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Gov. Jim Pillen (center) speaks to reporters surrounded by representatives of the UNL College Rodeo team and former Husker volleyball Coach John Cook (far left) in front of the Governor’s Residence on Monday in Lincoln.

OLIVIA ANDERSON, Journal Star

Nebraska head football coach Matt Rhule cheers as Will Compton (not pictured) bench presses during the Husker Games on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Lincoln Southwest's Tanner Drought (left) and Norfolk's Isidro Rosas battle for the ball on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Seacrest Field.

JUSTIN WAN,Journal Star

Opponents of LB89, also known as the Stand With Women Act, react as Sen. Merv Riepe of Ralston (not pictured) announces that he will vote for the Stand With Women Act, during a floor debate at the Capitol Tuesday.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Former Nebraska head coach John Cook (left) and and player Heinrich Haarberg warm up before the roping contest during the Husker Games on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

JUSTIN WAN,Journal Star

Lincoln Stars fans celebrate with players after Alex Pelletier (first left) scored a goal during Game 2 of the USHL Western Conference Finals series on Saturday at the Ice Box.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Nebraska Defensive linemen David Borchers digs into wings during a wing eating contest to cap the Husker Games event on Saturday, April. 26, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Young fans Camden Eriksen (from left), 4, Andre Jackson, 6, and Denzel Jackson, 8, all of Dakota Dunes, S.D., cheer during the Husker Games on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

JUSTIN WAN,Journal Star

While sitting in chairs for sale, Cora, 8 and Delilah Hardy, 11 watch videos on their phone while their grandmother Cindy LaPole holds their brother, Theo, 2, as he sleeps during the Husker equipment sale at the Hawks Championship Center on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in Lincoln. The equipment sale is a bit of a "garage sale," where fans can buy clearance and discounted team merchandise from Nebraska Athletics. Items for sale include jerseys, helmets, apparel, memorabilia, collectibles, promotional items and more.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Gail Perry (left) sorts her plants with help from volunteer Kimberly Klein before checking out Thursday at the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum's annual Spring Affair plant sale at the Sandhills Global Event Center. The plant sale, which features more than 800 varieties of perennials, annuals, grasses, herb, shrubs and trees, ends Saturday. Hours are 9 a.m. to noon.

OLIVIA ANDERSON, Journal Star

Lincoln East's Carter McPeak (center) celebrates his grand slam against Omaha Skutt on Tuesday at Sherman Field.

JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star

(From left) Eleanor Isaacson, Aspen Isaacson, Levi Isaacson and Norah Isaacson empty their plastic easter eggs of candy on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Woods Park in Lincoln.

OLIVIA ANDERSON,Journal Star

An opponent of LB89, also known as the Stand With Women Act, holds a LGBTQ+ pride flag up to a window as Sen. Jane Raybould of Lincoln prints something off during a floor debate at the Capitol on Tuesday.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Papillion-La Vista's Ryan Thompson breaks his bat as he hits the ball against Lincoln East on Monday at Sherman Field.

JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star

Jadyn Olesen (center) embraces Olive Brethouwer (left) and Violet Brethouwer (right) after her performance on Monday at the Railyard in Lincoln. Violet considers Olesen her hero, and even cut her hair to resemble the singer’s.

OLIVIA ANDERSON, Journal Star

Lincoln Southwest's Peyton Tiernan (14) and Lincoln Southwest's Yai Tong (18) vie for possesion of the ball against Lincoln Southeast's Jack Talley (6) during the first half at Seacrest Field on Saturday, April 19, 2025, in Lincoln.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Protesters gather on the north steps of the Capitol during an anti-Trump demonstration on Saturday.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Charlotte Eberle, 8, leaps over rows of tulips while picking flowers with her family at SR Pumpkin and Flower Farm near Ceresco on Friday.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Construction worker Gustavo Leverman works on a home in the 800 block of West Avondale Street on Tuesday. Rising costs for building materials like lumber due to tariffs have raised the average cost of building a home.

JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star

Luke Shaner peeks through a fake dinosaur egg with his toy T-Rex at the Jurassic Quest event Friday at the Sandhills Global Event Center.

OLIVIA ANDERSON, Journal Star

Lincoln East's Carter Harmes (3) high fives his teammates after scoring a run as he heads back inside the dugout in the second inning of the HAC baseball championship at Den Hartog Field on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Lincoln Star goalkeeper Yan Shostak (33) blocks a shot by Sioux City's Nikita Klepov (92) as he is backed up by teammate Gio Digiulian (17) during the second period in Game 1 of a USHL Western Conference semifinals series Friday, April 18, 2025, at the Ice Box.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Damien Rodriguez (front to back), Jason Bell and Cesar Gonzalez, who competed as the team “Three Blind Mice,” pull a plane on Saturday during the Woman in Aviation Cornhusker Chapter's 2nd Annual Plane Pull at the Lincoln Airport.

OLIVIA ANDERSON, Journal Star

Loren Eiseley Society vice president Thomas Lynch (from left), society president Bing Chen, and Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird unveil a new historical marker honoring writer Loren Eiseley on Friday at Irvingdale Park.

JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star

Mary Abebe (left) returns to her seat after being named the 2025 Scottish Rite Educator of the Year as Brenda Barnett and Stacie Coatman congratulate her on Friday at Adams Elementary School. Abebe, who teachers computer science, started at Lincoln Public Schools in 1995 and moved to Adams in 2019.

OLIVIA ANDERSON, Journal Star

Lincoln Northeast's Lazerek Houston poses for a photo during the 2025 Super State photoshoot at the Lincoln Journal Star on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in Lincoln.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Omaha Skutt's Molly Ladwig poses for a photo during the 2025 Super State photoshoot at the Lincoln Journal Star on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in Lincoln.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Nebraska head coach Rhonda Revelle (from left) embraces player Natalia Hill at the top of the 6th inning next to Jordyn Bahl during the Creighton game on Wednesday at Bowlin Stadium.

JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star

Zemi Wolfe records as she dumps water on her mother, Rudi Wolfe, on Saturday at Zeman Elementary School. The school hosted a color run, picnic, splash towers and other family-friendly events with proceeds going to support the school's summer activities.

OLIVIA ANDERSON, Journal Star

Protesters with the American Federation of Government Employees union (AFGE) hold a rally outside of the Lincoln VA Clinc at on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in Lincoln. The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) local representing Department of Veterans Affairs employees at the Lincoln VA Clinic rallied Tuesday to stop the attacks on the federal workforce.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Cows graze in the fields below as Sandhill Cranes take flight at sunrise along the Platte River on Sunday, April 6, 2025, in Kearney. The Cranes eat corn from the grain fields and then sleep on the sandbars. The largest congregation of sandhill cranes occurs from February to early April along the Platte River in Nebraska.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Gretna East senior Sonora DeFini scores against Lincoln Southwest with a header during a high school soccer game on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Beechner Athletic Complex.

