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Report: Growth moderates, expectations rising for last half of year in plains, mountains
(The Center Square) – Economic growth moderated in the plains and mountain states in June, but expectations for the remainder of 2024 are rising, according to a report from the Federal Reserve of Kansas City. “District services activity stayed positive in June, and expectations for the future continued to grow,” Chad Wilkerson, senior vice president at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, said in a statement. “Employment declined slightly and selling prices decreased this month.” ...
Nebraska lakes with high levels of E. coli bacteria during July 1 testing
OMAHA, Neb. — With the city of Blair under a boil advisory after water tested positive for E. coli, Nebraska is monitoring lakes for the bacteria. The state's Department of Environment and Energy said 10 lakes had high levels of the bacteria during July 1 testing, including Fremont Lake No. 9, Louisville Lake No. 2, and site No. 11 at Lake Cunningham.
Lincoln Police Investigate Fatal Shooting
LINCOLN–(KFOR July 6)– The Lincoln Police Department (LPD) is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in a business parking lot near Russ’s Market at 1550 South Coddington Avenue, in southwest Lincoln late Friday evening. Lincoln Police Captain Jake Dilsaver told KFOR News that on Friday evening at...
Family of Lincoln’s first drag queen hosts ‘Big Gay Yard Sale’ to pass on his belongings
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A local icon for Lincoln’s queer community died last month, and this weekend friends and family are holding a yard sale to sell his belongings. Paul Pearson was an active member of the local theatre scene, as well as a pioneer to drag shows in Lincoln.
Drunk driver nearly hits woman and child after tearing up yards, Lincoln Police say
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A couple yards were torn up and two people were nearly hit by a drunk driver on the Fourth of July, Lincoln Police said. Officers arrested 24-year-old Alyssa Dominguez on Thursday. She’s charged with two count of attempted second-degree assault after a woman and her 11-year-old son were nearly hit by an SUV.
CHI Health reports over 36 fireworks-related injuries in Lincoln, Omaha this 4th of July
On Wednesday and Thursday, CHI said the ER’s have treated burns, lacerations and contusions, mainly to the eyes, face and hands on several people ranging from young children to older adults.
'A more profitable, sustainable industry': Nebraska's new $7.2 million feedlot innovation center
ITHACA, Neb. — It's the first of its kind, a new $7.2 million commercial scale feed lot research facility. It was designed to help the University of Nebraska study the latest developments in livestock production and sustainability. "In the summertime when it's really hot. Animals in this barn will...
Grand Island man ordered to pay more than $192,000 in restitution to the USDA
LINCOLN, Neb. -- A man from Central Nebraska will need to pay nearly $200,000 in restitution after lying about owning cattle to obtain a loan. According to a news release, a federal judge sentenced 39-year-old Daniel Butt, of Grand Island, on Wednesday to five years of probation and eight weekends in jail. He will also need to pay $192,758.61 to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Farm Services Agency after being convicted of making a false statement on a loan application and bankruptcy fraud.
Jersey worn by Adrian Martinez in first UFL championship game on display in Pro Football Hall of Fame
CANTON, Ohio — Legendary Husker quarterback Adrian Martinez is in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The jersey that Martinez wore during the United Football League championship and a game ball is on display in the Hall of Fame's "Pro Football Today Gallery." Martinez, who won the UFL MVP,...
Omaha businesses deal with lagging sales after the holiday
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The big bang of the fourth of July is over. However, while many people are enjoying the holiday, some businesses are dealing with the after holiday hangover. Valerie Couch has one customer in the chair, and no one else waiting. She tells us this is usually...
Nebraska Countdown to Kickoff: No. 57 Ashton Murphy
Only 57 days remain until the beginning of the 2024 season for the Nebraska Cornhuskers which pushes Huskers freshman defensive lineman Ashton Murphy into today’s spotlight. The 6-foot-4, 225-pound defensive end out of Elkhorn South High School was a consensus three-star prospect in the 2024 recruiting cycle while also being considered a top-10 in-state talent throughout the recruiting industry. Murphy committed and signed with the Huskers over offers from Air Force, Colorado, Iowa State, Northern Iowa, and Wyoming. In 2024, Murphy is destined for a redshirt season as he’ll need to continue to develop on and off the field including within the weight room. Long term, Murphy has the potential to become an integral part of the Huskers’ defensive end rotation and has a chance to develop into a high-end starter. Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
Omaha district moving to post-flood recovery
OMAHA - The Missouri River remains in the moderate floods stage at Rulo on July 5. The river is forecast to fall below action stage on Sunday. The river crested two feet below major flood stage. On July 4, the Missouri River Water Management Division reported "higher-than-expected" crests of the...
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