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Police are investigating after a body was found in a small pond near North 50th and R streets.
Police investigating after body found in northeast Lincoln pond
Police are investigating after a body was found in a small pond near North 50th and R streets.
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February 16, 2026 at 9:49 PM
Police are investigating after a body was found in a small pond near North 50th and R streets.
The Nebraska Supreme Court has reversed a decision last summer in a legal spat between a local real estate company seeking $3.5 million against a former development partner.
High court reverses decision in $3.5M lawsuit against ex-Husker over West Haymarket projects
The Nebraska Supreme Court has reversed a decision last summer in a legal spat between a local real estate company seeking $3.5 million against a former development partner.
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February 16, 2026 at 9:34 PM
The Nebraska Supreme Court has reversed a decision last summer in a legal spat between a local real estate company seeking $3.5 million against a former development partner.
Nebraska fell in the latest AP poll, but the Huskers are still making history with the longest top-10 streak the program has ever seen.
Nebraska’s AP Top 25 ranking drops, but program milestone keeps growing
Nebraska fell in the latest AP poll, but the Huskers are still making history with the longest top-10 streak the program has ever seen.
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February 16, 2026 at 7:39 PM
Nebraska fell in the latest AP poll, but the Huskers are still making history with the longest top-10 streak the program has ever seen.
Nebraska needed momentum for its NCAA tournament push — but a fast Iowa start put the Huskers behind early and they never recovered.
Nebraska women’s early collapse vs. Iowa raises the stakes down the stretch
Nebraska needed momentum for its NCAA tournament push — but a fast Iowa start put the Huskers behind early and they never recovered.
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February 16, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Nebraska needed momentum for its NCAA tournament push — but a fast Iowa start put the Huskers behind early and they never recovered.
The pursuit, which lasted over an hour, ended with the arrest of 42-year-old Juan Avant of Memphis, Tennessee.
Tennessee man arrested after lengthy multi-county pursuit in eastern Nebraska
The pursuit, which lasted over an hour, ended with the arrest of 42-year-old Juan Avant of Memphis, Tennessee.
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February 16, 2026 at 7:09 PM
The pursuit, which lasted over an hour, ended with the arrest of 42-year-old Juan Avant of Memphis, Tennessee.
Robert Duvall, the Academy Award-winning actor known for his roles in Hollywood classics such as "The Godfather" and "Apocalypse Now," has died. He was 95.
Robert Duvall, 'Apocalypse Now' and 'The Godfather' icon, dies at 95
Robert Duvall, the Academy Award-winning actor known for his roles in Hollywood classics such as "The Godfather" and "Apocalypse Now," has died. He was 95.
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February 16, 2026 at 6:54 PM
Robert Duvall, the Academy Award-winning actor known for his roles in Hollywood classics such as "The Godfather" and "Apocalypse Now," has died. He was 95.
In 1964, Martin Luther King Jr. spoke to about 6,000 people at Lincoln's downtown auditorium.
Black History Month in Lincoln: Remembering MLK’s visit
In 1964, Martin Luther King Jr. spoke to about 6,000 people at Lincoln's downtown auditorium.
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February 16, 2026 at 6:03 PM
In 1964, Martin Luther King Jr. spoke to about 6,000 people at Lincoln's downtown auditorium.
“There was never a second in his life that wasn’t focused on how to do something for someone or to make the community better.”
Legendary Nebraska businessman, philanthropist Michael Yanney dead at 92
“There was never a second in his life that wasn’t focused on how to do something for someone or to make the community better.”
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February 16, 2026 at 2:34 PM
“There was never a second in his life that wasn’t focused on how to do something for someone or to make the community better.”
Glowing strings inspired by musical instruments could soon light up University Square Garage as part of a facade redesign tied to downtown’s growing music district.
City considers jazzing up parking garage in downtown music district
Glowing strings inspired by musical instruments could soon light up University Square Garage as part of a facade redesign tied to downtown’s growing music district.
