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Lincoln students head back to class. See our photos from the first day of school

Lincoln students head back to class. See our photos from the first day of school

    Wednesday was the first day of school for Lincoln Public Schools students in kindergarten and sixth and ninth grades. See photos here.

    County chair sues Nebraska Democratic Party, alleging retaliation for reporting sex harassment

    County chair sues Nebraska Democratic Party, alleging retaliation for reporting sex harassment

    • CHRIS DUNKER Lincoln Journal Star

    In a lawsuit filed Tuesday in U.S. District Court in Omaha, Larissa Schultz alleged Nebraska Democratic Party leaders retaliated against her after she reported the sexual harassment.

    A 6 a.m. call, a 7:30 commitment: Averi Bridges details her pledge to Penn State

    A 6 a.m. call, a 7:30 commitment: Averi Bridges details her pledge to Penn State

    • BRENT C. WAGNER Lincoln Journal Star

    Averi Bridges spent a year attending camps across the country, but her college decision took about 90 minutes.

    Fremont 4-H Expo names Grand Ambassadors, honors Grand Marshal

    Fremont 4-H Expo names Grand Ambassadors, honors Grand Marshal

    • David Golbitz Fremont Tribune

    4-H ambassadors from Dodge and Saunders counties win grand ambassador honors at 4-H Expo on Friday, July 10, 2026.

    Pink Bandana has raised thousands for those with breast cancer. Next year will be nonprofit's last.

    Pink Bandana has raised thousands for those with breast cancer. Next year will be nonprofit's last.

    • SUSIE BOVAIRD Lincoln Journal Star

    Ahead of its final year, Pink Bandanas welcomed 160 teams and over 2,000 people to the village of Prague for its Beat Breast Cancer mud volleyball tournament. 

    Photos: North Omaha fire severely damages two homes Monday evening

    Photos: North Omaha fire severely damages two homes Monday evening

    • Nikos Frazier World-Herald Photo/Video Editor

    Two homes were damaged Monday night after a house fire on Crown Point Avenue in Omaha.

    Wahoo artist, Lincoln author team up to turn viral sensation into a kid's book

    Wahoo artist, Lincoln author team up to turn viral sensation into a kid's book

    • ANNA KLEIBER Lincoln Journal Star

    Nebraskans Rebecca Atanassova and Alissa Hansen teamed up to create their new children's book, "George the Mouse in a Log Pile House," inspired by photographer Simon Dell's work. 

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    Man hospitalized after Westroads shoplifting chase, standoff at North Omaha home

    Creighton University's new sophomore residence hall opens Sunday

    Creighton University's new sophomore residence hall opens Sunday

    Game and Parks investigating drowning of 7-year-old boy at Lake Mac

    Game and Parks investigating drowning of 7-year-old boy at Lake Mac

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    Nebraska tax receipts miss forecast again, but only by $400K

    Nebraska tax receipts miss forecast again, but only by $400K

    Nebraska missed its tax forecast for a fifth straight month. July’s miss was tiny — $400,000 — but the state’s budget problem is anything but.

    Grand Island Area Habitat for Humanity to dedicate Home 123 

    Grand Island Area Habitat for Humanity to dedicate Home 123 

    Grand Island Area Habitat for Humanity will celebrate the dedication of Home 123 at 5:30 p.m. Monday at 2018 Nelson Lane. 

    Man hospitalized after Westroads shoplifting chase, standoff at North Omaha home

    Man hospitalized after Westroads shoplifting chase, standoff at North Omaha home

    An Omaha police helicopter tracked a man to a neighborhood near 37th Street and Grand Avenue, where police say he was seen armed and entering a house.

    In novel lawsuit, Lincoln families challenge state education funding

    In novel lawsuit, Lincoln families challenge state education funding

    Two Lincoln families have filed what’s believed to be a first-of-its-kind-in-the-nation lawsuit accusing the state’s K-12 education system of violating their free-speech rights by only funding their children’s schooling if they accept “the government’s educational viewpoint.”

    I-80 closed from Hershey to Sutherland for crash

    I-80 closed from Hershey to Sutherland for crash

    Westbound lanes of Interstate 80 are closed Friday morning for a crash.

    Opa! Bridgeport Greek Festival will celebrate 100 years Saturday

    Opa! Bridgeport Greek Festival will celebrate 100 years Saturday

    The 100th annual Greek Festival will be held Aug. 15 at the Prairie Winds Community Center in Bridgeport. Doors open at 3:30 p.m., and admission is free.

    49% of Nebraska children with ADHD receive behavior treatment. Why experts recommend it

    49% of Nebraska children with ADHD receive behavior treatment. Why experts recommend it

    LifeStance Health reports ADHD treatment rates in Nebraska.

    Work will begin Monday on I-80 project in Kimball County

    Work will begin Monday on I-80 project in Kimball County

    Weather permitting, work will begin Aug. 17 on Interstate 80 (I-80), from mile marker 0 to mile marker 10, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation.

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    Omaha police provide update during "emergency situation" in North Omaha

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    'Now anyone can play': With redshirts gone, Nebraska volleyball frosh aiming for court time

    'Now anyone can play': With redshirts gone, Nebraska volleyball frosh aiming for court time

    With redshirting no longer an option, Nebraska volleyball freshmen are embracing the new chance to earn playing time in their debut seasons.

    Amie Just and Sam McKewon discuss how Nebraska volleyball gets creative with elite middles

    Amie Just and Sam McKewon discuss how Nebraska volleyball gets creative with elite middles

    If Nebraska volleyball has the best middle blockers in the country, can the Huskers find a way to play three? Amie Just and Sam McKewon discuss.  

    Viral promise kept: Jon Rothstein sets Husker hoops 'Happy Hour' event near PBA

    Viral promise kept: Jon Rothstein sets Husker hoops 'Happy Hour' event near PBA

    Jon Rothstein promised to buy Nebraska basketball fans drinks if the Huskers won an NCAA Tournament game. After their historic run, he’s coming to Lincoln to deliver.

    Shatel: Nebraska volleyball seniors already have their legacy — a national title still awaits

    Shatel: Nebraska volleyball seniors already have their legacy — a national title still awaits

    Nebraska volleyball has become the sport’s gold standard, but the Huskers still want the championship trophy. Four seniors get one final chance to finish their legacy together.

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    Old favorites bringing new foods to Nebraska State Fair

    Whether they're savory, sweet or sippable, dozens of new food items are coming to this year's Nebraska State Fair.

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