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Scattered showers and storms Sunday night
Severe weather is possible by Sunday afternoon into the evening hours. The stronger storms staying west of Lincoln and in the middle of the state . A marginal risk still in effect for the panhandle and parts of eastern Nebraska. Damaging wind is the main concern with these storms. There...
Omaha Residents Prepare for Overnight Storms Sunday with 60 MPH Winds Through 2 AM Monday
Omaha, NE – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Omaha/Valley has issued a severe weather alert for Sunday evening, with strong to possibly severe thunderstorms expected to bring wind gusts up to 60 mph. According to the NWS, the threat window spans from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. The...
CHI Birth Center announces they will no longer deliver babies
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A Lincoln birth center is transitioning from delivering babies to a clinic-only model. CHI Health said their Lincoln Birth Center will make the transition beginning on Sept. 1. The hospital system said the decision is a result of financial challenges and fewer women meeting the requirements...
McVeigh, Tominaga make Olympic debuts
LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska Athletics) – A pair of former Husker basketball players made their Olympic debuts on Saturday during the first full day of action at the Paris Olympics. Jack McVeigh keyed a win for Australia against Spain, while Keisei Tominaga and Japan dropped its opener to the defending FIBA World Champions.
Teen Train Terror: Nebraska Kid Derails Train for YouTube Fame – We Have The Crazy Video!
OMAHA, NE – A Nebraska teen’s quest for YouTube fame took a shocking turn as he allegedly derailed trains just for some “insane” footage! The 17-year-old, whose identity remains under wraps, is now facing serious charges. We have the video of this shocking act towards the end of this article – don’t miss it!
After a shaky start, Micah Mazzccua continues to shine on Nebraska’s offensive line
Micah Mazzcua's Nebraska career started a bit rocky in adjusting to Matt Rhule's "standards." Now, he's in line to be the No. 1 left guard. The post After a shaky start, Micah Mazzccua continues to shine on Nebraska’s offensive line appeared first on On3.
Nebraska Heat Wave Intensifies: Highs Expected to Reach 109 Degrees Next Week
Omaha, NE – Nebraska is set to experience scorching temperatures next week, with highs potentially reaching 109 degrees. The National Weather Service Omaha/Valley Nebraska reports that hot conditions will persist through midweek, peaking on Tuesday and Wednesday. According to the NWS, temperatures today will range from 89 to 94...
Nebraska Volleyball 2024 Position Preview: Middle Blocker
HuskerOnline dives into each position group in this annual position preview series. Next is the Huskers' middle blockers' group, which added a transfer and has three middles who started in 2023. The post Nebraska Volleyball 2024 Position Preview: Middle Blocker appeared first on On3.
Garfield man hospitalized in Pawnee County rollover crash
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — A Garfield, Kansas, man was rushed to the hospital in suspected serious condition after a rollover crash in Pawnee County on Saturday morning. The Kansas Highway Patrol said the crash happened at approximately 5:45 a.m. on U.S. Highway 56, four miles west of Garfield. The man, 49, was driving east on […]
Meet Eddie from Helping Hands Humane Society
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Every Friday we meet a furry friend in need of adoption from Helping Hands Humane Society. Eddie is a 7 year old pit bull mix. He’s going through heartworm treatment right now. Eddie is available to foster, or foster-adopt.
Hutch CC Football Coach Drew Dallas at Media Day
The Hutchinson Community College football team has been picked to defend its 2023 KJCCC championship this season in the 2024 KJCCC Coaches' Preseason Poll. Teams in the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference (KJCCC) warmed up the mics for football media day at Riverfront Stadium on Friday with Hutchinson Community College selected to defend its conference crown in the preseason poll.
Shawnee Heights’ Kaydence Torrez commits to Wichita State Volleyball
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Shawnee Heights star volleyball player Kaydence Torrez is Division I bound. The incoming senior recently announced her commitment to play at Wichita State. Torrez had several offers, but got the at-home feeling with the Shockers. “The campus is amazing. The coaches are probably the best coaches...
Hoisington man one of FHSU's 2024 Alumni Award recipients
Fort Hays State University will honor six exemplary alumni during Homecoming, which is scheduled for October 3-5. “This group of individuals demonstrates the versatility of our graduates across all fields and disciplines. We couldn’t be more excited to celebrate them and acknowledge their incredible work,” said FHSU President Dr. Tisa Mason.
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