At least six people have been shot in consecutive days of gun violence in Lincoln.
The mission to show Tom Cruise a good time as he prepared to film "Top Gun" in 1985 fell to Lt. Walter E. Carter, Jr., known to his fellow naval aviators as Slapshot, and to the Cornhusker state as University of Nebraska President Ted Carter.
"It's usually one play that really changes the constitution of a game," said Nebraska coach Rhonda Revelle.
Nebraska had Oklahoma State on its heels during the day, but by night, the Huskers were clearing the dugout for the last time.
“Everything I’m doing right now, I’m treating it (like) it's the last time I’m doing it,” LPS Superintendent Steve Joel said. “I try to get there a little bit early, try to stay a little bit late, try to talk to as many people as I can talk to.”
Eleven counties mailed a ballot to every registered voter this year, up from just four counties that elected to use the method four years ago.
A Freeze Warning and Frost Advisory are in effect for much of the state Saturday night. Sensitive outdoor plants should be covered or brought indoors. Here's how cold temperatures will get.
For the second time in Lincoln’s history, Joshes from far and wide gathered to defend the right to their name all the while raising $20,576 for Children’s Hospital & Medical Center.
When a Bertrand woman began a T-shirt fundraiser to aid fire departments who battled recent southwest Nebraska wildfires, she was hoping to give back about $1,000. She's now raised over $30,000, spanning 47 states.
Nebraska's plan underscores an increasing appetite throughout the West to secure water as winter snows and year-round rainfall diminish, forcing states to reallocate scarce flows in basins.
A number of new restaurants have already opened in Lincoln this year, and several more are under development.
A 13-year-old girl was shot in Omaha early Saturday morning. Police say her injuries are not life-threatening.
"They'll keep each other close," said Helena Occansey's father, "especially when you're far away from home. They'll hold onto each other."
LPD is investigating a shooting that left three people injured early Saturday morning on O Street.
A retweet from UNL's chancellor persuaded Grady Johnson to idle the planter and instead walk across the graduation stage at Memorial Stadium.
At last fall's state cross country meet, Hinrichs beat Noecker for the all-class gold by about one second. So, Noecker evened the score Friday.
The confiscated crappie and bluegill will ultimately feed the injured birds of prey at the Raptor Recovery Center.
Little Josh was catapulted into unexpected stardom as the champion of last year’s Josh Fight. The Washington Post and New York Times came calling. "The Kelly Clarkson Show," too. “It was overwhelming there for a little while."
City of Lincoln argues lawsuits alleging discrimination at police, fire departments should be tossed
Arguing against the motion, attorney Kelly Brandon said Erin Spilker had given the city a reasonable chance to work out the problem "and she was met with silence."
The 5.4 million Ukrainians who have fled the country arrived needing food, shelter and safety. Once many reached their temporary destination, they also needed medical care. Nebraskans are playing a crucial role in that regard.
A building permit indicates Crumbl Cookies is planning a Lincoln location at 6005 O St.
Henry Lee Jones, a resident of 2801 F St., was pronounced dead at a local hospital after a fight broke out around 6:30 a.m. Thursday near the intersection in front of his house, Assistant Police Chief Jason Stille said.
Tournament games, aside from third-place contests, will be played at PBA or the Devaney Sports Center — "These kids deserve to play in a championship venue."
Already cooler today than yesterday, but the coldest air is yet to come. Rain chances sticking around as well. See when rain is most likely and how chilly it will get in our complete weekend forecast.
Lincoln’s Pub opened in February at the newly developed Leighton District near 48th Street and Leighton Avenue. The restaurant is one of three to open in the development, along with Franco’s Fresh Mexican and Daq Shack.
Lincoln Southwest girls track and field team did not have a single state champion, yet the Silver Hawks won the team title — “It shows that we are a team."
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Officials from the Lincoln company also said they expect President Joe Biden to issue an executive order soon forgiving up to $10,000 of student debt per person.
In 2019, Rhonda Revelle was coming off an underwhelming season — and an investigation. Here's a look at the coach's journey "back from the ashes."
After she fled Ukraine following an invasion by Russian forces, Oksana Iziumova landed this week in Lincoln, where she was met by her daughter and her new family in Nebraska.
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OMAHA — A year after finishing with three state championships, Sterling’s Macy Richardson took home another pair of gold medals this season in the triple jump (36 feet, 7 inches) and 100 hurdles (15.17 seconds).
“I felt a little bit of pressure if not for myself,” the Lutheran senior said. “I was a little scared coming in, but I love the competition."
Maryland earned the top spot after winning the regular-season Big Ten title outright. Rutgers will make its first appearance since joining the Big Ten in 2015.
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