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Lucky for Life, a lottery game offered in 22 states, including Nebraska, is ending Feb. 21, 2026.
This daily lottery drawing is coming to an end in Nebraska. Here's what's replacing it.
Lucky for Life, a lottery game offered in 22 states, including Nebraska, is ending Feb. 21, 2026.
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November 27, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Lucky for Life, a lottery game offered in 22 states, including Nebraska, is ending Feb. 21, 2026.
Nebraska may be close to returning $350 million in federal money meant to help Nebraskans who still can’t get high-speed Internet. Why?
Nebraska may return $350M in fed funding meant to boost broadband
Nebraska may be close to returning $350 million in federal money meant to help Nebraskans who still can’t get high-speed Internet. Why?
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November 27, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Nebraska may be close to returning $350 million in federal money meant to help Nebraskans who still can’t get high-speed Internet. Why?
Lincoln police are investigating an apparent shooting in north Lincoln earlier this week.
Police investigating reports of shots fired in north Lincoln
Lincoln police are investigating an apparent shooting in north Lincoln earlier this week.
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November 27, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Lincoln police are investigating an apparent shooting in north Lincoln earlier this week.
Colder temps and a chance of snow are headed toward Lincoln Friday morning, just in time for Black Friday shoppers and kickoff against Iowa at Memorial Stadium.
Hot deals, heated rivalry: Black Friday shoppers, Husker fans brace for winter chill
Colder temps and a chance of snow are headed toward Lincoln Friday morning, just in time for Black Friday shoppers and kickoff against Iowa at Memorial Stadium.
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November 27, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Colder temps and a chance of snow are headed toward Lincoln Friday morning, just in time for Black Friday shoppers and kickoff against Iowa at Memorial Stadium.
A Douglas County District Court judge ordered the teen boy to serve anywhere from 50 years to 70 years in prison for his role in a crime spree that resulted
Crime spree began with gun shop robbery, ended with a dead Uber driver. Teen now heads to prison.
A Douglas County District Court judge ordered the teen boy to serve anywhere from 50 years to 70 years in prison for his role in a crime spree that resulted
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November 27, 2025 at 4:10 PM
A Douglas County District Court judge ordered the teen boy to serve anywhere from 50 years to 70 years in prison for his role in a crime spree that resulted
Former Lincoln Public Safety Director Tom Casady has seen his share of crimes in a career that spanned more than 40 years.
Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 2 — Lincoln National Bank heist of $2.7M
Former Lincoln Public Safety Director Tom Casady has seen his share of crimes in a career that spanned more than 40 years.
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November 27, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Former Lincoln Public Safety Director Tom Casady has seen his share of crimes in a career that spanned more than 40 years.
The individuals were residents of the seven-county Two Rivers Public Health Department, which includes Buffalo, Dawson, Franklin, Gosper, Harlan, Kearney and Phelps counties.
2 more Nebraska COVID deaths reported for total of 5 in recent weeks
The individuals were residents of the seven-county Two Rivers Public Health Department, which includes Buffalo, Dawson, Franklin, Gosper, Harlan, Kearney and Phelps counties.
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November 27, 2025 at 2:40 PM
The individuals were residents of the seven-county Two Rivers Public Health Department, which includes Buffalo, Dawson, Franklin, Gosper, Harlan, Kearney and Phelps counties.
Do you have a plan for Black Friday shopping? Or will you just wing it before and after the Huskers play Iowa? These stores offer some large discounts.
These stores offer the biggest Black Friday discounts
Do you have a plan for Black Friday shopping? Or will you just wing it before and after the Huskers play Iowa? These stores offer some large discounts.
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November 27, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Do you have a plan for Black Friday shopping? Or will you just wing it before and after the Huskers play Iowa? These stores offer some large discounts.
"Whether marijuana is legal or not, there is no state in this country where you can transport, as a private person, 1,200 pounds of it legally," the judge said.
Caught with half-ton of pot in Nebraska, veteran with no criminal record heads to prison
"Whether marijuana is legal or not, there is no state in this country where you can transport, as a private person, 1,200 pounds of it legally," the judge said.