JUSTIN WAN,Journal Star

Sen. Ashlei Spivey during debate on a bill that would return Nebraska to a winner-take-all presidential election system at the Capitol on Tuesday.

OLIVIA ANDERSON, Journal Star

Halsey, a Great Horned Owl, looks through a kaleidoscope of mirrors on display on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Indian Center Inc in Lincoln.

OLIVIA ANDERSON

Lincoln Southwest's Sole Jones (center) competes against other athletes in heat one of the girls 400m during a track and field invitational at Union Bank Stadium on Thursday, April 3, 2025, in Lincoln.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

A bee covered in pollen buzzes from flower to flower on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the Sunken Gardens in Lincoln.

OLIVIA ANDERSON

Jarrek Renshaw, a lead mechanic, works on an engine in a testing area at Duncan Aviation on Wednesday. Duncan is expanding its engine overhaul facility, which will allow it to test engines for Canadian aerospace manufacturer Pratt & Whitney.

JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star

University of Kansas students Remi Ward (left) and Jess Judd test out their concrete canoe Friday at Holmes Lake. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Engineering hosted a competition in which college students from across the region used their own concrete mixes to design and build canoes -- some more than 20 feet long and weighing more than 300 pounds. The canoes were tested for buoyancy and raced at Holmes Lakes. The event was part of the American Society of Civil Engineers' Mid-America Student Symposium hosted by UNL from Thursday through Saturday.

OLIVIA ANDERSON, Journal Star

Rutgers’ Yomar Carreras (left) slides into home as Nebraska’s Will Jesske tags him out on Sunday at Haymarket Park.

OLIVIA ANDERSON, Journal Star

An early voter drops off her ballot at a drop box at the Lancaster County Election Commission Office, 601 N. 46th St., on Friday in Lincoln. The primary election is Tuesday.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Nebraska defensive backs coach Addison Williams talks to players during a team practice last month at Hawks Championship Center.

JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star file photo

Sandhill Cranes excitedly dance with one another as they begin to stir along the sandbars on the Platte River the morning of Sunday, April 6, 2025, in Kearney.' Hundreds of thousands of Sandhill Cranes have been converging on the Platte Basin for their annual migration to their northern breeding grounds. Every spring, as sandhill cranes are migrating to their breeding grounds, cranes without partners will start pairing up. During this time, the cranes perform dancing displays. Although the dancing is most common in the breeding season, the cranes can dance all year long. Sometimes the dance involves wing-flapping, bowing, and jumping.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Jacob Huebert, president of the Liberty Justice Center, argues at the Nebraska Supreme Court in a case over the city's ban on guns in public places on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at the Capitol.

JUSTIN WAN,Journal Star

Gov. Jim Pillen (right) greets World War II veterans Clare Sward (from left) and Jay Cawley on Tuesday in Lincoln.

JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star

Lincoln Pius X's Tatum Heimes (from left) and Ana Patera look on as Gretna East's Lily Frederick (far right) celebrates a goal with teammate Madi Shelburne during a high school soccer game on Monday, March 31, 2025, in Lincoln.

JUSTIN WAN,Journal Star

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Prosecutors have charged a Lincoln woman with first-degree assault for allegedly kicking a man in the head in the street near South 12th and E streets last week.

Amie Just: Lexi Rodriguez's jersey retirement at Nebraska a matter of when, not if

Where Lexi Rodriguez's career goes from here is impossible to predict. But, one thing for sure: when the timing is right, her jersey will be retired at the Devaney Center.

Moore: Here's a hidden hustle stat that points to Nebraska basketball success

A season of charting every time a Husker laid out for a loose ball bears out the importance of making hustle plays.

Bellevue school district says threats to federal funding led to transgender policy changes

Bellevue's superintendent cited threats to federal funding as a factor in changes to the district’s guidelines on which bathrooms transgender students should use and their participation in sports. 

26-year-old Lincoln man gets prison time for stabbing his ex-girlfriend in the neck

"He remembers everything he did to that poor woman," Deputy Lancaster County Attorney Tyson Moodie said, disputing Jarrell Walker's contention that he didn't remember stabbing her. 

Trump administration cuts put Nebraska counterterrorism research center funding in jeopardy

The National Counterterrorism Innovation, Technology and Education Center, learned its 10-year cooperative agreement originally worth $36.5 million had been terminated by DHS. The termination was later paused.

Daily Minute: Transgender debate; candidates face chamber; Fisher chooses Nebraska

Transgender debate; candidates face chamber; Fisher chooses Nebraska

Lincoln nonprofit hosting mental health awareness event at Nebraska Innovation Campus

Making Lemon-Aid, a nonprofit dedicated to offering hope and healing through storytelling, music and mental health awareness, is hosting the community event on May 4 at 3 p.m. 

New location for Lincoln's Gathering Place called a 'win, win, win' for neighborhood, nonprofit

The Gathering Place wants to spend $2.5 million to renovate a bigger apartment building at 919 S. 12th St., to better serve a growing need in the neighborhood. 

Vehicle hits 14 parked cars in front of Kearney Catholic; driver of SUV has serious injuries

A man was seriously injured in a Tuesday morning single-car crash on East 35th Street between A and B Avenues. That car struck and damaged 14 parked vehicles.

Drop off your hazardous waste in at drive-thru events Lincoln, Waverly in May

Lincoln and Lancaster County residents can take any unwanted chemicals to the free drive-thru events on May 2 and 3. 

Urban gardening changes, plan for Lincoln's University Place get planners' approval

The Lincoln-Lancaster Planning Commission recommended approval of changes that will allow gardeners to sell produce from their homes or residential gardens and to a plan to revitalize Uni Place. 

Lincoln police investigating early morning robbery at Kwik Shop at 40th and A

Lincoln Police say they are investigating an early morning robbery at the Kwik Shop at 40th and A streets. 

University of Nebraska-Lincoln unveils plans for $1 million prize from Big Ten blood drive

University of Nebraska officials announced what it plans to do with the $1 million prize from winning the Big Ten Abbott "We Give Blood" competition.

Farm and Food: The completely preventable consequences of 'woodenheadedness'

Longtime readers of this weekly effort may recall my affection for the word "woodenheadedness." It comes from The March of Folly, Barbara Tuchman's 1984 book about "the pervasive presence… of failure, mismanagement, and delusion in government."

On The Beat: Craig Finn tells stories, then Bob Mould rocks the Waiting Room

The Hold Steady front-man Craig Finn delivered an acoustic set of his story songs at Omaha's Waiting Room Monday, then made way for a punk rock assault by Bob Mould.

