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WeatherRain and strong wind hit Omaha this morning, and severe storms are possible tonightIf you're heading out this morning, plan on a wet, windy commute. KETV says showers and storms arrive overnight into Monday morning, with gusts of 40-45 mph possible. WOWT calls Monday the warmest and wettest day of the week, with highs in the low 70s.Today’s editionRead SportsAlan Huss makes his Creighton debut tonight against Kansas City at CHI Health Center OmahaAlan Huss makes his debut as Creighton's head coach tonight, when Kansas City visits CHI Health Center Omaha at 7 p.m. Hurrdat Sports reports that Huss isn't calling his team ready. "We're very much still going to be a work in progress," he said.Today’s editionRead WeatherSunday stays mostly dry in Omaha, but wind, rain, and storms arrive MondayIf you're heading out today, KMTV expects Sunday to be dry through the day, with highs in the mid-60s. Daylight Saving Time ended Saturday night, so sunset now comes before 5:30 p.m. until late January.Sunday’s editionRead High School FootballWestside, Papio South, and Papillion-La Vista win football playoff openersIf you missed Friday night, home teams swept the Class A first round, and Papillion-La Vista South needed a last-second touchdown and two-point conversion to beat Millard West 18-17. Hurrdat Sports has photos of that game, and more from Papillion-La Vista's 21-0 win over Lincoln Northeast.Sunday’s editionRead BusinessOPPD's governance committee backs Troy Via as interim CEO after Javier Fernandez announces he'll step downIf you pay an OPPD bill, here's the latest on who's in charge. The board's governance committee has recommended chief operating officer Troy Via become interim leader, the York News-Times reports. OPPD confirmed Wednesday that President and CEO Javier Fernandez will step down at the end of the year after “a unique opportunity for his family.”Saturday’s editionRead ElectionsCouncil Bluffs CB-1 voters will cast ballots at Queen of Apostles Church after a water main breakIf you vote in Council Bluffs' CB-1 precinct, your Election Day polling place has changed. A water main break forced the move, and the Pottawattamie County Auditor's Office issued an urgent release Friday. KMTV says the new site is about a five-minute drive from the old one, and the Daily Nonpareil also reported the change.Saturday’s editionRead High School SportsMillard South, Papillion-La Vista and Omaha North win their Class A football playoff openersMillard South bounced back from its only loss of the season. The No. 2 seed Patriots scored on each of their first eight possessions in a 56-7 win over No. 15 seed Lincoln Standing Bear. Trae Taylor threw for 353 yards and four touchdowns and added 70 rushing yards and a score. Millard South (9-1) will host the winner of Papillion-La Vista South and Millard West in the quarterfinals.Saturday’s editionRead High School SportsStorm forecasts moved up kickoffs for some Friday playoff football gamesIf you're headed to a playoff game tonight, check the clock. Forecasted Friday rain pushed some kickoffs earlier, the Omaha World-Herald reports. Columbus visits Omaha Westside at 4:30 p.m., and Elkhorn North plays Elkhorn South at 5 p.m.Friday’s editionRead Getting AroundEppley Airfield's first renovated gates open to the public Wed., Nov. 4If you're flying out of Omaha soon, mark Wed., Nov. 4. A section of South Terminal gates opens to the public that day as the first phase of a $950 million renovation. KMTV counts four new gate areas, with restrooms of 28 stalls per side and charging at every seat.Friday’s editionRead Election 2026Nebraska voters will decide Measure 442, which would put school sports rules in the state constitutionIf you're wondering what Measure 442 does, KMTV explains that it would require school sports teams to be designated male, female or co-ed. It would restrict female teams to female students. At a Capitol hearing, The Daily Nebraskan reports, it was described as applying to public schools, colleges, universities and private schools that compete against public schools.Thursday’s editionRead Getting AroundA new piece of Eppley Airfield's concourse opens to South Terminal passengers Nov. 4If you fly out of Omaha, part of the new concourse opens Nov. 4. Omaha Airport Authority CEO David Roth led a tour and said areas that used to be about 1,500 square feet are now 2,600. He pointed to floor-to-ceiling windows, larger restrooms and places to plug in phones.Thursday’s editionRead High School SportsMillard North swept Papillion-LaVista to earn its first Class A state volleyball berth since 2019If you follow Class A volleyball, Wednesday belonged to Millard North. The team swept Papillion-LaVista in the District A-7 final, the Omaha World-Herald reports. The set scores were 25-18, 25-20 and 25-21, according to The Norfolk Daily News.Thursday’s editionRead City HallOmaha City Council approves the Union Omaha downtown stadium dealIf you've wondered when pro soccer gets a permanent downtown home, the target is 2028. The Omaha City Council approved the stadium lease Tuesday, and the Fremont Tribune says it approved a redevelopment agreement for a city-owned stadium that Union Omaha will lease long term.Wednesday’s editionRead Election 2026Omaha voters decide a $155 million bond for a joint police and fire headquarters Nov. 3If you're voting next Tuesday, a $155 million bond question is on your ballot. Police and fire union leaders and the Greater Omaha Chamber made a final pitch Tuesday. The city says it wouldn't require a tax increase.Wednesday’s editionRead City HallMayor Ewing's first town hall of the year sparks a debate over small businesses and big employersMayor John Ewing Jr. held his first town hall of the year Monday night at The Venue at Highlander Accelerator, with the police and fire chiefs on hand. KETV reports that keeping young people in Omaha after graduation came up again and again. Ewing pointed to Union Pacific, HDR, and Kiewit Construction as job creators.Tuesday’s editionRead

