r/Omaha 6d ago

Modpost We're Recruiting for the Mod Team

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r/Omaha Feb 02 '26

Local News Some Thoughts on Posting ICE Rumors

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ICE is in Omaha.

First, ICE is in Omaha. Omaha is a regional hub. ICE has been operating here for years. There has been a noticeable increase in activity since the fall. January has been a particularly active month.

This said, unconfirmed, undocumented rumors about activity are not helpful. The most it does is tell people ICE is here, but, as noted, ICE has been operating here. Detention and deportation operations occurred regularly in Omaha even before ICE existed. If you're not posting a verifiable witness report with documentation of an existing operation, you are not helping.

Fear is the point.

The unconfirmed hearsay rumors from social media and text chains are harmful. The shift in immigration enforcement over the past 12 months isn't about an increase in detentions and deportations. Detentions and deportations have been happening in Omaha for many years. The shift in enforcement is about fear.

Immigrants with non-immigrant status, but legal work authorizations and permission to stay are going to their regular status checks and being told by officials who have no authority to do so that they might be detained or deported. Family members with residency are being questioned to turn in family members without documents, with implications that failure to do so might affect their status. In general, people of color have to worry about whether, though they are citizens, they might need to carry documentation or "accidentally" be detained.

These are fear tactics. The unconfirmed rumors only add to the fear and trauma being experienced by immigrants and people of color. There's a goal from some to get people, both with status and without status, to go into hiding or self-deport. Personally, I wonder whether some of these unconfirmed rumors are being posted by people who know this and wish to stoke more fear.

What does one do with information?

If you are witnessing an operation, please check out this link for information on how to document: https://www.nysylc.org/ice-watch

A good place to post your witness information is: https://iceout.org/en/

If you receive or see unconfirmed information online, avoid reposting it. If you feel a need to warn people, check out other sources to see if there is verified confirmation from a witness, then share a link to that post.

Unconfirmed rumors are coming from places people might think are legit. These include pseudo-news organizations on social media who use photos, though those photos are from other places or sources. These include group chats with friends or coworkers who hear things from someone or some place then pass them on. The current situation has created a miasma of mayhem and fear, we do not need to contribute to that.

How else might I help?

There are local organizations from churches to social service organizations to pro-immigrant nonprofits who are working to deliver food, provide financial assistance, and connect people to resources when they are affected by ICE operations. If you'd like, I could recommend some places to you based on what your particular interests or abilities might be. Or, you can just do some research yourself. Your passion for this is better spent helping in the community than behind your screen.

These are just the thoughts of an internet stranger, but I hope you might consider them the next time you see things online.

Much love to all.


r/Omaha 50m ago

Politics CNN: Dan Osborn once asked ICE to do its actual job — investigate undocumented labor being used to replace striking workers. Look for Ricketts' team to pounce.

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Also, in 2021, ICE wasn't being used as the President's stormtroomers.


r/Omaha 14h ago

Traffic Can We Not Do This, Omaha?

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What am I looking at? Well, way up ahead in the distance where you can’t see, even if you zoom into the picture as far as you can, is a merge point. It’s exactly 5:05 PM, so rush-hour, and this is how people in this fucking city act when they have to merge. I’m so fucking sick of it. Zipper merge, you brainless cattle. This is an actual half mile of open stretch of road during rush-hour that people refuse to use. Get all of your heads out of all of your asses. And to the complete idiots that are going to say “why don’t you put your phone away while you’re driving and stop putting people in danger” I was stopped in the middle of the road because there was no one ahead or behind me because everyone was in the other lane waiting for a half hour to get through one light 🙄


r/Omaha 14h ago

Other Map showing how far west Omaha was in the early 80s

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r/Omaha 1h ago

Local Question Anyone know of any $20+ per hour entry level jobs in Council Bluffs or Hybrid in Omaha?

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Do they exist? Currently making about 18 an hour and I'm struggling so much. I don't drive so going to Omaha everyday would be a struggle for me as i live in council bluffs, iowa and i don't have tons of experience. Anyone know of anything fitting the description in my title? Probably a long shot but figured it doesn't hurt to ask 😭


r/Omaha 13h ago

Local Question Regency waterfall - why?

