST returns this week to celebrate five years of world-class music and arts in Omaha, promising a lineup that will energize the local community.

The Bryant-Fisher family reunion drew 500 relatives to Levi Carter Park from Aug.

7-9, marking its 109th installment and celebrating over 100 years of tradition. Family members honored their shared history at picnics and events before planning the milestone 110th reunion.

Creighton University has opened Magis Hall, a new residence hall for sophomores on campus – photos show modern living spaces that students can now explore.

The facility underscores the university's plan to upgrade student housing.

Students at Millard's Cody Elementary enjoyed band music and a confetti cannon display on Wednesday as they returned for the first day of school.

Nebraska colleges are updating classrooms with ethical AI tools.

The University of Nebraska system, including Omaha's campus, launched an AI Institute — hosting exhibits and workshops today — to help educators and students learn responsible AI practices across campuses.

After crash videos emerged, a south Omaha council member said a roundabout at a busy intersection is working to improve traffic safety.

The city will monitor its performance to see if further changes are needed.

On Aug. 6, the Behavioral Health Advisory Committee reviewed federal block grant funding and performance in youth binge drinking, housing, and treatment wait times while updating on the Rural Health Transformation Program, which will use over $218 million for integrated care and telehealth (next meeting Nov. 12).