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22-year-old man accused of leaving scene of crash that killed 19-year-old woman in Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. — A 22-year-old man is in custody for a hit-and-run crash thatkilled a 19-year-old woman in Omaha. The crash occurred on June 29 near 24th and Decatur streets. Previous coverage: Omaha police identify woman killed in hit and run crash. Omaha police said a car was headed...
Former Nebraska Senator to Step Down from University of Florida Post
GAINESVILLE, FL–(KFOR July 19)–Former Nebraska U.S. Senator Ben Sasse announced Thursday he’s stepping down from his position as president of the University of Florida, effective July 31, after nearly two years. In a statement, Sasse said his resignation comes after his wife Melissa’s recent health diagnosis.
Friday Midday Forecast: Mostly dry to kick off the weekend
THIS AFTERNOON: Partly cloudy with a 20% chance of rain and storms mainly in Deep East Texas. Highs in the upper-80s to low-90s. Wind: NE 10 mph. TONIGHT: Partly cloudy with lows in the upper-60s to low-70s. Wind: NE 5 mph. TOMORROW: Partly cloudy with a 20% chance of rain and storms area-wide. Highs in […]
Signatures submitted for Nebraska veto referendum on private education scholarship funding bill
Support Our Schools, a campaign sponsored by the Nebraska State Education Association, submitted over 86,000 signatures to the Nebraska Secretary of State on July 17 for a veto referendum targeting a partial repeal of Legislative Bill 1402 (2024). LB 1402 authorizes the state treasurer to administer an education scholarship program with a $10 million budget beginning in fiscal year 2024-2025. The program would distribute scholarships to eligible students to cover all or part of the cost of attending any nongovernmental, privately operated elementary or secondary school in the state that fulfills all accreditation requirements. The law would prioritize students based on household income level with those whose household income level does not exceed 185% of the federal poverty level prioritized first.
Nebraska State Patrol finds 17 firearms, plethora of drugs in narcotics investigation
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The Nebraska State Patrol arrested two people Thursday after finding numerous guns and controlled substances. The State Patrol SWAT team and a drug task force executed a search warrant in the morning on Eighth Avenue in Kearney. During the search, investigators said they found 12...
Kearney police said one person is dead following crash involving a train
KEARNEY, Neb. — Kearney police said a train and a car collided, resulting in a fatality on Thursday. Highway 30 near Eaton has been closed, going in both directions while the investigation into the crash is being conducted. Police said more information will be available upon the conclusion of...
Nebraska tops nation in refugee resettlement, advocates call for better support
OMAHA, Neb. — Nebraska leads the nation in resettling refugees, but community advocates argue that more support is needed. Mohammad Sahill of the Nebraska Afghan Community Center said transportation and housing were significant concerns during the Omaha Refugee Housing Planning Study. "I think one thing we saw was that...
Temperatures possibly outperforming predicted highs as a cold front approaches bringing storms this weekend
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - On Wednesday we saw out temperatures over perform what we expected for our highs of the day, and we could see that happen again today. This could happen mainly if we have more sunshine than expected. The day should be filled with chances for that to happen, as we’ll see partly cloudy skies across the region.
Hastings man gets probation after threatening neighbors with gun, police say
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - A Hastings man received a term of four years of supervised probation after police say he threatened his neighbors with a gun. Anthony Copley, 21, pleaded no contest earlier this year to attempted possession of a firearm during a commission of a felony and terroristic threats, both felony charges.
Lincoln Man Arrested For Stealing Drugs From Shooting Scene
LINCOLN–(KFOR July 17)–Lincoln Police on Tuesday arrested a 25-year-old man suspected of taking drugs from the scene of a shooting on July 5 outside the Russ’s Market at Coddington and West “A” Streets. Jose Reyes is accused of taking marijuana from the truck of 25-year-old...
Wrestling: Husker Commit Ziola Makes Fargo Final, Propels Team Nebraska
At the Fargo Freestyle National Championships, Team Nebraska’s Junior team was led by Husker commit Cade Ziola as it finished in 12th place. Nebraska’s 16U team finished in 18th place in the team race. The Greco-Roman portion of the tournament will take place this weekend, but the best...
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