Defamation case against Nebraska GOP over flyers in 2020 legislative race set to go to jury

On Friday, jurors will be asked whether two Nebraska GOP flyers amounted to defamation and whether they'd acted knowing it wasn't true or with a reckless disregard for the truth.

New downtown Lincoln bar trying a bit of everything to fill gaps on O Street

A combined bar and liquor store that recently opened near 12th and O streets is offering a bit of everything.

 

 

 

 

 

Daily Minute: Pershing Mural lives on; faculty fight back; spring football returns

Pershing Mural lives on; faculty fight back; spring football returns

Nebraska's High Plains Regional Climate Center shuttered amid Trump cuts

Instead of featuring regional drought models or precipitation trends, the website for the center tells users that its funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Agency had lapsed.

Goodhue tree walk planned to educate, encourage Lincoln residents to get involved

The Near South Neighborhood Association will hold an "interactive tree walk" with certified arborists Saturday along Goodhue Boulevard, where the city paused a controversial plan to remove and replace trees.

Lincoln Stars amped for Clark Cup Playoff opener at Ice Box: 'We will take anyone on'

The stage is set for the Lincoln Stars, who are enjoying one of their best seasons in recent memory. Lincoln starts its playoff series Friday.

‘Come for the swords, stay for the people’: How a Lincoln nonprofit grew from hobbyist group to 'a community'

A Lincoln nonprofit focused on sword fighting (yes, sword fighting) started out as a hobbyist group. It’s since become a weapon-wielding community thanks to a rush of new members.

'Just thankful': Bike accident near Schuyler gave Lincoln priest new perspective

The Rev. Mike Morin, the pastor of Lincoln's Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, spent five days in the hospital after a car struck him while he was biking near Schuyler.

63-year-old man dies in northeast Lincoln in early morning crash

Police say a Chevy Tahoe traveling northbound on 56th Street crashed into a southbound Nissan Xterra that was turning left onto Fletcher Avenue. 

Lincoln woman arrested in connection to early morning Kwik Shop robbery

Police arrested Nakea Dorsey, 40, of Lincoln in connection with a robbery at the Kwik Shop at 40th and A streets on Thursday.

70-year-old Coleridge man killed in northeast Nebraska crash

A 70-year-old Coleridge man was killed in a crash near Laurel on Thursday night, the Cedar County Sheriff's Office said.

'Something I knew I wanted to pursue': UNL student earns prestigious Truman Scholarship

Luke McDermott, a UNL junior majoring in political science, economics and history, was named a 2025 Truman Scholar. He's the first UNL student since 2019 to earn the prestigious honor. 

Neil deGrasse Tyson will have plenty to say during Lincoln Earth Day lecture

Neil deGrasse Tyson, today's most famous scientist, talked to reporters ahead of his visit to Lincoln about his planned lecture, the impact of global warming and the need for science literacy.

UNL says handful of international students have had visas, legal status revoked

Three international students enrolled at UNL have received notices from the State Department informing them their legal right to be in the U.S. has been terminated, university officials said Friday.

Zipline reopens west Lincoln taproom after brewery renovations

Last week, Zipline had a soft reopening for the taproom at its west Lincoln brewery, which replaced a previous bar space that was taken out two years ago following renovations.

 

 

 

City Hall: Lancaster County to offer free online training for community health workers

The local health department is creating online training for community health workers who work with refugees and immigrants, new moms and offer mental health peer support. 

Jury awards $500,000 to legislative candidate defamed by Nebraska GOP mailers

The jury awarded candidate Janet Palmtag of Nebraska City $500,000 in damages for the impact on her business and personal life from the mailers.

Man stabbed in west Lincoln early Saturday morning

Police were called to the area of South First and M streets around 2:28 a.m. on a report of a stabbing,

Groundwater levels in eastern Nebraska continue to decline, UNL report shows

Nearly 5,000 wells were measured in spring 2023 and spring 2024 to monitor changes, with 61% of the wells recording a decline.

Omaha ordinance would give police new tools to crack down on street takeovers, racing

If approved, the proposed ordinance also could be used to address racing on major thoroughfares that spark speeding and noise concerns. 

Daily Minute: New school board member; court rules on prison reform; UNL's Truman scholar

New school board member; court rules on prison reform; UNL's Truman scholar

Itzhak Perlman tells his story in words, film and music in engaging, entertaining Lied 'recital'

Itzhak Perlman was introduced by Ed Sullivan as he rode his scooter onto the Lied Center for Performing Arts stage Saturday for an entertaining Lied 'recital.'

17-year-old driver dies after crashing into tree in central Omaha

A 17-year-old boy died early Saturday after the vehicle he was driving collided with a tree in central Omaha.

Man arrested after 3-year-old Omaha girl dies in accidental shooting

A 44-year-old man was arrested Saturday in connection with the accidental shooting death of a 3-year-old girl in southwest Omaha. 

Police: 56-year-old Lincoln man seriously injured in golf cart crash

A 56-year-old Lincoln man suffered life-threatening injuries after he crashed a golf cart in southwest Lincoln on Saturday night, police say.

$1 million Powerball winning ticket sold in Lincoln

The ticket was sold at a CVS Pharmacy and matched the first five numbers, but not the Powerball number.

Lincoln police say they're investigating gunshots early Sunday near 25th and R

Lincoln police say the preliminary investigation suggests someone in a vehicle may have been firing at someone on the sidewalk who returned fire.

38-year-old jailed on suspicion of stabbing early Saturday in west Lincoln

The victim of the stabbing was taken to the hospital with serious, but non-life threating, injuries.

Nebraska unemployment rate drops slightly after reaching 3% for first time in years

Nebraska’s unemployment rate retreated slightly after hitting 3.0% for the first time in years, while Lincoln’s rate rose again. 

 

 

 

 

Lincoln man gets probation for fatal U.S. 77 crash with motorcyclist

A 68-year-old Lincoln man has been sentenced to two years of probation for a crash last summer that killed a 48-year-old motorcyclist.

Nebraska high school baseball rankings, April 22

Check out the Journal Star's latest high school baseball rankings, which ushers in one new team into the top 3.

Daily Minute: Reaction to Francis’ death; a chance at Picasso; feel-good football

Reaction to Francis’ death; a chance at Picasso; feel-good football

In the mail: Early vote ballots for Lincoln's general election are on the way

The Lancaster County Election Commissioner’s office has begun mailing early vote ballots for the May 6 city general election and voters should receive them by the end of this week.

LPD identifies 63-year-old man who died in northeast Lincoln crash Friday

Lincoln police have identified the man killed in a crash early Friday as 63-year-old William Deckard of Lincoln.

Lincoln's South Haymarket Historic District one step closer to becoming reality

The city's effort to make the South Haymarket a landmark historic district came before the City Council Monday; the council's vote April 28 is the last step in the process.

