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Proposed Stormwater Bond Goes Before Lincoln City Council For Hearing/Vote
LINCOLN–(KFOR July 24)–Next Monday, the Lincoln City Council will hold a public hearing and vote over a proposed $14-million, 20-year stormwater bond that could go before voters November 5. The bond money would mostly pay for work on underground drainage pipes, at a cost of $5.3-million, while about...
Nebraska Heatwave: Omaha Faces Intense Temperatures and Smoky Skies
Omaha, NE – Omaha is set to experience a significant heatwave this week, with temperatures soaring into the 90s and smoky conditions persisting. The National Weather Service has indicated that the heat will continue through the weekend, offering little relief. According to the US National Weather Service Omaha/Valley Nebraska,...
KFOR Sports Brief July 24, 2024
Huskers to Appear Wednesday at Big Ten Football Media Days. Nebraska will take to the stage at Big Ten Football Media Days in Indianapolis later this morning (Wednesday), starting at 11:30 Lincoln time. Head Coach Matt Rhule will be joined by players Ben Scott, Isaac Gifford and Ty Robinson. Krause,...
Ley To Join Business Honors Academy Class Of 2028
WAYNE – A northeast Nebraska high school graduate has been selected to the Nebraska Business Honors Academy at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln this coming school year. According to a release from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln, Mason Ley of Wayne will join 37 other first-year...
Oakland Homeless Encampment Clearance Extended as Residents Scramble for Solutions
As Oakland workers began clearing out a homeless encampment at the Bay Bridge Toll Plaza Tuesday, residents faced the stark reality of finding a new place to stay. This action marks the first significant eviction since a U.S. Supreme Court decision last month, which relaxed clearance rules for such camps. The move-out, initiated with a three-day notice period, comes with the offer of shelter from the city, but many residents are unsure of their next steps. "I guess this could be worse, but when you gotta go, you gotta go," Michael Avery said, as per the San Francisco Chronicle, expressing resolve to vacate quickly.
One taken to hospital after Lincoln dryer fire
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A small fire in northwest Lincoln on Tuesday night sent one person to the hospital. It happened about 9:30 p.m. at the Fairways at Lincoln Apartments near Seventh Street and Fletcher Avenue. The fire was contained to a dryer, according to Lincoln Fire & Rescue.
Everybody's favorite first responder pups are heading to Lincoln this fall
LINCOLN, Neb. — Lincoln's Pinnacle Bank Arena announced "Paw Patrol Live!" will perform in November. Related coverage in the video: Chronicle: Omaha's music scene. Everybody's favorite first responder dogs will "unite" for two nights, Nov. 29 and 30, at the arena. Tickets to see Chase and all the other...
Under-the-radar Hinman blossoms as Bulldog top goal scorer
As he reached the middle of his prep career at Gretna High School, Carter Hinman did not envision himself as a future college athlete. Even by his own calculations, Hinman felt he was a pretty average soccer player. At that point, Hinman had not yet fully developed the confidence he would need to one day earn First Team All-GPAC accolades.
Carpetland wins Area 5 Tournament
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Carpetland (Lincoln East) defeated Pinnacle Bank (Lincoln Southwest) twice on Tuesday to claim the Area 5 championship. In the first game, the Rugs were down to their final strike, but a pair of clutch hits in the 7th inning sparked a 7-6 win. In the winner-takes-all championship, Carpetland broke open a tight game by scoring 8 unanswered runs in the sixth inning.
Nebraska football emerges as surprise frontrunner for top OT prospect
Is it really happening? Is the Nebraska football team the front runner for the top offensive tackle prospect in the country? Could they be close to landing David Sanders Jr?. Not that long ago the answer to those questions would be “of course not,” but things might have changed. At least one recruiting analyst believes things are swinging the Huskers way. The level of coup it would be if Matt Rhule could pull this one off is hard to describe.
Dateline: Missing in America Podcast features missing Lincoln man
LINCOLN, Neb. (KSNB) - The disappearance of a Nebraska man last November has left many people asking what happened to Tyler Goodrich. His case now the subject of episode three of the popular podcast, “Dateline: Missing in America.”. Tyler Goodrich was last seen leaving his Lincoln home on Nov....
Tree falls onto apartment building in northeast Lincoln
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A tree has fallen in northeast Lincoln. A user of the NOW Local News App came across the tree Tuesday evening near 52nd Street and Cleveland Avenue. He submitted a photo showing an uprooted tree leaning on an apartment building. The yard was blocked off...
‘It’s just nonstop’: Lincoln man captures another crime on camera
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – A Lincoln man caught two crimes on camera in his own backyard. Someone stole a bike from Darin Byrnes’ yard along 17th and B streets around three weeks ago. Then on Sunday morning, a man tried to break into his house through the back...
Man arrested in baseball bat assault in west Lincoln
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A man was arrested Monday in connection with a brutal beating in west Lincoln. Arthur Craft, 53, is charged with second-degree assault and is being held on a $35,000 bond. The assault happened April 13 at a home near Northwest 18th and West O streets,...
The dog days of summer are here and will be sticking around awhile
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - After the cooler weather from this past weekend and early this week, we are now going to settle into a longer stretch of above average high temperatures for the rest of July into early August. Chances of rain will mostly be on the lower side of things over the next few weeks. The best chances in our forecast will be during the afternoon and evening of Saturday (out west), Sunday, and Monday. Sunday probably overall holds the best chance for the majority of the area.
Shirt Tales owner announces business for sale
SIDNEY -- Amanda Sharman, owner of Shirt Tales in Sidney, announced the custom apparel store is for sale. She announced she is relocating. "I'm relocating and as much as I would love to take her with me, she needs to stay in the community that has been so good to her," Sharman said regarding the business.
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