The planned line would run from 72nd and Pine to Saddle Creek Road and Leavenworth Street, passing through Central Omaha neighborhoods including Aksarben.
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November 14, 2026
Auditor Questions $234M Omaha Recovery Grant ProgramNebraska's state auditor is examining a $1.2 million pandemic-era grant within the broader North and South Omaha Recovery Grant Program.
November 10, 2026
OPPD Has Less Than 100 Megawatts for New CustomersOmaha Public Power District's capacity shortage is blocking large projects and leaving leaders weighing a major portfolio expansion.
November 4, 2026
Voters Pick OPPD, MUD Board MembersOmaha voters chose board members for the Omaha Public Power District and Metropolitan Utilities District as OPPD's CEO announced plans to resign.
October 29, 2026
Omaha Residents Face Rising Winter Energy CostsLocal utility providers project price increases for electricity and natural gas throughout the upcoming winter season.
October 28, 2026
Omaha City Council Considers Expanding PVC Pipe UsageThe city council held a hearing on a proposal to loosen current restrictions on using PVC piping in local construction projects.
October 20, 2026
Omaha Power District Board Approves New LeadershipThe utility board appointed a new chief growth officer and reviewed an environmental report amid rising electricity demand.
October 12, 2026
Omaha Utility Board Approved Major Capital ProjectsThe Metropolitan Utilities District board authorized reservoir demolition and property sales to the City of Omaha.
October 9, 2026
Home Heating Costs Will Rise This WinterForecasts show a 9% increase in expenses as local utilities prepare resources for Omaha residents.
October 8, 2026
Omaha Residents Experienced Sewer BackupsHeavy rain caused overflow issues in a neighborhood currently reliant on a combined sewer system.
September 26, 2026
Omaha Public Power District Hit Record Electricity LoadThe local utility set a new peak energy demand record of 3,285 megawatts during a July 2026 heatwave.
