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Kearney youth center scandal snowballs as fourth ex-worker arrested, another sent to jail

Kearney youth center scandal snowballs as fourth ex-worker arrested, another sent to jail

  • Sara Gentzler Flatwater Free Press

The most recent employee arrested was accused of sending explicit text messages and videos to a Douglas County youth confined at the Kearney center. She’s now facing six felony charges.

Former Husker wrestler AJ Ferrari arrested in North Platte

Former Husker wrestler AJ Ferrari arrested in North Platte

  • Andrew Bottrell North Platte Telegraph

Former Husker wrestler A.J. Ferrari was arrested early Saturday morning near North Platte after a pursuit that reached 110 mph and a subsequent search.

Lexington man charged with three sexual assault felonies

Lexington man charged with three sexual assault felonies

  • Andrew Bottrell

A 46-year-old Lexington man has been charged with multiple felony charges of first-degree sexual assault of a child.

California man arrested after troopers find over 25 pounds of meth

California man arrested after troopers find over 25 pounds of meth

  • Andrew Bottrell

A California man was arrested Tuesday in Dawson County after state troopers found more than 25 pounds of methamphetamine during a traffic stop.

Omaha man arrested in connection with Ralston homicide

Omaha man arrested in connection with Ralston homicide

  • Kevin Cole World-Herald Staff Writer

A man wanted in connection with the slaying of a 29-year-old man that occurred outside of a Ralston convenience store was arrested Saturday in Council Bluffs.  

Gothenburg woman charged with felony child abuse and sexual assault of a child

Gothenburg woman charged with felony child abuse and sexual assault of a child

  • Andrew Bottrell

A Gothenburg woman is being charged with felony child abuse and sexual assault of a child.

Photos: Omaha police gather after armed man killed by SWAT in South Omaha shootout

Photos: Omaha police gather after armed man killed by SWAT in South Omaha shootout

  • Chris Machian World-Herald Photographer

See photos of the large police presence near 19th and Bancroft Streets in South Omaha

Photos: Omaha police gather after armed man killed by SWAT in South Omaha shootout

Photos: Omaha police gather after armed man killed by SWAT in South Omaha shootout

    See photos of the large police presence near 19th and Bancroft Streets in South Omaha

    State troopers trying to locate man who ran from traffic stop near Overton

    State troopers trying to locate man who ran from traffic stop near Overton

      In a social media post, the Nebraska State Patrol said a man ran south toward the Platte River near mile marker 244 between Overton and Lexington.

      2 arrested after Lexington police carry out arrest warrants

      2 arrested after Lexington police carry out arrest warrants

        LEXINGTON — The Lexington Police Department arrested two subjects Thursday morning after conducting simultaneous arrest operations.

        Gothenburg man charged with third-degree sexual assault of a child

        Gothenburg man charged with third-degree sexual assault of a child

          Dirk M. Earll, 29, is charged with third-degree sexual assault of a child, a Class 3A felony; and two counts of committing child abuse intentionally with no injury.

          North Platte man accused of stealing tires from various businesses using fraudulent credit cards

          North Platte man accused of stealing tires from various businesses using fraudulent credit cards

            Guillermo Goytia-Avitia, 57, of North Platte was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of theft by deception, more than $5,000.

            Defense counters prosecutors' 'blind hatred' of Bongiovanni in seeking milder punishment

            Defense counters prosecutors' 'blind hatred' of Bongiovanni in seeking milder punishment

              Defense lawyers have asked for a short prison term, if any time in custody is required at all, for the first Drug Enforcement Administration agent in Western New York convicted of protecting drug traffickers.

              'I will always believe in his innocence': Letters to judge paint Joseph Bongiovanni as devoted family man

              'I will always believe in his innocence': Letters to judge paint Joseph Bongiovanni as devoted family man

                The U.S Attorney's Office wants a 15-year prison sentence for ex-Drug Enforcement Administration Agent Joseph Bongiovanni. But Bongiovanni's family and friends feel differently and seek leniency for the man they believe is innocent.

                Pursuit that reached more than 140 mph on I-80 results in two teens being apprehended

                Pursuit that reached more than 140 mph on I-80 results in two teens being apprehended

                The driver, an 18-year-old male from Colorado, was lodged in Lincoln County Jail on suspicion of flight to avoid arrest, resisting arrest and possession of a controlled substance.

                Remembering Lincoln's homicide victims of 2023

                Remembering Lincoln's homicide victims of 2023

                Seven people have died in suspected homicides in Lincoln so far this year. Here's who they were. 

                McCook woman charged with theft, identity theft in connection to $1M sale of cattle

                McCook woman charged with theft, identity theft in connection to $1M sale of cattle

                Amanda Gentry, 47, is charged with felony theft and identity theft in connection to a more than $1 million purchase of cattle from the Ogallala Livestock Market in October.

