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Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Omaha held a POW/MIA ceremony at Memorial Park where horns sounded and a Fallen Soldier Table was set up to honor missing servicemembers — families and veterans shared their tributes and memories. A Blue Star Memorial was gifted to the city as a reminder to honor those who serve — a gesture that brought comfort to many. KETV
- ➤ All People’s Pantry received a check from Molina health care on Friday that will cover about half the cost for supplies needed at its food distribution event today—focused on staples from African, Asian and Latin American cultures. The event will also connect community members with resources like free health clinics. WOWT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln Public Schools and schools in the Omaha metro area reported a TikTok trend where students urinated in public spaces and officials warned that those involved would face school and legal penalties—measures that may include temporary restroom closures. Omaha World-Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, First Alert 6’s Maria Cade interviewed comedian Pat Hazell who discussed plans for Johnny Carson’s 100th birthday celebration. The exclusive talk gave insight into event details— more announcements are expected soon. WOWT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A study from the University of Nebraska Omaha found that Nebraskans pay nearly 9% of their income on home insurance and face the nation’s second-highest premiums due to severe weather — including hurricane force winds and hail. The report urges homeowners to harden their properties and calls on insurers to offer more price transparency. 3 News Now
- ➤ Nebraska's unemployment rate for August stays at 3.0 percent, unchanged from July, while Omaha reached a record high with over 525,500 workers—state Labor Commissioner Katie Thurber said. KFAB
- ➤ A report released Friday showed Nebraska’s unemployment rate was 3%—the same as the past five months—indicating the job market stayed steady. WOWT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr. announced a parade—set to begin at 10 a.m. Sept 27 at 19th and Farnam and finish at 10th and Harney—to honor Terence Bud Crawford’s historic win over Canelo Alvarez. He also scheduled town halls in October to discuss the city’s future while marking his 100 days in office. Nebraska Examiner
- ➤ Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Justice requested Nebraska’s full voter registration list with personal data and state officials sent the matter for legal review while Nebraska joined several states in filing a lawsuit against Ticketmaster and Live Nation for allegedly deceptive ticket practices. Omaha Steaks will break ground on a new $20 million Product Safety Facility Monday and Creighton University will begin a $300 million campus upgrade as No. 21 Michigan is set to play in a Big Ten spotlight game in Nebraska—developments that come as the state attorney general urged colleges to safeguard free speech on campus. KIOS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State experts say Nebraska has been undercounting drug overdose deaths because many cases, including Derrek Cocchiarella’s fentanyl overdose in 2021, are ruled as natural causes—this misclassification is costing the state millions in federal funding. Officials warn that the missing data makes it hard to understand and respond to the community’s true drug crisis. Omaha World-Herald
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Koen Japanese BBQ and Izakaya at 3863 Farnam Street serves fresh food with Japanese and Korean flavors—its menu offers sushi rolls and BBQ feasts. Owners Bryan and Inez Choy said the restaurant provides indoor, rooftop and patio seating and has parking at 38th and Farnam. KETV
- ➤ The Omaha Home and Lifestyle Show is underway at CHI Health Center, offering custom windows, siding, appliances and other home improvements. Gerald Peterson of Advantage Home Improvement—26 years in business—said he hopes visitors will explore vendor offerings as the expo runs through Sunday, Sept. 21. KETV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Two new custom-built model homes have been unveiled at The Arbour at Heartwood Preserve near Millard North High School as part of the first big residential development east of 180th Street in nearly 20 years—these upscale homes offer high-end finishes such as Miele appliances, lifetime materials, and flexible living options within a 500-acre mixed-use project. Omaha World-Herald
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