OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — New Omaha coworking space helps underrepresented entrepreneurs access funding and mentorship as job growth slows nationwide.

New federal data shows only 22,000 jobs were added last month, falling well short of the 80,000 economists expected.

The Commonwealth aims to help "underdog" business owners overcome common startup challenges.

The Commonwealth will officially open its doors Friday with a grand opening celebration.

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New federal data shows only 22,000 jobs were added last month, falling well short of the 80,000 economists expected. But a new coworking space in northwest Omaha is encouraging people to create their own opportunities through entrepreneurship.

The Commonwealth, a 50,000-square-foot coworking community near 103rd and Fort, aim

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