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Huskers Take Game Two From Michigan 9-6

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com The Nebraska Baseball Team defeated Michigan 9-6 Friday night in Lincoln. The Huskers tied the game up at 2 in the second inning, then the runs piled on. Michigan More>>

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State Track Day One

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com Highlights from Day One of the Nebraska State Track and Field Meet from Burke Stadium in Omaha. More>>

Huskers Open NCAA Regional With 4-0 Win Over UNI

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com Behind a two-hit shutout from Tatum Edwards and a late offensive surge, the No. 14 national seed Nebraska softball team defeated Northern Iowa, 4-0, on Friday in an More>>

Huskers Fall to Michigan 7-5

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com The Nebraska baseball team blew a 4-1 lead Thursday night and lost to Michigan 7-5. The Huskers had two runners on in the bottom of the ninth with two outs, but Blake More>>

Norris Wins Class B State Baseball

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com Norris defeated Pius X 3-2 Thursday afternoon to win the Class B State Baseball Championship at Haymarket Park. The Titans came through the loser's bracket to win More>>

2014 Nebraska Football Big Ten Schedule

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com The Big Ten Conference announced the conference schedule for the 2014 football season on Thursday morning, as approved by the Big Ten Directors of Athletics. The 2014 More>>

State Baseball Wednesday

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com In Class B action at the state baseball tournament on Wednesday Norris defeated Pius X 8-1. Omaha Gross beat Omaha Skutt 6-3. Norris will face Gross on Thursday More>>

Lincoln North Star Signings

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com A TRIO OF LINCOLN NORTH STAR STUDENT ATHLETES SIGNED THEIR NATIONAL LETTERS OF INTENT TODAY... JAYELYNN GRIESS WILL RUN TRACK AT WICHITA STATE... MOHAMMED HAMDON More>>

DeLeon Out For Michigan Series

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com Nebraska will be without one of their top starting pitchers this weekend against Michigan. Christian DeLeon has soreness in his elbow which started last weekend against More>>

Huskers Close Out Regular Season with Wolverines

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com Thursday, May 16 – 6:35 p.m. Probable Starters: LHP Kyle Kubat (4-0) vs. LHP Trent Szkutnik (4-6) TV: None Stream: HuskersNSide Radio: Husker Sports Network Friday, More>>

Six Postseason Teams Fill Huskers’ Big Ten Home Schedule

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com The Nebraska women's basketball team will welcome a loaded Big Ten Conference schedule, including six games against 2013 postseason qualifiers for its first season More>>

NU Baseball Beats Creighton 12-9

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com Nebraska nearly blew a 9-1 lead against Creighton Tuesday night in Omaha but held on for a 12-9 win over the Bluejays. The Huskers will close out the regular season More>>

State Baseball Tuesday

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com Class A: Papillion-La Vista 11 Lincoln Southwest 1 F/5, LSW eliminated Class B: Omaha Gross 2 Waverly 1 F/11, Waverly eliminated Class B: Pius X 9 Omaha Skutt 2 More>>

Pepin, Griva Honored by Big Ten

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com The Big Ten Conference announced its 2013 outdoor track and field individual award winners on Tuesday. Nebraska senior Mara Griva was named the Field Athlete of the More>>

NU MBB: Big Ten Announces Single Plays for 2013-2014

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com Nebraska is set to face Iowa, Michigan State, Minnesota and Wisconsin once each during the 2013-14 season, as the Big Ten Conference announced the single-play matchups More>>

Huskers Host NCAA Regional at Bowlin Stadium

Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com The 16th-ranked Nebraska softball team looks to continue a successful season this week, when the Huskers host the NCAA Lincoln Regional at Bowlin Stadium. Nebraska More>>

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Nebraska State High School Scores and Schedules
Nebraska State High School Scores and Schedules
For the latest information from NSAA online, click here. The Nebraska State Activities Association web site has listings for sports and activities for all seasons.More >>
For the latest information from NSAA online, click here. The Nebraska State Activities Association web site has listings for sports and activities for all seasons. From your favorite team's schedule to state tournaments, you'll find it right here.More >>

