Lincoln Parks and Rec Offering Free Activities for ‘America 250’
Lincoln Parks and Recreation has announced several free events and activities to celebrate the United States’ semiquincentennial (250th) anniversary. Director Maggie Stuckey-Ross says activities are for residents of all ages and will be available throughout the year. “We hope you’ll join us in making this anniversary...
Lincolnites prepare ahead of O Street Project construction kickoff
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – People and businesses thriving in part of the downtown area of Lincoln are gearing up for a long-anticipated road project. The O Street Project aims to enhance the area by creating more economic opportunities for Lincolnites. Lincoln Transportation and Utilities announced that construction for...
Gov. Pillen Issues New Order Rescinding Burn Ban
LINCOLN, Neb. – Today, Governor Jim Pillen rescinded his most recently issued burn ban, which clears the way for burn permits to be issued through the authority of local fire chiefs or designated department members. The new executive order (2610) cites a reduction in the potential for drought-related emergencies...
Overnight rain brings relief, but drought persists across Nebraska
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Overnight and early morning rainfall brought some relief to drought-stricken parts of Nebraska, but the latest drought monitor shows the crisis is far from over. The U.S. Drought Monitor, released Thursday morning, reveals three distinct patches of extreme drought across the state that have now...
This Day in History – April 1: Charles Lindbergh learns to fly in Lincoln
April 1, 1922 - Charles Lindbergh came to Lincoln for flight school on April 1, 1922. He attended the Lincoln Standard Aircraft Company’s flight school under the instruction of I. O. Biffle. After a month of training, Biffle decided Lindbergh could fly on his own, though he did not...
Jensen earns three Freshman of the Week honors
LINCOLN - Nebraska softball two-way star Alexis Jensen was named the National Freshman of the Week by Softball America, D1 Softball and Softball on Sports Illustrated, the organizations announced Tuesday. Jensen went 2-0 in the circle last weekend and helped the then-No. 9 Huskers to a series win over then-No....
Former Lincoln teacher accused of inappropriately touching four students enters plea
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A former Lincoln Public Schools teacher accused of inappropriately touching multiple students entered a plea Thursday. Daniel Holmberg, 62, of Lincoln, pleaded not guilty to four counts of sexual abuse by a school employee, including two second-degree charges and two third-degree charges. His...
Huskers Gear Up for Big Ten Championships at Home
No. 4 Nebraska is set to host the Big Ten Championships at Pinnacle Bank Arena on April 3-4. Friday, April 3, will be the team and all-around competition. Saturday, April 4, will be individual event finals. The teams competing are No. 2 Michigan, No. 4 Nebraska, No. 5 Ohio State, No. 6 Penn State and No. 7 Illinois.
Lincoln couple searching for answers after 8-month-old suddenly dies
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) — Officers are investigating, and a Lincoln couple is left without clear answers after their 8-month-old son suddenly died last month. The Lincoln Police Department was called to a home in west Lincoln on March 24 around 11:20 a.m. on the report of a medical emergency. An 8-month-old was...
Man accused of pointing rifle at another vehicle near Lincoln High School
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A Lincoln man accused of aiming a semi-automatic rifle at a vehicle near Lincoln High School in June 2025 made his first court appearance on Thursday. Sammy Thomas, 20, is charged with terroristic threats and use of a firearm to commit a felony. His bond was set at 10% of $250,000.
