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The mediation program, a free service, is a product of collaboration between Justice in Action, a coalition of 27 Lancaster County faith communities, and The Mediation Center.
Faith coalition, Mediation Center launch free pre-eviction program for tenants and landlords
The mediation program, a free service, is a product of collaboration between Justice in Action, a coalition of 27 Lancaster County faith communities, and The Mediation Center.
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December 9, 2025 at 11:03 PM
A 39-year-old Lincoln man was identified as the body found dead Monday morning near the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, according to police.
Body found near UNL campus was 39-year-old Lincoln man
A 39-year-old Lincoln man was identified as the body found dead Monday morning near the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, according to police.
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December 9, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Just after 8:15 a.m., Lincoln Police Department patrol officers and the high school’s resource officer were dispatched to the south student parking lot at 2229 J St.
20-year-old threatened students with knife at Lincoln High School, police say
Just after 8:15 a.m., Lincoln Police Department patrol officers and the high school’s resource officer were dispatched to the south student parking lot at 2229 J St.
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December 9, 2025 at 8:53 PM
A drone aided in the fast recapture of a juvenile who fled from custody after slipping out of his handcuffs Monday night while being transferred to a detention facility in
Drone locates juvenile who fled custody in northeast Nebraska
A drone aided in the fast recapture of a juvenile who fled from custody after slipping out of his handcuffs Monday night while being transferred to a detention facility in
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December 9, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Black Hills Energy customers will receive refunds and see smaller bills after the Nebraska Public Service Commission on Tuesday negotiated and approved a lower rate increase for customers.
Nebraska gas customers will see smaller rate hike and refunds
Black Hills Energy customers will receive refunds and see smaller bills after the Nebraska Public Service Commission on Tuesday negotiated and approved a lower rate increase for customers.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Nebraska has fired defensive line coach Terry Bradden after one season. It’s the second defensive move of the offseason for Matt Rhule — and the third coaching change overall.
Nebraska fires defensive line coach Terry Bradden after one season
Nebraska has fired defensive line coach Terry Bradden after one season. It’s the second defensive move of the offseason for Matt Rhule — and the third coaching change overall.
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December 9, 2025 at 5:27 PM
The Lancaster County Attorney's Office says it won't file charges at this time against a 23-year-old Lincoln man arrested last week in the fatal shooting of his brother.
No charges filed at this time in shooting death at Casey's in Lincoln
The Lancaster County Attorney's Office says it won't file charges at this time against a 23-year-old Lincoln man arrested last week in the fatal shooting of his brother.
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December 9, 2025 at 5:02 PM
A former employee of Archangels Catholic High School is accusing the school of rescinding a contract after she reported that a male teacher was sharing “inappropriate ... materials" with students.
Former Catholic high school employee alleges whistleblower retaliation in lawsuit
A former employee of Archangels Catholic High School is accusing the school of rescinding a contract after she reported that a male teacher was sharing “inappropriate ... materials" with students.
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December 9, 2025 at 3:57 PM
The ruling, in the wake of the passage last month of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, means the records could be made public within 10 days.
Justice Department can unseal Ghislaine Maxwell sex trafficking case records, judge says
The ruling, in the wake of the passage last month of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, means the records could be made public within 10 days.
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December 9, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Sen. Dan McKeon's attorney, Perry Pirsch, said he was likely to plead no contest by waiver "to put the matter behind him and to focus on the upcoming legislative session."
State senator charged with disturbing the peace after incident at end-of-session party
Sen. Dan McKeon's attorney, Perry Pirsch, said he was likely to plead no contest by waiver "to put the matter behind him and to focus on the upcoming legislative session."
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December 9, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Wisconsin recorded 15,476 donors to Nebraska's 14,551 in the 2025 "We Give Blood" competition. Nebraska more than tripled its donations from the inaugural year.
Nebraska can't pull off repeat win in Big Ten blood drive but donations still soar
Wisconsin recorded 15,476 donors to Nebraska's 14,551 in the 2025 "We Give Blood" competition. Nebraska more than tripled its donations from the inaugural year.
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December 9, 2025 at 3:02 PM
President Donald Trump announced a $12 billion farm aid package on Monday, which aims to help U.S. farmers who have confronted changing prices as a result of a trade war
Nebraska officials back Trump's $12B federal aid plan for farmers
President Donald Trump announced a $12 billion farm aid package on Monday, which aims to help U.S. farmers who have confronted changing prices as a result of a trade war
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December 9, 2025 at 2:02 PM
The federal lawsuit alleges some officers involved in the controversial traffic stop in downtown Omaha on Sept. 28 violated the passengers’ rights.
