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Rollover crash leaves one injured in northeast Lincoln
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A man was injured in a rollover crash in northeast Lincoln on Wednesday morning. Crews were called to the intersection of North 64th Street and Morrill Avenue just after 8 a.m. Crews discovered a two-vehicle crash with one vehicle on its side. A 2005 Monterey Mercury...
Motorcyclist arrested after fleeing traffic stop, driving recklessly in downtown Lincoln, police say
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A motorcyclist was arrested in downtown Lincoln after police say he was spotted driving recklessly and fled from officers. Around 7:30 p.m. Monday, Lincoln Police officers tried to pull over a motorcyclist for several traffic violations near South 9th and M streets. LPD said the motorcyclist refused to stop and fled the scene.
Grand Island man faces charges of terroristic threats
Grand Island, Neb. — A Grand Island faces charges, accused of threatening a group of juveniles with a firearm. Jason Jelinek, 45, is charged in Hall County Court with terroristic threats, child abuse and possession of a firearm while committing a felony. According to an arrest affidavit, around 7:30...
US 75 is cleared after debris blocks traffic, caused major backups
Expect delays on Highway 75 for northbound drivers ahead of your Thursday commute. Debris is blocking two right lanes near the Hamilton Street exit. There is ongoing construction on the Hamilton Bridge, which sits above Highway 75. Omaha police are in the area working to clear the debris from the...
Windy Hills and Buffalo Hills to share building for 2024-25 school year
KEARNEY, Neb. (KSNB) - Kearney Public Schools kicks off a new school year on Thursday, and students at Windy Hills and Buffalo Hills Elementary will return to school to a unique situation. Windy Hills is currently undergoing major renovations, which is why the faculty, staff and students will move into...
New superintendent makes his rounds on Omaha’s first day of school
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Wednesday marked the first day of the 2024-25 school year at Omaha Public Schools for sixth graders, eighth graders, and kindergartners. And for the district, there’s a new sheriff in town: Superintendent Matt Ray made an appearance at Belvedere Elementary School this morning. “This morning...
Dennis Schaardt Inducted Into Cured Meats Hall of Fame
During its annual convention in Omaha, the American Association of Meat Processors elected the newest member into the Cured Meats Hall of Fame. The 2024 inductee is Dennis Schaardt, president/CEO/COO of Den’s Country Meats in Table Rock, Neb. At just 19 years old, Schaardt bought the meat locker from...
Nebraska Volleyball coach hurt in Paris crash following Olympics
PARIS, IDF — Nebraska assistant volleyball coach Jordan Larson was in a car crash in Paris, France, following the 2024 Paris Olympics. In an Instagram story, the four-time Olympian said her Uber driver hit a pole. The crash left a scar on her face. Watch: Nebraska volleyball discusses upcoming...
Minnesota governor and vice presidential candidate Tim Walz to hold Omaha rally Saturday
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris' vice presidential pick, will hold a campaign rally in his home state of Nebraska on Saturday, just across the Iowa border in Omaha. The rally was announced via text to Democratic supporters Wednesday afternoon. "We are excited to invite you to a rally with...
Clark's Custom Meat Co. wins national award at ACMC event in Nebraska
(ELIZABETHTOWN, Pa.) Clark's Custom Meat Co., a St. Joseph, Mo. cured meats manufacturer and seller, recently participated in the American Cured Meat Championships (ACMC) in Nebraska and won an award. According to a media release from the American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP) who also conducted the event in partnership...
Elba Man Killed In Accident Near Palmer
PALMER- At 7:19 a.m. Sunday, Merrick County Sheriff Deputies were called to Highway 92 near 4th Road in rural Merrick County near Palmer regarding a two-vehicle injury accident. A preliminary investigation revealed that a car was traveling westbound on Highway 92, crossed the center of the roadway into the eastbound...
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