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Family fights for continued awareness of dyslexia, grateful for eight years of Nebraska legislation
LINCOLN — Norah Schmidt loves reading, particularly dystopia and romance novels, but the high school senior recalls when that wasn’t always the case because of a learning disability: dyslexia. Norah, 17, remembers being pulled out of class for timed readings where staff would hold a stopwatch and track how quickly she could read and if she […]
Two Arrested In Nebraska From Utah Gang Shooting: KSUB News Summary
Two Sudanese gang members are in custody in Nebraska in connection with the shooting death of a 17-year-old Judge Memorial Catholic High School student athlete last month. Authorities say the victim was an innocent bystander. The shots that were fired in a West Valley parking lot were not meant for Nuer Deng who was a member of the high school basketball team. He was seated in the back seat of a car on July 13th when he was hit by gunfire. He was taken to a local hospital and later died. Mare Biel of Arizona and 17-year-old Bevan Kuajian of West Valley City, were charged today in 3rd District Court in Douglas County with murder, a first-degree felony and other charges. Kuajian was 16 at the time of the shooting. Both teens fled to Omaha after the crime.
Casino reshuffles the deck for favorite view of the Nebraska State Fair
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — Along with the smell of corn dogs, change is in the air at Fonner Park. The new casino is sure to be in the background of many photos but for one shutterbug it may affect his quest for the perfect photo. One sight stands out...
Wisconsin man arrested for drug charges after crashing into semi-truck during pursuit with Nebraska State Patrol
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — A Wisconsin man was arrested for drug-related charges after crashing into a semi-truck during a pursuit with Nebraska state troopers. Around 7:20 p.m. Thursday, a trooper saw an eastbound Cadillac Escalade speeding on Interstate 80 near Grand Island, the Nebraska State Patrol said. The trooper...
Nebraska Volleyball 2024: Tickets, Roster & Championship Hopes
There’s no place like Nebraska. Especially this volleyball season as the Huskers chase a return to the national title game. Nebraska’s season fell short last year in the championship match as the No. 1 team in the nation was swept by Texas. A heartbreaking loss, the Huskers aren’t just back in 2024. They’re better, ready to repeat a nearly undefeated season and this time claim the championship for the first time since 2017. The best part? Nearly everyone is back. Nebraska lost no players to graduation, returning their core group of freshmen as well as now-seniors Lexi Rodriguez and Merritt…
Leadership in Nebraska needs to rise to the occasion
People should not be afraid to call out elected officials from their own political parties, especially when they are out of their depth. So, no matter what you think of any of the property tax plans considered by the Nebraska Legislature, it is clear that Gov. Jim Pillen mismanaged this entire special session from the […]
Stop comparing Dylan Raiola to past Husker QBs
Inside Nebraska's Zack Carpenter and Tim Verghese break down Matt Rhule's most recent press conference, when he focused primarily on Dylan Raiola being announced the starting QB for UTEP as well as Nebraska shifting their focus to preparing for game one of the 2024 season. They take a look back at the spring game to analyze how the Huskers' offense will be driven by what makes Raiola special and plead for everyone to stop comparing him to past Nebraska QBs such as Adrian Martinez. The guys also touch on one of the Huskers' fall camp practices in which the linemen...
Bassett, Cozad, Lexington, North Platte airports receive FAA grant funds
In June and July, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $18 million to 24 airports across the state. The grant funds are part of a nationwide initiative to enhance airfield safety and infrastructure. As a part of the grand money awarded, Rock County Airport in...
'On the brink of becoming a great nation for all': Martin Luther King III makes appearance in Omaha as guest of honor
Less than a day after his appearance at the Democratic National Convention, Martin Luther King Jr.'s son, Martin Luther King III, spoke to Nebraska leaders and advocates with a common theme. "What you put out in the world is what you get back," King said as he spoke as the...
Events happening in Lincoln this weekend
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - If you’re looking for something to do this weekend in the Capital City, here are a few ideas courtesy of the Friday Fast Facts compiled by “Visit Lincoln.”. FLATWATER SHAKESPEARE COMPANY PRESENTS “HAMLET”. 7pm Thurs.-Sun.; $20 Adults, $18 Seniors (65+), $16 Students, $5...
‘Slap in the face’: Students, professors react to UNL shutting down Office of Diversity and Inclusion
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - By outward appearances, it’s a bright week on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s campus as freshman in the class of 2028 make it their home for the first time. But already, a shadow’s been cast over the semester. Some say the administration’s decision to cut the Office of Diversity and Inclusion calls into question whether UNL will still be home to everyone.
2024 Nebraska Volleyball Preview: Middle Blocker
Volleyball season is here in Nebraska. The Big Ten preseason favorite Huskers will head into the season ranked second nationally in the AVCA Coaches Poll, but first they’ll give the fans an early look at this year’s squad in Saturday’s Red-White Scrimmage. To get Husker fans ready...
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