Stephen Curry wears former Nebraska star's signature shoe, drops 31 points in playoff win

A former Nebraska player's debut signature shoe, the "Sakura" Curry 12s, were worn by the man himself Sunday night in Golden State's playoff win.

25-year-old man accused of firing shots outside downtown Lincoln strip club

Emilio Rios made his first appearance Monday on a terroristic threats charge, a felony, for what happened early April 5 outside The Foxy Gentlemen's Club.

Lincoln woman sentenced to prison in connection to 2022 overdose death

A 36-year-old Lincoln woman has been sentenced for delivering drugs that led to a woman's overdose death in 2022.

KC and The Sunshine Band and Village People to play Lincoln's Pinewood Bowl

KC and The Sunshine Band will play Pinewood Bowl on Aug. 8, bringing ’70s disco to the Pioneers Park amphitheater along with guests Village People.

Nebraska superintendent pay 'well above' national average, auditor says

Nebraska's highest-paid superintendents make six or more times the salary of first-year teachers in their districts, Nebraska's auditor said in a letter to lawmakers Monday.

Gun that accidentally killed 3-year-old Omaha girl was allegedly kept under couch cushion

A 44-year-old Omaha man arrested in connection with the accidental death of his 3-year-old daughter told police he had left a gun under a couch cushion that morning, according to court documents. 

Nebraska baseball turns to new in-state starting pitcher for key midweek date with Kansas

Here's a preview for Nebraska baseball's home game with surging Kansas as the Huskers try a new starting pitcher to extend potentially valuable midweek momentum.

Plane hit power line before fatal crash in Platte River near Fremont, investigators say

Preliminary information gathered by the NTSB and FAA determined that the airplane that crashed into the Platte River near Fremont on Friday struck a power line. 

Dual-enrollment programs in Nebraska grow as students seek cheaper path to a degree

An early college program at Millard South that gives students the opportunity to graduate with an associate's degree is one example of the growth in dual enrollment participation in Nebraska high schools.

Arkansas man pleads guilty in crash that killed Tour de Nebraska rider near Valentine

Adam Cooper, 36, of Arkansas, pleaded guilty to felony motor vehicle homicide, reckless driving and attempted failure to render aid with regard to the death of Larry Covalciuc. 

21-year-old Lincoln man sentenced for passing along guns, including one used in homicide

A 21-year-old Lincoln man has been sentenced to nearly five years in federal prison for passing along a gun to the minor that was ultimately used in a homicide.

16-year-old girl dies following two-vehicle crash in southwest Omaha

A 16-year-old driver died following a two-vehicle crash Monday near 176th and Q Streets in southwest Omaha. 

Washington County identifies fatal victim in rollover crash near Arlington

A 56-year-old man has been identified as the person who died following a one-vehicle rollover crash April 13 northeast of Arlington.

Lincoln Animal Control warns of scam targeting owners of missing pets

In a Monday social media post, officials warned of a scam involving someone impersonating an Animal Control officer and reaching out to people who've reported their pets missing.

Daily Minute: Shooting trial set; superintendent pay soars; spring football focus

Shooting trial set; superintendent pay soars; spring football focus

Nebraska native, former faculty member is priority chancellor candidate at UNK

The University of Nebraska System has named Neal H. Schnoor as the priority candidate for UNK chancellor. He's a former UNK band director and senior adviser to the chancellor.

Criminal case revived against Nebraska man accused of OK'ing forged marijuana signatures

A Nebraska judge reinstated charges Tuesday against a man accused of notarizing dozens of forged signatures on a pair of petitions seeking to legalize medical marijuana last year.

Nebraska Sen. Pete Ricketts expects trade war to be 'settled down' by next year

Nebraska Sen. Pete Ricketts said Tuesday he expects the global trade war spurred by President Donald Trump's tariffs to be "settled down" ahead of next year's midterm elections.

Museum of American Speed in Lincoln set to open new Unser, Herzog galleries

The Museum of American Speed is opening the new Unser and Herzog galleries to the public for viewing for the first time on Saturday.

The Wildwoods to celebrate love of Nebraska on new album before going back on the road

Lincoln folk/Americana trio The Wildwoods will celebrate "Meadowlark," their new album about Nebraska, Saturday before going back on the road next week.

Lincoln woman shot while watching TV on couch; Alvo man charged in drive-by shooting

A Lincoln police officer said the woman's boyfriend said someone shot at his house while they were sitting on the couch watching TV and she was hit.

Nebraska Department of Education plans to sign federal order against DEI

The Nebraska Department of Education intends to sign a letter sent by the federal government certifying the state and its school districts do not use diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

Woman accused of not delivering gravestones still not found competent for trial

Hall County District Court Judge Andrew Butler concluded Monday that former monument company owner Kelli Lepler is still not competent to stand trial.

Omaha man sentenced to 3 years in prison for causing fatal crash near UNO

An Omaha man was sentenced in Douglas County District Court to three years in prison after being found guilty of motor vehicle homicide in connection with a crash near UNO. 

School bus with 7 children on board involved in north Lincoln crash, officials say

A school bus with seven children on board and an SUV were involved in crash Wednesday that caused a gas leak at a north Lincoln home, officials say.

Effort to lower Nebraska's teacher retirement age unlikely to move forward in 2025

A controversial amendment to a teacher retirement bill appears unlikely to move forward this session after education officials expressed mixed feelings about it at a public hearing Wednesday. 

Daily Minute: State signing DEI letter; trial for officer’s death; NFL motivation

State signing DEI letter; trial for officer’s death; NFL motivation

Vital Signs report takes Lincoln's pulse on shifting demographics, child care, housing

While most newcomers to Lincoln are younger, the population is aging faster than young people can come move here, according to a new report that looked at the city's vital signs.

Lincoln man sentenced to prison for throwing drugs in tennis balls into prison yard

"Impulsive behavior is something that happens quickly. It's not well thought out. And this is not that," the judge said, calling Cash Ryba's case extremely serious. 

World War II vets from Nebraska can still sign up for recognition program

World War II veterans from Nebraska can submit an application to be honored with a medal at a Victory in Europe Day ceremony in the State Capitol Rotunda May 8. 

'Nothing's too much' for new Nebraska basketball assistant who has risen through the ranks

Nebraska basketball's new assistant, Pat Monaghan, impressed his former bosses with 'relentless' work ethic and willingness to be a 'sponge.' 

Attorney for ex-Lancaster County deputy argues firing should be reversed

Ryan Schmuecker's attorney, Sean Brennan, alleged that Sheriff Terry Wagner violated due process by finding Schmuecker guilty of misconduct before even offering him an opportunity to be heard. 

Lincoln Young Professionals Group offers connection, volunteer opportunities

The Lincoln Young Professionals Group offers young professionals a way to connect and volunteer. The group planted trees at Mahoney Park ahead of Arbor Day. 

