Good morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for Thursday, November 13, 2025.
We begin today with breaking news from city hall. Omaha officials last night announced plans to improve pedestrian safety downtown. Starting next week, we’ll see new crosswalk signals installed on 16th Street and Douglas, which is expected to slow traffic and make walking routes safer for those heading to Old Market and the Holland Center. The city council also approved expanded funding for small business grants, aiming to help local shops recover from a slow summer season.
Turning to weather, we’re waking up to overcast skies, with morning temperatures hovering in the upper forties and a light drizzle expected through midday. It’s wise to have an umbrella ready if you’re heading out. By late afternoon, we should dry out and reach a high near 55 degrees. Friday brings clearer skies and brighter conditions, good news for weekend plans.
On the job front, the Omaha metro added nearly 100 new positions this week, mostly in healthcare and advanced manufacturing. Methodist Hospital is hiring nurses for their location on Dodge, while a new distribution center in South Omaha is looking for warehouse staff. Unemployment remains steady, holding at just under 3 percent citywide.
In real estate, the market looks active but slightly competitive. According to local agents, almost 60 homes went under contract this week, with median prices just above 280,000 dollars. Neighborhoods like Benson and Blackstone continue to see strong interest from first-time buyers, especially near new coffee spots and jazz lounges opening across Maple Street.
For upcoming events, there’s plenty to look forward to. Tonight at 7, Omaha Volleyball faces North Dakota in a crucial Summit League match, with the Mavericks playing for a spot in the championship. The game airs on the Summit League Network, and fans can cheer the team before they head to Fargo Saturday for another big matchup. Next Tuesday, Senior Night returns to Baxter Arena, bringing a special celebration for the team and their supporters. Tickets are available through the university’s athletics site.
If you’re looking for music, the Slowdown hosts local bands tomorrow, with indie sets starting early evening. Families can join the annual lights parade on Farnam this Saturday at six, featuring floats and local musicians.
In school news, Omaha North High’s robotics team won first place at the regional competition held yesterday on 72nd Street, making them top contenders for the state finals in December. Congratulations to all students involved.
Our crime report shows a quiet day by Omaha standards. Police responded overnight to a car break-in near 50th and Center. Officers made an arrest early this morning and remind everyone to secure vehicles, especially in residential lots. In the downtown area, no major incidents were reported, and patrols are increasing as holiday shopping picks up.
On a feel-good note, seven local veterans graduated last week from the Douglas County Veterans Treatment Court, celebrated at the Civic Center. Family, officials, and fellow veterans gathered to honor their hard work and commitment to rebuilding their lives. This milestone reflects Omaha’s ongoing support for those who have served and underscores the power of second chances.
That wraps up today’s updates for Omaha. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe to Local Pulse for your daily roundups. 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 dot ai.
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