Around Omaha

From KETV, KMTV 3 News Now Omaha and 15 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. KETV46 minutes ago

    Showers and thunderstorms later in Omaha

  2. KETV1 hour ago

    Methodist Women’s Hospital launches meal program for high-risk pregnancies

    Methodist Women’s Hospital has launched a program to provide medically tailored meals and support services to patients with high-risk pregnancies who are experiencing food insecurity.

  3. KMTV 3 News Now Omaha2 hours ago

    Thunderstorms (some strong) this evening, rainy Election Day tomorrow

    Eyes are on a few thunderstorms this evening, some of which could become briefly severe. For Election Day, plan on bringing rain gear with you.

  4. WOWT2 hours ago

    Matt’s First Alert 6 Forecast: Storms Monday evening, more rain and wind Tuesday

    Strong storms possible Monday evening, mainly west of Omaha

  5. The Daily Nebraskan2 hours ago

    Takeaways from Nebraska women’s basketball’s win over San Jose State

    Nebraska women’s basketball entered its season-opener at Pinnacle Bank Arena on Monday afternoon with high expectations. The Huskers are receiving 47 votes in the AP Top-25 poll, which put them

  6. Daily Nonpareil2 hours ago

    Pottawattamie County lands $19.9 million in largest Iowa road safety award

    A $19.9 million federal grant will fund improvements along Old Lincoln Highway and pedestrian safety evaluations in seven Pottawattamie County communities. Construction could begin in 2029.

  7. Omaha World-Herald2 hours ago

    Nebraska volleyball's Bergen Reilly climbs Big Ten career honors list

    Nebraska volleyball setter Bergen Reilly earned her third Big Ten weekly honor this season after directing the Huskers to two road victories. Her career total ties for third in conference

  8. Central Nebraska Today2 hours ago

    Osborn Makes Final Stop In Central Nebraska Before Election

    Independent U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn made one final stop in Central Nebraska on Monday in Kearney as he wrapped up the final leg of his "Mama,...

  9. KETV3 hours ago

    Election Day in Nebraska: What to expect for the midterms

    Nebraska voters will head to the polls Tuesday to choose a U.S. Senate seat, governor and more in the midterms.

  10. Kearney Hub3 hours ago

    TV show takes viewers behind the scenes at Nebraska factories

    From ATVs to irrigation systems, a new TV show produced in Omaha will take viewers inside Nebraska factories to see what's being made here.

  11. Omaha World-Herald3 hours ago

    Just: Even with 'jitters,' great to see Natalie Potts doing all the 'little things' again

    Natalie Potts admitted to some first-game "jitters," writes Amie Just, but it was great to see her making her usual hustle plays after nearly two years of ACL rehab.

