‘It’s incredible’: Branched Oak Observatory sees increase in interest after Artemis II launch
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The Artemis II mission is piquing interest across the capital city. At the Branched Oak Observatory, the historical trek through space is hitting close to home. “It’s very exciting because we haven’t done this in over 50 years,” said Matt Anderson, the Co-Founder and Executive...
Accumulating snow expected tonight in eastern Nebraska; unsettled pattern continues through weekend
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Accumulating snow is increasingly likely for parts of eastern Nebraska overnight Monday into Tuesday morning, with the heaviest snow expected north and northeast of Lincoln where 1-3 inches if not more could fall. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory from 10 p.m....
LPD Investigating Two Swatting Calls in South Lincoln From Saturday
LINCOLN–(KFOR Apr. 6)–Someone kept Lincoln Police busy for no reason on Saturday night. Two swatting calls were placed to the 911 center, first to the Stop and Shop off of 33rd and Yankee Hill Road from an unknown male, who said he shot his mother. Police responded and found nothing unusual and while they were talking with an employee, another call was made to...
Hundreds head to daVinci’s for annual Easter lunch
Over the past four decades, thousands have come to the daVinci’s on 11th and G streets for their Easter lunch, but not one of them has ever spent a dime.
Several Nebraska law enforcement agencies warns of traffic-enforcement impersonation scam
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Several Nebraska law enforcement agencies are warning people about a fake traffic enforcement scam. According to the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office, the text message is sent to a victim and says that the recipient has not paid an outstanding traffic violation and that the matter is now under court enforcement. The scam encourages immediate action, noting a number of penalties for...
Nebraska parents could get more flexibility with college savings plans under new bill
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) — As the average cost of college has more than doubled in the 21st century, according to Education Data Initiative, new legislation in Nebraska hopes to expand educational savings accounts and their uses. At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the cost of college could run almost $30,000...
Capital Humane Society receives $6,500 grant to save 66 cats and dogs
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Capital Humane Society has been awarded a $6,500 Rachael Ray Save Them All grant from Best Friends Animal Society, a leading national animal welfare organization working to save cats and dogs in America’s shelters. The grant supports lifesaving in Lincoln through shelter intake diversion programming....
Lincoln council approves sober living home expansion under fair housing law
LINCOLN, NEB — The City Council on Monday approved a resolution allowing a local recovery home to expand its capacity. Resolution 26R-147 applies to Oxford House Hansen Manor near 12th and E Street. The council granted a “reasonable accommodation” under the Fair Housing Act, allowing up to eight unrelated people in recovery to live together, up from the usual limit of three. Parking requirements were...
🎓 Multiple Education & Training Jobs in Lancaster County, NE
Education jobs are popping up all over Lancaster County right now — from classroom trainers to online tutors. Whether you love teaching in person or virtually, there’s something here for you.
Day Without Shoes Collection Drive Underway in Lincoln
A community-wide effort to help those in need is stepping off on the right foot. Pastor Tom Barber with the People’s City Mission says the annual “Day Without Shoes” collection drive is now underway and the goal is to provide footwear for homeless and needy individuals. “Last...













