Good morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for December 28, 2024. We're starting off with some breaking news from the past few days in our city. The Omaha City Council met recently to discuss various issues affecting our daily lives, including zoning changes and new development projects. One notable proposal is the rezoning of a property near 72nd and Dodge Streets, which we'll keep an eye on and bring you updates as they become available.

Moving on to today's job market snapshot, Omaha's job market is showing resilience and adaptability, with a diverse economy that includes finance, agriculture, and technology. The finance sector, a stronghold in Omaha, has maintained its stability and even shown growth, thanks to the city's reputation as a hub for financial services and insurance. Emerging sectors like renewable energy and biotechnology are also creating new job opportunities. According to the Nebraska Department of Labor, there were over 59,000 job openings advertised on NEworks in May 2024, indicating a strong demand for labor.

In terms of major hiring announcements, top local employers like Mutual of Omaha and Nebraska Medicine are hiring for various roles. The tech industry has grown by 10% in Omaha, with demand for software engineers and other tech professionals. Remote work is also on the rise, with many companies now offering remote opportunities.

Now, let's take a look at the real estate pulse. There haven't been any notable commercial or residential property sales in the past few days, but new development projects are underway, including construction updates in West Omaha. The weekly median home prices and inventory levels remain stable, with no significant changes reported. However, the Omaha City Council's recent meeting discussed zoning changes and new development projects, including the proposal to rezone a property near 72nd and Dodge Streets.

From city hall, the Omaha City Council's recent meeting also discussed various issues affecting our daily lives, including zoning changes and new development projects. We'll keep an eye on these developments and bring you updates as they become available.

Now, let's talk about the weather. A winter weather system is expected to impact our area today, with potential snowfall and freezing temperatures. Make sure to check the latest forecast before heading out today.

In terms of new business activity, there haven't been any major openings or closings in the past few days, but we'll keep an eye on any developments and bring you updates as they become available.

Upcoming community events include the Omaha Career Center's job fair, which will be held next week. We'll also have updates on local school achievements and sports results.

In a feel-good community story, a local non-profit organization is hosting a food drive to help those in need during the holiday season. We'll have more information on this event and how you can get involved.

Finally, let's take a look at today's crime report. There haven't been any significant incidents or arrests in the past 24 hours, but we'll keep an eye on any developments and bring you updates as they become available.

This has been Omaha Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.