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Still empty a year later, Omaha’s new $27M juvenile jail might never open as planned
The new juvenile detention center in downtown Omaha features comfortable rooms, common spaces with flat-screen TVs and orderly classrooms. “It’s sweet up here,” says Douglas County Youth Center Superintendent Rondy Woodard as he leads a tour to the building’s top floor. An expansive indoor basketball court connects...
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.
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.
Rain chances increase late; strong storms possible west in meantime
Another blissful summer morning as temperatures were seen dropping to about 60° early Friday. We’ll warm up with less cloud cover to start, before becoming partly cloudy to mostly cloudy for the back half of the day. Temperatures across Nebraska will warm up again to the 80s and...
US government must return land it took and never developed to a Nebraska tribe under new law
WINNEBAGO, Neb. (AP) — The Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska will soon get back about 1,600 acres (647 hectares) of land the federal government took more than 50 years ago and never developed. A new law will require the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to return the roughly 2.5-square-mile (6.5-square-kilometer)...
Petitions turned in seeking to stop Nebraska’s redesigned school choice law
LINCOLN — Nebraskans appear likely to vote this November on whether to repeal the revamped version of Nebraska’s first major school choice legislation in a generation. Public schools advocacy group Support Our Schools on Wednesday announced that it was turning in more than 86,000 signatures gathered from people seeking a chance to weigh in. The […] The post Petitions turned in seeking to stop Nebraska’s redesigned school choice law appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
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,...
Developer: $90M Omaha airport area business park project won’t use eminent domain
OMAHA — A development group that was awarded $90 million in public funds to prepare a business park near Omaha’s airport faced a crowd Wednesday night with a common concern: Will they be forced from their homes? “We’re not strong-arming anybody,” Michael Maroney of the Omaha Economic Development Corp. told the roughly 150 people, most […] The post Developer: $90M Omaha airport area business park project won’t use eminent domain appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
REPORT: Top tackle to take final visits before commitment
According to a recent report, the top offensive tackle in the class of 2025 may take a series of final visits before announcing his commitment next month. David Sanders Jr. will announce his decision on August 17th. Sanders will decide between Georgia, Ohio State, Tennessee, and Nebraska. Steve Wiltfong of the On3 Network has reported that the tackle will make his announcement after a series of final visits. The tackle, a five-star prospect, plays for Providence Day School in Charlotte, North Carolina. Nebraska was a late addition to Sanders’s recruitment process. When he announced it back in March, the Cornhuskers were left off his top six, but a visit to the Lincoln campus in May appears to have made an impression. The Huskers hope to get the five-star recruit on campus before August 17. FINAL 4️⃣ WHERE’S HOME ⁉️ pic.twitter.com/fVVazg8ast — David Sanders Jr. (@DavidLSandersJr) July 7, 2024 Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
Nebraska football players visit patients, families at children’s hospital
OMAHA, Neb. -- Nebraska players make an impact both on and off the field, and some student athletes made the trip to Children's Nebraska in Omaha to make their days. Patients and families at the hospital met with players and some of the coaching staff Wednesday afternoon. The Huskers joined...
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...
Kearney High alum selected in United Football League College Draft
KEARNEY, Neb. (KSNB) - The United Football League College Draft happened on Wednesday, with the rights of 80 collegiate players being distributed across the league’s eight teams. Each franchise was permitted to select 10 players. With their 10th pick, the Michigan Panthers drafted Isaiah Stalbird, a Kearney High alum...
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