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Omaha News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Omaha News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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  • Omaha: College World Series returns to Omaha after historic first game in 1950 | June 16

    Omaha: College World Series returns to Omaha after historic first game in 1950 | June 16
    Jun 16 2026
    Omaha's College World Series returns for its 76th year, rekindling the city's baseball legacy with the first game ever played here on June 15, 1950. The Cornhusker Clink, a local football tradition, faces debate over its financial impact and cultural significance.
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    1 min
  • Omaha: One injured in downtown Omaha cutting incident | June 15

    Omaha: One injured in downtown Omaha cutting incident | June 15
    Jun 15 2026
    Omaha police are investigating a pedestrian injury caused by a vehicle collision near a busy downtown intersection during rush hour. The Omaha Art Fair vendors are recovering from severe weather damage that destroyed setups and impacted small businesses, while some local bars face shortages due to a distributor-union dispute over craft beers.
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    1 min
  • Omaha: Severe weather watch continues in southeastern Nebraska today. | June 14

    Omaha: Severe weather watch continues in southeastern Nebraska today. | June 14
    Jun 14 2026
    Omaha's episode covers severe thunderstorm warnings in southeastern Nebraska, the return of milder weather by Sunday, and the 100th anniversary of the first MLB game in Omaha. It also highlights the ongoing Omaha Soap Box Derby and its community impact.
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    1 min
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