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Safety Omar Brown selected by DC in 2024 UFL Draft
The UFL held its 2024 Draft on Wednesday, providing numerous players an opportunity to play football professionally. The Nebraska football team sat back and witnessed one of its own selected. The DC Defenders selected former Husker safety Omar Brown in the tenth round of the UFL draft. He joins a Defenders team that put together a 4-6 record in 2024 and lost the 2023 XFL Championship game. In his collegiate career, Brown racked up 196 total tackles across five seasons, delivered 11 tackles for loss, forced three fumbles, and snatched nine interceptions. He spent his final two seasons of collegiate action at Nebraska....
Cohen claims Academic All-America Award
Men's gymnast Asher Cohen became Nebraska's 11th Academic All-American of the 2023-24 season, when he captured third-team honors on the Men's At-Large Team announced by the College Sports Communicators on Wednesday, July 17. Cohen, a sophomore from Lakewood, Colo., claimed Nebraska's 18th men's gymnastics Academic All-America award and the first...
Madison man sentenced for involvement in fentanyl distribution conspiracy
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A Madison man was sentenced Wednesday for his involvement in a fentanyl distribution conspiracy. District Court Judge Brian Buescher sentenced Jason Penalbert, 37, to more than 4 years imprisonment for conspiring to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl. Once Penalbert is released from prison, he will begin a two-year term of supervised release.
How The Lucas Oil Series Is Trying To Schedule First-Time Tracks
Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series director Rick Schwallie hasn’t changed up the national tour’s schedule much in recent years. If it ain't broke, why fix it?. “I feel like we have a lot of success at our events,” Schwallie said. “We don’t promote any of them. All of them are promoted by tracks. The tracks are the ones financially responsible. All of our tracks are doing well. That’s why we routinely go back to the same ones year and after year because they do well. We’ve been able over the years to expand them as they’ve done well.”
One person dead after train, van crash near Kearney
KEARNEY, Neb. (KSNB) - A man is dead after a van-train crash near Kearney on Thursday. The Buffalo County Sheriff’s Office says the crash happened around 12:30 p.m. According to a preliminary investigation, a van was traveling westbound on US Highway 30 east of Cherry Avenue just outside the Kearney city limits. The sheriff’s office said during that time, a Union Pacific train was backing up on a track that crosses the highway and collided with the van.
Lexington man accused of trying to slit man’s throat charged with attempted murder
LEXINGTON, Neb. (KNOP) - A Lexington man was charged with attempted murder after allegedly trying to slit a man’s throat. Eber Gamolier, 20, was arraigned Wednesday on two felony charges: attempted murder and use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony. A judge set his bond at 10% of $200,000.
The City of Sidney is set to change their pay grid and a Panhandle Woman appears in court
A Panhandle woman accused of using her car to injure an individual in Scottsbluff appears in court and the City of Sidney is set to change their pay grid these stories and more on KNOP's Panhandle Roundup.
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 […]
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...
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.
Husker Football visits Children's Nebraska
Lincoln, NEB — A handful of players from Husker Football took some time out of their day to visit with the patients and families of Nebraska Children's on Wednesday afternoon. The players participated in various activities including arts and crafts, a live-streamed trivia show, and visited inpatient rooms. "
Farming Today with KRVN: July 18, 2024
LINCOLN, Neb. — Alex Makovicka with KRVN takes a look at today's agriculture headlines. Ag Tech Hub: Nebraska hosts ag technology conference to showcase new innovations. Grain IQ Podcast: How can farmers use the Commitment of Traders report to be profitable?. KRVN to livestream 2024 Dawson County Fair livestock...
Nebraska Countdown to Kickoff: No. 44 DL Riley Von Poppel
The countdown to Nebraska’s season opener on August 31 against the University of Texas at El Paso Miners is down to just 44 days, bringing Huskers sophomore defensive lineman Riley Von Poppel in today’s player spotlight. The 6-foot-5, 275-pound Van Poppel was a frequent sight on the field last season in his first year with the program, playing in each of the Huskers’ last 11 games. On the season, the Argyle, Texas native recorded five tackles, one tackle for loss, and half a sack. An understudy to nose tackle Nash Hutmacher, Van Poppel is expected to once again have a rotational role for the Huskers in 2024. He’ll get frequent playing time and could take a big step forward from his freshman season if all progresses well. Following this fall, Van Poppel would be in line to become the Huskers starting defensive tackle as Nash Hutmacher is expected to exhaust his eligibility this fall. Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
Tickets for Lied Center’s fall season on sale Thursday
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Lied Center will feature a mix of classic renditions and decorated productions this fall season. For ’80s movie enthusiasts, “Back to the Future: The Musical,” a melodic take on the 1985 film, will be staged from October 8-13. Executive Director, Bill Stephan,...
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...
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