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Interim UNL chancellor looks ahead following program cuts, resignations and buyouts

This academic year has come with several challenges for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Four departments were eliminated at UNL this school year, and the chancellor resigned. The University of Nebraska system also offered a voluntary separation program in an effort to close its more than $40 million budget gap this
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Neihardt-Black Elk Hike to celebrate 10th anniversary

LINCOLN — One of the nation’s most notable literary hikes will soon celebrate its 10th anniversary. The John Neihardt-Black Elk Hike will be held Saturday, May 30, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Sylvan Lake Trailhead in South Dakota’s beautiful Black Hills. The hike up the 7,244-foot-high Black Elk Peak commemorates the tr
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Lincoln man convicted after O Street rollover crash last Memorial Day weekend

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A man who caused a crash that sent one woman to the hospital last Memorial Day weekend in Lincoln was found guilty for DUI-causing serious bodily injury nearly a year later, according to court documents. Last Memorial Day weekend, Lincoln Police and Lincoln Fire and Rescue...
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Truck Hits Utility Pole Wednesday Afternoon Near Downtown Lincoln

LINCOLN–(KFOR May 20)–An injury accident around 1:30pm Wednesday at 9th and “G” Street left a utility pole damaged and one person with minor injuries. According to Lincoln Police, based on witness statements, a Ford Ranger was southbound on 9th Street in the far east lane at a speed above the speed limit, left the road
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Lancaster Rural Water District responds to water break in Roca

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) -The Lancaster Rural Water District announced on Thursday that the village of Roca is currently dealing with a water main break, leaving some residents without water. Officials said on Facebook that the village is aware of the issue and is working to find the leak. Stay connected...
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Matt’s First Alert 6 Forecast: Rain, thunder could disrupt your plans on Friday

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The timing of the rain and t-showers is coming into focus Friday. Yes, it does mean some delays are possible for the big outdoor events in Omaha and Lincoln. Tonight, more clouds and a few light rain showers are moving into eastern Nebraska. I expect most...
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Widespread rain, storms west overnight meander closer to home Friday

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - More moisture is on the way with widespread showers in central Nebraska overnight into early Friday and a few thunderstorms by Friday afternoon. First though, A Marginal (Level 1 of 5) risk highlights portions of the Panhandle for the potential at a couple stronger storms that may bring some gust
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3 charged in federal fentanyl trafficking case, accused of bringing over 600 pills to...

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Three people arrested in February are now facing federal charges for bringing an abundance of fentanyl to Lincoln, court records show. Elisha Pool, 33, Steven Gray, 43, and Antoine Singleton, 43, are charged with conspiracy to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute 40 grams or more
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City of Lincoln hosting numerous Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The city of Lincoln is inviting community members to three Memorial Day events on Monday. The Lincoln Memorial Day Observance Association organizes the events with assistance from the Veterans Memorial Garden Advisory Council. The ceremonies are as follows:. 8:30 a.m., Wyuka Cemetery & Funeral Ho
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‘It’s going to be a little more pricy I suppose’: Local auto repair shops...

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — With Memorial Day weekend approaching, people should prepare for a rise in the costs of oil changes at local auto shops. “It’s going to be a little pricier, I suppose.” But not at Wolfgang Auto Service. Terry Wolfgang says he hasn’t changed his...

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