Good morning, Omaha.

Omaha nonprofit Keeps Kids Alive, Drive 25 urges drivers to slow down after nearly 50 individuals were clocked at 100 mph in a 10-day span and a fatal accident occurred involving a Millard West student—traffic deaths spiked 34% last year.

With higher speeding fines starting tomorrow, the group says actions like buckling up and stopping distractions can help save lives.

Omaha Restaurant Week returns from September 12 to 21, inviting locals to sample three-course menus at fixed prices in 55 restaurants including 15 newcomers.

Five percent of menu sales will support Food Bank for the Heartland—helping neighbors in need.

One person was critically hurt after a car rolled onto its roof near Midtown Crossing at 10:30 p.m. Monday night at 30th and Dodge—Omaha police are investigating the cause.

Wichita-based Equity Bank announced Tuesday it will acquire all seven Nebraska locations of Omaha-based Frontier Bank through a merger agreement with Frontier Holdings, LLC—pending regulatory approval, the merger is expected to close in fourth quarter.

A hearing is scheduled on October 20 to decide if Nikko Jenkins—who killed four in 2013 and once pleaded for execution before changing his mind—will be further evaluated to see if his worsening mental state exempts him from the death penalty while Douglas County Attorney Don Kleine argues he understood his actions.

Deborah Neary, a longtime member representing District 8 on the Nebraska State Board of Education, announced on Tuesday she will not seek reelection for a third term in 2026—she endorsed Sherrye Hutcherson to take her place.

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.

World O! Water Festival

12-4 p.m. — Chalco Hills Recreation Area — Free entry — Engage in fun activities while learning about water conservation and enjoy a hot dog lunch.

Midwest Omaha Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

12:30 – 6:00 PM — 1200 Mike Fahey St, Omaha, NE — Registration fees apply — Experience a day of running excitement in Omaha with opportunities for refunds through referrals.

Simon Joyner Live Performance

8-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Tickets online — Experience the underground sounds of Omaha’s renowned singer-songwriter, Simon Joyner.

Nilüfer Yanya Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of London’s acclaimed singer-songwriter Nilüfer Yanya as she showcases her new album.

Iniko Live Concert Experience

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $ — Experience an exclusive music and poetry cypher with the genre-defying artist Iniko alongside a special meet and greet.

The Outsiders Musical

1-2:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Cost Info TBD — Experience the thrilling tale of friendship and self-discovery with a dynamic original score in this new Broadway musical.

Leonid & Friends Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Holland Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating tribute to Chicago and Earth Wind & Fire by this viral sensation from Eastern Europe.

Rickshaw Billie's Burger Patrol

7-9:30 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — Cost not specified — Experience a rock night where music breaks all barriers and brings freedom to the soul.

Adam Melchor Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Reverb Lounge — Cost TBD — Experience the musical journey of Jersey's own Adam Melchor as he takes the stage in Omaha.