 

 

 

Nebraska native Schnoor named priority candidate as UNK chancellor

"My roots are in Nebraska," said Neal Schnoor, the priority candidate to become the next chancellor of the University of Nebraska at Kearney. "Nebraska, Kearney, and UNK are home."

Area businesses sign up as Nebraska Beef Passport stops

Heartland Provisions in Diller, the Pickrell Locker & Smokehouse and Karpisek's Market in Wilber are part of the program sponsored by the Nebraska Beef Council.

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen declares burn ban as wildfire near Ainsworth rages

The so-called Plum Creek Fire in Brown County has already scorched more than 6,600 acres and is 0% contained.

56-year-old sentenced for meeting undercover trooper in Hickman to sell 1 pound of meth

A federal judge sentenced Martin Omar Rodriguez Vega, 56, of Sinaloa, Mexico, to four years and nine months for distributing more than 50 grams of pure methamphetamine.

'Changing lives for 150 years': Nebraska school for the blind helps students thrive

Over the past 15 decades, countless students just have called the school in Nebraska City — known for its high-quality staff, array of services and specialized care — home.

Western Nebraska man killed in Morrill County crash

A 27-year-old Mitchell man died Tuesday afternoon in a crash about two miles west of Bridgeport.

Business notes: Family bringing cannabis-themed sandwich 'joint' to Nebraska

A sandwich franchise is coming to Nebraska this year, a burger bar closed in the Telegraph District and a private school is hosting young entrepreneurs for a business fair.

 

 

 

 

 

The Nebraska Potato Development Committee? Senators want to get rid of it.

There are currently 240 commissions, boards and committees created through legislative action. Nebraska took action to eliminate nearly 40 of them. See some that made the list.

Nebraska agrees to $395K settlement over 20-year-old's killing at prison

The state has agreed to pay $395,000 to the family of a 20-year-old man killed at the Nebraska State Penitentiary at the hands of a mentally ill and dangerous man.

Daily Minute: The Music Box; professionals plant trees; Husker difference-maker

The Music Box; professionals plant trees; Husker difference-maker

Naughty Buddha Burger Bar closes in Lincoln's Telegraph District

The Naughty Buddha Burger Bar in the Telegraph District appears to have gone dark.

 

 

 

 

 

Family bringing cannabis-themed sandwich 'joint' to Nebraska

Lincoln franchisees are hoping to open a Cheba Hut Toasted Subs restaurant in the city with more on the horizon. 

 

At The Ross: John Lennon and Yoko Ono doc stuns alongside observational Irish film

Going in to see “One to One: John & Yoko,” my big question was do we really need another Beatle documentary?

Deadline to register to vote, request mail-in ballot for Lincoln general election is Friday

The deadline to register to vote or request a mail-in ballot for Lincoln's general election is Friday at 6 p.m.

Farm and Food: If you want change, you're in the right place

If you are one of the millions of Americans who pollsters say "voted for change" last November, boy, are you getting it now.

On The Beat: Shinedown putting together new show in Council Bluffs

Hard touring hard rock band Shinedown put together the show for its summer tour in Council Bluffs last week and will bring it back to Omaha Saturday.

Where are ticks in Nebraska? Health department's surveillance map tracks species, diseases

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services has launched a new tick surveillance website that maps county-level reports of where different species of ticks have been found.

74-year-old Nebraska woman is rewilding the family farm and doing much of the work herself

Judith Puncochar, at the age of 74, is rewilding 135 acres of farmland along the Middle Loup River in Howard County in central Nebraska.

Gordon teen sentenced to 35-60 years imprisonment in newborn's killing

Chloe Coplen Anderson, 17, pleaded no contest to a charge of second-degree murder, a Class IB felony, in the Nov. 6, 2023, death of her newborn child. 

Man runs off with Ray-Ban sunglasses from Lincoln optometrist

An LPD spokesperson said a man took off with about five pairs of Ray-Bans, worth $1,500, pushing the clerk into the door, leaving him with scratches. 

Wahoo teen in custody after high-speed chase that started near Yutan

The pursuit continued south into Lancaster County onto North 56th Street to Cornhusker Highway, where the driver turned east, going over 130 mph at times.

Nebraska's High Plains Regional Climate Center back online after brief shutdown

A little more than 36 hours after its funding lapsed last week, the High Plains Regional Climate Center at UNL went live once more.

How a tornado changed Nebraska volleyball's Olivia Mauch — and her home that's still healing

As Olivia Mauch battles for the prestigious starting libero job at Nebraska, her childhood Bennington home, battered by a tornado one year ago, remains empty and under construction. 

Just like last year, Nebraska volleyball has options at its hitting positions. Here's a closer view

Nebraska has two returning outside hitters: Harper Murray and Taylor Landfair. But who else is in the mix for playing time?

National Weather Service to resume balloon launches in Omaha; staffing set to increase, too

Twice-daily weather balloon launches will be back on the schedule at the National Weather Service in Valley, and the office will get additional temporary staff next week, Rep. Mike Flood said Friday.

Lincoln police investigating 89-year-old woman's death

Lincoln police said staff were told the woman had fallen on her "bottom," but hospital staff didn't believe her injuries were consistent with a fall.

A tree for Eric: Friends, family honor former Nebraska Wesleyan track athlete

A year after Eric Smoyer, 36, died from cancer, those who knew and loved him planted a tree at Nebraska Wesleyan University to honor the former student athlete.

Some UNL students have visas restored as ICE changes course

At UNL, two of the three international students who had their visas and legal status revoked by the Trump administration earlier this month have been reinstated.

Three Journal Star reporters earn top Nebraska Press Association awards

The Journal Star's Chris Dunker and Andrew Wegley took first place in the A-Mark Prize for investigative journalism, while reporter Jenna Ebbers was named the Outstanding Young Nebraska Journalist.

City Hall: Council race between Shobe, Shoecraft takes a negative turn

City Hall: The Nebraska Democratic Party paid for a flier targeting City Council candidate Jerry Shoecraft's past financial problems, so a Shoecraft supporter pointed out Bennie Shobe's. 

Voters will decide whether to ban source of income discrimination in Lincoln housing

A fair housing ballot initiative will be on the May 6 general election ballot that would, if approved, ban source of income housing discrimination in Lincoln.

Three Beatrice doctors retire after more than 40 years in practice together

"I never would have thought that when we first met each other in college, that someday we would be practicing together as partners for as long as we have," Dr. Eric Thomsen said.

Vanishing $100 Million: Nebraska health officials decry federal cuts

Public health officials around Nebraska are feeling disappointment and defeat after the sudden cancellation of nearly $100 million worth of federal grants.