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February 16, 2026 at 2:09 PM
Glowing strings inspired by musical instruments could soon light up University Square Garage as part of a facade redesign tied to downtown’s growing music district.
Police have received calls about a “disturbing text message scam” that claims a family member has been kidnapped.
Crete police alert public to kidnapping text message scam
Police have received calls about a “disturbing text message scam” that claims a family member has been kidnapped.
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February 16, 2026 at 1:54 PM
Police have received calls about a “disturbing text message scam” that claims a family member has been kidnapped.
The nominees for the Liberty First Athlete of the Week are in. Vote now!
Vote now: Here are this week's nominees for Liberty First Athlete of the Week
The nominees for the Liberty First Athlete of the Week are in. Vote now!
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February 16, 2026 at 1:33 PM
The nominees for the Liberty First Athlete of the Week are in. Vote now!
Herbster slammed Pillen for cover-ups, lies, a $2.5M no-bid contract, broken tax promises, and warned the GOP could be "in serious trouble."
'GOP in serious trouble': Herbster’s 5 biggest hits on Pillen that could rock the GOP
Herbster slammed Pillen for cover-ups, lies, a $2.5M no-bid contract, broken tax promises, and warned the GOP could be "in serious trouble."
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February 16, 2026 at 1:04 PM
Herbster slammed Pillen for cover-ups, lies, a $2.5M no-bid contract, broken tax promises, and warned the GOP could be "in serious trouble."
A number of Lincoln businesses have closed in recent weeks, one has downsized and reopened in a new location, and another has moved into a bigger site.
Retail shakeup: Lincoln stores close, relocate and downsize
A number of Lincoln businesses have closed in recent weeks, one has downsized and reopened in a new location, and another has moved into a bigger site.
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February 16, 2026 at 11:33 AM
A number of Lincoln businesses have closed in recent weeks, one has downsized and reopened in a new location, and another has moved into a bigger site.
A 23-year-old Lincoln woman was arrested after police say she slashed a 57-year-old man with a kitchen knife Sunday morning. The victim’s injuries were serious but not life-threatening.
Man seriously injured in Lincoln stabbing; 23-year-old woman arrested
A 23-year-old Lincoln woman was arrested after police say she slashed a 57-year-old man with a kitchen knife Sunday morning. The victim’s injuries were serious but not life-threatening.
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February 16, 2026 at 1:56 AM
A 23-year-old Lincoln woman was arrested after police say she slashed a 57-year-old man with a kitchen knife Sunday morning. The victim’s injuries were serious but not life-threatening.
Beans are affordable, nutritious and versatile. Here’s how to cook them — and three recipes to try tonight.
You really should eat more beans. Here are 3 recipes to get you started
Beans are affordable, nutritious and versatile. Here’s how to cook them — and three recipes to try tonight.
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February 15, 2026 at 11:21 PM
Beans are affordable, nutritious and versatile. Here’s how to cook them — and three recipes to try tonight.
Tyler Reddick won the Daytona 500 in a car owned by Michael Jordan when Chase Elliott crashed as he and Reddick were battling for the win.
Tyler Reddick wins the Daytona 500 for Michael Jordan-owned 23XI Racing
Tyler Reddick won the Daytona 500 in a car owned by Michael Jordan when Chase Elliott crashed as he and Reddick were battling for the win.
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February 15, 2026 at 11:06 PM
Tyler Reddick won the Daytona 500 in a car owned by Michael Jordan when Chase Elliott crashed as he and Reddick were battling for the win.
For the second time this season, the Nebraska softball team has gone toe-to-toe with the nation’s best team and emerged victorious.
Huskers take down No. 1 again: Nebraska rallies past Texas Tech
For the second time this season, the Nebraska softball team has gone toe-to-toe with the nation’s best team and emerged victorious.
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February 15, 2026 at 10:35 PM
For the second time this season, the Nebraska softball team has gone toe-to-toe with the nation’s best team and emerged victorious.