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November 27, 2025 at 1:05 PM
"Whether marijuana is legal or not, there is no state in this country where you can transport, as a private person, 1,200 pounds of it legally," the judge said.
Happy Thanksgiving!
These stores are open on Thanksgiving Day
Happy Thanksgiving!
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November 27, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Happy Thanksgiving!
In July, Fat Dogs, a convenience store, registered a building permit to transform part of its building into a Hardee’s. Five months later, Lincoln is still waiting for the chain.
Fast-food chain's return to Lincoln after 20-year absence in limbo
In July, Fat Dogs, a convenience store, registered a building permit to transform part of its building into a Hardee’s. Five months later, Lincoln is still waiting for the chain.
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November 27, 2025 at 11:35 AM
In July, Fat Dogs, a convenience store, registered a building permit to transform part of its building into a Hardee’s. Five months later, Lincoln is still waiting for the chain.
Hailing from Lincoln, The Wildwoods are returning from a nationwide tour to bring their folksy sound back to their hometown for a “homecoming show” at the Bourbon Theatre on Saturday.
Home at last! Lincoln band to play the Bourbon after nationwide tour
Hailing from Lincoln, The Wildwoods are returning from a nationwide tour to bring their folksy sound back to their hometown for a “homecoming show” at the Bourbon Theatre on Saturday.
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November 27, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Hailing from Lincoln, The Wildwoods are returning from a nationwide tour to bring their folksy sound back to their hometown for a “homecoming show” at the Bourbon Theatre on Saturday.
A Nebraska man who killed a Columbus woman in 2022 while on parole has been sentenced to 98 years to life for her killing.
Nebraska man gets 50 years to life for killing Columbus woman while out on parole
A Nebraska man who killed a Columbus woman in 2022 while on parole has been sentenced to 98 years to life for her killing.
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November 26, 2025 at 10:04 PM
A Nebraska man who killed a Columbus woman in 2022 while on parole has been sentenced to 98 years to life for her killing.
Lynne Walz, a former Nebraska lawmaker, described herself as an "average Nebraskan" and a moderate. She said those qualities could suit her to be Nebraska's next governor.
Lynne Walz decries party politics while weighing Nebraska governor bid
Lynne Walz, a former Nebraska lawmaker, described herself as an "average Nebraskan" and a moderate. She said those qualities could suit her to be Nebraska's next governor.
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November 26, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Lynne Walz, a former Nebraska lawmaker, described herself as an "average Nebraskan" and a moderate. She said those qualities could suit her to be Nebraska's next governor.
Emergency vehicles responded to the area and at least one helicopter landed on the National Mall. Police said a suspect is in custody.
Two National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C., AP source says
Emergency vehicles responded to the area and at least one helicopter landed on the National Mall. Police said a suspect is in custody.
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November 26, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Emergency vehicles responded to the area and at least one helicopter landed on the National Mall. Police said a suspect is in custody.
The stars wrapped up the 34th season finale on Tuesday with conservationist Robert Irwin taking home the Mirrorball Trophy.
'Dancing with the Stars' coming to Nebraska with 2026 tour
The stars wrapped up the 34th season finale on Tuesday with conservationist Robert Irwin taking home the Mirrorball Trophy.
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November 26, 2025 at 8:02 PM
The stars wrapped up the 34th season finale on Tuesday with conservationist Robert Irwin taking home the Mirrorball Trophy.
Nebraska coach Matt Rhule touched on a CBS Sports story about quarterback Dylan Raiola exploring the transfer market and other items as the Huskers prepare for Iowa.
Rhule: No knowledge of report linking Dylan Raiola to transfer portal
Nebraska coach Matt Rhule touched on a CBS Sports story about quarterback Dylan Raiola exploring the transfer market and other items as the Huskers prepare for Iowa.
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November 26, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Nebraska coach Matt Rhule touched on a CBS Sports story about quarterback Dylan Raiola exploring the transfer market and other items as the Huskers prepare for Iowa.