International startups find fertile ground for growth in Nebraska; bolster local economic development

Attracting more international startups can help Nebraska grow its economy. State leaders emphasize that these startups not only drive innovation, but also bring significant local benefits.

Lincoln man arrested after allegedly threatening people with gun in I-80 road rage

A 23-year-old went to jail early Sunday for allegedly getting out of his car and threatening two people with a gun at an Interstate 80 off-ramp.

LPD investigating gunshots outside northwest Lincoln apartment complex

Lincoln police say they're investigating reports of gunshots early Saturday at an apartment complex near North Seventh Street and Fletcher Avenue.

Second inert grenade found in south Lincoln, but apparently unrelated, officials say

Two nonworking, but real grenades were found in south Lincoln just hours apart on Monday, officials say.

Nebraska high school baseball rankings, April 29

The high school baseball season has reached the final full week of the regular season with teams jockeying for position. Here are the latest rankings.

Canadian semi driver pleads no contest in crash that killed Nebraska man

A Canadian semi-truck driver has pleaded no contest to misdemeanor motor vehicle homicide in connection to a crash more than two years ago that killed a 65-year-old Nebraska man.

Lincoln judge OKs class-action settlement in suit over insurer covering sales tax on totaled cars

In February, the settlement administrator mailed 7,995 notices and 4,474 email notices to class members eligible for a portion of the $4.2 million settlement collectively. 

Federal jury finds Lincoln men guilty of conspiracy to sell meth, fentanyl in the area

Olen "Dan" Warner, 51, and Ernesto Leyva, 36, are set for sentencing in July.

56-year-old Lincoln man seriously injured in golf cart crash dies

Thomas "Tom" Gourlay succumbed to his injuries on Saturday, according to his obituary. 

Daily Minute: Rodeo Week celebration; marijuana forums planned; Riley Green to play arena

Rodeo Week celebration; marijuana forums planned; Riley Green plays PBA

Nebraska graduate student accused of harassing Muslim students

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln said it was aware of a video depicting a grad student insulting Muslim students following an on-campus event.

City looks to reinvigorate downtown Lincoln food truck zone with new series

On Wednesday, the city and local businesses will kick off a new biweekly food truck series at Seventh and K streets under the Rosa Parks Way overpass. 

 

6 attorneys, including two state prosecutors, vying for opening on district court bench

Six attorneys, including two currently working as county attorneys, have submitted applications to be the next district court judge based in Columbus.

Lincoln air quality readings wrong over weekend due to malfunctioning monitor

A malfunctioning monitor led to inaccurate readings of the air quality on the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department monitor over the weekend.

Lincoln police officer hears gunshots, finds casings in Capitol Beach area

Lincoln police are investigating after an officer on patrol early Tuesday in the area of Sun Valley Boulevard and West O Street heard gunshots coming from the west.

York woman accused of stabbing her father in the back

Nicole Gurley told police she had an argument with her father that became physical, but her story changed several times.

Lincoln man accused of sexually assaulting his female client during massage

A 41-year-old Lincoln man has been jailed on a woman's allegation that he sexually assaulted her while giving her a massage at a business in southeast Lincoln.

Lincoln, Topeka chambers following up joint visit with city swap

This summer the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and its Topeka equivalent are visiting each other's cities. The exchange is meant to be an opportunity to share development and business strategies.

 

Time running short to lasso tickets for Nebraska's Cattlemen's Ball

Anyone interested in rounding up tickets to Nebraska's Cattlemen's Ball this June will need to do so pronto. 

Daily Minute: Better Wi-Fi at arena; chamber city swap; Raiola joins Adidas

Better WiFi at arena; chamber city swap; Raiola joins Adidas

Trail tours, breakfast burritos on tap for National Bike Month in Lincoln

City officials are celebrating National Bike Month in May by inviting area cyclists to visit Lincoln’s trail system and to participate in a variety of local cycling events. 

Lincoln's building and safety director leaving for job at Olsson

Lincoln Building and Safety Department Chad Blahak is leaving the city for a job at Olsson. His last day will be June 27.

She arranged the White House's flowers for years. Now, she's sharing her expertise in Lincoln.

Laura Dowling, the former chief florist at the White House during Obama's second term, will speak at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals' annual Dish and Bloom luncheon Wednesday.

Judge sentences Lincoln man found guilty of child sex abuse to 100-plus years

A 38-year-old Lincoln man found guilty at trial of sexually abusing four young girls over the course of a decade has been sentenced to 100 to 140 years in prison.

Lincoln's Pinnacle Bank Arena getting Wi-Fi boost along with a new scoreboard

The West Haymarket Joint Public Agency approved a $3.7 million upgrade of the Pinnacle Bank Arena wifi system, which will be installed with the new scoreboard and ready by August.

Gov. Pillen extends burn ban for western, central Nebraska amid dry conditions

Gov. Jim Pillen on Monday extended a ban on prescribed burning for western and central Nebraska, but lifted the prohibition for eastern parts of the state.

Lincoln's Gateway Mall adding Korean-inspired businesses, canvas printer

Gateway Mall is adding three more businesses. Life4Cuts is a Korean-inspired photo booth studio, Alp Art, a canvas printer, and a boba and Korean Style corndog eatery called Bobaly Mochi.

 

 

 

Lincoln police investigating attempted robbery on MoPac Trail that left man injured

A 50-year-old Lincoln man told police that he was on the trail near North 70th and P streets around 10:10 p.m. when three men approached him and demanded his wallet.

Nebraska boy, 9, with autism dies after being found in lagoon; family wants answers

A Lyons, Nebraska, family is seeking answers as to why their 9-year-old boy with autism was not being "properly supervised" Monday at school when he got away and was later found in a lagoon.

3 Nebraska inmates accused of attempted murder of prison staff for 2023 assault

Three inmates now are accused of attempted murder for their alleged roles in a 2023 assault on several Nebraska Department of Correctional Services staff at a prison in Lincoln.

Outdoor apparel store closing after more than 40 years in central Lincoln

The Moose’s Tooth, the outdoor clothing and sports store that has been on the corner of 27th and Vine streets for over 40 years, is closing. The store is hosting a closing sale starting Thursday.

 

 

 

 

Daily Minute: High court hears Trail appeal; Moose’s Tooth closing; Husker women’s schedule

High court hears Trail appeal; Moose’s Tooth closing; Husker women’s schedule

Land that's home to 16,000 oak trees near Lincoln will become park development

The owner of The Oaks, a 90-acre space with thousands of oak trees, is creating a pond, an amphitheater and other spaces for a Catholic ministry's summer music festival.

Lincoln woman pleads no contest to motor vehicle homicide in death of pedestrian

A 31-year-old Lincoln woman has pleaded no contest to motor vehicle homicide and drug charges in connection to the death of a 62-year-old pedestrian just west of downtown last summer. 

