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Good morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for January 4, 2025.
We're starting off the year with some positive news from the Omaha Police Department. According to recent reports, overall crime in Omaha was down 17% in 2024, with the number of homicides being the lowest in over 30 years. However, juvenile crime remains a top concern moving into 2025[5].
In the job market, Omaha is thriving, particularly in the tech sector. Major companies like Mutual of Omaha, Union Pacific, and Toast are driving growth, creating numerous opportunities for tech professionals. The demand for roles in software development, data science, cloud engineering, AI, and cybersecurity is high, with salaries averaging over $80,000. Notably, Cloud Engineers and Network Architects are commanding impressive salaries of $112,000 and $160,778 respectively. The Nebraska Tech Collaborative is also making significant strides, aiming to add 300 tech companies and 10,000 tech jobs by 2025[2].
Moving on to real estate, there have been no major announcements in the past few days, but we're keeping an eye on developments in Midtown, where new projects are expected to boost local property values.
From city hall, the recent city council meeting on December 17, 2024, discussed various initiatives to improve daily life in Omaha. You can catch up on the details by watching the meeting on YouTube[3].
Weather-wise, it's a chilly start to the year, but perfect for ice skating. If you're looking for something to do today, head over to the ice skating rink in Midtown. This weekend also offers a variety of activities, including the Amazing Pizza Machine and The Holloway Experience[1].
In new business activity, we're excited to see the growth of local startups like Buildertrend, which has expanded from a small startup to employing 250 people, and Hudl, which has grown to 400 employees.
Upcoming community events include the Spiel bound in Midtown, which promises to be an exciting experience. For sports enthusiasts, keep an eye out for local school achievements and sports results, which we'll be covering in our next update.
In today's crime report, we're focusing on the continued efforts to address juvenile crime. The Omaha Police Department is working diligently to ensure public safety, and we'll keep you updated on any significant incidents or arrests.
Finally, a feel-good community story: the University of Nebraska at Omaha is making waves with its cybersecurity program, ranked as the top public university program nationwide and second overall in the country. This is a testament to Omaha's commitment to tech innovation and education.
This has been Omaha Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
We're starting off the year with some positive news from the Omaha Police Department. According to recent reports, overall crime in Omaha was down 17% in 2024, with the number of homicides being the lowest in over 30 years. However, juvenile crime remains a top concern moving into 2025[5].
In the job market, Omaha is thriving, particularly in the tech sector. Major companies like Mutual of Omaha, Union Pacific, and Toast are driving growth, creating numerous opportunities for tech professionals. The demand for roles in software development, data science, cloud engineering, AI, and cybersecurity is high, with salaries averaging over $80,000. Notably, Cloud Engineers and Network Architects are commanding impressive salaries of $112,000 and $160,778 respectively. The Nebraska Tech Collaborative is also making significant strides, aiming to add 300 tech companies and 10,000 tech jobs by 2025[2].
Moving on to real estate, there have been no major announcements in the past few days, but we're keeping an eye on developments in Midtown, where new projects are expected to boost local property values.
From city hall, the recent city council meeting on December 17, 2024, discussed various initiatives to improve daily life in Omaha. You can catch up on the details by watching the meeting on YouTube[3].
Weather-wise, it's a chilly start to the year, but perfect for ice skating. If you're looking for something to do today, head over to the ice skating rink in Midtown. This weekend also offers a variety of activities, including the Amazing Pizza Machine and The Holloway Experience[1].
In new business activity, we're excited to see the growth of local startups like Buildertrend, which has expanded from a small startup to employing 250 people, and Hudl, which has grown to 400 employees.
Upcoming community events include the Spiel bound in Midtown, which promises to be an exciting experience. For sports enthusiasts, keep an eye out for local school achievements and sports results, which we'll be covering in our next update.
In today's crime report, we're focusing on the continued efforts to address juvenile crime. The Omaha Police Department is working diligently to ensure public safety, and we'll keep you updated on any significant incidents or arrests.
Finally, a feel-good community story: the University of Nebraska at Omaha is making waves with its cybersecurity program, ranked as the top public university program nationwide and second overall in the country. This is a testament to Omaha's commitment to tech innovation and education.
