Morning
Omaha
Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Omaha Fire Department responded to a house fire near 33rd and G streets in South Omaha just after midnight and reported no injuries. WOWT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Peregrine Hotel at 18th & Douglas Street downtown is set to launch two new dining options in late October. The Perch Rooftop will operate year round atop the hotel while the Gilded Feather will serve as a full-service restaurant. Grow Omaha
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNL saw a small drop in fall enrollment to 23,954 students as international and graduate numbers fell—while more in-state and first-time freshmen joined, UNMC reported a 2% rise and marked its 25th straight year of growth. Both universities explained that shifts in student demographics played a key role in the enrollment changes. Omaha World-Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Construction on the Omaha streetcar project triggered new closures when Farnam at 10th Street and 10th Street southbound closed for one month Monday morning, while 10th Street northbound will shut on September 15 for the project's remainder. Blackstone saw 38th Avenue closed for one week of utility work and parking on 38th Street halted — the utility relocation phase continues through 2027 with streetcar service planned for 2028. KETV
- ➤ Work begins today to remediate a sinkhole on the west side of 16th Street between Farnam and Harney—this sinkhole opened last January when a garbage truck fell into an underground void. The project will last through November and includes shoring up an exposed building foundation, repairing a sewer, and fixing a duct line for Omaha Public Power District. Grow Omaha
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A dozen Omaha tenants say Wise Owl Properties sent a letter warning their water and gas will be shut off due to unpaid Metropolitan Utilities District bills even though they pay a flat $75 fee for utilities per their lease—causing confusion over rotating property managers and delayed bill updates. 3 News Now
- ➤ Today, heavy equipment arrived at the Crossroads redevelopment site northwest of 72nd and Dodge Street as Woodbury Corporation and WRK Real Estate begin developing the $850 million project. The first phase will build Gamescape by Cinemark—a unique entertainment center—and Block B with an 800-stall parking garage and 200 multifamily units with retail, expected to complete in about two years. Grow Omaha
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska football head coach Matt Rhule said Houston Christian will bring an excellent defense to Lincoln (they rank in the top five in key stats) and he expects their play to test his team (the game is set for the near future). KETV
- ➤ Released Monday, the new AVCA poll kept Nebraska volleyball at No.1 as the Huskers earned all 61 top votes with a record of six wins and no losses—Creighton fell to No.18 from last week’s ranking. Nebraska will host Utah and Grand Canyon and the Jays will play Louisville, Rice and Northern Iowa this week. KETV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Pert Near Sandstone Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Slowdown — Ticket prices vary — Experience infectious energy as Pert Near Sandstone blends old-time instrumentation with contemporary vibes.
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Omaha Whiskey Fest 2025
1-5 p.m. — Hilton Omaha — Various ticket prices available — Experience a celebration of whiskey with tastings, local vendors, and live entertainment.
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Woofstock
10 AM – 2 PM — Turner Park — Free entry — Celebrate your furry friends with a dog costume parade, local vendors, and outdoor yard games.
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