Morning
Omaha
Monday, August 25th, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Omaha police are investigating a man found dead early Sunday near 64th Street and Military Avenue in Benson—an autopsy has been ordered. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Omaha police investigated a cutting incident early Sunday near 22nd and O Street that injured two men — 34 and 19 — when a suspect used a glass bottle, and officers responded at Nebraska Medical Center at 2:29 a.m. confirming neither injury is life-threatening. KETV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Nebraska at Omaha is introducing a master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence to let students specialize in areas like data science and research—building on a successful bachelor’s program that started this year. Professor Mahadevan Subramaniam and Dean Martha Garcia-Murillo said the new program will drive local innovation and strengthen Nebraska’s economy. KETV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska officials are regulating skill games in gas stations, grocery stores and other venues to help curb rising problem gambling—new rules set a 5% tax on revenue with part of the funds going to counseling. Experts note that many Nebraskans have lost thousands of dollars on these machines, and they expect the changes to bring greater oversight. Omaha World-Herald
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Omaha Dog Bar and Powerlife Yoga Barre & Fitness hosted a dog-friendly yoga class in the park on August 24th where 50 yogis and 30 dogs joined a one-hour session—providing a fun and relaxing space for local dog lovers. KETV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska volleyball swept No. 6 Stanford in three sets yesterday—where Rebekah Allick earned MVP honors with 11 kills and five blocks and Allie Sczech added 12 kills. The Huskers improved to 2-0 and will play Lipscomb in Nashville on Friday. KETV
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Attack Attack! Concert
6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets starting at $58 — Experience the energetic live performance of Attack Attack! in Omaha.
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Eco-Friendly Urban Gardening Workshop
5:30-7 p.m. — City Sprouts — Suggested donation of $5-$10 — Learn simple, eco-friendly ways to manage garden pests and build your own Integrated Pest Management plan.
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The Black Parade and Ocean Avenue Tribute Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $13.88 – $20.04 — Experience the nostalgia with tribute performances to My Chemical Romance and Yellowcard.
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Tyler Halverson - More Hearts Than Horses Tour
7:00-9:30 PM — Barnato — Ticket details to be announced — Enjoy a night of country music with Tyler Halverson on his tour.
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Jed Harrelson Live
8-9:30 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — $20 ADV / $25 DOS — Experience the soulful fusion of Rock and R&B with Nashville's own Jed Harrelson.
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Junkin' Market Days Omaha - Fall Event
4 PM – 4 PM — Washington Co. Fair Grounds — Support local vendors — A great opportunity to connect with products from local businesses.
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Jail Executive Institute
8 a.m.–5 p.m. — University of Nebraska at Omaha School of Criminology and Criminal Justice — $2,995 — Gain valuable insights at this specialized training for jail executives.
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