This has been Omaha Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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By Quiet. PleaseGood morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for January 4, 2025.
We're starting off the year with some positive news from the Omaha Police Department. According to recent reports, overall crime in Omaha was down 17% in 2024, with the number of homicides being the lowest in over 30 years. However, juvenile crime remains a top concern moving into 2025[5].
In the job market, Omaha is thriving, particularly in the tech sector. Major companies like Mutual of Omaha, Union Pacific, and Toast are driving growth, creating numerous opportunities for tech professionals. The demand for roles in software development, data science, cloud engineering, AI, and cybersecurity is high, with salaries averaging over $80,000. Notably, Cloud Engineers and Network Architects are commanding impressive salaries of $112,000 and $160,778 respectively. The Nebraska Tech Collaborative is also making significant strides, aiming to add 300 tech companies and 10,000 tech jobs by 2025[2].
Moving on to real estate, there have been no major announcements in the past few days, but we're keeping an eye on developments in Midtown, where new projects are expected to boost local property values.
From city hall, the recent city council meeting on December 17, 2024, discussed various initiatives to improve daily life in Omaha. You can catch up on the details by watching the meeting on YouTube[3].
Weather-wise, it's a chilly start to the year, but perfect for ice skating. If you're looking for something to do today, head over to the ice skating rink in Midtown. This weekend also offers a variety of activities, including the Amazing Pizza Machine and The Holloway Experience[1].
In new business activity, we're excited to see the growth of local startups like Buildertrend, which has expanded from a small startup to employing 250 people, and Hudl, which has grown to 400 employees.
Upcoming community events include the Spiel bound in Midtown, which promises to be an exciting experience. For sports enthusiasts, keep an eye out for local school achievements and sports results, which we'll be covering in our next update.
In today's crime report, we're focusing on the continued efforts to address juvenile crime. The Omaha Police Department is working diligently to ensure public safety, and we'll keep you updated on any significant incidents or arrests.
Finally, a feel-good community story: the University of Nebraska at Omaha is making waves with its cybersecurity program, ranked as the top public university program nationwide and second overall in the country. This is a testament to Omaha's commitment to tech innovation and education.
This has been Omaha Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
We're starting off the year with some positive news from the Omaha Police Department. According to recent reports, overall crime in Omaha was down 17% in 2024, with the number of homicides being the lowest in over 30 years. However, juvenile crime remains a top concern moving into 2025[5].
In the job market, Omaha is thriving, particularly in the tech sector. Major companies like Mutual of Omaha, Union Pacific, and Toast are driving growth, creating numerous opportunities for tech professionals. The demand for roles in software development, data science, cloud engineering, AI, and cybersecurity is high, with salaries averaging over $80,000. Notably, Cloud Engineers and Network Architects are commanding impressive salaries of $112,000 and $160,778 respectively. The Nebraska Tech Collaborative is also making significant strides, aiming to add 300 tech companies and 10,000 tech jobs by 2025[2].
Moving on to real estate, there have been no major announcements in the past few days, but we're keeping an eye on developments in Midtown, where new projects are expected to boost local property values.
From city hall, the recent city council meeting on December 17, 2024, discussed various initiatives to improve daily life in Omaha. You can catch up on the details by watching the meeting on YouTube[3].
Weather-wise, it's a chilly start to the year, but perfect for ice skating. If you're looking for something to do today, head over to the ice skating rink in Midtown. This weekend also offers a variety of activities, including the Amazing Pizza Machine and The Holloway Experience[1].
In new business activity, we're excited to see the growth of local startups like Buildertrend, which has expanded from a small startup to employing 250 people, and Hudl, which has grown to 400 employees.
Upcoming community events include the Spiel bound in Midtown, which promises to be an exciting experience. For sports enthusiasts, keep an eye out for local school achievements and sports results, which we'll be covering in our next update.
In today's crime report, we're focusing on the continued efforts to address juvenile crime. The Omaha Police Department is working diligently to ensure public safety, and we'll keep you updated on any significant incidents or arrests.
Finally, a feel-good community story: the University of Nebraska at Omaha is making waves with its cybersecurity program, ranked as the top public university program nationwide and second overall in the country. This is a testament to Omaha's commitment to tech innovation and education.
This has been Omaha Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.