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State Baseball Monday
State Baseball Monday
Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com Class A: Lincoln Southwest 7 Omaha Burke 3 Final Class B: Omaha Skutt 1 Norris 0 F/8 Class B: Waverly 6 Wahoo/Raymond Central/Lincoln Lutheran 2 FinalMore >>
Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com Class A: Lincoln Southwest 7 Omaha Burke 3 Final Class B: Omaha Skutt 1 Norris 0 F/8 Class B: Waverly 6 Wahoo/Raymond Central/Lincoln Lutheran 2 FinalMore >>
District Golf
District Golf
Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com Highlights from the A-3 and B-1 District Golf Meets. Clayton Malone of Lincoln Southwest won the A-1 District while Chad Manes of Beatrice won the B-3. Both LincolnMore >>
Posted By: Sports sports@klkntv.com Highlights from the A-3 and B-1 District Golf Meets. Clayton Malone of Lincoln Southwest won the A-1 District while Chad Manes of Beatrice won the B-3. Both LincolnMore >>
Huskers Earn No. 14 National Seed
Huskers Earn No. 14 National Seed
Posted by: Sports sports@klkntv.com The Nebraska softball team was selected as an NCAA Regional host after earning the No. 14 national seed when the NCAA Tournament field was announced live on ESPNUMore >>
Posted by: Sports sports@klkntv.com The Nebraska softball team was selected as an NCAA Regional host after earning the No. 14 national seed when the NCAA Tournament field was announced live on ESPNUMore >>
Huskers Blast Gophers, 8-0, Win Pivotal Series
Huskers Blast Gophers, 8-0, Win Pivotal Series
Posted by: Sports sports@klkntv.com The Nebraska baseball team (23-26, 14-7 Big Ten) took care of business on Sunday afternoon at Siebert Field with a 8-0 win over the Minnesota Golden Gophers (29-18,More >>
Posted by: Sports sports@klkntv.com The Nebraska baseball team (23-26, 14-7 Big Ten) took care of business on Sunday afternoon at Siebert Field with a 8-0 win over the Minnesota Golden Gophers (29-18,More >>
Husker Men Capture Big Ten Crown
Husker Men Capture Big Ten Crown
Posted by: Sports sports@klkntv.com The Nebraska men took home the 2013 Big Ten Outdoor Track and Field Championships title on Sunday at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. One individualMore >>
Posted by: Sports sports@klkntv.com The Nebraska men took home the 2013 Big Ten Outdoor Track and Field Championships title on Sunday at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. One individualMore >>
Edwards, Lockman Named to Tournament Team
Edwards, Lockman Named to Tournament Team
Posted by: Sports sports@klkntv.com Six different Badgers drove in a run and pitcher Cassandra Darrah allowed just two hits as Wisconsin claimed the 2013 Big Ten Softball Tournament title with a 9-3More >>
Posted by: Sports sports@klkntv.com Six different Badgers drove in a run and pitcher Cassandra Darrah allowed just two hits as Wisconsin claimed the 2013 Big Ten Softball Tournament title with a 9-3More >>
State Baseball Scores 5/11
State Baseball Scores 5/11
Posted by: Matt Lothrop mlothrop@klkntv.com Class A Papillion-La Vista South 3, Lincoln Southwest 2 Millard South 2, Omaha Burke 3 Omaha Westside 7, Omaha North 4 Millard West vs. Papillion-La Vista ClassMore >>
Posted by: Matt Lothrop mlothrop@klkntv.com Class A Papillion-La Vista South 3, Lincoln Southwest 2 Millard South 2, Omaha Burke 3 Omaha Westside 7, Omaha North 4 Millard West vs. Papillion-La Vista ClassMore >>
Huskers Fall to Gophers, Series Evened at 1-1
Huskers Fall to Gophers, Series Evened at 1-1
Posted by: Sports sports@klkntv.com After winning the series opener, 6-0, on Friday afternoon, the Nebraska baseball team (22-26, 13-7) was unable to capture a series win on Saturday at Siebert Field.More >>
Posted by: Sports sports@klkntv.com After winning the series opener, 6-0, on Friday afternoon, the Nebraska baseball team (22-26, 13-7) was unable to capture a series win on Saturday at Siebert Field.More >>
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Brett Edwards
Brett Edwards
Like most youngsters, Brett Edwards spent a lot of time in the backyard of his home town of Vinton, Iowa playing sports.
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Like most youngsters, Brett Edwards spent a lot of time in the backyard of his home town of Vinton, Iowa playing sports. His passion for sports lead him to Wayne State College in Nebraska, where he played quarterback for the Wildcats.More >>
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Matt Lothrop
Matt Lothrop
Matt grew up in the Western Iowa town of Glenwood. Growing up that close to Nebraska, he and his family went to a lot of Husker football and baseball games.More >>
Matt grew up in the Western Iowa town of Glenwood. Growing up that close to Nebraska, he and his family went to a lot of Husker football and baseball games. He knew that he probably would not be able to make a living while playing sports, but he knew he wanted to do something sports related.More >>
Channel 8 Eyewitness News Email Addresses
Channel 8 Eyewitness News Email Addresses
Here is a list of the Channel 8 Eyewitness News staff. Click on the name to send an email. It is our policy to not open attachments, unless we are sure they are virus free. If you have something toMore >>
Here is a list of the Channel 8 Eyewitness News staff , links to contact them via email and newsroom telephone number.More >>
Ian Hest
Ian Hest
Ian calls Boca Raton, FL home, so the thought of moving to Nebraska was a little scary to him, at first. "I always wondered how life in Nebraska would feel, but it has exceeded every expectation imaginable.More >>
Ian graduated with a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism from the University of Miami. Before coming to Channel 8 Eyewitness News, he interned at ESPN in Bristol, CT and at WOR radio in New York City.More >>