  12. Bellevue Times3 hours ago

    After Nine Months, Stella’s Bar & Grill Comes Home

    BELLEVUE, Neb. — For nearly nine months, the doors of Stella's Bar & Grill have been closed. The familiar sounds of burgers sizzling on the grill,

  13. Daily Nonpareil3 hours ago

    What will Election Day weather bring in Omaha? You might need a raincoat

    Light rains are in the forecast as voters head to the polls Tuesday morning in eastern Nebraska, but chances for showers should taper off by the afternoon.

  14. Fremont Tribune3 hours ago

    What will Election Day weather bring in Omaha? You might need a raincoat

    Light rains are in the forecast as voters head to the polls Tuesday morning in eastern Nebraska, but chances for showers should taper off by the afternoon.

  15. KSOM3 hours ago

    Cash Grain November 2

    Landus Coop – Adair October Corn — 4.13 March Corn — 4.22 October Beans — 11.39 March Beans — 11.61 Landus Coop – Atlantic October Corn — 4.08 March Corn — 4.17 October Beans — 11.39 March Beans — 11.61 Landus Coop – Casey October Corn — 4.13 March Corn — 4.22 October Beans —

  16. Omaha World-Herald3 hours ago

    'On fire' Britt Prince helps Huskers ice SJSU in season opener

    Nebraska women's basketball opened its season Monday, but star guard Britt Prince was already in midseason form. Here are Sam McKewon's three takes from the Husker win.

  17. Downtown Bellevue Network4 hours ago

    800,000 SF Office Leasing Opens at Former Downtown Bellevue Barnes & Noble Site

    Onni Group has opened leasing for the office tower at Onni Bellevue, the three-tower development under construction on the former Barnes & Noble site in Downtown Bellevue. Commercial real estate firm Kidder Mathews is marketing 800,000 square feet in the 47-story tower, with space divisible down to 100,000 square feet. The project is the only major office

  18. KETV4 hours ago

    Ballot counting tests conducted ahead of Election Day

    Up-close look at ballot counting tests at the Douglas County Commission

  19. KMTV 3 News Now Omaha4 hours ago

    Bikers Against Child Abuse brings Nebraska together to support abuse survivors

    Bikers Against Child Abuse held a chili cookoff fundraiser in Omaha. A survivor turned member shares her story.

  20. KBRX5 hours ago

    Wednesday, November 4th, 2026

    NSAA State Volleyball Championship Touranments Class C1 #1 Concordia Omaha vs #8 Norfolk Catholic – PBA North Court 1pm #2 Bishop Neumann vs #7 Lincoln Lutheran – PBA South

  21. KETV5 hours ago

    Chances for strong to severe storms Monday evening for Omaha area

    Chances for rain and storms increase Monday evening and night with strong to severe storms possible. Meteorologist Caitlin Harvey has the forecast you trust from Omaha's Weather Leader.

  22. KMAland.com5 hours ago

    Pottawattamie County awarded $19.9 million for Old Lincoln Highway improvements

    (Council Bluffs) -- Pottawattamie County has received a significant federal grant for safety improvements along a stretch of Old Lincoln Highway.

  23. KMAland.com5 hours ago

    Lewis Central's Hoss finds perfect fit at Northern Iowa

    (Council Bluffs) -- Coming off a Missouri River Conference cross country championship, Lewis Central senior Madelyn Hoss has made her college decision, announcing her commitment to continue her running career

  24. Omaha World-Herald5 hours ago

    13 Tools and Tips for a Productive Workspace This National Entrepreneurship Month

    Contributor content. In honor of National Entrepreneurship Month, consider giving your workplace some attention.

  25. KETV5 hours ago

    Papillion La Vista Community Schools superintendent tapped to lead ESU 3, serving 86,000 students in Nebraska

    Papillion La Vista’s superintendent is headed to ESU 3, which serves more than 86,000 students across 18 districts.

  26. KETV5 hours ago

    Omaha power outage hits 1,400 customers, including Nathan Hale Middle School

    Nathan Hale Middle School is among 1,400 Omaha customers without power, though classes are continuing in natural light.

  27. KMTV 3 News Now Omaha6 hours ago

    South 10th Street closed for three weeks in South Omaha for water main break repairs

    South 10th Street in South Omaha is closed for three weeks for MUD utility work and a water main break repair.

