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Omaha is experiencing significant local news developments, including protests, severe winter weather and its effects, public safety incidents, and community initiative updates.
Omaha City News & Events
Top Stories:
Protests: Omaha residents are protesting at the intersection of 72nd and Dodge in the wake of a second fatal shooting by federal officers in Minneapolis.
Weather Impact: The Omaha metro is experiencing dangerously cold wind chills and the lingering effects of a winter storm, leading to increased calls for towing services and warnings about the dangers of shoveling heavy snow. Warming centers have been opened across the metro area.
Public Safety:
> Omaha police have arrested a man who fled a traffic stop, striking a police cruiser and a building.
> A man was cited in connection to a fatal hit-and-run in North Omaha.
> A crash on Interstate 80 in Council Bluffs resulted in one death.
Community Initiatives: Leaders met at the annual State of North Omaha Summit to highlight progress and goals for 2026, focusing on education, employment, housing, and public safety.
Nebraska Medicine: The University of Nebraska Board of Regents approved an $800 million deal for the university to fully manage Nebraska Medicine amid an ongoing investigation and a lawsuit to stop the deal.
Local Development: It was confirmed that a Buc-ee's travel center will be built in Gretna, near Interstate 80.
Upcoming Events:
LOVB Volleyball: The professional women's indoor volleyball team LOVB Nebraska will play against LOVB Madison on January 30 and LOVB Austin on February 1 at Baxter Arena.
Winterfest: The annual "Good Life Winterfest" music event, featuring various Midwest bands, is taking place this weekend at The Waiting Room Lounge and Reverb Lounge.
Omaha Film Festival: The annual week-long event, showcasing independent films from around the world, will run starting March 10 at the ACX Aksarben Cinema.
Omaha Mavericks Basketball: The UNO Mavericks men's basketball team has a home game against the Denver Pioneers on February 14 at Baxter Arena.
For more local news and event information, you can visit local news sources like KETV NewsWatch 7, 6 News WOWT, or KMTV 3 News Now, or check the City of Omaha website and the VisitOmaha.com events calendar for a comprehensive list of activities.

Gov. Jim Pillen announced Thursday, Jan. 22, that the Nebraska National Guard have been requested to support an “ongoing critical mission” in Washington, D.C.
6 News WOWT

Nebraska National Guard to deploy 200 soldiers to Washington D.C. Gov. Jim Pillen announced Thursday that the Nebraska National Guard have been requested to support an “ongoing critical mission” in Washington, D.C.

The Fuerza Latina Awards were created to uplift and celebrate the people and organizations who strengthen, protect, and inspire the Latino community in Omaha. In times of hardship, change, and resilience. From ICE raids to economic pressure to community victories, these awards recognize those who show up with heart, creativity, and commitment. Yet this inaugural celebration is about solidarity, visibility, and joy.

✨ Awards Structure: Two Classifications
To reflect the full spectrum of leadership and impact, awards are organized into two main classifications:
🏛️ Elected Officials Classification - 4 Categories
✊🏽 Community Member Classification - 5 Categories
Honor is to be announced soon!
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