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News Minute: Here is the latest Nebraska news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest Nebraska news from The Associated Press
Authorities say Nebraska's preliminary unemployment rate declined to 3.7 percent in April. The state had registered a 3.8 percent rate for the four previous months. The rate was three-tenths of a point lower than in...More >>
Huskers gets 2014 home games with Rutgers, Purdue
Huskers gets 2014 home games with Rutgers, Purdue
Rutgers and Purdue will be coming to Lincoln to play Nebraska in 2014.More >>
Rutgers and Purdue will be coming to Lincoln to play Nebraska in 2014.More >>
CU QB Webb, ex-lineman Lewis arrested for assault
CU QB Webb, ex-lineman Lewis arrested for assault
University of Colorado quarterback Jordan Webb and former CU offensive lineman Alex Lewis have been charged with second-degree assault.More >>
University of Colorado quarterback Jordan Webb and former CU offensive lineman Alex Lewis have been charged with second-degree assault.More >>
Bengals RB working to help young cancer patient
Bengals RB working to help young cancer patient
Running back Rex Burkhead is wearing a red band on his right wrist during the Cincinnati Bengals rookie minicamp this weekend, a reminder of the young cancer patient who changed his life in many ways.More >>
Running back Rex Burkhead is wearing a red band on his right wrist during the Cincinnati Bengals rookie minicamp this weekend, a reminder of the young cancer patient who changed his life in many ways.More >>
Nebraska will host Miami in ACC/Big Ten Challenge
Nebraska will host Miami in ACC/Big Ten Challenge
Nebraska will host defending Atlantic Coast Conference champion Miami in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge on Dec. 4 at Pinnacle Bank Arena.More >>
Nebraska will host defending Atlantic Coast Conference champion Miami in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge on Dec. 4 at Pinnacle Bank Arena.More >>
CWS video review expands to include OF line calls
CWS video review expands to include OF line calls
The use of video replay will be expanded at next month's College World Series to give umpires the ability to take a second look at a ball hit down an outfield line to determine if it's fair or foul.More >>
The use of video replay will be expanded at next month's College World Series to give umpires the ability to take a second look at a ball hit down an outfield line to determine if it's fair or foul.More >>
Joyner-Kersee entertains, encourages at Boys Town
Joyner-Kersee entertains, encourages at Boys Town
Four-time Olympian Jackie Joyner-Kersee made an easy connection with residents of nationally renowned Boys Town.More >>
Four-time Olympian Jackie Joyner-Kersee made an easy connection with residents of nationally renowned Boys Town.More >>
Wuerffel, Dayne, Frazier selected for college Hall
Wuerffel, Dayne, Frazier selected for college Hall
Heisman Trophy winners Danny Wuerffel of Florida and Ron Dayne of Wisconsin, along with two-time national champion Tommie Frazier of Nebraska, have been selected for induction to the College Football Hall of Fame.More >>
Heisman Trophy winners Danny Wuerffel of Florida and Ron Dayne of Wisconsin, along with two-time national champion Tommie Frazier of Nebraska, have been selected for induction to the College Football Hall of Fame.More >>
Tennessee setter Pollmiller transfers to Nebraska
Tennessee setter Pollmiller transfers to Nebraska
Tennessee volleyball player Mary Pollmiller is transferring to Nebraska, alleviating the Cornhuskers' need for an experienced setter.More >>
Tennessee volleyball player Mary Pollmiller is transferring to Nebraska, alleviating the Cornhuskers' need for an experienced setter.More >>
Chapman went from journeyman to champion in 2012
Chapman went from journeyman to champion in 2012
Roger Chapman is a lot more recognizable in his hometown of Ascott, England, after winning two majors on the Champions Tour last year.More >>
Roger Chapman is a lot more recognizable in his hometown of Ascott, England, after winning two majors on the Champions Tour last year.More >>