Bud Crawford passengers sue Omaha, claim police used excessive force in stop
The federal lawsuit alleges some officers involved in the controversial traffic stop in downtown Omaha on Sept. 28 violated the passengers’ rights.
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December 9, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Golfers across the city's five courses rented more than 167,000 carts during the last fiscal year — a 4.4% increase from the year before.
Lincoln City Council considers golf cart lease following busy year on municipal courses
Golfers across the city's five courses rented more than 167,000 carts during the last fiscal year — a 4.4% increase from the year before.
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December 9, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Nebraska leads the nation in per-capita NCAA volleyball players — by a wide margin. What’s driving the surge?
'A competitive cauldron:' Nebraska produces the most volleyball prospects per capita. How?
Nebraska leads the nation in per-capita NCAA volleyball players — by a wide margin. What’s driving the surge?
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December 9, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia and Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin are the finalists for the Heisman Trophy.
ND's Love, Indiana's Mendoza, Vandy's Pavia, Ohio St.'s Sayin named Heisman finalists
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia and Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin are the finalists for the Heisman Trophy.
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December 9, 2025 at 1:35 AM
Nebraska freshman running back Jamarion Parker will enter the transfer portal without playing a snap for the Huskers.
Nebraska running back Jamarion Parker will enter the transfer portal
Nebraska freshman running back Jamarion Parker will enter the transfer portal without playing a snap for the Huskers.
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December 9, 2025 at 1:10 AM
The second largest indoor ag show in the country lands in Lincoln Tuesday with more than 800 exhibitors from all over the world showcasing products, services and innovation.
Ag Expo, where innovation and agriculture collide, gets underway Tuesday
The second largest indoor ag show in the country lands in Lincoln Tuesday with more than 800 exhibitors from all over the world showcasing products, services and innovation.
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December 8, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Bob Dylan will kick of the next leg of his Rough and Rowdy Ways tour in Omaha this spring.
Bob Dylan to kick off next leg of Rough and Rowdy Ways tour in Nebraska
Bob Dylan will kick of the next leg of his Rough and Rowdy Ways tour in Omaha this spring.
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December 8, 2025 at 8:34 PM
For the first time in nearly seven years, Nebraska men's basketball is ranked in the Associated Press Top 25.
Nebraska men's basketball makes long-awaited return to AP Top 25 poll
For the first time in nearly seven years, Nebraska men's basketball is ranked in the Associated Press Top 25.
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December 8, 2025 at 7:33 PM
The Legislature's Executive Board met behind closed doors on Monday with an outside attorney hired to help investigate the complaint made against Sen. Dan McKeon of Amherst.
Nebraska lawmakers continue to discuss groping allegations made against Sen. McKeon
The Legislature's Executive Board met behind closed doors on Monday with an outside attorney hired to help investigate the complaint made against Sen. Dan McKeon of Amherst.
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December 8, 2025 at 7:18 PM
"We need some help. Whoever is doing this, we need it to stop," Lancaster County Chief Deputy Sheriff Ben Houchin said.
Lancaster County Sheriff's Office says to be on the lookout for tire dumper
"We need some help. Whoever is doing this, we need it to stop," Lancaster County Chief Deputy Sheriff Ben Houchin said.
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December 8, 2025 at 6:33 PM
The city of Lincoln on Monday announced that creative geniuses around town submitted 164 names for this year's snowplow naming contest.
Creative geniuses around town submit ideas for snowplow naming contest
The city of Lincoln on Monday announced that creative geniuses around town submitted 164 names for this year's snowplow naming contest.
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December 8, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Legendary blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa and the powerhouse blues-southern rock band Gov’t Mule will be in Lincoln at Pinewood Bowl in August.
Blues icons Joe Bonamassa and Gov’t Mule to play Lincoln's Pinewood Bowl
Legendary blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa and the powerhouse blues-southern rock band Gov’t Mule will be in Lincoln at Pinewood Bowl in August.
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December 8, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Lincoln police are investigating after a body was found near the University of Nebraska-Lincoln City Campus on Monday.
Body found near Vine Street and Antelope Valley Parkway, Lincoln police say
Lincoln police are investigating after a body was found near the University of Nebraska-Lincoln City Campus on Monday.
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December 8, 2025 at 4:43 PM