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Hundreds of fish killed in Lincoln lake; neighbors call for action
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – A Lincoln lake full of dead fish is causing a stir in the community. Hundreds of fish died at Spring Lake near South Coddington Avenue and West A Street. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission said someone who lives at the lake reported that the...
Iowa DNR dispatches firefighters across the US to help national wildfire management
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources Fire Program has dispatched wildland firefighters across the Rocky Mountains, West Coast and Pacific Northwest to help wildfire management efforts. What wildfires are Iowa DNR fire crews assigned to? ...
Nebraska HC Matt Rhule thinks four Big Ten teams should make College Football Playoff
Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule wants to see the Big Ten proportionally represented in the new 12-team College Football Playoff. He expressed his desire for the conference to get four annual bids during his appearance at Big Ten media days on Wednesday. After including just four teams from 2014-2024, the College Football Playoff disbanded its original format to include 12 teams starting this fall. The latest installation of the College Football Playoff will now comprise the selection committee’s five highest-ranked conference champions and its next six highest-ranked teams. The top four, which would’ve been Michigan, Washington, Texas and Alabama, will now receive a...
"Weaving a Nation" presented by Chautauqua in Norfolk
Humanities Nebraska has announced that Nebraska Chautauqua will come to Norfolk on August 2nd and 3rd with the theme “Weaving a Nation.”. The theme is in commemoration of the upcoming 250th Anniversary of the U.S. This also marks the 40th anniversary of Chautauqua for Humanities Nebraska. The word “Chautauqua”...
Anti-tobacco education night to be held in Grand Island
The Hall County Tobacco Free Coalition is teaming up with CHI Health St. Francis for a public presentation on the dangers of tobacco products. In the last two years, the American Lung Association reported a 135% increase in young people using e-cigarettes, with the number now around five million users.
First human case of West Nile Virus confirmed in local area
Grand Island, Neb. — The Central District Health Department has reported the first human case of West Nile Virus in the area. They said symptoms of WNV begin 3 to 15 days after the bite and you may experience muscle weakness, stiff neck, disorientation, fever, headache, or convulsions. They...
HUSKER FOOTBALL: Rhule Talks About Progress in Offense Heading into Fall Camp
INDIANAPOLIS–(KFOR July 24)–Nebraska head football coach Matt Rhule talked about some of the key elements he’s seen in the offense heading into fall camp, compared to a year ago during his first season with the Huskers. Rhule told KFOR’s Chris Schmidt he wants the offense to be...
Nebraska Cornhuskers fighting to finish with Big Ten rivals for top center
While the Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball team is excited to see one of its newest big man additions shining in International play, Fred Hoiberg isn’t resting on his laurels. In fact, he’s working extra hard to bring some more talent with size to Lincoln in future seasons. Those efforts...
Man charged after meth, fentanyl sent to Lincoln via FedEx
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A Lincoln man is behind bars after picking up a package filled with methamphetamine, according to police. Investigators arrested 22-year-old Miguel De La Cruz Montoya on Friday. He has since been charged with possessing more than 140 grams of methamphetamine and a money violation. Homeland Security...
Nebraska man whose dog died in subzero temps gets jail time
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A central Nebraska man was sentenced on Wednesday for leaving his dogs in the extreme cold, killing one of them. Kevin Jemison, 60, will spend a month in jail and two years on probation. In January, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office responded to Jemison’s home...
Central City Post 6 juniors win first legion state title since 1976
VALLEY, Neb. (KSNB) - The Central City/Fullerton Post 6 legion baseball team finished competition at the Class B state tournament from Chris Frank Field in Valley on Wednesday. After entering the bracket with a 25-0 record and as the only undefeated team, the program progressed to the Class B state...
Fans Defending Caitlin Clark Amid Iowa Teammate, Close Friend Jada Gyamfi's Controversial Live Stream
Social media is buzzing after current Iowa Hawkeyes player (and close friend of Caitlin Clark) Jada Gyamfi posted a live stream that included multiple insensitive "jokes" at the expense of Angel Reese and Brittney Griner. The "jokes" were made by two men off-screen (one of which is Jack ...
Preparing for a Hurricane: What Rail Shippers Need to Know
OMAHA ––In the first half of 2024, several states experienced record rainfall and dangerous flooding. With hurricane season underway, it is important for rail shippers to take steps to be prepared when extreme weather hits. Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast. According to Accuweather’s 2024 Atlantic and East Pacific Hurricane...
Nebraska Fog Advisory: Dense Fog to Lift by Mid-Morning, Clear Skies Expected
Omaha, NE – Dense fog will envelop northeast Nebraska this morning, reducing visibility significantly. The National Weather Service Omaha/Valley advises motorists to exercise caution, turn on low-beam lights, and drive slowly. The fog is expected to lift by 9-10 a.m. According to the National Weather Service, clear conditions will...
Rusty’s First Alert Forecast - Up and down in the 90s through the weekend
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - It’s a little bit warmer this morning in the lower 70s along with some patchy fog in some spots. We’ll warm up, burn off that fog and make another run into the lower 90s this afternoon. Keep in mind the elevated wildfire smoke will still make it hazy today and could last right through the weekend too.
New acrobatic show will dazzle crowds with jaw-dropping tricks with a holiday flare in December
OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha Performing Arts announced an all-new acrobatic adventure is coming to downtown this winter. Related coverage in the video above: Chronicle: Omaha's music scene. Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland fuses circus performances with classic holiday music as aerialists and acrobats wow crowds. There are new storylines, costumes,...
Open Door Mission in need of volunteers for the Celebration Carnival
OMAHA, Neb. — Open Door Mission is looking to help families in need with its annual celebration carnival for families experiencing homelessness. They say they are seeing a 30% increase in need from this time last year, according to Open Door Mission CEO and President Candace Gregory, and need the community's help.
Presidential investiture of Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, set for Sept. 5
The Board of Regents invites University of Nebraska faculty, staff and students, along with all Nebraskans, to save the date for the investiture ceremony for Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, who will be installed as the university’s ninth president on Sept. 5. The ceremony will begin at 2:30 p.m. in...
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