National Talent Flocks to Lincoln for Nebraska’s Battle of the Boneyard Event
As the summer recruiting calendar nears its end, the Huskers welcomed another wave of national talent to Lincoln for the second annual Battle of the Boneyard 7-on-7 tournament.
Man charged after planning assault while in jail, Lincoln police say
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A man was charged after planning an assault while in jail, Lincoln police said. Court records state that, on May 14, a man reported to Lincoln police that he was threatened by 49-year-old Gabriel Carson. Carson was in jail while making the threats, but had reportedly contacted people outside the
Saturday Evening Storm Update, Look Ahead to Father’s Day
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10 Worst Cities to Live in Nebraska in 2026, According to Crime Statistics
Nebraska is widely known for its rolling prairies, strong agricultural economy, and welcoming small-town communities. From the growing metropolitan area of Omaha to the scenic landscapes of the Sandhills, the Cornhusker State offers residents a high quality of life and a relatively affordable cost of living. However, l
Undercover Lincoln ‘Teen’ Sting Leaves Troy Man With 45-Year Prison Term
A 44-year-old man from Troy, Michigan, has been ordered to spend decades in a Nebraska prison after a Lincoln judge found he tried to lure what he believed was a 14-year-old through social media. What started as an undercover chat on a fake account ended with his arrest in Lincoln last year.
Lincoln Southeast grad wins Boys 800m Championship at Nike Outdoor Nationals
EUGENE, ORE. (KOLN) - Lincoln Southeast graduate Niles Medcalf won an event at the Nike Outdoor Nationals on Saturday. Medcalf finished first place in the Boys 800m Championship with a time of 1:49:56. Medcalf is set to compete in the Boys 400m Championship on Saturday. More details about the event...
Former Nebraska volleyball coach John Cook meets fans at Buffalo Bill Rodeo
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) -Former Nebraska volleyball coach John Cook made an appearance at the Buffalo Bill Rodeo Friday evening. He spent time signing autographs and taking pictures with fans before the rodeo began. Fans brought items to be signed, including volleyballs, shirts, and boots. Dan Halligan, a Husker fan,
Girls Who Grill Brings Nebraska Women Together Around Beef
Female influencers from across Nebraska gathered at Ruhlman’s Steakhouse in Ashland on June 16 for the Nebraska Beef Council’s “Girls Who Grill” event. The unique group included registered dietitians, media personalities, content creators and beef producers, creating an engaging atmosphere where participants could netw
UNL receives $1.4 million federal grant for nuclear energy training
LINCOLN, Neb. (WOWT) - The University of Nebraska-Lincoln received a $1.4 million federal grant for nuclear reactor safety training and workforce development. University officials said the funding will power nuclear reactor safety training and workforce development in Nebraska. The federal Department of Energy anticipa
Major South Lincoln Intersection to Close Next Week
Drivers in south Lincoln should plan for delays starting next week as a major intersection closes for pavement repairs. LTU says beginning Monday the intersection of 27th Street and Van Dorn will be fully closed to traffic. The project will also shut down through traffic on 27th Street between Sheridan...

















