Lincoln man sentenced in wrong-way Highway 2 crash
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Lincoln man involved in a crash last year that sent both him and one other to the hospital was sentenced Monday. David Haldeman, 64, was sentenced to 45 days in jail after being found guilty of a DUI causing serious bodily injury. He has two days credit for time served.
Lincoln Regional Center hosts 16th annual mental health awareness walk
LINCOLN, Neb. — The Lincoln Regional Center (LRC) is set to host its 16th Annual Walk for Mental Health Awareness on Friday, Oct. 10. The event aims to unite individuals with lived experience and care providers, promoting mental health resources and support for all Nebraskans. Mitchell Bruening, LRC Hospital...
True crime’s impact on victims’ families explored in new research
LINCOLN, Neb. — True crime media, while popular and often helpful in keeping criminal cases in the public eye, can also exacerbate the trauma experienced by victims' families, according to new research by Kelli Boling of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and Danielle Slakoff of California State University,...
The Savannah Bananas are coming to Lincoln in 2026
The Savannah Bananas, the inventors of "Banana Ball," announced Lincoln as one of their stops for their 2026 schedule
‘Conversations on a Bench’ aims to help change perception on homelessness
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - Current and former residents at Crossroads Mission Avenue and community members shared their personal stories Thursday and Friday with the public through “Conversations on a Bench,” a national program designed to educate the community about homelessness and challenge common misconceptions....
Retired US Army officer sentenced to nearly 6 years for sharing classified info on...
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A retired Army officer who worked as a civilian for the Air Force has been sentenced to nearly six years in prison for conspiring to transmit classified information about Russia’s war with Ukraine on a foreign online dating platform. David Slater was sentenced Wednesday...
40 Lincoln businesses ticketed for selling tobacco to minors, LPD reports
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Several businesses were cited over the summer for selling tobacco to minors, the Lincoln Police Department says. On Friday, LPD released the results from its alcohol and tobacco compliance project, which ran from July to September. During the project, LPD assigned undercover officers to work...
Wanted Pennsylvania man arrested after chase in central Nebraska, patrol says
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – A wanted Pennsylvania man was caught early Friday morning after a chase in central Nebraska, the state patrol says. At about 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, the Nebraska State Patrol received info that a man wanted in Pennsylvania was believed to be traveling through the state.
Star City Buzz: Events happening October 10-12
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Here are some events happening around Lincoln for the weekend of October 10-12. Pumpkin Patches. Bellevue Berry and Pumpkin Patch (Sat. and Sun.): Great Pumpkin Roundup and Ranch of Terror & Haunted Hayride until Oct. 31. Daytime hours: Mon. - Thurs. from 9 a.m. to 8:30...
Lincoln mayor highlights workforce, infrastructure and housing during ‘State of the City’ address
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Lincoln Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird highlighted the successes seen in affordable housing, workforce development and infrastructure during this year’s State of the City address. Mayor Gaylor Baird delivered the annual address before the annual Lincoln Leadership event at the Cornhusker Hotel...

















