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Omaha Local Pulse: Crime Charges, Maverick Victory, and Housing Expansion
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Good morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for Saturday, February 21. We kick off with some serious developments in public safety. Federal prosecutors just charged six more defendants in that international ATM jackpotting scheme targeting banks around Omaha, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office. This follows quick sentencings last week, like 108 months for a Mexican national on meth distribution out of federal court here on Dodge Street, and 15 years for another caught with meth in our city. A Wisconsin man also got time for robbing banks in the area. Authorities urge us to stay vigilant at ATMs near 72nd and Dodge, reporting anything suspicious right away.
Shifting to brighter news, our UNO Mavericks hockey team dominated Arizona State last night at Baxter Arena, outshooting them 66 to 44 in a game one win. They nailed two of four power plays, keeping playoff hopes alive. Over in college sports, Nebraska's women's swim team rallied for a top-three finish after day three at Big Ten Championships, with senior Gena Jorgenson grabbing third in the 500 free at 4:39.15, per Huskers.com. Our locals like Beatrix Tanko and Virginia Consiglio set personal bests too.
On the local front, City Hall passed a measure yesterday to expand affordable housing incentives near 24th and Leavenworth, aiming to ease rents that jumped about 7 percent last year. Job market stays steady with around 2,500 openings posted on local boards, especially in healthcare along the Old Market. Real estate sees median home prices holding at $285,000, per recent listings.
Weather-wise, light snow flurries this morning could slick up I-80, so drive carefully to events. Expect clearing skies by noon with highs near 28 degrees and calm winds through evening.
New business buzz: A craft brewery opens tomorrow on South 13th Street, while a downtown coffee spot near Gene Leahy Mall announced expansion. Upcoming, catch the Winter Market at Slowdown this afternoon and a community cleanup at Hanscom Park Sunday.
Quick school shoutout: Creighton Prep's debate team took first at state qualifiers. And for a feel-good lift, neighbors rallied to rebuild a playground at Fontenelle Park after wind damage, all volunteer-led.
Stay safe out there, listeners. Thanks for tuning in and subscribe for daily updates. This has been Omaha Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.
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Shifting to brighter news, our UNO Mavericks hockey team dominated Arizona State last night at Baxter Arena, outshooting them 66 to 44 in a game one win. They nailed two of four power plays, keeping playoff hopes alive. Over in college sports, Nebraska's women's swim team rallied for a top-three finish after day three at Big Ten Championships, with senior Gena Jorgenson grabbing third in the 500 free at 4:39.15, per Huskers.com. Our locals like Beatrix Tanko and Virginia Consiglio set personal bests too.
On the local front, City Hall passed a measure yesterday to expand affordable housing incentives near 24th and Leavenworth, aiming to ease rents that jumped about 7 percent last year. Job market stays steady with around 2,500 openings posted on local boards, especially in healthcare along the Old Market. Real estate sees median home prices holding at $285,000, per recent listings.
Weather-wise, light snow flurries this morning could slick up I-80, so drive carefully to events. Expect clearing skies by noon with highs near 28 degrees and calm winds through evening.
New business buzz: A craft brewery opens tomorrow on South 13th Street, while a downtown coffee spot near Gene Leahy Mall announced expansion. Upcoming, catch the Winter Market at Slowdown this afternoon and a community cleanup at Hanscom Park Sunday.
Quick school shoutout: Creighton Prep's debate team took first at state qualifiers. And for a feel-good lift, neighbors rallied to rebuild a playground at Fontenelle Park after wind damage, all volunteer-led.
Stay safe out there, listeners. Thanks for tuning in and subscribe for daily updates. This has been Omaha Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI