By: Brittany Paris bparis@klkntv.com Hundreds of water bottles, chips, juice boxes and bug spray were all packed up into one car, ready to be sent to Oklahoma. It was donated by the Pyrtle ElementaryMore >>
Hundreds of water bottles, chips, juice boxes and bug spray were all packed up into one car, ready to be sent to Oklahoma. It was donated by the Pyrtle Elementary School 5th graders.More >>
Posted By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com The Nebraska Association of School Boards is collecting donations to deliver to victims of the tornado in Moore, Oklahoma. NASB Executive Director John Spatz saysMore >>
The Nebraska Association of School Boards collected donations to deliver to victims of the tornado in Moore, Oklahoma.More >>
Posted By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com AAA says relief at the pumps is coming soon! After climbing 50 cents a gallon in just two weeks, AAA says that unleaded fuel prices in Nebraska should retreatMore >>
AAA says relief at the pumps is coming soon! More >>
Posted By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office is looking for a missing 17-year-old girl. Chief Deputy Jeff Bliemeister says Lisa Van Meveren was last seen at her family'sMore >>
The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office have found a missing 17-year-old girl.More >>
Posted By: Dan Messineo dmessineo@klkntv.com A local pageant winner is on a mission. She wants to spread hope to those with mental health disorders. Miss Gering, Kaylee Carlberg, encourages thoseMore >>
A local pageant winner is on a mission. She wants to spread hope to those with mental health disorders.More >>
By: Megan Palera mpalera@klkntv.com Imagine and EF-5 tornado coming right at you. It did to a Lincoln man coming home from Texas. It was a 200 mph monster that Luke Dierking never thought he would see.More >>
A Lincoln man captures the Okla. tornado on camera as he heads home from Texas.More >>
By: Bill Schammert bschammert@klkntv.com Two dozen dead, including nine children, hundreds more injured. They're the statistics nobody likes to hear. But, as University of Nebraska-Lincoln climatologist,More >>
Two dozen dead, including nine children, hundreds more injured. They're the statistics nobody likes to hear. But, as University of Nebraska-Lincoln climatologist, Dr. Ken Dewey, tells us, this tornado is eerily similar to what happened in Lancaster Co., in 2004.More >>
Posted By: KKLN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com MOORE, Okla. (AP) Authorities say an elementary school in an Oklahoma City suburb took a direct hit from a mile-wide tornado. Gary Knight with the OklahomaMore >>
The medical examiners office says some of the victims may have been counted twice.More >>
By: KLKN Newsroom LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) Nebraska officials are using a new website to encourage more people to fish in the state. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission says the user-friendly websiteMore >>
By: KLKN Newsroom LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) Nebraska officials are using a new website to encourage more people to fish in the state. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission says the user-friendly websiteMore >>
By: Megan Palera mpalera@klkntv.com A former StarTran bus driver accused of beating up a passenger pled not guilty in court Tuesday. 43-year-old Troy Fischer is charged with misdemeanor assault. TheMore >>
StarTran bus driver accused of assaulting rider pleads not guilty.More >>
By: Bill Schammert bschammert@klkntv.com It's a call you never want to get, it means disaster has struck. But, the Lincoln Area Urban Search and Rescue Team is always ready. Now, they must be readyMore >>
It's a call you never want to get, it means disaster has struck. But, the Lincoln Area Urban Search and Rescue Team is always ready. Now, they must be ready again as 80 men and women are being deployed to Oklahoma.More >>
By: Megan Palera mpalera@klkntv.com An elderly Lincoln woman is mourning the loss of her dog after it was attacked by a pit bull Sunday night. The big question now: is the neighborhood safe? The CamposMore >>
A pit bull attacked and killed a neighbor's dog in Lincoln. Animal Control is investigating.More >>
By: Bill Schammert bschammert@klkntv.com It was out with the old and in with new Monday night at the Lincoln City Council meeting. Three new members were sworn into their elected offices. It's a senseMore >>
Lincoln City Council welcomes its newest members.More >>
Posted By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com Beginning Tuesday, May 21, S. 17th Street from South to "A" streets will be closed for about eight weeks for street rehabilitation. The project was originallyMore >>
S. 17th Street from South to "A" streets will be closed for about eight weeks for street rehabilitation.More >>
By: Jenn Schanz jschanz@klkntv.com Linda McPherson and her husband have lived near 9th and B for almost 30 years. But over the past couple, Linda says the forgotten property next door has cast a shadowMore >>
Neighbors say the house has been abandoned for two years.More >>
By: Cole Miller cmiller@klkntv.com While most kids are now anxious to get out of high school, deputies say two teens tried to break back in. The quiet hallways of Raymond Central High School cameMore >>
Two former Raymond Central students were arrested over the weekend for burglary.More >>
Posted By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - Authorities in Omaha have launched a task force to investigate any connection between last week's killings of a Creighton University professorMore >>
Police are trying to find if there's a link between the recent killings and a case from 2008.More >>
Posted By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com Lincoln police are investigated an early morning attempted robbery that ended up with the victim crashing his car. It happened just before 3 a.m. on Monday nearMore >>
Lincoln police are investigated an early morning attempted robbery that ended up with the victim crashing his car.More >>
Posted by: Newsroom 8@klkntv.com Omaha Police Chief Todd Schmaderer says he plans to discuss a police investigation that is exploring links between the slayings of a Creighton University professor andMore >>
The Omaha police chief says he plans to discuss a police investigation that is exploring links.More >>
By: Jenn Schanz jschanz@klkntv.com Keven Skiles has been biking since he can remember. He rides everywhere, sometimes biking the same path three or four times a day. While riding his usual route onMore >>
While riding his usual route on the bike path in front of McDonalds on 56th and Old Cheney road, Keven was clipped by a car that he says, wasn't paying attention after he pulled out too far at a stop sign.More >>
By: Kayla Bremer kbremer@klkntv.com With Memorial weekend just around the corner, gas prices are expected to rise even more. Just 4 cents separate the current cost and Lincoln's all time high, and peopleMore >>
With Memorial weekend just around the corner, gas prices are expected to rise even more.More >>
By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com The City of Lincoln will swear in three new City Council members at Monday's meeting. Roy Christensen, Trent Fellers and Leirion Gaylor Baird will be sworn in. They'llMore >>
The City of Lincoln will swear in three new City Council members at Monday's meeting.More >>
By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com Two people are in custody after Jefferson County Deputies find meth in their car. Deputies said it happened on Friday around 3 p.m. in Reynolds. After they cited theMore >>
Two people are in custody after Jefferson County Deputies find meth in their car.More >>
By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com After nearly 40 years with the Human Resources Department, Nancy Biggs and Sue Wright are retiring from LPS. To celebrate their careers and years of service, a specialMore >>
After nearly 40 years with the Human Resources Department, Nancy Biggs and Sue Wright are retiring from LPS.More >>
By: Jenn Schanz jschanz@klkntv.com "Student loans, any kind of debt, make sure my family is taken care of, and travel." That's what Madeline Hendrix would do if she won the 600 million dollar PowerballMore >>
For the superstitious Powerball jackpot player, number choice, time of day, and even where a ticket is bought are huge factors. More >>
By: Kayla Bremer kbremer@klkntv.com Fallbrook Town Center in north Lincoln was crowded with people and full of activities all centered around the dogs. It's for one of the Capital Humane Society'sMore >>
Fallbrook Town Center in north Lincoln was crowded with people and full of activities all centered around the dogs. More >>
By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) Authorities say Nebraska's preliminary unemployment rate declined to 3.7 percent in April after registering 3.8 percent for four straight months. TheMore >>
Authorities say Nebraska's preliminary unemployment rate declined to 3.7 percent in April after registering 3.8 percent for four straight months.More >>
By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com A minor gas leak shut down a portion of 84th near South Street for two hours on Saturday. It happened just before 9 a.m. Lincoln Fire and Rescue officials said a valveMore >>
A minor gas leak shut down a portion of 84th near South Street for two hours on Saturday.More >>
Posted By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com Grand Island police say two people were stabbed late Friday morning near St. Mary's Cathedral. It happened at around 11:30. Police say a man and a woman wereMore >>
Grand Island police say two people were stabbed late Friday morning near St. Mary's Cathedral.More >>
By: Megan Palera mpalera@klkntv.com It could cost more for some airplanes to take to the skies. The president's budget plan includes a $100 per flight fee. It would apply to general aviation aircraftMore >>
President proposed $100 per flight user fee for some aircraft.More >>
By: Cole Miller cmiller@klkntv.com It's starting to feel like summer outside which means you may be dusting off the boat. Boating Safety Week runs May 18th through the 24th. It's a signature soundMore >>
Boating Safety Week kicks off May 18th as more boats begin to hit the water.More >>
By: Jenn Schanz jschanz@klkntv.com Early risers gather outside the Pershing Center to be the first to claim Michael Buble tickets, which went on sale at 10 A.M. People of all ages waited eagerlyMore >>
By: Jenn Schanz jschanz@klkntv.com Early risers gather outside the Pershing Center to be the first to claim Michael Buble tickets, which went on sale at 10 A.M. People of all ages waited eagerlyMore >>
Posted By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com Lincoln, NE – May 17, 2013 – A string of drawings without a jackpot winner have grown the estimated Powerball® jackpot to $600 million, the biggest jackpot everMore >>
Posted By: Dan Messineo dmessineo@klkntv.com In just 24 hours, the second annual Give to Lincoln Day raised over $2 million for local non-profits. The Lincoln Community Foundation, the organizationMore >>
In just 24 hours, the second annual Give to Lincoln Day raised over $2 million for local non-profits.More >>
By: Cole Miller cmiller@klkntv.com Tickets for the Michael Buble concert go on Friday at 10 a.m. and there are options. So what are the pros and cons of buying paperless? The big controversy surroundingMore >>
There are a few things you should know when it comes to paperless tickets vs. a standard ticket.More >>
By: Megan Palera mpalera@klkntv.com Just this week in Lincoln, a grill caught an apartment balcony on fire. It happens far too often during the summer and mostly because people are using propane tanks. ItMore >>
Remembering grill safety as we approach Memorial Day weekend.More >>
Posted By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com Lincoln, NE – May 16, 2013 – Nebraska has a new millionaire. One lucky player who bought a Powerball ticket for the Wednesday, May 15 drawing is holding a ticketMore >>
There was no jackpot winner Wednesday night.More >>
By: Jenn Schanz jschanz@klkntv.com Despite complaints of heavy rain, recent spring showers might have just saved our water levels. "We will not ask residents to follow either a voluntary or mandatoryMore >>
Despite complaints of heavy rain, recent spring showers might have just saved our water levels. Mayor Chris Beutler announces there will be no water restrictions at this time. More >>
Posted By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) _ A proposal to increase mental health services for children throughout Nebraska has won first-round approval from lawmakers. Lawmakers advancedMore >>
A proposal to increase mental health services for children throughout Nebraska has won first-round approval from lawmakers.More >>
Posted By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com The layoffs have begun at Novartis in Lincoln. On Thursday, 72 employees at the plant just east of Lincoln were told their positions have been eliminated. TheMore >>
Employees at the Lincoln facility were notified Thursday.More >>
By: Brittany Paris bparis@klkntv.com Police were called to Waterbrook Apartments, near 27th and Superior, around 10:15 Wednesday night with reports of an armed robbery. The 65-year-old victim said towMore >>
Police were called to Waterbrook Apartments, near 27th and Superior, around 10:15 Wednesday night with reports of an armed robbery.More >>
Posted By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com Lincoln police say two men with guns robbed a man in north Lincoln. It happened at around 10 p.m. Wednesday at an apartment complex near 3100 North Hill Road.More >>
Lincoln police say two men with guns robbed a man in north Lincoln.More >>
Posted By: KLKN Newsroom 8@klkntv.com Lincoln police arrested David Malone in Omaha on a warrant out of Lincoln. Police say the 58-year-old Malone took $26,000 worth of equipment during a burglaryMore >>
Lincoln police arrested David Malone in Omaha on a warrant out of Lincoln.More >>
By: Megan Palera mpalera@klkntv.com A Lincoln military family is in a battle with a rare disease that attacks the nervous system. The King family is filled with giggles and smiles. An outsider wouldMore >>
Lincoln military family battles a rare disorder that attacks the nervous system.More >>
The clock is ticking down. Those who want to donate to non–profits around the Lincoln area for *Give to Lincoln Day* have until 11:59 Thursday night to step up.More >>
The clock is ticking down. Those who want to donate to non–profits around the Lincoln area for *Give to Lincoln Day* have until 11:59 Thursday night to step up.More >>
By: Bill Schammert bschammert@klkntv.com It's an issue that's divided the non-partisan legislature all year. Now, Lincoln Sen. Kathy Campbell has less than three weeks to get 33 votes to break the filibusterMore >>
It's an issue that's divided the non-partisan legislature all year. Now, Lincoln Sen. Kathy Campbell has less than three weeks to get 33 votes to break the filibuster on the Medicaid extension bill, LB-577.More >>
By: Megan Palera mpalera@klkntv.com It happens here on our streets and far too often. Bicyclists killed or injured by motorists. A "Ride of Silence" hopes to change that. The Lincoln community joinedMore >>
"Ride of Silence" remembers cyclists killed in bike-related accidents.More >>