  28. KSCJ 13606 hours ago

    CANDIDATES CONTINUE CAMPAIGNING ACROSS IOWA AS ELECTION DAY NEARS

    IOWA POLITICAL CANDIDATES SPENT THE WEEKEND CAMPAIGNING BY HOLDING RALLIES AROUND THE STATE. ON SUNDAY NIGHT, KENTUCKY SENATOR ANDY BESHEAR — THE HEAD OF THE DEMOCRATIC GOVERNORS ASSOCIATION — SPOKE TO 350 SUPPORTERS OF ROB SAND’S CAMPAIGN FOR GOVERNOR. BY FRIDAY MORNING, STATE OFFICIALS SAY OVER 440-THOUSAND IOWANS HAD ALREADY VOTED EARLY. SAND TOLD THE […]

  29. KETV6 hours ago

    When do polls open in Nebraska on Election Day? Where can you vote?

    When do polls open on Election Day? Where can I vote near me? Here's what Nebraska voters need to know for Election Day.

  30. Daily Nonpareil6 hours ago

    Boston Hensley collects NSIC special teams weekly honor

    Wayne State kicker Boston Hensley was named NSIC Special Teams Player of the Week after scoring 10 points and recording three touchbacks in a win over CSP.

  31. 91.5 KIOS-FM Omaha Public Radio7 hours ago

    KIOS FM Local News for Monday, 11/2/26

  32. Daily Nonpareil7 hours ago

    Meet the football 5 Stars from the Round of 16

    Each class had 16 teams left, and only eight could move on, thus big-time performances were needed to get the job done this week. Here's this week's top football athletes.

  33. Omaha World-Herald7 hours ago

    Redstone Program: A personal experience designed for each client

    Content by Nebraska Hospital. This Nebraska Hospital program helps patients begin their recovery journey safely through comprehensive medical care and more.

  34. KMTV 3 News Now Omaha7 hours ago

    Nebraska Medicaid work rules strain coverage ahead of nationwide rollout

    Nebraska's first-in-the-nation Medicaid work rules have cost more than 1,000 people coverage as a federal rollout approaches in January.

  35. Daily Nonpareil8 hours ago

    Voting in Iowa? Poll hours, ID rules and what to bring on Election Day

    Election Day is nearly here, and Iowans will soon head to the polls to cast their ballots in the Nov. 3 general election.

  36. KMAland.com8 hours ago

    Goss: Midwest manufacturing economy moving in 'right direction'

    (Omaha) -- The Midwest manufacturing economy continues to grow according to another leading indicator.

  37. KETV8 hours ago

    What to know before the polls: Voter ID

    Polls open at 8 a.m. on Nov. 3 for Midterm Election Day. Voters only need to bring one thing with them: an acceptable form of voter ID.

  38. Daily Nonpareil8 hours ago

    Monday final day for in-person early voting in Pottawattamie County

    The Pottawattamie County Auditor's Office is holding the last day of in-person absentee voting from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026.

  39. KETV8 hours ago

    Papillion employee will go to trial on multiple felony charges, including child abuse

    A Papillion city communications specialist will go to trial on multiple felony charges, including child abuse.

  40. Lincoln Journal Star9 hours ago

    Here's what you need to know about voting in Nebraska

    Election Day is Tuesday. Here's what you need to know if you haven't voted or haven't returned your mail ballot.

In brief

The short notes of Morning Omaha’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • ParkingThe City of Omaha has put $415 million toward parking garages, nearly as much as the $421 million committed to the streetcar project, the Omaha Reader reports.

    The City of Omaha has put $415 million toward parking garages, nearly as much as the $421 million committed to the streetcar project, the Omaha Reader reports. The garages, 3,386 spots when completed, are meant to free up land for tax-generating development near the new transit line.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Omaha Reader

  • Elkhorn fireElkhorn Suburban Fire's 2nd District is reinstating its operating fire department when its contract with the City of Omaha ends Dec.

    Elkhorn Suburban Fire's 2nd District is reinstating its operating fire department when its contract with the City of Omaha ends Dec. 31, 2027, WOWT reports. The plan calls for two district-owned stations and at least two staffed ambulances.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WOWT

  • RegentsEastern Douglas County voters will choose between Nebraska's former First Lady and a multistate company executive in a University of Nebraska Board of Regents special election.

