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Animals killed, barn destroyed in Pillen Family Farms fire in eastern Nebraska
PLATTE COUNTY, Neb. (KOLN) - Multiple animals were killed, and a barn is considered a total loss after a fire at a hog farm owned by Gov. Jim Pillen. The blaze was first reported by the Norfolk Daily News and confirmed by Platte Center Fire and Rescue Treasurer Eric Korus. Crews were called to the Pro Pig farm south of Humphrey on Sunday around 8:20 p.m.
Omaha man sentenced to prison for bank robbery spree in Nebraska, South Dakota, North Carolina, and Iowa
OMAHA, Neb. — An Omaha man will serve time in prison after admitting to nearly two dozen bank robberies. Demitrius Alston, 34, was sentenced Wednesday in federal court to more than 19 years in prison for bank robbery, attempted bank robbery, and conspiracy to commit interference with interstate commerce by way of robbery.
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...
New educators begin teaching this week at Elgin schools
Five new teachers will be educating students this year at schools in Elgin. At Elgin Public Schools, Ahlona Landauer will teach Spanish and JH language arts. Across town at Pope John XXIII Central Catholic, there will be four new teachers (below). They are Faith Orcutt, PK-12 Music; Anita Kalvelage, elementary instructor; Calvin Nieman, English; and Rachel Pavelka, second grade. The first day of school at Pope John was August 14 (today). At EPS, the first day of classes will be Thursday, August 15.
Saint Cecilia cuts ribbon on renovated high school building
HASTINGS, Neb. – The Hastings Saint Cecilia high school building is welcoming its students back to school after two years of renovations. On Wednesday morning, Fr. Cyrus Rowan and other members of Hastings Catholic Schools cut the ribbon on the renovated high school building ahead of the first day of the 2024-25 school year.
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...
LPS reinforces cell phone policy in middle schools
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - As the new year begins for students, Lincoln Public Schools is reinforcing some rules and adding some new ones when it comes to electronics. Hall passes are now digital, and schools are seeing several improvements with the cell phone policy that was first introduced last year.
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...
Rendering of $2.2 Billion UNMC Hospital
This rendering shows the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s planned $2.19 billion hospital to be constructed on the southeast corner of Farnam Street and Saddle Creek Road. The 1.27 million sq. ft. hospital would have 556 beds. The 18-to-20-story building could be as high as 400 feet, making it the third tallest building in Omaha (fourth tallest after the Mutual of Omaha tower is completed). The NU Board of Regents last week approved $50 million to pay for design costs. Foundational construction work could begin next May. Because of the size and scope of the project, opening likely wouldn’t occur until well after 2030.
From Dierks Bentley to 'Throwback Skate Night': MECA reveals exciting August events in the metro
OMAHA, Neb. — From recurring events like fitness classes and walking club to live stage performances by Dierks Bentley and Cage the Elephant, summer isn't slowing down this August at The Riverfront. KETV's Waverle Monroe sat down with MECA Vice President of Communications Kristyna Engdahl to hear about all...
Six months later, Saline County hospital finds success as Rural Emergency Hospital
FRIEND, NEB. - Finding quality health care and immediate medical assistance can sometimes be difficult when living in rural America. However, six months ago, Friend Community Healthcare System became Nebraska's First Rural Emergency Hospital, with the goal being to lessen that burden. Hospital CEO Jared Chaffin explains. “Basically we have...
Huskers will get third visit from five-star athlete Michael Terry III
2025 five-star athlete Michael Terry will be taking another visit to Nebraska. This was reported on Wednesday by On3’s Bryan Munson. Terry is the top overall athlete in the 2025 class and the eighth overall recruit in his class from the state of Texas. Currently, the On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine has a 93.9% prediction rate for the Texas Longhorns. Terry has visited Lincoln a couple of times over the past few months. He took an official visit to the Huskers on April 26 and an unofficial visit on July 29. Terry consistently produced for Alamo Heights High School over the past three seasons. He has reported 38 catches for 623 yards and seven touchdowns, averaging 16.4 yards per catch, per statistics from MaxPreps.com. The fact that Terry is coming to Lincoln for the third time is an encouraging sign for the Huskers. He would make a rebuilding offense even more loaded and give the Huskers coaching staff another win in the state of Texas. No specific date has been set for Terry’s third visit to campus. Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
College Football Season Preview: Nebraska Cornhuskers Win Total Preview, Prediction and Best Bets
OVER 7.5 (-125) Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook. Nebraska’s offense will be an improved unit this season, relying on high pedigree recruits and transfers to pick up the slack from last season. Highly touted freshman quarterback Dylan Raiola appears to be the starting quarterback this season. Raiola put together a...
Second man arrested in deadly shooting in west Lincoln parking lot
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – A second man was arrested Wednesday in connection to a deadly shooting last month in west Lincoln. The Lincoln Police Department said Kaeylab Gonzales, 20, was taken into custody after a search warrant was served at his home. He is lodged in the Lancaster County...
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.
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