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Ben Sasse, former Nebraska GOP senator, to resign as University of Florida president
Former Sen. Ben Sasse will step down from his post as the president of the University of Florida effective July 31 to spend more time with family amid concerns over his wife’s health. Sasse has served in the role for roughly a year and a half, and he took over in February 2023 after vacating […]
Flash flooding occurring in parts of Siouxland
Flash Flooding has occurred in parts of Siouxland this morning. As of just before 11:30am, southern parts of Yankton County in South Dakota, and northern parts of Cedar County in Nebraska, have seen as much as 2-4" of rainfall, and additional 1-3" of rainfall could fall.
Flash Flood Warning Issued for Northeastern Nebraska Until 3PM
Hartington, NE – The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for parts of northeastern Nebraska, effective until 3 p.m. CDT today. The warning includes the cities of Fordyce, Menominee, Bow Valley, Hartington, Saint Helena, and Wynot. According to the National Weather Service, residents in the affected...
Nebraska troopers issue plea as high-speed citations continue to climb
Lincoln, Neb. — Nebraska State Troopers are urging drivers to slow down as high speeds are on the rise across Nebraska roadways. Last month, troopers issued over 100 citations for speeding at 100 miles per hour or more. They said that's the fourth straight month of triple-digit citations for...
Charges dropped against Douglas man
TECUMSEH - The Johnson County Attorney’s Office has filed a motion Friday to dismiss charges of sexual assault against a 19-year-old Douglas man. The man was 18 when charges were filed in June of 2023. The Douglas man earlier entered a not guilty plea to allegations in Sterling.
Dryer leads to fire in downtown Omaha, multiple crews respond to the scene
OMAHA, Neb. — Multiple Omaha fire stations responded to a building fire near 20th Street & Poppleton Avenue Saturday morning. According to OFD, workers said a commercial dryer caught on fire at Ameritex Services. The fire was contained to the dryer in the northside of the building. Fire crews...
Omaha police arrest suspect for robbing local restaurant Friday night
OMAHA, Neb. — An employee said a suspect entered Voodoo Taco near 25th & Farnam streets demanding money through a note. Omaha police said Darnelle Johnson, 29, went into the restaurant on Friday at 7:30 p.m. and then left on foot after presenting the note. OPD said the suspect's...
Omaha's higher-than-average temperatures with high rainfall creates perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes
OMAHA, Neb. — The Omaha area has seen a rise in so-called mosquito weather, and KETV meteorologist Caitlin Harvey explained why that's the case. The summer season has been warm and damp on average, which might be good for some gardens, but it's also good for mosquitoes. On average,...
Weekend Forecast: Rain chance continues
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Off and on showers and thunderstorms will be possible Saturday and Sunday. Below average temperatures are going to remain through weekend and first half of next week. The second half of next week could end up being hot and mainly dry. Saturday will be partly to...
Health Officials Encourage Childhood Vaccinations Before School Starts
The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department (LLCHD) is reminding families to make sure their children are current on routine vaccines before school starts. “Vaccinations help keep kids healthy, in school and ready to learn,” said Kerry Kernen, Assistant Health Director. “Well-child visits and school or sports physicals provide a great opportunity to check with a health care provider to find out what vaccines children may need.”
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