Johnson Lake
LATEST NEWS
Lincoln man scammed out of $2,000 after being blackmailed on dating app
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Lincoln Police said a man sent $2,000 to a woman on a dating app after she threatened to post his explicit photos. Officers contacted a 40-year-old man on a report of fraud on Friday morning. The victim said he was messaging a woman on a dating app and sent her explicit photos. She then threatened to post them online unless he sent her money.
Motorcyclist killed after colliding with an ambulance in Central Nebraska over the weekend
Buffalo County - Buffalo County Sheriff's Office is investigating a two-vehicle crash that resulted in the death of an adult male driver. The crash occurred at approximately 1:26 AM on Saturday, July 27, 2024. According to the preliminary investigation, a 2024 ambulance was traveling southbound on US Highway 10, north...
Paul Finebaum Has Harsh Message For CFB Powerhouse Turned 'Cellar Dweller'
The Nebraska Cornhuskers were a dominant force in college football for many years. However, since joining the Big Ten in 2011, the Cornhuskers have only managed one season with 10 or more wins. Things are looking up with Matt Rhule leading the team. He led Nebraska to five wins last season, marking ...
REPORT: Oregon commit to flip to Nebraska
A new report has the Nebraska Cornhuskers flipping a commitment to the Oregon Ducks. Four-star wide receiver Isaiah Mozee is expected to make a change in the coming days. Sean Callahan from the On3 Network logged the expert prediction. Mozee is a four-star wide receiver for Lee Summit North High School in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Last season, he appeared in 11 games, making 74 receptions for 1,033 yards and 12 touchdowns. Mozee committed to the Oregon Ducks back in April. While the receiver is committed, his visit should come as no surprise. Isaiah’s father, Jamar Mozee, was recently hired as a Senior Football Assistant at Nebraska. Nebraska insider @Sean_Callahan has logged an expert prediction for the Huskers to flip Oregon 4-star WR commit Isaiah Mozee🌽 Read: https://t.co/De4C1wvVIU pic.twitter.com/Qfrfr50b9L — On3 Recruits (@On3Recruits) July 28, 2024 Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
Grand Island business owner arrested after 50 fentanyl pills; other drugs found during search
GRAND ISLAND — A Grand Island business owner was arrested after 50 fentanyl pills and other drugs were discovered during the execution of a search warrant on Friday, July 26. According to the Grand Island Police Department, at 11:16 a.m., investigators with the Drug Task Force served a search...
Downloadable 2024 Nebraska Cornhuskers football schedule
The 2024 college football season is almost here, which means it is time to get ready to root for your Nebraska Cornhuskers as they look to improve in year two under head coach Matt Rhule. They were close to the first bowl appearance since the 2016 season in the pre-Scott Frost era. Perhaps standout freshman quarterback Dylan Railoa is the key to unlocking their potential. In Week 2 of the season, the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Colorado Buffaloes renew their rivalry when Coach Prime brings his squad to Lincoln. The Big Ten campaign starts at home against the Illinois Fighting Illini. It will be a tough stretch for this team as they face the Ohio State Buckeyes, USC Trojans, Wisconsin Badgers, and Iowa Hawkeyes over the final five games of the season. Download the football schedule
Girls make wrestling debut at Nebraska-Maine Exchange in Grand Island
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - The annual Nebraska-Maine Wrestling Exchange is over 40 years old, but this year featured girls wrestlers for the very first time. Northwest High School hosted the inaugural event, which had 16 total bouts, featuring local athletes from Kearney, Northwest, Grand Island, Lexington, Adams Central and other area schools.
Omaha crews work to reopen State Street before school starts
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Construction crews are under pressure to complete road projects before the new school year begins. Rachel Pitzel of Northwest Omaha said, “It’s been a huge pain in the butt actually.”. Pitzel is talking about construction along State Street, a major link to Blair High...
Lincoln City Council passes nearly $14 million stormwater bond issue on November ballot
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Lincoln City Council passed the nearly $14 million stormwater bond issue by unanimous decision at their Monday evening meeting, meaning it will be placed on the November General Election Ballot. Director of Transportation and Utilities Liz Elliott presented to the city council what she believes...
Jeffrey Stewart pleads no contest, found guilty on two charges
MADISON, Neb. -- Former North Fork Area Transit manager Jeffrey Stewart, 33, pleaded no contest in Madison County District Court on Monday. 1) Theft by unlawful taking $5000/+ (Class 2A Felony) 2) Unauthorized use of a financial transaction device $5000/+ (Class 2A Felony) Stewart, after taking the plea deal, was...
Omaha minsters come together to repair MLK memorial
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Martin Luther king Memorial on 24th and Lake is getting some much needed repairs. The Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance is guiding the renovation project. The City of Omaha and Douglas County put up the dollars, and 6 News is told it took a couple of years...
Outside workers pushing through ‘gross’ Lincoln heat wave
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Outside workers were sweating in the streets of Lincoln on Monday, trying to beat the hot temperatures. On 16th Street, some workers were power washing buildings while construction crews were repaving the street from R to Vine streets. “You’re sweating, you’re feeling gross, you’re in...
IRS Properly Tossed NY Penthouse Deductions, Ex-Wife Gets Relief
Wife not involved in business decision during husband’s affair. An Omaha engineering firm can’t deduct rent it paid for the owner’s New York penthouse condo, but that owner’s ex-wife can get relief from the couple’s joint tax debts after his affair, the US Tax Court said Monday.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.