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Renters would get some relief, too, under a pair of legislative proposals
LINCOLN — Nebraska renters would get some financial relief in the form of an income tax credit under a pair of proposals to be considered by the Legislature. State Sens. Terrell McKinney of North Omaha and Eliot Bostar of Lincoln each introduced a bill Thursday seeking to compensate renters who otherwise would not automatically reap any direct benefit from property tax reforms being pushed by Gov. Jim Pillen.
Two human cases of West Nile virus reported in Lancaster County
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department confirmed two human cases of West Nile virus were recently reported in the county. West Nile Virus is primarily spread to people through the bite of an infected mosquito with the highest risk occurring in mid to late summer. Most people...
'Our number one priority': Douglas County deputies train for school shooting scenarios
ELKHORN, Neb. — Sheriff's deputies were at Elkhorn North Ridge Middle School recently, responding to a simulated call of a man armed with a knife, looking to harm someone. "Alright. You don't need to end it. We can help you out with this. Drop the knife right now," one of the deputies said during the simulation.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office announced one of their beloved K-9s is retiring
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Neb. — The Douglas County Sheriff's Office announced one of their beloved K-9s is retiring. Loki started his career in 2016, and he has helped out with numerous cases. This content is imported from Twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format,...
Tyler Watts and Trevor Gutschewski to meet in the U.S. Junior Amateur final
Tyler Watts, 16, of Huntsville, Ala., and Trevor Gutschewski, 17, of Omaha, Neb., each won quarterfinal and semifinal matches on a picture-perfect Friday to advance to Saturday’s 36-hole final match of the 76th U.S. Junior Amateur Championship at Oakland Hills Country Club. Watts, who is coming off a Round...
Portion of 84th Street to Close Through August 9
Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) has announced that 84th Street from “O” to Van Dorn streets will be closed beginning Monday, July 29 as a part of a Lincoln on the Move street improvement project. The intersection of 84th and “A” streets will also be closed to through...
Columbus, Fremont to play regular season high school football game at Memorial Stadium
LINCOLN, Neb. (News Channel Nebraska) - Columbus and Fremont will play the 105th meeting of the historic F and C Cup, Highway 30 rivalry at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln on Saturday, Sept. 21. Originally scheduled to be played in Fremont, the two squads will face off in a stand-alone game...
With the Arrival of Former Pac-12 Schools, the Big Ten’s Middle Tier Gets Even Tougher
Over the past decade the Big Ten Conference has been the toughest league in the nation. It routinely boasts some of the top teams and tests its members through a 10-week grind to crown a champion. While a handful of teams will challenge for the top spot, there are even...
Who's on Campus: Closing out July in style
Big Ten Media Days have come and gone. Nebraska coach Matt Rhule are almost ready to turn the entire focus on the upcoming season. But before the calendar flips to August the Husker staff (and even quarterback Dylan Raiola) have their recruiting caps on and have gone to work by bringing some exciting names to Lincoln for one final visit before the August dead period starts.
Jazz-age Vibes from Social-Media era Songs: Postmodern Jukebox Appearing in Omaha Tonight
Omahans who love popular music such as Ellie Goulding’s “Burn” or N’Sync’s “Bye, Bye, Bye” might know all the lyrics to their favorite song when it comes on the radio. Those attending tonight’s performance of Postmodern Jukebox at Astro Amphitheater will likely recognize the words being sung onstage, but may be surprised at hearing these tunes, which could range from 1920s jazz to 1960s doo-wop. Those melodies are the creativity of PMJ creator Scott Bradlee.
Storm Chasers drop second straight to Saints, 5-2
SAINT PAUL, MN – The Omaha Storm Chasers fell behind in the first inning and trailed the entire night, falling to the St. Paul Saints 5-2 at CHS Field Thursday. Omaha starter Andrew Hofmann fell in an early hole, as he surrendered a pair of runs in the first on three hits and two walks, as the Saints sent eight batters to the plate in the opening frame.
Lincoln Man Who Posed As High School Student Pleads No Contest
LINCOLN–(KFOR July 26)–A Lincoln man that posed as a high school student at Southeast and Northwest High Schools during the 2022-23 school year and had inappropriate relationships with female students has pleaded no contest to five counts in the case, including two counts of first-degree sexual assault. On...
Nebraska Cornhuskers Volleyball Star Harper Murray’s Journey to Personal Growth and Mental Health
Nebraska Cornhuskers volleyball star Harper Murray seeks to move past legal troubles, with no suspension announced for upcoming matches, following resolution of legal issues with diversion and probation. Murray took to social media to acknowledge her mistakes, emphasizing her focus on mental health and growth. She aims to be the best version of herself and normalize conversations about mental health among her peers. This ongoing journey signifies Murray's commitment to personal development and redemption.
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