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NSP encourages safe travel this Independence Day weekend
LINCOLN, NEB. — Independence Day calls for more than fireworks and freedom. With many people travelling to celebrate the holiday with friends and family, Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol will be working hard to keep Nebraska roadways safe and help motorists in need of an assist. “Our Nebraska...
Video: Flooding along Missouri River near the Missouri, Nebraska border
KMBC, a Hearst affiliate, got a new look at the flooding along the Missouri River. News Chopper 9 flew over Rulo, Nebraska in the southeast corner of the state, near the Missouri border. You can see the river is spilling over into nearby trees after flooding further north, and even...
Juwan Gary, Brice Williams talk leadership in Husker Summer Camp
Lincoln, NEB — Despite falling in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament last season, Nebraska reached the big dance for the first time since 2013. A big reason for that were contributions from some names that Husker fans won’t see in 2024. Kesei Tominaga completed his college...
A White Nebraska Man Shoots And Hurts Seven Guatemalan Immigrant Neighbors
A white Nebraska man characterized as reclusive and belligerent shot and wounded seven Guatemalan immigrants, and authorities have not ruled out racist motives. Billy Booth, 74, opened fire with a shotgun from his home in Crete at 4:30 p.m. Friday, killing about 15 individuals, the majority of whom were in the yard.
Man arrested after allegedly robbing, stealing car from Good Samaritan
TECUMSEH, Neb. (KOLN) - A man accused of robbing a Good Samaritan of his car and phone in southeast Nebraska was arrested Monday. Danger Cabellero was taken into custody after authorities in Oklahoma stopped him in the stolen car. The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office received a report around 6:50 a.m....
Missouri River now below flood level in Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Missouri River at Omaha has officially reached below flood level, now sitting at 26.85 feet. The river reached its peak in Omaha Saturday morning with a crest of 32.79 feet — a moderate flooding stage. The river is expected to continue to lower through the next few days.
Medical clinic coming to downtown Norfolk after land swap agreement clears final hurdle
A new medical clinic is coming to downtown Norfolk after the city council passed a revised land swap agreement during Monday’s bimonthly meeting. The agreement — which swaps sections of existing city green space along Seventh Street between Norfolk and Braasch avenues for other pieces of land in the vicinity of roughly equivalent square footage — hit a few roadblocks after first being presented to the council early last month.
Soft-serve survivors: How Zesto endured in Nebraska after its ice-cream empire melted
On the hottest day of July 1948 in Norfolk, a second-page ad in the local newspaper presented readers with a flavorful way to cool off. The recently opened Baldridge Zesto Shoppe touted its “new and different … high quality dairy product” that contained 6% butterfat but was “not ice cream.”
Tips To Stay Safe On Independence Day
Lincoln, NE – No matter how you celebrate Independence Day, be sure to stay safe with these tips from the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. Fireworks are meant to be enjoyed, but they can also be dangerous. According to the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), there are more than 9,000 firework-related emergencies annually. Approximately 36% of firework-related emergencies involve children under the age of 15.
Nebraska Soil and Water Conservation Society award two from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, Neb. — Two with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Panhandle Research Extension and Education Center were among those awarded at the Nebraska Soil and Water Conservation Society (NSWCS) awards night on Wednesday, June 12, in Scottsbluff. Dr. Bijesh Maharjan and Extension Educator Gary Stone received the Commendation Award which...
Three former Huskers sign with Supernovas
Nebraska was poised to have the best middle blocker duo in the nation for the 2022 season. After three All-American seasons at Penn State, Kaitlyn Hord pledged to join the Huskers for her final year of eligibility. Her counterpart, Kayla Caffey, was coming off an All-American campaign while helping NU reach the national title match. They worked out together that summer and got to know each other.
Grand Island man arrested for threatening walkers, attempted to assault officer
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — A Grand Island man is behind bars after Grand Island Police said he ran at walkers on the hike and bike trail in a threatening manner and later attempted to assault an officer. Sabre Abuhania, 32, was arrested for attempted assault on an officer and...
Nebraska State Patrol seeking missing man from Lincoln Regional Center
The Nebraska State Patrol is asking for public assistance in locating a patient who has been reported missing from the Lincoln Regional Center. Justin Daro, age 47, of David City, was reported missing on Tuesday. He is believed to have escaped from the regional center during Monday night’s severe weather in the Lincoln area.
Judge considers request for $50k to study mental health of Nikko Jenkins
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Attorneys for Nikko Jenkins on Tuesday called the hearing “well conducted and very fair.” They walked away with a decision in their favor, too, though not for what they were originally what they were there for. Nikko Jenkins is the man who in 2013...
Bank robbery reported in northwest Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Police were on the scene of a reported bank robbery in northwest Omaha on Wednesday morning. Officers were dispatched to the US Bank at 8902 Maple Road just before 9 a.m. Police describe two men dressed in black getting away with an undisclosed amount of cash....
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