Morning
Omaha
Thursday, August 28th, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A water main broke on 90th Street between Spaulding and Maplewood, reducing lanes to one in each direction while Locust Street is completely closed between 11th and 14th—drivers are advised to use alternate routes. WOWT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Omaha police arrested a man aged 37—he was linked to the 2019 killing of a woman aged 41 in west Omaha. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Early Wednesday, Nebraska State Patrol and Omaha Police—supported by a helicopter—pursued a speeding car that repeatedly crossed the Missouri River until stop sticks on I-480 near 14th Street forced the driver and a passenger into custody. KFAB
- ➤ A LendingTree study ranked Omaha first for DUI charges as 4.5 per 1,000 residents were charged—this rate is nearly 10 times higher than in Chicago, with San Jose and Sacramento following closely in the rankings. KIOS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Deborah Watts, a cousin of Emmett Till, returned to North 29th Street in Omaha today to honor her childhood memories and lead the Emmett Till Legacy Foundation’s efforts to mark his 70th anniversary with educational events—ensuring that his story remains a vital part of the community’s history. Her work keeps alive the memory of the young boy whose tragic death helped galvanize the Civil Rights Movement. Flatwater Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea and UNO signed an agreement to offer a dual degree in sports management that adds international depth to the UNO MBA program—students will complete online courses to earn a certificate and an additional degree while later attending The Real Madrid Experience in May to network with sports professionals. University of Nebraska Omaha
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On August 27, a streamed update highlighted six key items — it noted that the Omaha city budget referenced DEI and that officials planned repairs for a downtown sinkhole. WOWT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new collaboration between UNO and UNMC is developing an AI tool that turns meal photos into personalized nutrition advice for women with gestational diabetes. The research, led by Dr. Chun-Hua Tsai—working closely with medical experts to refine the guidelines—is set to expand pending future funding. University of Nebraska Omaha
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Early sales have begun for The Residences at the Heartwood Preserve—an upscale development offering 107 luxury condos arranged in three buildings around an outdoor pool. Construction of the first 35-unit building will start this spring and buyers can view floor plans at the sales center on 118 N. 145th St. Omaha World-Herald
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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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