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Police continue search for man involved in fatal shooting

Investigators are still trying to put all the pieces together in two horrific crimes, and they're now warning motorists in the South to be on alert. More>>

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Petitioners think public should have a say in ordinance

Petitioners say they've been working non-stop since the issue passed Monday night to get the papers together, and now they're telling us, signing them doesn't mean you're against the ordinance, just the process the city took to pass it. More>>

U.S. Senate candidates celebrate victories

She came from behind, he had an easy win. Both U.S. Senate nominees Deb Fischer and Bob
Kerrey celebrated victories in Tuesday night's primaries today.
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Armon Dixon sentenced for 2nd rape conviction

Dixon was given 80 more years in prison for the rape of a woman in north Lincoln. More>>

Pinnacle Bank Arena management announced

The City of Lincoln and SMG have reached an agreement for the operation of the new Pinnacle Bank Arena. More>>

2012 Primary Election Recap

2012 Primary Election Recap State Senator Deb Fischer defeats Attorney General Jon Bruning for the Republican U. S. Senate nomination. Bob Kerrey has clinched the Democratic nomination. All three incumbent More>>

Time Warner Cable customers experience outage

Service to Time Warner Cable returned to many Lincoln customers at about 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. More>>

Remembering those who protect and serve

Peace Officers Memorial Day ceremony honors those killed in the line of duty. More>>

Man arrested for using counterfeit money

Lincoln police say the suspect was trying to buy fast food with fake money.  More>>

Armed robbery at Cricket store

A scary night for a wireless phone employee in north Lincoln. More>>

Businesses Affected By O Street Closure Video included

While "O" street remains closed many businesses want you to know they're still open. More>>

Authorities Investigating Double Homicide

A murderer is on the loose in Mississippi. More>>

Auditor: State employee health insurance is costly Video included

State Auditor Mike Foley says Nebraska is wasting millions of dollars with its current healthcare plan. More>>

Plattsmouth woman and son still missing

Authorities say there are no signs of foul play in the disappearance of the woman and her 11-year-old son. More>>

The Bully Project Comes To Lincoln Theatres

It's a problem that will affect more than 13 million children this year, bullying. More>>

Boys In Trouble After Stealing Tip Jar

Police say two middle school boys are in trouble tonight after stealing a tip jar. More>>

Traffic Blocked After Hazardous Liquid Spills On Highway Two

Traffic was backed up in all directions at 27th and Highway 2 this afternoon after a truck accident leaked hazardous liquid into the streets. More>>

Burglars Break In While Resident Hides In Basement

Lincoln police are asking for your help this evening after burglars took $150 worth of items from a home in Northeast Lincoln. More>>

Apartment Fire Leaves Residents Without A Place To Stay

An early morning apartment fire leaves residents looking for a new place to stay tonight. More>>

Boating accident a reminder to stay safe

One week ago, it was a potentially deadly situation out at Branched Oak Lake. A boating accident sent several people to the hospital. More>>

LIBA says voters should decide on fairness measure

The Lincoln Independent Business Association says the City Council should not make the decision on the ordinance. More>>

Police arrest man for electronic enticement

Lincoln police say the man turned himself in Thursday for sending nude photos of himself to a 15-year-old girl. More>>

Raymond man's murder lacks clues

You may remember 74-year-old Thomas Schlender was shot to death early Tuesday morning. Officials say, at this point in the investigation, they're retracing his steps to find any new clues. More>>

Updated: Another arrest made in child prostitution case

Updated: May 10, 2012 12:55 PM CDT

More shocking details emerge from the case where a Kearney mother is accused of prostituting her young daughters. More>>

Boy rescued after being trapped under SUV

Lincoln emergency crews were called to 8th & A just before 7:30 a.m. to a report of a boy trapped under a vehicle. More>>

Doane Student charged with manslaughter

A Doane college student has been charged in the death of a friend. Cody Barnes was charged today with manslaughter. Police say he was driving the pickup Cody Fanning fell out of last month. Fanning and More>>

Lincoln reacts to Obama's position on same-sex marriage

The President's remarks certainly have divided the nation, and it's the same here in Lincoln. Some are calling it an act of political bravery, while others are disgusted. More>>

Hallam receives good news

Hallam residents say they've gone through enough heartache this last decade. They've been working non-stop for months to keep their post office open More>>

New business brings 'Glamping' to Nebraska

Summer is the perfect time to go camping and a Nehawka couple is making it a first class experience. More>>

Registration opens for Salvation Army summer camps Video included

Going to summer camp doesn't have to be expensive.  Each summer the Salvation Army sends hundreds of kids of all ages to day and overnight camps, at a fraction of the cost for families. More>>

Raymond man fatally shot Video included

Authorities say 74-year-old Thomas Schlender was shot as he was driving through Mississippi early Tuesday morning. Now, as the news of his death spreads, those who knew him are opening up. More>>

Man who played Santa sentenced for child porn

A North Platte man who played Santa Claus during the holidays has been sentenced to prison. More>>

Couple escapes overnight fire

A Lincoln couple was sound asleep when a fire in their bed woke them up. More>>

Raymond man shot and killed in Mississippi

Mississippi Highway Patrol says he died after being shot while driving on Interstate 55 in north Mississippi. More>>

Some blame farmers and ranchers for obesity problem

The latest numbers say in fifteen years, more than 40 percent of us will be obese. There is controversy, however, why that number keeps growing and who's responsibility it is to keep us healthy. More>>

Lincoln residents encouraged to "Take Charge"

Lincoln's mayor needs your help deciding next year's city budget. More>>

Burglars hit home as victims slept

Police say a mother and her daughter who woke up to find burglars had come and gone from their home while they slept. More>>

You can call him Tyrannosaurus Rex..

A York man wants name recognition, so he legally changed his name. More>>

Man who helped boy sell drugs sentenced to prison

A 44-year-old man who helped a 13-year-old boy sell methamphetamine in Lincoln has been sentenced.  More>>

Neighbors find man pinned under pickup

A Lincoln man is recovering after part of a pickup truck fell on top of him. More>>

City Council hears public opinion on fairness ordinance

Lately, there's been a lot of talk about whether the fairness ordinance is even legal. The Attorney General is advising it's not, but the City Council is moving forward with it anyway, and Monday night heard about four hours of testimony. More>>

New program aimed at helping veterans

It's the first of its kind here in Lincoln. It's geared towards vets who've committed non-violent crimes. The hope is to get them treated, before the problem escalates. More>>

"Ben Does Life" does Lincoln Marathon

Nearly 8,000 people crossed the finish line in this weekend's Lincoln Marathon and Half-Marathon. Among them, the event's keynote speaker, Ben Davis. More>>

LPS changes for 2012-2013 school year

Lincoln Public School officials are making several adjustment to the school district.  More>>

Want to help name the LPS office plaza?

The deadline to enter name ideas for the Lincoln Public Schools District Office plaza is this Friday. More>>

Lux Middle School teacher honored with prestigious award

The Scottish Rite Distinguished Teacher of the Year award was given to Kathi Mercure. More>>

Updated: Two arrested in boat collision

Eight people were injured in a boating accident on Branched Oak Lake. More>>

Free Fishing Day

Free fishing and park entry day has been set for May 19. More>>

10,000 Run In 35th Annual Lincoln Marathon

Thousands of people took over the streets this weekend for the Lincoln marathon. More>>

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