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Left-wing billionaires behind astroturfed ‘grassroots’ operation attacking House GOP
Lower Costs California, Nebraska for Us, and Michigan Families for Fair Care all have a bone to pick with Republicans; they run attack ads on GOP lawmakers running for reelection in competitive races and promote President Joe Biden‘s agenda. At first glance, the trio appear distinct from one another and to be grassroots projects organized […]
One person life-flighted following two-vehicle crash near county line
NORFOLK - A two-vehicle wreck near the Madison/Pierce County line left one person with minor injuries and the other life-lighted. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office responded to the wreck on Highway 81and 846th Road around 8:30 p.m. yesterday. Witnesses told sheriff’s deputies on scene that a red Ford F-150...
Bellamy, Hoeft advance as district court judge nominees
LINCOLN — The state is moving closer to filling a judicial vacancy in Central Nebraska. Gov. Jim Pillen’s office announced Wednesday that the Judicial Nominating Commission forwarded two nominees to the governor for consideration: Melodie Bellamy on Kearney and Tim Hoeft of Holdrege. The nominees are vying to become a district court judge for the 10th Judicial District, which includes Adams, Clay, Franklin, Harlan, Kearney, Nuckolls, Phelps and Webster counties.
KFOR Sports Brief July 19, 2024
Post season play starts Friday for Class A Legion Baseball teams in Nebraska. In the Area 5 Tournament at Den Hartog Field, Judds Brothers of Lincoln Northeast plays Strasberger Orthopedic of Lincoln Northwest at 4pm, with the winner to play top-seed Carpetland of Lincoln East Saturday night. The other part of the bracket features Union Bank of Pius X against Pinnacle Bank of Lincoln Southwest at 7pm Friday.
Woodworker in Bennet gives wood a second life with small business
BENNET, Neb. (KOLN) - Sometimes what you need to get a job done, may not be too far from home. A woodworker in Bennet uses locally-sourced wood to create kitchen items as well as beautiful custom made pieces with his own hands. “A piece of wood can have more than...
‘I don’t know where it went wrong’: Vigil held for Lincoln toddler who died by abuse
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The trial for Joshua Tackett, who is facing child abuse charges in connection to the death of a 22 month old boy, is underway this week. Family and friends of that toddler, Rudy Jr., gathered in front of the Lancaster County Courthouse on Thursday evening for a vigil.
Texas Man Arrested After Fatal Crash in Hitchcock County
JULY 19, 2024 (NORTH PLATTE, NEB.) — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a Texas man following a fatal crash in southwest Nebraska. Thursday, at approximately 6:55 a.m. CT, the Hitchcock County Sheriff’s Department requested Troopers to assist in responding to a fatal crash that involved two semi-trucks and trailers. The crash occurred at the intersection of Highway 6 and Highway 25.
York Native, current Husker, Reed Malleck enters final day of championship in lead
FREMONT (July 18, 2024) – A pair of Husker teammates, Reed Malleck and Hamish Murray, are tied for the lead at the 116th Nebraska Amateur Championship after the third round at Fremont Golf Club on Thursday. Malleck, a York native who recently graduated, and Murray, a senior from Australia,...
Broadway Academy brings the magic of theater to Central City kids
CENTRAL CITY, Neb. — Broadway has come to Central City and you have a chance to see the work of these campers from rural Nebraska. Trey Harms, Broadway Academy technical director, and former camper Hattie Chavanu joined NTV to talk about the non-profit. Nebraska kids who attend this camp...
WATCH: Vehicle slams into car, then drives off in Lincoln’s Near South neighborhood
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A driver hit a woman’s car and drove off without stopping Saturday morning, leaving parts of their car behind. And it was all caught on camera. Rosemary Laher parked her car outside of her home on the west side of Pepper Avenue near Sumner Street.
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...
Community Health Fair set for Friday at North Platte High School
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The third annual Community Health Fair is set for Friday at North Platte High School. The event is a collaboration between HOPE-Esperanza, West Central District Health, Great Plains Health, People’s Health, and the North Platte Public School District. Organizers say the fair aims to...
WOWT Back to School Drive starts with unexpected surprise
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - WOWT’s Back to School Drive started with an unexpected, and welcome, surprise Thursday morning. The drive began at 5 a.m. and wraps up at 7 p.m. outside Scheels at Village Pointe at 168th Street and West Dodge Road. The surprise: The very first donation came...
Police find critically injured victim from shooting in north Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. — One person was taken to the hospital in critical condition following a shooting in north Omaha. The incident happened around 10:15 p.m. in the area of 18th and Spencer streets. Police said they later found a victim near 18th and Wirt streets. There has been no...
Blair Lions Club Gears Up for Annual Bob Krogh Memorial Peach & Pear Sale
BLAIR, NEBRASKA (2024 JULY 18, THURSDAY) – The Blair Lions Club is excited to announce its 2024 Bob Krogh Memorial Peach & Pear Sale, a beloved annual tradition that supports numerous community initiatives. This year’s sale, named in honor of a dedicated former member, continues the club’s long-standing commitment to service and community support.
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