Police: Lincoln man arrested after drunkenly crashing into garage near 35th and O

Police say they arrested a 25-year-old Lincoln man early Thursday for drunkenly crashing into a garage on O Street after fleeing a traffic stop.

56-year-old man accused of threatening Uber driver with knife at Lincoln hotel

A 56-year-old man went to jail early Thursday for allegedly threatening an Uber driver with a knife in the parking lot of a Lincoln hotel, police say.

Tax incentives to attract military defense industry to Nebraska advances in Legislature

A bill to provide wage credits and incentivize defense industry businesses to move to Nebraska advanced in the Legislature. 

Lincoln man is second to be charged in connection to assault of teen girl after fender bender

A 20-year-old Lincoln man is the second to be arrested in connection with an assault of a 17-year-old girl last month after a minor crash near Lincoln High School.

What's Going On: Lincoln Boys Choir spring concert set for Sunday

Here's what going on in Lincoln's music scene.

Lincoln police locate missing 12-year-old

Tavian Bratt was last seen at about 10 a.m. Thursday leaving his home in the area of North 23rd and Holdrege streets. 

Kearney police chief named next head of Nebraska State Patrol

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen on Thursday named Kearney Police Chief Bryan Waugh as the next superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol.

Lincoln man arrested on suspicion of first-degree assault for pistol-whipping

A 40-year-old Lincoln man has been arrested on suspicion of first-degree assault and six other felonies in connection to an assault Sunday night near South 17th and Washington streets.

Daily Minute: Get ready for marathon; State Patrol’s new leader; Huskers snag QB

Get ready for marathon; State Patrol’s new leader; Huskers snag QB

Former Nebraska author unearths lost history in 'Tequila Wars'

Nebraska native Ted Genoways' "Tequila Wars" tells the untold history of José Cuervo and the rise of tequila as a billion-dollar industry.

Nebraska prosecutor files murder charge against Texas man for killing near North Bend

A Texas man has been charged with first-degree murder and seven other felonies in connection with the death of a 24-year-old woman near North Bend, 50 miles north of Lincoln.

Public invited to open house at new Lincoln Fire and Rescue station

Lincoln Fire and Rescue is inviting the public to an open house at its new fire station at South 17th and Van Dorn streets Saturday.

Midwest carbon dioxide pipeline could face new hurdle as some Iowa lawmakers question eminent domain

Twelve GOP senators in Iowa have said they will not vote on any budget, which they are constitutionally required to approve, until they bring a pipeline bill to the floor.

Demonstrators gather for May Day anti-Trump protest at Nebraska Capitol

About 200 people gathered Thursday on the north steps of the state Capitol to protest President Donald Trump's agenda as part of May Day protests planned across the U.S.

Making a difference: Lincoln middle school students raise awareness, money for good causes

On Thursday, Scott Middle School held its annual Make-A-Difference Fair in which sixth graders help raise awareness and money for nonprofits of their choosing.

WanderNebraska 2025 showcases over 210 historical, cultural sites

WanderNebraska promotes local museums, historical societies and libraries while increasing awareness of the historical and cultural sites found in Nebraska communities often overlooked by tourists.

Nebraska AG Hilgers names Barnett as next solicitor general

As solicitor general, Cody Barnett will oversee and direct civil appeals for the state and handle all appellate matters. 

Farm and Food: On balance, I repeat myself

Somewhere along life's highway most of us learned to balance a checkbook. This task usually involved a pencil, the back of a used envelope, and some basic math.

Justice in Action group draws more than 1,000, gets commitments on their priorities

Justice in Action, a coalition of 27 faith groups, drew over 1,000 people to its annual assembly on reducing evictions, increasing access to mental health and reducing jail overcrowding.

'Getting ready for the big show': State parks spruced up for start of Nebraska's camping season

Visitors can see improvements to state parks for free on May 17, which is Free Fishing and Park Entry Day in Nebraska.

Lincoln man accused of purposely crashing into car in high school parking lot

Lincoln police arrested a 25-year-old Lincoln man Thursday night after he allegedly crashed into another vehicle in an apparent road rage.

Lawsuit alleges Lincoln-based Hudl is infringing on high school broadcasting rights

A streaming company is suing the sports analytics firm Hudl, claiming the Lincoln-based business' streaming product infringes on its exclusive rights to broadcast some high school sporting contests. 

 

Take 3 will mash up classical and pop music at Lincoln's Lied Center Sunday

Take 3 will bring its "Where Rock Meets Bach" show that mashes up pop and classical music to the Lied Center for Performing Arts Sunday.

Dysfunction, turnover at Omaha Planned Parenthood clinic further limiting abortion access in Nebraska

In the last month and a half, the number of procedural abortions at the Omaha Planned Parenthood clinic has plummeted in the face of understaffing, according to employees.

Feds pull $7 million LPS grant for mental health services at Lincoln schools

At LPS, officials used to the money to boost mental health supports across the district, including by adding 18 elementary school counselor positions. 

Assault by inmate sends 3 staff members at Nebraska prison to hospital with injuries

Dayne Urbanovsky, director of communications for the state's prisons, said one staff member sustained a broken nose and received two staples for head injuries.

New Nebraska law aims to protect pedestrians, bikers, increase fines

Nebraska lawmakers are set to update the state's rules of the road — and levy harsher penalties on the drivers who break them. 

Lincoln man jailed on suspicion of sexual assault, felony child abuse

A 37-year-old Lincoln man has been jailed on charges of first-degree sexual assault and felony child abuse. 

FBI arrests Ashland man in Lincoln in 'crimes against children' case

In a social media post, Omaha FBI Special Agent in Charge Eugene Kowel said they were in Lincoln on Wednesday to make an arrest in a "crimes against children" case.

City of Beatrice acquires more of abandoned Dempsters property

As the plaintiff in the foreclosure action, the city only had to pay court costs and related fees for the land, including the damaged building.

75-year-old Unadilla woman killed in Otoe County crash

The Otoe County Sheriff's Office said a Dodge Caliber traveling westbound on Nebraska 2 crashing into a Buick Enclave. The driver of the Buick died at Syracuse Area Health. 

Calling all pizza lovers: Lincoln's first 24/7 pizza vending machine is here

In just a matter of days, Lincoln will be getting a slice of the future with authentic Italian pizza just a few clicks away in a 24/7 pizza vending machine.

Ex-Lincoln firefighter who settled lawsuit with city files new suit over economic loss

"The city didn’t just take Amanda’s livelihood and pension from her. They took her identity – her passion for the career she once loved all but disappeared," her attorney said.

Lincoln's Haymarket Farmers Market returns this Saturday

The Haymarket Farmers Market returns Saturday, running weekly through Oct. 11. 

