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'You take that energy from the crowd': Nebraskans in Chicago for Democratic National Convention
CHICAGO — Several Nebraskans are in the windy city to show their support for Vice President Kamala Harris. One of those people is the Nebraska DNC National Committeewoman. Charlene Ligon says she could feel the excitement of everyone there, leading up to the convention's start. Ligon, who is also...
Northeast Staff and Faculty Welcome Students Back to Campus
NORFOLK, Neb. – Twas the Sunday before school started, and all through the campus, not a student was studying, not even the returning sophomores. Instead, students were busy on Sunday, Aug. 18, moving into their residence halls – if they had not done so already -- attending a picnic to welcome international students, or attending ag orientation to learn more about having a successful collegiate career.
Man gets prison for stealing ashes from Grand Island cemetery
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - A man who stole two urns from a Grand Island mausoleum in May has been sentenced to prison. Richard Boon, 34, pleaded guilty in June to charges of burglary and prohibited acts involving human remains, according to court records. On Monday, he was sentenced to 8 to 15 years for the burglary charge and 23 to 24 months for the charge related to human remains. The sentences will be served concurrently, or at the same time.
‘Very Brazen’: Driveway attack of a woman shocks neighborhood
OMAHA, Nebraska (KMTV) — The three suspects were last seen in the neighborhood near 190th and Maple where the attack happened. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office shared video hoping to help locate them as fast as possible. A woman was attacked and robbed in broad daylight in a...
Tuesday Forecast: Cooler temperatures with a chance of rain
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Seasonably cool temperatures look to be on standby for a couple of days, as 70s and low 80s look to work back in for high temperatures. Isolated showers and t’storms possible Tuesday afternoon. Temperatures look to make their way back into the 90s this weekend.
DHHS faces cuts despite demand for mental health, substance use programs
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services has seen a $15 million cut to its Behavioral Health Division this year and more cuts are being proposed, despite soaring demand for mental health and addiction treatment programs. DHHS now faces a $25 million cut to help fund property tax relief.
Steven Nelson to mentor next generation through B&B Sports Academy
Steven Nelson, an undefeated super middleweight and longtime friend of Terence Crawford, is back in the spotlight after a period of uncertainty in his boxing career. At 36, Nelson is not only resuming his journey in the ring but also shaping the lives of young people in Omaha as the executive director of B&B Sports Academy, a nonprofit founded by Crawford and Brian “BoMac” McIntyre.
Curtis man arrested in pharmacy burglary
Curtis, Neb. — A Curtis man is behind bars after the Frontier County Sheriff’s Office said he burglarized a Curtis pharmacy over the weekend. Lukas Venzor was arrested for burglary, possession of stolen property, and two counts of possession of a controlled substance. Deputies were alerted to a...
Lincoln Police Department investigating string of auto crimes
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The Lincoln Police Department is investigating a string of stolen vehicles and break-ins over the weekend. All of the incidents were reported Saturday morning. Just before 8 a.m., a gray 2021 Chevy Tahoe was reported stolen from a driveway in the area of Stevens Ridge...
Scottsbluff Police Department awarded 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' grant
SCOTTSBLUFF -- The Scottsbluff Police Department has been awarded a grant from the Nebraska Department of Transportation Highway Safety Office to participate in the National “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” drunk driving enforcement wave. Scottsbluff Police Officers will be working overtime from Aug. 14 to Sept. 2,...
Single vehicle crash NW of Beatrice injures one
BEATRICE – A single vehicle accident northwest of Beatrice resulted in minor injuries Thursday, to the driver. Gage County authorities say the accident happened at West Highway Four and Juniper Road. A westbound 2003 Toyota RAV-4 driven by 25-year-old Felix Garcia-Acuma, of DeWitt, went off the roadway when the...
‘She’ll forever be my hero’: Lincoln teen’s organ recipients honor her memory
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Three years after a Lincoln teenager died, her family and friends met with her organ recipients for a walk at Holmes Lake on Sunday. On April 10, 2021, Kennedy Bowles was in a car crash southwest of Lincoln. The 18-year-old high school senior was critically...
‘It’s bumper to bumper’: Lincoln drivers frustrated over 56th Street closure
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Closure on 56th Street are adding to Lincoln drivers’ frustrations. This week, the Lincoln Electric System is shutting down a different section of 56th Street every day. The road was closed between A and South streets on Monday as LES crews were worked. The...
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