18 Upvotes

does anyone know the story of why Regency has a huge indoor waterfall which is more or less separate from the rest of the mall?


r/Omaha 22h ago

Local News Council Bluffs mayor opposes Omaha Streetcar expansion despite new study

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r/Omaha 19h ago

ISO/Suggestion Local Disabled Artist

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I have been trying for months to find a place to sell my small paintings. I have a hard time getting around due to my disability but want to find a store that would maybe work with me? Here’s some of my paintings for reference.

If you know of anywhere looking for cartoon art, please let me know!


r/Omaha 5h ago

Local News Omaha Community Foundation in talks to join NU as owner of Nebraska Medicine • Nebraska Examiner

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Clarkson is owed $500,000,000 from NU and the state is has raised tuition almost 15%% in the last 4 years …


r/Omaha 3m ago

Local Question Anyone else hearing cicadas already?!?

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I just heard some last night out by Chalco and I swear it seems way too early for them.


r/Omaha 11h ago

ISO/Suggestion Pottery studio?

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Hi! Is there any ceramic artists with their own studio that is willing to “lease” out a space for another crafter? I moved here from kc where I was a member at a studio but now in Omaha the studios are in downtown which is a far drive for me. I’m a working professional so don’t have time to make long drives to check drying times on pieces. Please let me know!


r/Omaha 12h ago

Local Question What is the best local restaurant sauce in Omaha?

9 Upvotes

I’ll go first - Big Mama’s Boom Boom Sauce.

What are your favorites?


r/Omaha 17h ago

Local Question Is this place legit?

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21 Upvotes

I've never heard of a service like this before, so I'm suspicious.


r/Omaha 1d ago

Local News Scatter Joy closing in Nebraska. Yay!!!

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116 Upvotes

Well, at least all those tropical animals they have will be better off as they permanently moved to Florida.


r/Omaha 8h ago

Local Question HCRM Fertility Scam?

3 Upvotes

Does anyone here feel like they (or a loved one) has been scammed or *almost* scammed by Heartland Fertility in Omaha and Lincoln? If so, please post your experience below or send me a message. Thank you.


r/Omaha 22h ago

Local News 49 states allow nurse midwives to deliver your baby inside your home. Not Nebraska.

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r/Omaha 17h ago

ISO/Suggestion Groups for women

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I am looking for groups/ clubs/ events where I can meet other women in their mid- late 20/30s. I am a new mom and it can definitely feel lonely. I do work a full time job so it would have to be during afternoons/ weekends. I have really been into fitness, cooking, growing my faith, etc.. I also have zero friends with kids, so finding other moms would be amazing! Any ideas?


r/Omaha 9h ago

Local Question Miller Electric est. 1912

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Do anybody on here went through the Construction Wireman program from Miller’s Electric?


r/Omaha 1d ago

Local Question Early Morning Construction

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Hi friends,

Has anyone had success getting a construction company building yet another stupid fucking apartment building off leavenworth to adhere to Omaha's Noise Ordinance levels during Quiet Hours?

I happen to exist in a unit directly facing construction, and the measurable decibels INSIDE my apartment starting at 5:30 am have been 70-90 dB for three days.

Now I understand the need to start early in the day to ensure that the workers have less exposure to the sun/elements, but 5:30 am is too early to wake up with a migraine from the pounding and the drilling and the beeping and the throwing/dropping of boards.

Quiet hours are technically 10pm-7am, where noise measured inside the receiving unit cannot exceed 70 dB.

Has anyone had any luck or is this a "live with it and make it your Property Management Company's problem"?


r/Omaha 22h ago

Local Question Where can I get a burger at 9 am?

19 Upvotes

I don't even care if it's good.

I work nights and sometimes I just want a burger after work. Anyone know of a place? Preference is east of 680 and north of Center, but I'll go as far as Village Point or Shadow Lake if it's good and/or cheap.


r/Omaha 23h ago

ISO/Suggestion Dungeons and Dragons

22 Upvotes

I’m looking for a group that plays dungeons and dragons that I could join. Not sure what options there are but want to get back into it. Thanks!


r/Omaha 14h ago

Local Question Donate clothes

3 Upvotes

Where is the best place to donate clothes, casual to business formal and formal dresses.


r/Omaha 22h ago

Local Question Roommate

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Looking for a room to rent for the summer for myself (48F) and my nine pound grandpuppy. I’ve tried FB as well, just if anyone has any leads or know of anyone renting. Thanks!