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SquareOne hosts grand opening of new facility

SquareOne, a youth and family crisis center, will serve Lancaster County and the other 15 counties in the service area of Region 5 Systems, a regional governmental agency that develops and coordinates behavioral health services.

Why Matt Rhule says Nebraska players are done dancing during games

No more dancing for Nebraska players during football games. Coach Matt Rhule made the decision after the Huskers' late fade at Oregon.

Nebraska father sues HHS after agency quotes $1M, 50 years for public records

A Nebraska man asked HHS for emails about a state contractor. The agency said it would cost nearly $1 million and take 50 years. Now he's suing.

Lincoln man enters plea in crash that killed 86-year-old Waverly man

Justin Plugge faces up to a year in prison in connection with a crash that killed 86-year-old Fernando Ortiz last November.

Huskers beat up after Oregon: Broken bones and season-ending injury

Nebraska’s loss to Oregon exacted a heavy emotional toll. A heavy physical one too as coach Matt Rhule announced a slew of injuries Monday.

Families invited to free Halloween celebration in Lincoln's Haymarket

Thousands are expected to fill Lincoln's Historic Haymarket for an evening of trick-or-treating, music and family-friendly Halloween activities.

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Astronaut Clayton Anderson to kick off Arts for the Soul festival

The Lincoln Choral Artists and the First Presbyterian Choir, both under the direction of Dr. Brian Pfoltner, will present music on a celestial theme.

South Dakota officials identify Nebraska man in fatal semi crash

A Nebraska man who died last week in a one-vehicle crash on a highway in South Dakota has been identified by authorities.  

Suspicious envelope prompts hazmat response at Ricketts’ Omaha office

Omaha police said an envelope containing a suspicious white powder was delivered to U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts’ Omaha office Friday. It's part of a string of mailings to representatives nationwide.

Southeast Lincoln Sam's Club reopens gas station

The project added two new tanks, allowing Sam's to increase its pump total from 12 to 16.

Lincoln kids 'back in the day' were downright frightening on Halloween

Halloween is a multibillion-dollar business today. People take it pretty seriously.

Man found dead west of Elkhorn identified by Douglas County Sheriff's Office

A 35-year-old man found dead from a gunshot wound Saturday morning at a home west of the Elkhorn area has been identified by a spokesperson from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office. 

Election noise is growing. Here's where Lincoln-area voters can find answers

Election Day is coming fast. Skip the attack ads, study the candidates and make your vote count.

Nebraska high school football rankings: See who rose and fell after Week 8

Wahoo knocked off No. 1. Grand Island CC rolled past unbeaten Ord. Now two classes have new leaders in the Journal Star’s football rankings.

Runza once sued over the name. Now, it's using 'Bunza' for its latest product

Runza once sued when a restaurant named their bierocks the Bunza. Now it's reviving the name.

Lincoln's No Kings protesters target Trump policies, call for change at ballot box

Hundreds gathered at Nebraska State Capitol, joining nationwide No Kings protest against Trump's policies and urging people to voting ahead of the midterms.

Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for October 19

Read through the obituaries published today in The Lincoln Journal Star.

Lincoln road closures to watch as workweek begins

Lincoln drivers, brace for more orange cones. Five road projects will close streets and lanes next week, including a busy Cornhusker Highway intersection.

Why an NBA great is wading into the Lancaster County sheriff's race

All 12 of the candidates in the six competitive Lancaster County races on Nov. 3 submitted first general election campaign statements, which were due last week.

Families of Nebraska's missing found comfort, connection during day of remembrance

Nebraska Missing Persons Day is observed annually on Oct. 17, the date Regina Bos went missing after leaving an open mic event at a downtown Lincoln bar in 2000.

Mullin: Win and get in! Southwest-North Star leads Week 9 playoff drama

Southwest and North Star know the stakes: Win Thursday and reach the playoffs. But that's not the only game with postseason implications.

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2026 NSAA boys state tennis championships recap

Creighton Prep ends Lincoln East’s reign in Class A while Owen Brown goes 30-0. Mount Michael claims a third straight Class B title behind Killeen and Pentel.

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2026 walk to end hunger surpasses goal

The 2026 Walk to End Hunger in Lincoln surpassed its goal, raising $91,258.53 and collecting 59,130 pounds of food to support the CSS Food Market.

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2026 NSAA boys state tennis schedule update

NSAA Boys State Tennis Championships move indoors due to rain forecast, with updated Class A and B match times at Dillon and Woods Tennis Centers.

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2026 NSAA girls golf championships recap

Omaha Marian and Omaha Duchesne extend state golf title streaks in Classes A and B, while West Holt claims its first Class C crown and Minden’s Jorgensen wins gold.

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Lincoln football power rankings: Northeast eyes home playoff game as rivals clash

Northeast is the lone Class A team in Lincoln with a playoff spot sealed. Now, the Rockets are playing for the opportunity to host a game.

Guatemalan restaurant opens in Schuyler

Pollo Rostizado y Tortillería, a Guatemalan restaurant, opened last week at 1120 B St. in the Colfax County city.

Nebraska seniors can get help during Medicare open enrollment

Year-to-year changes mean Nebraska seniors should make a point of reviewing their coverage during the annual Medicare open enrollment period that began Thursday. 

Nebraska's ag employers have stayed out of ICE's crosshairs. Why?

The law seems clear: U.S. employers must not knowingly hire unauthorized workers. Doing so routinely can lead to fines or even prison time. But the key word is “knowingly.”

Local, state officials to celebrate opening of Lincoln youth and family crisis center

SquareOne will serve Lancaster County and the other 15 counties in the service area of Region 5 Systems, a regional governmental agency that develops and coordinates behavioral health services.

Meet the candidates: Houchin, Pitts seek to succeed longtime sheriff

Republican Ben Houchin and Democrat Jay Pitts are vying to replace Sheriff Terry Wagner, the longest-serving sheriff in county history, who is retiring this year.

Recent real estate transactions in the Lincoln area

A look at recent property transfers in the Lincoln area.

Doane student killed in Texas in attempted murder-suicide

Jessica Villanueva, 22, was pronounced dead after sheriff's deputies responded to a home in San Antonio on a report of two people with gunshot wounds.

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