                Two Oregon residents arrested after meth, firearms found during I-80 vehicle search

                Two Oregon residents arrested after meth, firearms found during I-80 vehicle search

                A man and a woman from Oregon were arrested Friday after Nebraska State troopers found more than 40 grams of methamphetamine during a vehicle search on I-80.

                Prosecutors seek 15-year sentence for  Joseph Bongiovanni: His damage is 'likely immeasurable'

                Prosecutors seek 15-year sentence for Joseph Bongiovanni: His damage is 'likely immeasurable'

                Prosecutors want disgraced former DEA Agent Joseph Bongiovanni to receive 15 years in prison for using his position as a special agent to tip off drug traffickers about investigations and informants. He'll be sentenced next month. 

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 1 — Charles Starkweather

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 1 — Charles Starkweather

                Former Lincoln Public Safety Director Tom Casady has seen his share of crimes in a career that spanned more than 40 years. No. 1 on the list is Charles Starkweather's killing spree.

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 2 — Lincoln National Bank heist of $2.7M

                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.

                Lexington woman arrested after Tuesday vehicle theft, hit-and-run

                Lexington woman arrested after Tuesday vehicle theft, hit-and-run

                LEXINGTON — Lexington police responded to a pedestrian-vehicle accident at the intersection of 11th and Washington Street about 7:35 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25.

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                David Hoffmann is investing millions to preserve local newspapers

                David Hoffmann is investing millions to preserve local newspapers

                Russian daredevils unfurl banner atop New York's Empire State Building in proposal stunt

                Russian daredevils unfurl banner atop New York's Empire State Building in proposal stunt

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                Watercolor painting workshop in the gardens
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                Watercolor painting workshop in the gardens

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                Adults explore watercolor painting with instructor Kameran Dostal at Yanney Park Botanical Gardens, creating plant-inspired artworks during July evening sessions.

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                4th of July celebration at Prairie View Gardens
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                4th of July celebration at Prairie View Gardens

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                Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a cookout, games, live music, and fireworks over the pond at Prairie View Gardens. RSVP by June 23 is requested.

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                4th of July BBQ at Brookestone Gardens
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                4th of July BBQ at Brookestone Gardens

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                Brookestone Gardens residents and loved ones are invited to an Independence Day barbecue on Thursday, July 2 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. RSVP by June 29.

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                Blue & gold volleyball camp individual skills 2026

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                Blue & Gold Volleyball Camp offers two-day individual skills training for grades 5–12, featuring position work, competitions and coaching led by veteran coach Squiers.

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                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 3 — Murder, escape from the state pen

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 3 — Murder, escape from the state pen

                Convict Shorty Gray and his co-conspirators shot and killed Warden James Delahunty, a deputy warden and a guard, and escaped from the state pen on March 13, 1912.

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 4 — Sabotage and fatal train wreck

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 4 — Sabotage and fatal train wreck

                Former Lincoln Public Safety Director Tom Casady has seen his share of crimes in a career that spanned more than 40 years. Here are is his 10 most infamous crimes in Lincoln's history.

                Former police chief Tom Casady revisits Lincoln’s 10 most notorious crimes

                Former police chief Tom Casady revisits Lincoln’s 10 most notorious crimes

                Former Lincoln Public Safety Director Tom Casady shares his thoughts on a list of significant Lincoln crimes he made in 2010. The Journal Star begins counting down his top 10.

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 5 — An S&L scam of epic proportions

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 5 — An S&L scam of epic proportions

                Former Lincoln Public Safety Director Tom Casady has seen his share of crimes in a career that spanned more than 40 years. Here are is his 10 most infamous crimes in Lincoln's history.

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 6 — The murder of UNL student Candi Harms

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 6 — The murder of UNL student Candi Harms

                Former Lincoln Public Safety Director Tom Casady has seen his share of crimes in a career that spanned more than 40 years. Here are is his 10 most infamous crimes in Lincoln's history.

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 7 — 2 boys never return home from state fair

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 7 — 2 boys never return home from state fair

                Former Lincoln Public Safety Director Tom Casady has seen his share of crimes in a career that spanned more than 40 years. Here are is his 10 most infamous crimes in Lincoln's history.

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 8 — Gambling den owner John Sheedy's murder

                Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 8 — Gambling den owner John Sheedy's murder

                Former Lincoln Public Safety Director Tom Casady has seen his share of crimes in a career that spanned more than 40 years. Here are is his 10 most infamous crimes in Lincoln's history.

                North Platte man charged in September Dawson County wreck, death

                North Platte man charged in September Dawson County wreck, death

                A North Platte man is being charged with misdemeanor motor vehicle homicide after a wreck near the intersection of Road 429 and U.S. Highway 30 in Dawson County.

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