President Donald Trump endorsed Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen's reelection bid. In 2022, Trump supported Charles Herbster in the GOP primary. Herbster has said he may run again.
President Donald Trump gives Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen 'complete and total endorsement'
President Donald Trump endorsed Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen's reelection bid. In 2022, Trump supported Charles Herbster in the GOP primary. Herbster has said he may run again.
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November 26, 2025 at 7:17 PM
President Donald Trump endorsed Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen's reelection bid. In 2022, Trump supported Charles Herbster in the GOP primary. Herbster has said he may run again.
This year, Joel Gustafson's gratitude list includes a motorcycle helmet covered in tire marks and a team of nurses and surgeons who never gave up on him.
Lincoln man finds new meaning this Thanksgiving after surviving motorcycle crash
This year, Joel Gustafson's gratitude list includes a motorcycle helmet covered in tire marks and a team of nurses and surgeons who never gave up on him.
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November 26, 2025 at 6:02 PM
This year, Joel Gustafson's gratitude list includes a motorcycle helmet covered in tire marks and a team of nurses and surgeons who never gave up on him.
Chief Deputy Ben Houchin said to those responsible for stolen stop signs: "Please stop before someone gets seriously hurt or worse."
‘Not a prank’: Sheriff issues warning after spike in stolen stop signs
Chief Deputy Ben Houchin said to those responsible for stolen stop signs: "Please stop before someone gets seriously hurt or worse."
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November 26, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Chief Deputy Ben Houchin said to those responsible for stolen stop signs: "Please stop before someone gets seriously hurt or worse."
Did Thanksgiving sneak up on you? Is your turkey still frozen? Did you burn the ham or need a pumpkin pie?
Thanksgiving hours: Grocery stores open and closed
Did Thanksgiving sneak up on you? Is your turkey still frozen? Did you burn the ham or need a pumpkin pie?
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November 26, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Did Thanksgiving sneak up on you? Is your turkey still frozen? Did you burn the ham or need a pumpkin pie?
Legal action against Trump was unlikely to proceed while he is president. However, 14 other defendants, including Rudy Giuliani and Mark Meadows, still faced charges.
New prosecutor won't pursue charges against Trump and others in Georgia election interference case
Legal action against Trump was unlikely to proceed while he is president. However, 14 other defendants, including Rudy Giuliani and Mark Meadows, still faced charges.
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November 26, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Legal action against Trump was unlikely to proceed while he is president. However, 14 other defendants, including Rudy Giuliani and Mark Meadows, still faced charges.
Lincoln Public Schools earned a "good" classification rating in the state's annual assessment and accountability report released Wednesday morning, unchanged from last year.
Here's how Lincoln Public Schools students fared on annual statewide assessment
Lincoln Public Schools earned a "good" classification rating in the state's annual assessment and accountability report released Wednesday morning, unchanged from last year.
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November 26, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Lincoln Public Schools earned a "good" classification rating in the state's annual assessment and accountability report released Wednesday morning, unchanged from last year.
Nebraska knows what’s coming. Iowa hasn’t changed its identity in two decades — run the ball, play sound, win field position.
How Iowa’s brand of football drives a ‘buckle-your-chinstrap game’ for Nebraska
Nebraska knows what’s coming. Iowa hasn’t changed its identity in two decades — run the ball, play sound, win field position.
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November 26, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Nebraska knows what’s coming. Iowa hasn’t changed its identity in two decades — run the ball, play sound, win field position.
Lincoln Police say 29-year-old Matthias Washington, who was shot in a Lincoln apartment Saturday afternoon, died of his injuries Tuesday.
Omaha man shot at Lincoln apartment has died, police say
Lincoln Police say 29-year-old Matthias Washington, who was shot in a Lincoln apartment Saturday afternoon, died of his injuries Tuesday.
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November 26, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Lincoln Police say 29-year-old Matthias Washington, who was shot in a Lincoln apartment Saturday afternoon, died of his injuries Tuesday.