Good morning, this is Omaha Local Pulse for Friday, July 25th, and we’re glad you’re joining us for the latest news shaping our city. We wake up today to muggy summer weather, with early clouds and possible scattered rain through lunchtime, before skies clear this afternoon. Temperatures should hover near 87, so if you’re headed to the Henry Doorly Zoo, Lauritzen Gardens, or your neighborhood pool, a quick rain jacket might be smart to start the day. Setting out now, air is humid with a fresh northwesterly breeze. By evening, it’ll be dry and calm, with low 70s expected tonight.Our breaking story is downtown, where Mayor Ewing confirms ongoing repairs to the sinkhole that opened on Douglas Street last week. The city says it’s targeting a three- to six-month window to fix the stretch impacted between 17th and 20th Street. Traffic is rerouted, and business owners are hopeful construction stays on schedule. Crews have been working around the clock, and city hall updates will come weekly. This means we’ll probably see detours until late fall, so plan accordingly.In city government, the Bellevue City Council is advancing affordable housing at 1724 Wilshire Drive. New workforce units—ranging from 700 for a one-bedroom to just under a thousand for a four-bedroom—will be available to those meeting income and employment criteria. There’s also talk of rezoning near 42nd Street and Highway 370 for commercial and multifamily use, with a public hearing set for August 5th. Bellevue is also investing in fiber optic installation at the fire training site and improving traffic flow at US Highway 75 and Capehart Road.For public safety, Omaha police report a quiet Thursday night downtown with a few vehicle break-ins near Midtown Crossing. One arrest for burglary was made on North 24th Street, and police are emphasizing the importance of locking car doors as these warmer nights continue. No serious injuries were reported city-wide.The Omaha Streetcar project remains on track, despite utility access hurdles. Engineers are working with both the Metropolitan Utilities District and Omaha Public Power District to reach underground lines, sometimes requiring road closures and manhole access. Project spending is on budget, and spare parts for the new streetcars have been ordered.On the jobs front, news comes out of Lincoln where the Nebraska governor has just signed an amendment to the state’s paid sick leave law. The new rules will impact thousands in Omaha, especially those employed in healthcare and education sectors, so employers and workers should stay tuned as the labor department rolls out guidelines in coming weeks.For real estate, the summer market remains brisk. Homes are dwelling on the market for just over a week on average, with the typical sale price hovering around 310 thousand dollars. Rental prices are inching up in midtown, reflecting continued demand from young professionals.In education, Bennington Public Schools reports the hiring of Alayna Aldridge as the new elementary music teacher at Pine Creek. The district celebrates another high ACT score average in its spring graduating class, and the Friday night baseball game saw the Westside Warriors clinch a tight win over Millard South.Looking ahead to the weekend, check out the Jazz on the Green series at Turner Park tonight or visit the Omaha Farmers Market at the Old Market tomorrow morning. A reminder, too, that tomorrow is the opening of the Midtown Art Walk with live murals and food trucks all day on Farnam.To wrap up, a quick feel-good note: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers salutes several Omaha-based civilian employees who have volunteered for overseas relief in recent months. Their dedication brings local pride and shows the best of our city spirit.Thanks for tuning in and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a beat in Omaha. 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.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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