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Good Samaritan saves 3-year-old after family's SUV rolls into pond

A mother is grateful for a good Samaritan who rescued her 3-year-old daughter after the family’s SUV rolled into a pond.

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Lincoln man charged after drunkenly abandoning 4-year-old girl in vehicle, police say

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A Lincoln man was charged after drunkenly abandoning a 4-year-old girl in a vehicle, court documents show. Police officers were called to a south Lincoln home on the report of a kidnapping. A man called 911 on behalf of 26-year-old Sergio Rivera III, reporting that an unknown person had stolen his vehicle with a 4-year-old still inside.

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PulsePoint alert helps save Hickman woman’s life after cardiac arrest

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A Hickman woman is recovering after going into cardiac arrest at her home last month, thanks to a quick response from her family, neighbors, and an off-duty paramedic alerted through an app. Shawn Vernon was at home admiring her family’s new kittens when she suddenly began...

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Nebraska’s Cameron Lenhardt Makes His 2027 Plans Clear

Cameron Lenhardt plans to return to Nebraska in 2027, giving the Huskers an experienced piece for next season’s defense.

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Week 11 Nebraska volleyball grades

Top-ranked Nebraska volleyball continued its undefeated season with two more road wins, sweeping both No. 12 Oregon and No. 18 Washington. The Huskers handled the Ducks in straight sets, 25-13, 25-16 and 25-20. Nebraska followed that performance with another sweep against the Huskies, winning 25-20, 25-13 and 25-22. The offense...

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Former Nebraska Basketball Standouts Making an Impact in the Pros

The Huskers have had numerous noteworthy players in recent years and now many of them are making a name for themselves in the professional ranks. Sam Hoiberg Du

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District OR-1 superintendent to retire in 2027

LANCASTER COUNTY, Neb. (KOLN) - District OR-1 superintendent Michael Hart announced plans to retire at the end of the 2026-2027 academic school year. In a message to families Wednesday, Hart said his retirement notice and resignation letter were approved at the regular board meeting on Monday. District OR-1 serves the communities of Bennet and Palmyra.

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MURAL brings affordable housing to former Pershing site

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A historic block in downtown Lincoln is getting a new purpose as city and business leaders celebrated the opening of MURAL, a nearly $35 million affordable housing development built on the former site of Pershing Auditorium. White Lotus Group and the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce...

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MaxPreps

Shayla Rautenberg named 2026 MaxPreps Nebraska High School Volleyball Player of the Year

Each year since 2008, MaxPreps has recognized outstanding performers in high school volleyball. The tradition continues to close out the 2026 season by naming the top player in each state. Selections are based on team success and individual excellence in addition to local and state accolades. Shayla Rautenberg of Milford...

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Nebraska Union to open new dining options in spring 2027 after delays

Students may start seeing new dining options at the Nebraska Union during the spring 2027 semester as construction continues on five renovated restaurant spaces. Imperial Palace will return to its original spot in the Union after closing for renovations in fall 2025. Valentino’s will also return. It will fill the...

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Norris High’s only fallen Vietnam veteran is remembered at Hickman American Legion ceremony

HICKMAN, Neb. (KLKN) – Lieutenant Ralph Lee Church was killed in Vietnam in 1971 and on Tuesday, he was remembered in the Nebraska city where he was born. The remembrance ceremony was held at the American Legion location of Hickman and guests included fellow veteran and author, Reynel Martinez.

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Sidney council backs updated law enforcement contract

(Sidney) -- While still needing county approval, Sidney city officials have given their support to an updated law enforcement contract with the Fremont County Sheriff's Office. At its regular meeting Monday evening, the Sidney City Council reviewed and unanimously approved a proposed 28E agreement for the sheriff's office to continue...

Sidney, IA · 1d

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Vehicle fire closes eastbound I-80 west of Lincoln

LANCASTER COUNTY, Neb. (KOLN) - Eastbound lanes of I-80 west of Lincoln have reopened after a vehicle fire halted traffic Tuesday. Emergency crews were called to the fire near Northwest 56th Street around 5:06 p.m. Both eastbound lanes were closed, and traffic cameras showed a backup as far as the Pleasant Dale exit.

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Pitts Begins Transition into Role as Lancaster County’s Next Sheriff

LINCOLN–(KFOR Nov. 11)–Eight days after he won the bid to become the next Lancaster County sheriff, Johnny “Jay” Pitts has kept busy with a number of things to set up the transition period, including getting fitted for his uniform. Pitts, 53, won the election on Nov....

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Men's Basketball Heads To Nebraska For Two Games This Week

Lindenwood (2-1, 0-0 OVC) @ #25 University of Nebraska (2-0, 0-0 BIG 10) | University of Nebraska at Omaha (1-2, 0-0 Summit League) Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | Friday, November 13, 2026. Location: Lincoln, Neb | Omaha, Neb. Venue: Pinnacle Bank Arena | Baxter Arena. Tip-off: 8:00 PM CT...

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Nebraska Women's Basketball Handles North Carolina A&T

Britt Prince and Co. continuing to put up points in the early portion of the season.

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Lincoln senior living facility begins construction to offer independent living

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A Lincoln senior living facility is moving forward in its plan to add more services. Cedarhurst Senior Living of Lincoln is adding 20 independent living cottages, finally beginning the construction process. “Older adults and their families want choices, but they also want confidence that those...

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Capital Humane Society offers half-off cat adoptions through Nov. 29

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Capital Humane Society is offering reduced adoption fees for cats five months and older as part of a special promotion honoring the memory of Gary Reiners. The promotion runs through Sunday, Nov. 29, at the Pieloch Pet Adoption Center, located at 6500 S 70th St...

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Dengarden

Haven't Winterized Your Irrigation System Yet and Had Your First Frost? Garden Experts Are Telling You Not to Panic

It's not too late to winterize your outdoor faucets, even if it's getting chilly.

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Wind picks up Wednesday, then cooling off

It’s been very mild the last several days. We get one more warm day, but it’ll be windy. Then, it gets cold for a couple of days. The wind picks up overnight into early Wednesday and the wind gusts will be at 30 to 40 mph, especially in the first half of the day.