Lincoln NE

The Lincoln Journal Star in Nebraska has hired Tomer Ronan as a business reporter. He previously was a government reporter for the Sugar Land/Missouri City and Katy/Fulshear editions of Community Impact. He joined CI in June 2025 after graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he studied journalism...

LINCOLN, Neb. (Nebraska Athletics ) - Max Buettenback’s two-run homer in the second inning provided the early spark and Ty Horn struck out six across five innings to lead No. 24 Nebraska to a 6-5 win against Indiana on Friday night at Hawks Field at Haymarket Park. Nebraska (20-6,...

April kicks off the 2026 Nebraska Science Festival and an array of science- and technology-related activities for every age and interest, beginning April 1 – no fooling – with the “Walk to the Moon” monthlong challenge. Presented by the University of Nebraska Medical Center, the annual...

Nebraska leaders marked Severe Weather Awareness Week (March 23–27) by recognizing students who created standout posters promoting safety and preparedness. Lt. Governor Joe Kelly and NEMA Director Craig Strong announced the winners during a proclamation event in Lincoln.

Connor Booth ran for a 32-yard touchdown on the final play of the game as Team Nebraska beat Team Huskers in the 2026 Red/White Game, 22-17, Saturday at Memorial Stadium. Booth rushed for 82 yards on 15 carries. The game was debut of UNLV transfer quarterback Anthony Colandrea, the Cornhuskers’...

LINCOLN–(KFOR Mar. 28)–Beginning Wednesday, April 1, Lincoln garbage collectors will collect grass and leaves (yard waste), separately from household trash. State law requires that from April 1 through November 30, yard waste must be separated from other household waste. Tree trimmings, garden waste, and weeds may be...

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The Nebraska Department of Transportation on Friday announced a road project on Highway 2. According to NDOT, the project is scheduled to start on April 6 on a stretch of road about a mile long just west of Palmyra. Work includes grading, culverts, concrete pavement...

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — What started as a normal night of fun for Carl Bouges quickly turned into a brush with death. He was dancing the night away at Cappy’s Bar & Grill when he suddenly collapsed from a heart attack. April Barker, a retired nurse, rushed in...

A major effort is underway to tackle hunger and homelessness in the capital city. Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach has launched a new three-year, 2.5 million dollar campaign called “Hope Lives Here,” aimed at expanding food access, housing services, and long-term stability for those in need. Leaders say...

The third "No Kings" protests took place across the state and nation, with many bringing in messages about immigration and the war in Iran. Nebraska joined the rest of the country in holding 'No Kings' protests in Lincoln, Omaha, Kearney and more, after previous gatherings in October and June of last year. On...