Here's what is open and closed on Presidents Day.
What's closed and what's open for Presidents Day
Here's what is open and closed on Presidents Day.
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February 15, 2026 at 9:37 PM
Here's what is open and closed on Presidents Day.
There will be a new No. 1 in college basketball, one Nebraska nearly beat: Michigan. Elsewhere in the Big Ten, Wisconsin is surging despite a 30-point loss to the Huskers.
Huskers' win over Wisconsin looks better as top teams stumble
There will be a new No. 1 in college basketball, one Nebraska nearly beat: Michigan. Elsewhere in the Big Ten, Wisconsin is surging despite a 30-point loss to the Huskers.
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February 15, 2026 at 9:11 PM
There will be a new No. 1 in college basketball, one Nebraska nearly beat: Michigan. Elsewhere in the Big Ten, Wisconsin is surging despite a 30-point loss to the Huskers.
“Maybe it’s an hour from now. Maybe it’s weeks or months or years from now. But we won’t quit."
Sheriff in Guthrie kidnapping says search could take years
“Maybe it’s an hour from now. Maybe it’s weeks or months or years from now. But we won’t quit."
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February 15, 2026 at 7:20 PM
“Maybe it’s an hour from now. Maybe it’s weeks or months or years from now. But we won’t quit."
Samantha Nieman began visiting the cannabis store Plant’d Farma and its next-door cocktail lounge, The Garden, after gravitating away from alcohol. She still wanted to enjoy the social scene and
Popular THC drinks that are sold in Nebraska face an uncertain future
Samantha Nieman began visiting the cannabis store Plant’d Farma and its next-door cocktail lounge, The Garden, after gravitating away from alcohol. She still wanted to enjoy the social scene and
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February 15, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Samantha Nieman began visiting the cannabis store Plant’d Farma and its next-door cocktail lounge, The Garden, after gravitating away from alcohol. She still wanted to enjoy the social scene and
More clutch offense Saturday and a high-powered weekend debut for Carson Jasa have Nebraska baseball on a rare season-opening win streak.
Nebraska baseball off to rare 2-0 start as Carson Jasa dominates
More clutch offense Saturday and a high-powered weekend debut for Carson Jasa have Nebraska baseball on a rare season-opening win streak.
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February 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM
More clutch offense Saturday and a high-powered weekend debut for Carson Jasa have Nebraska baseball on a rare season-opening win streak.
Between 1948 to 1975, the Wilson family gathered for eight church weddings — each marked with white gowns, sharp tuxedos and vows that would last a lifetime.
Lasting love: With 462 combined years of marriage, it's been happily ever after for the Wilsons
Between 1948 to 1975, the Wilson family gathered for eight church weddings — each marked with white gowns, sharp tuxedos and vows that would last a lifetime.
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February 15, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Between 1948 to 1975, the Wilson family gathered for eight church weddings — each marked with white gowns, sharp tuxedos and vows that would last a lifetime.
Before this year, Lancaster County hadn't reported a measles case since 2019. Here's how the virus was caught.
How Lincoln's first measles case in decades was tracked down
Before this year, Lancaster County hadn't reported a measles case since 2019. Here's how the virus was caught.
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February 15, 2026 at 1:04 PM
Before this year, Lancaster County hadn't reported a measles case since 2019. Here's how the virus was caught.
Lincoln Public Schools is hiring an LGBTQ+ student advocate, and the position has drawn criticism from state leaders. Others see it as a role that supports vulnerable students.
Pillen calls LGBTQ+ advocate job 'woke garbage'. Lincoln schools say it's needed.
Lincoln Public Schools is hiring an LGBTQ+ student advocate, and the position has drawn criticism from state leaders. Others see it as a role that supports vulnerable students.
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February 15, 2026 at 11:33 AM
Lincoln Public Schools is hiring an LGBTQ+ student advocate, and the position has drawn criticism from state leaders. Others see it as a role that supports vulnerable students.