Nebraska Athletics: Expansion of John Cook Arena is in full swing to modernize amenities
Nebraska Athletics said on Friday that the expansion of John Cook Arena is in full swing.
May 8, 2026Open source
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Albion native helps turn Runza from sandwich to scoop
April Johnson, a product development project manager at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Food Processing Center, holds a pint of Runza-flavored ice cream s...
May 12, 2026Open source
For Lincoln teen Gabe Johnson, success is looking crystal clear
At only 17, Lincoln's Gabe Johnson is growing Vanguard Window Cleaning, turning hard work, long hours and a positive attitude into a thriving business.
May 8, 2026Open source
Images II founder winds down 52-year printing business in Lincoln
Images II has served clients from Lincoln to NASA. Now, after 52 years, owner Redge Johnson is preparing to say goodbye.
May 7, 2026Open source
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Closing of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ prompts questions about ICE facility in Nebraska
The news that Florida may soon be shutting down its ICE detention facility, dubbed “Aligator Alcatraz” by the Trump administration, raises questions abou...
May 14, 2026Open source
The chef behind Omaha’s most ambitious sushi empire never cooks at home
One night, David Utterback applied for several credit cards and then with a buddy opened his own restaurant. The rest is history.
May 7, 2026Open source
Burly Summit League center transfers to Nebraska basketball
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Apr 30, 2026Open source
Severe storms spawn tornadoes, knock out power across southeast Nebraska
Severe thunderstorms swept southeast Nebraska and southwest Iowa early Thursday, spawning two tornadoes and knocking out power for thousands of customers.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
How to watch today's WVU vs. Troy game in the College World Series WVU is playing in its first-ever College...
WVU is playing in its first-ever College World Series game this afternoon in Omaha, Nebraska.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
WVU's College World Series berth comes after decision to keep the program West Virginia will make its first...
West Virginia will make its first appearance in the College World Series on Friday when it meets Troy in Omaha, Nebraska.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Longhorns play all-star game in Nebraska
A pair of six-man football players from Meeteetse took part in the annual Wyoming-Nebraska shootout game.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
South Central Idaho neighbors: Obituaries for June 11
Diana Jean Schroeder Lien was born on October 21, 1944 in Lexington, Nebraska to Donald and Lurlie Schroeder. She was baptized on December 3, …
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Evacuations ordered in northwest Nebraska as fire affects almost 9,000 acres
The South Fork Fire has burned more than 9,000 acres near Crawford, forcing the closure of U.S. 20 and evacuations as crews battle dangerous wildfire conditi...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Advocates End Nebraska Property Tax, Winner-Take-All, Hand-Count Ballots Petition Effort
LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraskans will not vote this November on any parts of a multi-pronged petition drive seeking to address property taxes and change key part...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Crofton Gymnastics Program Set To Celebrate New Facility
CROFTON, Neb. — Sarah Petersen was bound and determined to have the construction of the new home for her northeast Nebraska gymnastics program completed le...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Ex-city attorney sentenced for conspiracy to distribute marijuana
A former Council Bluffs assistant city attorney was sentenced in Nebraska federal court Monday after he pleaded guilty to a felony drug charge.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
WVU baseball: Former AD Luck's reinvestment in baseball shining a decade later
The West Virginia University baseball team will take the field on Friday at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Nebraska, for the first time ever.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Nebraska baseball’s Dylan Carey tabbed third-team All-American
Nebraska's Dylan Carey was named a third-team All-American by Perfect Game on Wednesday.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Strong to Severe Storms Overnight, Cooler on Thursday
Scattered severe storms will be possible in southeast Nebraska early on Thursday morning, with storms starting after midnight. A Slight Risk (Level 2 out of...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
South Lincoln crash kills 19-year-old motorcyclist
LPD and emergency personnel were dispatched to Nebraska Pkwy and Eiger Dr. Tuesday night, on the report of a two-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle and SUV.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Family of Laurel murder victims purchase Jason Jones’s property, home demolished
Relatives of three of the victims killed by Jason Jones in 2022 have purchased the Nebraska home where he hid after the murders and are responsible for its d...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Brendan Sorsby ruling and massive football recruiting weekend | Pick Six Podcast
Gary Sharp and Sam McKewon talk Nebraska football's big recruiting weekend, the controversial Brendan Sorsby ruling and the College World Series lineup.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
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Severe storms spawn tornadoes, knock out power across southeast Nebraska
Severe thunderstorms swept southeast Nebraska and southwest Iowa early Thursday, spawning two tornadoes and knocking out power for thousands of customers.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Cass County dismisses charge in Nebraska trooper's death after hung jury
A Cass County prosecutor dismissed a motor vehicle homicide charge after jurors deadlocked in the death of Nebraska State Patrol Trooper Kyle McAcy.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Nebraska's largest roller coaster stomps down at Omaha Fun-Plex, opens Friday
TripAdvisor named Knoebels Amusement Resort the best amusement park in the United States, beating out Disney World, Universal Studios, LEGOLAND and Dollywood...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
How to watch today's WVU vs. Troy game in the College World Series WVU is playing in its first-ever College...
WVU is playing in its first-ever College World Series game this afternoon in Omaha, Nebraska.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
WVU's College World Series berth comes after decision to keep the program West Virginia will make its first...
West Virginia will make its first appearance in the College World Series on Friday when it meets Troy in Omaha, Nebraska.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Longhorns play all-star game in Nebraska
A pair of six-man football players from Meeteetse took part in the annual Wyoming-Nebraska shootout game.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
South Central Idaho neighbors: Obituaries for June 11
Diana Jean Schroeder Lien was born on October 21, 1944 in Lexington, Nebraska to Donald and Lurlie Schroeder. She was baptized on December 3, …
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Evacuations ordered in northwest Nebraska as fire affects almost 9,000 acres
The South Fork Fire has burned more than 9,000 acres near Crawford, forcing the closure of U.S. 20 and evacuations as crews battle dangerous wildfire conditi...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Advocates End Nebraska Property Tax, Winner-Take-All, Hand-Count Ballots Petition Effort
LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraskans will not vote this November on any parts of a multi-pronged petition drive seeking to address property taxes and change key part...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
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