Morning
Omaha
Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Good morning, Omaha. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A fire in a vacant Omaha apartment building with signs of squatters was extinguished quickly, leading to the arrest of an individual found inside for trespassing. KFAB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Omaha's Crossroads mall redevelopment project, led by Mayor Jean Stothert and Woodbury Corp., announces a $900 million mixed-use campus plan, marking a significant milestone with a spring groundbreaking for the first phase. Nebraska Examiner
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska education officials advocate for the inclusion method in special education, emphasizing its benefits when proper support is available. Nebraska Public Media
- ➤ The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) was honored as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for its significant contributions to college student voting, reaching over 1,600 students with voter engagement initiatives. University of Nebraska Omaha
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Omaha's City Council prioritizes Climate Action and Resilience Plan, aiming for a 52% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035 and full reduction by 2050, including strategies to increase composting and recycling. WOWT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nebraska's Attorney General sues Change Healthcare for violating consumer protection and data security laws after a leak exposed the health information of hundreds of thousands of Nebraskans. KIOS
- ➤ Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert discussed the city's storm preparation and response efforts in a recent question session. WOWT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The UNO Biomechanics team has received a grant to study nonverbal cues in child prosthetic users to improve care and device design. University of Nebraska Omaha
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Boney James Concert at Steelhouse Omaha
Boney James will perform live at Steelhouse Omaha, showcasing his smooth jazz and R&B talent.
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Candy Cane Course 5K/12K Run
A family-friendly Christmas-themed 5K and 12K run featuring fun swag and chip-timing, held at the Inner Rail Food Hall.
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Trivia Night at RTG on Center
GNL Trivia Night offers an engaging experience with bar trivia and music bingo at the RTG on Center in Omaha, Nebraska.
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Weekly Trivia Night at Harney Street Tavern
Harney Street Tavern hosts a weekly trivia night featuring games organized by Game Night Live, promising an enjoyable experience for participants.
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Jason Mayer Live Performance
Jason Mayer will perform live at Copa Cabana in Omaha, providing a night of music and entertainment.
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Damone's New Year's Party in Omaha
Damone's New Year's Party is set to occur on December 28, 2024, at The Waiting Room Lounge, featuring a festive atmosphere appropriate for all ages.
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Neva Dinova Concert
Neva Dinova will be performing live at the Reverb Lounge in Omaha.
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New Year's Eve Celebration with Secret Weapon
Celebrate New Year's Eve with live music from Secret Weapon at The Waiting Room Lounge in Omaha.
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RTG on Center – ROCK’N Bingo Night
This event features a fun music bingo night at RTG on Center in Omaha, organized by Game Night Live, promising an enjoyable evening for participants.
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Bennie and the Gents: A Tribute to David Bowie
Bennie & The Gents will perform a legendary tribute to David Bowie, featuring an evening filled with music and showmanship.
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