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Penguins take control vs. Senators behind Crosby
Penguins take control vs. Senators behind Crosby
Dan Bylsma has spent more than four years watching Sidney Crosby be Sidney Crosby.More >>
Dan Bylsma has spent more than four years watching Sidney Crosby be Sidney Crosby.More >>
Orb favored to take Preakness, set up Triple try
Orb favored to take Preakness, set up Triple try
Orb is ready for his whirl at history.More >>
Orb is ready for his whirl at history.More >>
Bradley has 3-stroke lead after 2 rounds at Nelson
Bradley has 3-stroke lead after 2 rounds at Nelson
The last thing Keegan Bradley wanted to do at the 18th hole with a cozy lead was flirt with the water on the left.More >>
The last thing Keegan Bradley wanted to do at the 18th hole with a cozy lead was flirt with the water on the left.More >>
10 Things to Know about the Preakness _ and beyond
10 Things to Know about the Preakness _ and beyond
There are only two outcomes when it comes to Saturday's Preakness Stakes - either the Kentucky Derby winner Orb wins the race to set up a Triple Crown try in the Belmont Stakes in three weeks, or another horse...More >>
There are only two outcomes when it comes to Saturday's Preakness Stakes - either the Kentucky Derby winner Orb wins the race to set up a Triple Crown try in the Belmont Stakes in three weeks, or another horse pulls an...More >>
Bills DE Williams fails to mediate ring dispute
Bills DE Williams fails to mediate ring dispute
Bills defensive end Mario Williams isn't any closer to getting back his $785,000 diamond engagement ring from his former fiancee, Erin Marzouki.More >>
Bills defensive end Mario Williams isn't any closer to getting back his $785,000 diamond engagement ring from his former fiancee, Erin Marzouki.More >>
Report: Michael Phelps planning comeback
Report: Michael Phelps planning comeback
By PAUL NEWBERRY AP National Writer The son of the U.S. national swim team director is reporting that Michael Phelps is planning a comeback for the 2016 Rio Olympics.More >>
By PAUL NEWBERRY AP National Writer Is Michael Phelps planning a comeback?More >>
Crosby leads Penguins to 4-3 win over Senators
Crosby leads Penguins to 4-3 win over Senators
Sidney Crosby had his second career playoff hat trick and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Ottawa Senators 4-3 on Friday night to take a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.More >>
The Ottawa Senators have plenty of respect for Sidney Crosby.More >>
Venturi, US Open champion and CBS analyst, dies
Venturi, US Open champion and CBS analyst, dies
By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer Former U.S. Open champion Ken Venturi has died just 12 days after he was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. He was 82.More >>
By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer Ken Venturi, who overcame dehydration to win the 1964 U.S. Open and spent 35 years in the booth for CBS Sports, died Friday afternoon. He was 82.More >>
Jessica Korda leads Mobile Bay LPGA Classic
Jessica Korda leads Mobile Bay LPGA Classic
Jessica Korda shot a 7-under 65 on Friday to take a one-stroke lead over Hall of Famer Karrie Webb after the second round of the Mobile Bay LPGA Classic.More >>
Jessica Korda shot a 7-under 65 on Friday to take a one-stroke lead over Hall of Famer Karrie Webb after the second round of the Mobile Bay LPGA Classic.More >>
Italians to race in America's Cup but want changes
Italians to race in America's Cup but want changes
The owner of the Italian entry in the America's Cup sailing races says his boat will compete this summer, but he's seeking new safety measures after the death of a sailor on another crew during a training run...More >>
The owner of the Italian entry in the America's Cup said Friday his boat will compete in this summer's races after all, but he suggested a new precaution.More >>

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Lincoln Saltdogs
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Lincoln Stars
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