Daily Minute: Defense of legal system sought; LPS grant pulled; city election Tuesday

Defense of legal system sought; LPS grant pulled; city election Tuesday

Omaha teen sentenced in gang-related Lincoln shooting that injured 4

A Lancaster County District Judge sentenced Teethloach Biel, 18, of Omaha, to 19-21 years in prison in connection to a gang-related shooting in Lincoln that injured four people. 

Lincoln Fire and Rescue fights Saturday garage fire in Capitol Beach

Lincoln Fire and Rescue fought a garage fire at a home in the Capitol Beach neighborhood on Saturday. 

Lincoln police investigating shooting early Sunday that injured 36-year-old man

Police called to a shooting found a 36-year-old Lincoln man with gunshot wounds to his shoulder and neck.

21-year-old Lincoln man attacked while walking in Belmont neighborhood

A 21-year-old man was attacked Saturday night while walking in the Belmont neighborhood, Lincoln police say. It happened just before 11 p.m. near Belmont Elementary School.

Lancaster County Sheriff's Office seizes concealed guns, ammo from Virginia men

A call about dangerous driving led to the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office seizing two concealed guns and ammunition from two men from Virginia men Saturday night. 

Black Hills wants to increase rates for Nebraska customers

Black Hills Energy said Friday it submitted a proposal with the Nebraska Public Service Commission to adjust its base rates.

 

Nebraska high school baseball rankings, May 6

The high school baseball season has reached the final few games before district play later this week. Here are the latest rankings.

Florida couple sentenced for defrauding Nebraska company of $280K

A Florida couple who defrauded a Nebraska company of more than a quarter of a million dollars in 2018 using a spoofed email account has been sentenced for wire fraud.

California man sentenced for sending meth through mail to Lincoln area

Investigators intercepted a package with a half a pound of meth inside sent from Trevor Sands to the Post Office in Ulysses, about 40 miles northwest of Lincoln.

State Patrol identifies semi drivers killed in western Nebraska collision on Interstate 80

Two semi-trailer truck drivers died Saturday night in western Nebraska when their vehicles collided on Interstate 80. 

Daily Minute: Pizza on demand; Black Hills eyes increase; Huskers gain linebacker

Pizza on demand; Black Hills eyes increase; Huskers gain linebacker

University of Nebraska-Lincoln to award about 3,700 degrees this month

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln will award about 3,700 degrees during commencement ceremonies on May 16 and 17 at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

Nebraska groups lose funding after National Endowment for the Arts pulls grants

The artistic director of the Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival which lost its grant for events in Lincoln and Omaha, called the move to reverse a contract already in motion "mean-spirited.”  

Nebraska 'reviewing every lease' after auditor flags $6M spike in office space rent

Nebraska is "reviewing every lease" it has with commercial real estate companies after Nebraska's auditor flagged a $6 million spike in state spending on office space.

Crane River Theater slapped with notice that National Endowment for the Arts grant withdrawn

Steve Barth, Crane River’s executive artistic director, said the Board of Directors planned to meet Monday to discuss the NEA situation and decide how to replace the $10,000.

Lincoln council members thank Gathering Place operators for flexibility in finding new location

City Council members were supportive of a plan to move The Gathering Place three blocks to the west and invest $2.5 million in one of Lincoln's poorest neighborhoods.

Lincoln officials tout proposal to make growing, selling produce easier

City officials and supporters testified Monday at a public hearing on proposed changes that would make growing and selling produce in residential areas easier. 

Council member says plan to improve University Place a "critical milestone" to revitalize area

The City Council held a public hearing on a plan to improve University Place by slowing traffic along 48th Street, doing a blight study and considering a historic designation.

Lincoln man pleads guilty to manslaughter for woman's stabbing death in 2022

Charles Alexander, 64, will face up to 20 years in prison at his sentencing in July for causing the death of 36-year-old Jasimin Champion. 

Next step for Lincoln convention center: County Board approves turnback tax application

The Lancaster County Board on Tuesday approved the application for the turnback tax to be used to finance Lincoln's convention center and authorized its submittal to the state.

Philadelphia Orchestra, Yo-Yo Ma, Wynton Marsalis headline Lincoln's Lied Center season

A lineup of true musical "masters" will hit the Lied Center stage for the 2025-2026 season.

'Worth fighting for': Nebraskans advocate for continued Head Start funding

About 100 people gathered on the steps of the state Capitol on Tuesday afternoon to voice their support for Head Start amid fears that federal funding could be cut. 

Lincoln woman sought for allegedly kicking in door, shooting 36-year-old man

Prosecutors on Tuesday charged Elyssia Ochoa with first-degree assault, burglary, use of a firearm to commit a felony and discharging a firearm near a vehicle or building. 

Cass County Board declines to vote on path for MoPac Trail connector

On Tuesday, the Cass County Board failed to vote on a preferred route for the MoPac East Connector Trail, reversing course from last fall.

Reporter Steve White says goodbye to NTV after more than 25 years

White will become the farm director at Lexington radio station KRVN.

Daily Minute: Convention center progress; support for Head Start; Monaghan joins Husker staff

Convention center progress; support for Head Start; Monaghan joins Husker staff

Omaha police arrest inmate reported missing from Community Corrections Center-Lincoln

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services said the Omaha Police Department arrested Tomica Anderson on Monday and booked her in the Douglas County jail.

'Your voice is part of democracy' — After years in prison, Nebraska man votes for first time

After years in prison, a Nebraska man voted for the first time Tuesday, casting a ballot more than two decades after he lost his right to vote in 1995.

Auburn man faces two felonies after reported assault with lightsaber

A 25-year-old Auburn man is facing two felony assault charges for allegedly assaulting a woman and her 7-year-old daughter with a lightsaber.

Farm and Food: The export line slackens as Brazil reels it in

From 30,000 feet, the Port of Los Angeles looks like a child's toy being unfolded into a multi-faceted Transformer.

1 dead in crash east of Lincoln, Lancaster County Sheriff's Office says

One person was killed in a crash near 162nd and O streets Monday afternoon, the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office said.

Farm and Food: Since 2013, Farm Bill 'safety net' mostly ensures need for 'safety net'

The opening lines in an April 11 farmdocDAILY post should have raised an eyebrow or two among Farm Bill geeks both in and out of Congress: "The US crop safety net," it begins, "has undergone a profound transformation."

Farm and Food: Taxpayers and farmers caught in Farm Bill-created 'government payment trap'

Under the 2014 law, total U.S. direct government payments–composed of 20 different payment schemes–totaled $69.5 billion, or nearly twice what Congress had budgeted.

20-year-old driver dies after striking semi-truck in northwest Lancaster County

The driver of a southbound Ford sedan died early Tuesday in northwestern Lancaster County after crossing into the northbound lane and hitting a semi-truck.

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