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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...
Drivers to get huge $6,700 one-time payment from $50 million settlement if they had cars repaired – see who qualifies
CHEVY and GM diesel owners equipped with a large displacement V8 and a specific fuel pump could be seeing a substantial payday. The settlement covers drivers in seven states, with some being paid up to $12,700. Chevrolet and GMC, both brands under General Motors, have reached a preliminary settlement for...
Former Nebraska Senator to Step Down from University of Florida Post
GAINESVILLE, FL–(KFOR July 19)–Former Nebraska U.S. Senator Ben Sasse announced Thursday he’s stepping down from his position as president of the University of Florida, effective July 31, after nearly two years. In a statement, Sasse said his resignation comes after his wife Melissa’s recent health diagnosis.
Friday Midday Forecast: Mostly dry to kick off the weekend
THIS AFTERNOON: Partly cloudy with a 20% chance of rain and storms mainly in Deep East Texas. Highs in the upper-80s to low-90s. Wind: NE 10 mph. TONIGHT: Partly cloudy with lows in the upper-60s to low-70s. Wind: NE 5 mph. TOMORROW: Partly cloudy with a 20% chance of rain and storms area-wide. Highs in […]
Signatures submitted for Nebraska veto referendum on private education scholarship funding bill
Support Our Schools, a campaign sponsored by the Nebraska State Education Association, submitted over 86,000 signatures to the Nebraska Secretary of State on July 17 for a veto referendum targeting a partial repeal of Legislative Bill 1402 (2024). LB 1402 authorizes the state treasurer to administer an education scholarship program with a $10 million budget beginning in fiscal year 2024-2025. The program would distribute scholarships to eligible students to cover all or part of the cost of attending any nongovernmental, privately operated elementary or secondary school in the state that fulfills all accreditation requirements. The law would prioritize students based on household income level with those whose household income level does not exceed 185% of the federal poverty level prioritized first.
Lincoln Man Arrested For Stealing Drugs From Shooting Scene
LINCOLN–(KFOR July 17)–Lincoln Police on Tuesday arrested a 25-year-old man suspected of taking drugs from the scene of a shooting on July 5 outside the Russ’s Market at Coddington and West “A” Streets. Jose Reyes is accused of taking marijuana from the truck of 25-year-old...
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...
Gofundme account established for Norfolk drowning victim
The family of Erick Ponce Herrera is turning to the community for help after Ponce Herrera tragically drowned over the weekend. Ponce Herrera’s cousin, Nathalie Grenada has created a gofundme account to help Ponce Herrera’s expecting fiancée Nayla with funeral costs.
EXCLUSIVE: NU System President Dr. Gold discusses NU returning to AAU
Eric McKay sat down with NU System President Dr. Jeff Gold to discuss his thoughts on Nebraska potentially returning to the prestigious Association of American Universities. Hear what Dr. Gold has to say.
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