Burglars target Lincoln vape shop overnight, police say
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Lincoln Police are investigating a burglary at a vape shop that occurred early Wednesday morning. Officers responded to Cloud 9 Smoke and Vape Co., located near 11th and G streets, just after 1 a.m. Two people broke down a door to get into the building and...
Strong winds broke records, along with trees, buildings and budgets, in Nebraska this year
Rick Peters had a 30-foot pine tree in the backyard of his Lincoln home until Aug. 9, when wind gusts of 90 mph came through the Capital City and much of eastern Nebraska. “It took this healthy tree and basically broke it off at the base of the trunk and it blew over on our neighbor’s garage, essentially destroying...
Federal funding freeze to Daycares now expanded to all 50 states
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The decision to freeze funding to daycare centers across all 50 states came out one day before most daycare centers and federal agencies close their offices due to the holiday. Many organizations acknowledge the difficulty the timing creates as they attempt to have their questions...
Nebraska vape registry law forces retailers to pull popular brands from shelves
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Popular vape brands disappeared from Nebraska store shelves Wednesday as a new state registry law took effect, forcing retailers to remove thousands of dollars worth of inventory. LB 1204, passed in March 2024, bans the sale of all vaping products not approved by the Nebraska Vape...
Nebraska Locked in Fierce Battle for 4‑Star Defensive Lineman
The Huskers are pushing hard for four‑star defensive lineman Dylan Berymon, and his upcoming official visit could shape the direction of his recruitment.
Lincoln Children’s Museum rings in the new year with noon balloon drop
LINCOLN, Neb. — The Lincoln Children's Museum celebrated the new year with a unique twist, hosting a countdown at noon instead of midnight. The event featured a massive balloon drop from the upper level, releasing 2,400 balloons over three stories. Ellie Charter noted, "Today is a very special day for attendance,...
Jeff Sims posts Career Performance in Final Collegiate game, but Falters Late in Loss
EL PASO, Texas – Turnovers have been the Achilles’ heel of sixth-year senior quarterback Jeff Sims for his entire career. Sims thought he’d exorcised such demons when he went the first 58 minutes of the game against Duke without a turnover–until an interception on the final, potentially game-winning drive.
Nelson puts together strong audition for bigger role in 2026
LAS VEGAS — For the first couple offensive possessions of the Las Vegas Bowl, young Nebraska running backs Mekhi Nelson and Isaiah Mozee picked up right where Emmett Johnson left off. On the opening offensive possession for the Huskers, Nelson cut back and raced 38 yards for the opening...
Lincoln welcomes first baby of 2026 at Bryan Medical Center
LINCOLN, Neb. — Bryan Medical Center has announced the arrival of Lincoln's first baby of 2026. The administration, staff and volunteers extended their heartfelt congratulations to Paige and Andrew Petts on the birth of their daughter, referred to as "Baby girl Petts." She was born at 12:21 a.m., delivered...
North Lincoln garage destroyed in August fire catches fire again due to illegal fireworks
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A destroyed north Lincoln garage caught fire again on Thursday due to illegal New Year’s fireworks. The fire was reported at 11:16 a.m. near Potter and North 31st streets. According to LFR, the garage had previously been destroyed after a fire back in August 2025....
