Officer-Involved Shooting Early Wednesday in Central Lincoln
LINCOLN–(KFOR Feb. 25)–Lincoln Police say they are investigating an officer-involved shooting that happened around 1:30am Wednesday behind the Office Depot store off of 50th and “R” Street. Chief Michon Morrow says an officer responded about an alarm going off on the backside of the building and...
UNL’s Center for Great Plains Studies to host future-focused conference March 31-April 2
LINCOLN, Neb — The Center for Great Plains Studies will mark its 50th anniversary this spring by convening an annual conference that looks ahead to the next half-century of change across the region. The “Great Plains Futures” conference is scheduled for March 31-April 2 at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln....
Nebraska adds size, experience from portal at linebacker
Nebraska defensive coordinator Rob Aurich describes why the Huskers wanted to add more at linebacker out of the portal.
Foreigner to Celebrate “Fifty Years Tour” in Lincoln This Summer
Legendary rock icons Foreigner will bring their “Celebrating Fifty Years” tour to Pinewood Bowl Theater on Thursday, August 13. The concert promises a night featuring one of the most popular rock acts in the world, performing their arsenal of timeless anthems that have defined generations. Tickets go on...
YikYak threats, vehicle theft mark this week’s crime log
Last week’s weather was about as predictable as crime across campus, with offenses ranging from threats to auto theft. On Feb. 19, an officer pulled over a car around 1:00 a.m. on North 33rd Street and Huntington Avenue for nonfunctional headlights. Upon pulling the car over, the officer determined the vehicle was...
Leadership Nebraska Honors 35 Graduates
LINCOLN, Nebraska — Leadership Nebraska celebrated the graduation of 35 distinguished leaders from across the state during a commencement ceremony held Thursday, February 19, in Lincoln. The ceremony recognized the successful completion of the program’s Class XVII and honored participants for their commitment to...
Water main bursts outside Gaylord
During Super Bowl weekend, a water main burst just outside Gaylord at the 9th & Boswell Intersection. The pipe burst majorly disturbed the pavement above, causing the whole road to be closed off. To fix the water, all of the adjacent roadway had to be cleared off. The actual repairs required water to be shut off...
LPD: Lincoln teen arrested after fleeing from officers, flashing red and blue lights
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A Lincoln teen is in jail on multiple charges after police say he fled from officers and flashed red and blue lights at police cruisers. Just after 11:45 p.m. on Sunday, an officer with the Lincoln Police Department pulled over a 2017 black Volkswagen Passat with no lights or plates on South...
Belonging, hard work and growth: Huntington Elementary named 2026 Inspire School of the Year
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) — Huntington Elementary School was named the 2026 Inspire School of the Year Tuesday, receiving a $5,000 check from the Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools. The Inspire School of the Year is the highest honor given to an LPS school or program, recognizing outstanding academic achievement...
Free Admission At Nebraska History Museum And Other State Historic Sites
(Lincoln, NE) -- Nebraska state historic sites will offer free admission this Saturday, the 28th. The Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation is celebrating Statehood Day, March 1, when Nebraska will turn 159 years old. There will be family-friendly activities from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Nebraska History...
