Suspect repeatedly steals and consumes cough medicine at Russ’s Market, police say
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Lincoln Crime Stoppers is hoping the public can help identify a man who is accused of stealing items from a grocery store on multiple occasions. On Aug. 16, Russ’s Market near 17th and Washington Avenue reported that an employee found an empty box of medicine hidden in the drink aisle. Their...
Police identify pedestrian killed in south Lincoln collision
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Police identified the pedestrian killed in a south Lincoln collision on Sunday as 37-year-old Anthony Miller of Omaha. According to Lincoln Police, Miller was running southbound on South 27th Street near Barnard Road at 6 a.m. when a southbound vehicle struck him from behind. The pedestrian...
Lincoln Police Searching for Robitussin Shoplifter
Lincoln Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect involved in the theft of multiple items from a local grocery store. The case occurred on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the Russ’s Market near 17th & Washington Street. LPD Video Forensics Technician Becky Keller says...
Twins triumph at Nebraska State Fair with grand champion wins
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — At the Nebraska State Fair, dreams came true for competitors at the FFA State Championship Drive. The event allowed participants to showcase their swine, goats, cattle, and more in front of hundreds of spectators. Allison Vavricek, who presented a goat named Onyx, expressed her joy...
Chief Meteorologist Ken Siemek to retire after 44 years at 10/11
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - After more than four decades as the trusted voice guiding viewers through Nebraska’s weather, 10/11 Severe Weather Center Chief Meteorologist Ken Siemek has announced he will retire at the end of October. “What a privilege it has been to serve the people of Nebraska for...
Wednesday Forecast: Showers and storms possible with cooler highs likely
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - It is officially the 4th wettest start to September through the first two days in Lincoln’s history. More rain is possible Wednesday, but thankfully not as much as this past weekend. Let’s take a look at skycast. Morning and afternoon showers and storms are possible...
Work Begins on Highway 77 and Warlick Boulevard Interchange Project
Construction is officially underway on a major project to transform the U.S. Highway 77 and Warlick Boulevard intersection into a full interchange. The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) says work crews have begun on the multi-year project that will include earthwork, concrete paving, culverts, retaining...
Lincoln experts warn of using AI for mental health care
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Artificial intelligence is becoming part of our daily lives, and some teenagers are turning to chatbots for emotional support. On Tuesday, Open AI promised it will roll out guardrails to protect teens and others in mental distress by the end of 2025. This comes after...
Lancaster County Board approves more traffic safety signs near Norris campus
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — South 68th Street near Norris Public Schools is often jam-packed with cars and buses as families rush to drop off and pick up their kids. “It’s so congested,” Chief Deputy Ben Houchin said. “People are having to slow down.”. There have been...
Police launch traffic initiative focused on driver, pedestrian safety in downtown Lincoln
Authorities arrested two people following a robbery investigation in south Lincoln Tuesday morning. Link'n Lincoln: Ep. 5 "Mmmmm, Tastes So Good" In this week's episode we are talking FOOD. The best food in Lincoln. And who better to join us but Keenan Eats. Police identify pedestrian killed in south Lincoln...
