Annual corporate cycling challenge returns to downtown Omaha for 37th year
OMAHA, Neb (KMTV) — Now in its 37th year, the event is an established tradition in the community, drawing cyclists of all skill levels to routes ranging from 10 to 42 miles through downtown Omaha. Organizer Bob Mancuso noted that participation has not yet returned to the pre-COVID peak of more than 4,500 riders. Proceeds […]
Gretna puts historic city hall, libraries up for sale as city looks for community-minded buyers
The city wants stewards, not just buyers. While getting a fair price matters, city leaders are prioritizing buyers who are invested in downtown Gretna’s future and will contribute positively to the community. Three historic properties are on the market at varying price points. The City Hall and Old Fire Hall must be sold together for $1.5 million, […]
OPD says its school resource officers have shock gloves at 29 schools and they’ve been used twice on students
OPD says it has delivered shock gloves to SROs at 29 of 34 Omaha-area public schools, with 5 more schools still awaiting training OPD says the gloves have been used twice — both times on students — and both uses were reviewed and deemed within policy BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) – School resource officers […]
Creighton University welcomes freshman class on move-in day
OMAHA, Neb (KMTV) — Creighton University’s incoming freshman class is the third-largest in the school’s history, with over a thousand students. Nearly 300 are from Nebraska, with significant numbers also coming from Minnesota and Iowa. Assistant Vice Provost for Enrollment Sarah Richardson acknowledged the university is actively working to balance strong enrollment demand with maintaining […]
City Council expected to take up community redevelopment area designation near The Center Mall in September
The Omaha City Council is expected to hold its first reading on a CRA designation – needed to get TIF funding – near The Center Mall in September Lockwood Development says the project will not move forward without TIF funding from the city Neighbors are divided over the proposed redevelopment plan BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: OMAHA, Neb. […]
Gifford Park to celebrate 33rd Friday
OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) – Gifford Park’s 33rd Friday event returns this Friday, bringing live music, dance performances, and a community market to the Central Omaha neighborhood. Adrian Petrescu, president of the Gifford Park Neighborhood Association, said the annual tradition has been going on for about 20 years. The event marks the 33rd Friday of the […]
Omaha offers to pay for demolition or repair of Blackstone building that hosted Brothers Lounge
Omaha is offering to use streetcar project funds to pay for repairs or demolition of the Blackstone building that hosted Brothers Lounge A hole formed in June under the building and part of Farnam Street where construction for the Omaha Streetcar was underway Negotiations between the city and the building’s owner are underway BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: […]
Omaha small businesses can apply for AI training program to boost marketing and growth
Omaha small business owners have an opportunity to learn how to use artificial intelligence to reach more customers and grow their businesses through a new program called Breakthrough 402. The program is designed to turn AI from a buzzword into a practical tool, helping entrepreneurs create marketing content, follow up with customers and even build […]
10 cyclospora cases reported across Dodge, Saunders and Washington counties, local officials say
OMAHA, NE. — Ten cases of cyclospora are being investigated across Dodge, Saunders and Washington counties in Nebraska, the Three Rivers Public Health Department reported in a statement. Department officials said, as of now, the cases are not linked to the Taylor Farms lettuce outbreak that has swept across the Midwest and South. An investigation […]
Cass County commissioners pause new data centers for year amid neighbor concerns
PLATTSMOUTH, Neb (KMTV) — Cass County commissioners voted for a 12-month pause on new data centers as residents packed the boardroom to weigh in on the issue. PREVIOUS STORY | Cass County considers moratorium on data centers amid concerns from neighbors about farmland loss, water use RELATED | Council Bluffs mayor’s push to pause new […]