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Nebraska researchers are focusing on the special challenges of preventing and treating drug abuse and addiction in rural areas. Scientists are studying a host of issues among people who depend on drugs, including how community dynamics can limit treatment options. Most of the addiction research done so far has...

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Lincoln Fire and Rescue were called to a fire in the Everett Neighborhood on Monday. The fire was reported at an apartment near South 11th and G streets at 1:58 p.m. LFR said the fire started in the basement. A person called in for a fire...

The Saunders County Sheriff’s Office stopped two drivers for extreme speeding during traffic enforcement on county roads. One driver was clocked at 105 MPH. Another reached 109 MPH and was arrested for DUI. Deputies urge all drivers to slow down, drive sober, and obey speed limits to keep local roads safe.

Lancaster County’s job market is buzzing with opportunities in sales and marketing—from entry-level remote roles to leadership positions with six-figure potential. Here are several openings worth checking out this week:

Healthcare jobs are picking up fast in Seward County, with contract roles offering solid weekly pay and flexible schedules. If you’re a nurse or CNA looking for your next assignment, these openings from Favorite Healthcare Staffing are worth a look.

Monday will continue the trend of warmer temperatures, reaching near-record highs during the afternoon. High temperatures cool as precipitation chances arrive for the middle of the work week. Temperatures will be mild this evening across southeast Nebraska. Overnight lows by Monday morning are expected to be close to...

ASUN is getting ready to host a Fire Safety Awareness and Educational event aimed at improving students' situational awareness during emergencies. The training is scheduled for April 3 from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., at Husker Hall. The event includes three 20-30 minute sessions, beginning at 12:30 p.m., 1:00 p.m. and...

Starting in 2026, The Garbage Company – Waste Collections will switch Crete’s Thursday residential recycling route to an every-other-week schedule. The first collection under the new schedule is set for Thursday, April 2, 2026. This change affects households on the Thursday recycling route within Crete, Nebraska.

Three candidates — Mark L. Kovarik of Gering, Danielle J. Fliam of Lincoln, and Brendan J. Rice of Scottsbluff — are being considered for appointment as County Court Judge in Nebraska’s Twelfth Judicial District, which covers 11 western counties. The vacancy follows the retirement of Judge James M. Worden.

With several winning streaks coming to an end and upsets happening around the country, a major shakeup has taken place within Softball America’s Top 25 Rankings.