Lincoln bookstore taking donations for those in need during the government shutdown
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — With the ongoing government shutdown leaving many without access to much-needed resources, one local bookstore is stepping up. “The only reason they’re not getting this stuff is because the government’s shut down? Why would we be punishing poor people or people with food insecurity?” said Tory...
Aerie to open first store in Lincoln
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Aerie, a popular clothing store, will be opening its first location in Lincoln on Nov. 7. Gateway Mall made the announcement on Tuesday, saying Aerie, which is owned by American Eagle Outfitters, would occupy a 3,900-square-foot space between Torrid and Rue21. To celebrate the grand opening,...
Man accused of killing girlfriend in northeast Lincoln home being held without bond
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The man accused of killing 43-year-old Tracy Henman was seen in court for the first time Tuesday. Joshua Meyers, 40, was officially charged with first-degree murder. A judge also ordered Meyers to be held without bond. Court documents provided more of a timeline leading up...
Sweet treats, bitter costs: Cocoa prices surge for Lincoln chocolatiers
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Halloween is right around the corner, and chocolate shops across Lincoln are feeling the bittersweet impact of rising costs. From global cocoa shortages to new tariffs in 2025, some small businesses in Lincoln said the price of keeping things sweet is higher than ever. From...
Seward library searching for answers after major book distributor ceases operations
SEWARD, Neb. (KLKN) — Library shelves may be seeing some loss after the news that Baker and Taylor — a 200-year-old book distribution company — announced it will be closing its doors at the end of this year. Seward Memorial Library’s director, Becky Baker, says no one...
Black Hills, NorthWestern seek regulatory approval for merger
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Black Hills Energy and NorthWestern Energy have taken another step forward in the process to merge their companies to create one regional regulated electric and natural gas utility company. On Monday, the two companies submitted a joint application to the Nebraska Public Service Commission...
Matt Rhule confirms Teddy Prochazka injury worry no one at Nebraska wanted to hear
Nebraska is hit yet again with a tough injury update.
Where people in Lincoln are looking to buy homes
Home prices are largely starting to normalize across the country, but remain high even as more homes come to the market. Near record-high mortgage rates are keeping homes largely unaffordable for most buyers. Even a percentage point increase can increase a monthly mortgage payment by more than $100. That's causing...
New Monitoring Technology Helps Protect Local Irrigation Canals and Safeguard Water for Area Farmers
A new method developed by Mohamed Khalil, a geoscientist at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, is changing how irrigation canals are monitored in western Nebraska. Khalil’s non-invasive, time-lapse electrical analysis provides a more precise way to detect canal seepage and structural settlement than traditional...
‘We see you’: LPD’s Victim Assistance Unit shares resources after fourth domestic violence homicide
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Heavy on the minds of many are questions surrounding what resources are available for those experiencing domestic violence. With the tragic passing of Tracy Henman, the Lincoln Police Department’s Victim Assistance Unit shared its various outlets. “We like to help them navigate their situation...
