Morning
Omaha
Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Millard middle school parents have raised concerns over a dangerous traffic snarl at 3:00 p.m. pickup near 156th and Adams as parked cars block the flow of buses and families — the city traffic division and school officials are now reviewing options like no parking signs and one-way changes to help ease the congestion. WOWT
- ➤ Homeless outreach workers in Omaha work five days a week checking on people sleeping in tents and under bridges while arranging healthcare, transportation and shelter support as city leaders debate banning tent encampments. Kevin Franklin—a former homeless man who spent six years on the streets and now lives in supportive housing—said the trusted team helped him get back on his feet. KETV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that unemployment for 16- to 24-year-olds reached 10.5% in August—making young job seekers a prime target for fake job scams. Cybersecurity experts warn that scammers use artificial intelligence and remote job offers to trick applicants into sharing personal details and bank information. 3 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNO senior Faith Suh hosted her first workshop this summer that blended self-defense training with human trafficking awareness for 30 local women—showing her commitment to safety and empowerment. She plans to expand her company Mon Cherie Faith with more trainings and a physical location in the near future. University of Nebraska Omaha
- ➤ UNO's Wear Black, Give Back campaign will run from Oct. 8 at 12 p.m. to Oct. 9 at 12 p.m.—it aims to unlock scholarships and matching funds by reaching 6,500 overall gifts and 100 for the College of IS&T while offering fun challenges and rewards like an exclusive belt bag for donations of $75 or more. University of Nebraska Omaha
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Omaha's Weather Leader forecasts that temperatures will hit the 90s Friday and Saturday with a chance for record-setting heat—scattered showers and storms will follow Sunday and Monday as highs drop to the 70s early next week. KETV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers sent cease-and-desist letters to every known retail store selling synthetic THC products to warn against mislabeling and unsafe trade practices—stores must return a signed Assurance of Voluntary Compliance or face litigation and penalties. Omaha World-Herald
- ➤ Yesterday, the Omaha Streetcar Authority released a seven-minute online survey inviting residents to share their thoughts on the upcoming streetcar’s branding and logo—this survey remains open until Oct. 7th. Developers will use the input to unveil the brand by the end of the year and to launch the streetcar in fall 2028. WOWT
- ➤ Nebraska's power grid is at risk because federal red tape slows the way new energy projects connect — wait times have grown from less than 2 years to nearly 5 years, which may push up power costs as demand grows. Experts say FERC and state leaders must act now to clear the backlog and support new projects that help power our homes and farms. Nebraska Examiner
- ➤ Businesswoman and AI strategist Jess Goldoni from Omaha launched her campaign in August for the open legislative seat in north-central Douglas County—she will focus on state spending priorities, school funding, and veteran support in a competitive district covering northwest Omaha and Bennington. Nebraska Examiner
- ➤ Police said a man with a possible stab wound was taken to the hospital after entering a downtown McDonald’s Monday near 24th and Cuming and that officers finished investigating a Sunday traffic stop that cited Bud Crawford for reckless driving near 12th and Capitol. City officials voted Tuesday on rules to limit medical cannabis operations and ban homeless camps—two state Liquor Commission members resigned at the governor’s request while lawmakers faced a government shutdown deadline. WOWT
- ➤ Nebraska State Patrol troopers are marking October by wearing pink patches for the Pink Patch Project to raise funds for breast cancer awareness—$10 patches are available at offices in Omaha, Lincoln, Norfolk, Grand Island, North Platte and Scottsbluff to help fund Nebraska’s Hereditary Cancer Foundation. Omaha World-Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Randy Backman — an EMT from Blair — suffered a stroke at 42 while training new employees at a Dollar General center a year and a half ago. He shared his experience at a statewide stroke conference — held at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha — to urge people to recognize stroke signs and seek help quickly. Omaha World-Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Omaha Men's Golf finished eighth out of 19 teams at the SIUE Dolenc Invitational with a 10-under team score of 842, the second-lowest in program history - two players placed in the top 10 as senior Spencer Clatt finished T7 and senior Ethan Smith finished T10. University of Nebraska Omaha
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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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Cursive Live Performance
6:30-9 p.m. — The Waiting Room Lounge — $25 ADV / $30 DOS — Experience Cursive's unique performance of two iconic albums in one night.
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Zoso - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Slowdown — Tickets required — Experience the legendary sounds of Led Zeppelin brought to life by the acclaimed tribute band Zoso.
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All Time Low Concert
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Steelhouse Omaha — Last-minute concert tickets available — Catch the energy of All Time Low live in Omaha!
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Molly Tuttle Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Slowdown — Tickets from $60 — Catch the talented Molly Tuttle for an evening of incredible live music.
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Marc Cohn Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Holland Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Marc Cohn performing live in Omaha.
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Creighton Bluejays Women's Volleyball vs. St. John's Red Storm
6-8 p.m. — Ryan Athletics Center and D. J. Sokol Arena — VIP tickets available — Experience thrilling collegiate volleyball action with premium seating options.
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