    Eastern Douglas County voters will choose between Nebraska's former First Lady and a multistate company executive in a University of Nebraska Board of Regents special election.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: The Grand Island Independent

  • GlaucomaThree Creighton researchers won a $2.9 million grant to develop a new glaucoma treatment that shows promise, the Daily Nonpareil reports.

    Three Creighton researchers won a $2.9 million grant to develop a new glaucoma treatment that shows promise, the Daily Nonpareil reports.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Daily Nonpareil

  • PlayoffsPapillion-La Vista beat Lincoln Northeast 21-0 in a football playoff game.

    Papillion-La Vista beat Lincoln Northeast 21-0 in a football playoff game. Northeast entered at 8-1, and Papillion-La Vista at 7-2, Nebraska News Service reports.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Nebraska News Service

  • BallotNebraska voters decide Initiative 442, "Fairness for Girls," on Tue., Nov.

    Nebraska voters decide Initiative 442, "Fairness for Girls," on Tue., Nov. 3. A yes vote would amend the state constitution to prohibit assigned males at birth from female sports at K-12 and collegiate schools, and a no vote leaves it unchanged.

    News Notes · Sunday’s editionSource: The Omaha News

  • CampaignsCampaigns are making a final push three days before Election Day.

    Campaigns are making a final push three days before Election Day. Union members gathered at an Omaha training hall Saturday morning to support independent Senate candidate Dan Osborn.

    News Notes · Sunday’s editionSource: WOWT

  • CrashWOWT reports police were called to a three-car crash at South 30th Street and St.

    WOWT reports police were called to a three-car crash at South 30th Street and St. Mary's Avenue around 1:30 a.m. Saturday, and one person was hospitalized with serious injuries. KETV reports two people were taken to the hospital after a crash near there, one critically injured.

    News Notes · Sunday’s editionSources: WOWT, KETV

  • HockeyThe Omaha Lancers beat the Lincoln Stars 6-4 Saturday night at Liberty First Credit Union Arena in Ralston.

    The Omaha Lancers beat the Lincoln Stars 6-4 Saturday night at Liberty First Credit Union Arena in Ralston. Omaha scored first 58 seconds in and built a 3-0 lead in the first period.

    News Notes · Sunday’s editionSource: Lincoln Stars

  • CrossroadsWoodbury Development is reimagining the area around 72nd and Dodge Street, where Crossroads Mall was demolished in 2021.

    Woodbury Development is reimagining the area around 72nd and Dodge Street, where Crossroads Mall was demolished in 2021. The current plan includes underground parking, a Gamescape building, new shopping areas, and restaurants.

    News Notes · Sunday’s editionSource: The Omaha News

  • Bus crashFour children and one adult were taken to hospitals after a school bus and gravel truck crash Friday afternoon about 8 miles south of Meadow Grove, according to a Madison County Sheriff's Office release.

    Four children and one adult were taken to hospitals after a school bus and gravel truck crash Friday afternoon about 8 miles south of Meadow Grove, according to a Madison County Sheriff's Office release. One child with suspected severe injuries went to Faith Health, then by ground to Children's Hospital in Omaha.

    Around Nebraska · Sunday’s editionSource: norfolkneradio.com

  • Statewide windKLKN says Sunday afternoon and evening bring southeast gusts up to 35-45 mph across the state.

    KLKN says Sunday afternoon and evening bring southeast gusts up to 35-45 mph across the state. Monday looks even windier ahead of the cold front, with a rainy, stormy morning from west to east.

    Around Nebraska · Sunday’s editionSource: KLKN-TV

  • VolleyballOmaha Skutt swept Columbus Lakeview at Sokol Arena and returned to the Class B state tournament, with Madison Zajicek delivering 22 kills.

    Omaha Skutt swept Columbus Lakeview at Sokol Arena and returned to the Class B state tournament, with Madison Zajicek delivering 22 kills. Wahoo Neumann also punched its state ticket, the Omaha World-Herald reports.

    Around Nebraska · Sunday’s editionSources: Omaha World-Herald, Omaha World-Herald