South Omaha Media Group

06/22/2026

Vinton Street is now open between 36th and 38th. Backland Plumbing's work is complete with the lead replacement project on that stretch of road.

06/22/2026

This was submitted to us by a follower located at 32nd Ave. and Frederick Street. Given the current climate with regard to sinkholes, we have contacted the mayor's hotline and were informed that two additional complaints have been filed regarding cracks within the intersection and sinking issues. City crews have been dispatched to respond immediately. 

06/20/2026

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Recently, officers assigned to our Southeast Precinct responded to graffiti complaints along the Field Club Trail. While checking the area, officers contacted a juvenile riding a dirt bike on the trail who was carrying two cans of spray paint. The juvenile admitted they intended to use the paint to create graffiti.

The dirt bike was impounded, and appropriate enforcement action was taken.

We remain committed to addressing quality-of-life concerns in our neighborhoods and parks. If you observe graffiti or vandalism, please report it through the Mayor’s Hotline at 402-444-5555.

Thank you, Omaha, for helping keep our community clean and safe.

06/18/2026

JOINT STATEMENT FROM OMAHA MAYOR JOHN W. EWING JR. and OMAHA POLICE CHIEF TODD SCHMADERER

Omaha is a safe city with low homicide and violent crime rates. But today is a profoundly sad and difficult one. In the span of a single day, our city has lost six individuals: four to apparent murder-suicides, one to a shooting and one to a fire. All are under investigation and we’ll share more information when we have it.

Violence affects families and communities, and we grieve alongside all who experienced the shock of what occurred today. We want to let you - and others in crisis know - that Omaha cares for you. We will share resources below.

While the Omaha Police Department is still in the early investigative stages of these tragedies, our community can rest assured that our officers and professional staff are working tirelessly. OPD is committed to diligently investigating these cases with the utmost urgency, as we are with all criminal acts in our city.

Until today, our city of nearly half a million people had lost four to homicide. This time last year, there were nine homicides. Today, we added three names to that list bringing total homicides to seven. One loss is too many.

Know that Omaha is a city of resources. Please use them:

Emergencies, 911
Human service needs, 211
Domestic violence, call the Women’s Center for Advancement 24-hour hotline, 402-345-7273. Please see this page for more resources.
National Su***de Hotline, 988
The Mayor’s Hotline, 402-444-5555

We are a safe city, a strong city, and a city that looks out for our neighbors. Please keep looking out for one another.

06/17/2026

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06/16/2026

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06/16/2026

Expect a mix of clouds and sun today with temperatures in the 70s and 80s. Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, a few showers and non-severe storms may clip portions of northern Nebraska and western Iowa during the morning. Temperatures will climb into the 80s and 90s. Winds gusting to 35+ MPH are expected, particularly in northeastern Nebraska.

06/16/2026

Bellevue is set to vote on a proposal banning minibikes, dirt bikes, golf carts, and certain e-bikes along trails and public roadways. Does Omaha need a similar measure? Feel free to comment. 

06/13/2026

Donohue's pub is under new ownership with a name change.

06/13/2026

Hanscom Boulevard & Vinton