Lincoln police report 14 EBT card fraud cases since start of 2026
LINCOLN, Neb. — The Lincoln Police Department has reported 14 cases of fraud involving Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards since Jan. 1, with a total estimated loss exceeding $8,600. This amounts to an average loss of more than $615 per case. Victims have been advised to contact the Department of Health and Human...
Lincoln apartment basement fire causes $125,000 in damages
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Lincoln Fire and Rescue provided an update on Monday to the Sunday fire that occurred near Dobbins Drive and North 60th street. According to LFR, the fire started in the basement and was caused by a faulty fluorescent light fixture. The fire was contained to the...
‘Scoopy Doo’ Takes 1st Place in Lincoln’s ‘Name That Snowplow’ Contest
Eight snowplows in Lincoln will hit the streets this winter with new playful names, like SnowbrahamLincoln and Albert Icestein, after Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) announced the winners for 2025’s Name That Snowplow contest. Residents can expect to see name decals on snowplows in service by spring 2026....
Lincoln woman scammed out of $14,000 thinking she was buying a puppy
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) — A 78-year-old Lincoln woman was scammed out of $14,000 after thinking she was purchasing a pug puppy on Facebook Marketplace, according to the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office. LSO said a man who claimed he was out of Broken Bow advertised the dog for $500...
Husker Wrestling: True Freshman Cade Ziola Makes Soldier Salute Final
Nebraska sent some freshmen and backups to the Soldier Salute hosted by Iowa. In addition to their 30-6 win over UNI on Saturday night, the Huskers also sent a set of seven freshmen and backups to the Soldier Salute hosted by Iowa in Coralville this weekend. Leading the way for...
Warmer winter weather bringing more business to Railyard Ice Rink
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) -Winter isn’t over yet, and the window to enjoy the weather is still open at places like the Railyard Ice Rink. Every winter for the past four years, the Haymarket’s go-to gameday spot freezes over and turns into the city’s only outdoor ice skating rink.
Huskers Firmly in the Mix for Former 4‑Star Colorado State Linebacker
Nebraska is firmly in the mix for 4‑star Colorado State linebacker Owen Long as the Huskers push to land a top defensive target.
Nebraska comes up short in early portal battle at position of extreme need
Nebraska’s margin for error in the portal shrank after an early miss at a thin position.
Former Oklahoma State Starting Left Tackle in Process of Securing Nebraska Visit
Markell Samuel is 6-foot-4, 305 pounds, and offers over a full year of starting experience at left tackle.
How This Hidden Gem Restaurant Won Hearts in Lincoln, NE
Downtown Lincoln has plenty of spots for a quick bite before a show, but Aragon Tavern is the place locals whisper about when they want a grown-up burger night that still feels fun, relaxed, and just a little bit fancy. 🍔. Here, you get chef-level flavors—think loaded burgers, flat-iron steaks,...

















