Lincoln man cited in crash that caused SUV with children inside to roll over
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A police report provided additional details about a two-vehicle crash that caused an SUV with children inside to rollover. On Tuesday, Lincoln Fire and Rescue were called to the area of North 66th Street and Logan Avenue at 12:08 p.m. The report shows the collision happened...
Park Middle School Marks Suicide Prevention Day with Hope Squad Event
Students and staff at Park Middle School in Lincoln joined in the global observance of World Suicide Prevention Day on Wednesday with a interactive event led by the school’s Hope Squad. The cafeteria was filled with messages of encouragement as students wrote notes on paper butterflies for a “hope...
LFR responds to crash at northeast Lincoln intersection
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Two vehicles were involved in a crash Thursday in northeast Lincoln. The crash was reported shortly after 4 p.m. at 84th and Adams streets. In videos posted to the NOW Local News App, Lincoln Fire & Rescue crews appeared to be working to remove a door on one of the vehicles.
Lincoln Honors 24th Anniversary of 9/11 with Patriot Day Ceremony
Community members gathered Thursday morning at the Veterans Memorial Garden in Antelope Park to honor the lives lost in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and the Nebraskans who later died in service to the nation. The ceremony included a wreath-laying at the Post 9/11 Monument, the Pledge of Allegiance,...
LES receives $300,000 from Google to provide affordable housing energy improvements
Lincoln Electric System has received $300,000 from Google to provide energy-efficient improvements for affordable housing units. The money will help Lincoln continue the South of Downtown Rental Rehabilitation Program, a 2023 program that in part aims to improve energy efficiency for residents in portions of the...
Lincoln Crime Stoppers looking for suspects in larceny and vandalism cases
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Lincoln Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help identifying two suspects in recent cases. On Aug. 25 around 5:30 p.m. at the 27th Street and Ticonderoga Drive bus stop, a rider was turned away from service because he was trying to bring a large wagon onto the bus.
City of Lincoln opens world’s first FitBLOCK outdoor gym
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The City of Lincoln on Thursday opened the world’s first FitBLOCK outdoor gym. The new outdoor fitness pad in Tierra Park features a system of exercise stations designed for both beginning and experienced athletes, including wheelchair users. The gym is divided into three sections:...
First responders, UNL ROTC honor 9/11 heroes with annual stair climb at Memorial Stadium
Jamie Barrier with the Down Syndrome Association for Families of Nebraska highlights the importance of raising awareness and interacting with Nebraskans who have Down Syndrome through the annual walk at Antelope Park. Lincoln woman recalls her flight diversion to Canada during 9/11 attacks. Updated: 3 hours ago. Katt...
Lincoln man gets jail for meth possession after December drug bust
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A Lincoln man was sentenced to jail Wednesday in a methamphetamine case. Jason Small, 47, got 270 days behind bars for possession of a controlled substance. Lancaster County District Court Judge Andrew Jacobsen gave him credit for 20 days already served. Small and his roommate,...
F-117A Nighthawk Goes on Display at Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum
In March 2021, we at Vintage Aviation News covered the Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum’s acquisition of a Lockheed F-117A Nighthawk for their museum in Ashland, Nebraska, just outside of Omaha. Now, after five years of restoration, the museum has placed their F-117A Nighthawk on display in the museum’s...
