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White House briefly locked down after nearby officer-involved shooting

White House briefly locked down after nearby officer-involved shooting

  • JOEY GARRISON USA Today

The White House was briefly placed on lockdown on Monday after a law enforcement officer shot an individual on the National Mall near the Washington Monument.

Washington Hilton attack spotlights hotel industry's nagging, costly security problems

Washington Hilton attack spotlights hotel industry's nagging, costly security problems

  • Doyinsola Oladipo Reuters

Vulnerabilities include multiple access points, guests arriving at all hours, uneven screening and blurred lines around protected zones.

Donald Trump ‘doesn’t think’ about past assassination attempts

Donald Trump ‘doesn’t think’ about past assassination attempts

  • Wonderwall Video

Former President Donald Trump said he is not concerned about his safety after a third major assassination plot in two years, highlighting ongoing security stakes. At the White House, he said, "I don't think about it," days after an apparent assassination attempt at the White House Correspond…

Video released of armed man storming White House correspondents’ dinner

Video released of armed man storming White House correspondents’ dinner

  • PA Media - News

Credit: US Attorney for District of Columbia. Prosecutors have released a video showing the moment authorities say a man armed with guns and knives tried to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner in an attempt to kill US President Donald Trump. Jeanine Pirro, the US attorne…

A timeline of assassination attempts and threats against Trump

A timeline of assassination attempts and threats against Trump

  • Terry Moseley USA Today

Here is a look at the most significant confirmed assassination attempts and major security scares involving Trump.

Suspect Charged in Alleged Assassination Attempt on Trump at Washington Event.

Suspect Charged in Alleged Assassination Attempt on Trump at Washington Event.

  • StringersHub

A 31-year-old man, Cole Tomas Allen, has been charged with attempting to assassinate Donald Trump after a shooting at a major Washington political dinner. If convicted, he could face life in prison.

Suspect in Washington dinner shooting charged with attempting to assassinate Trump

Suspect in Washington dinner shooting charged with attempting to assassinate Trump

  • Andrew Goudsward and Blake Brittain Reuters

Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California, also faces firearms charges in a three-count complaint.

White House to discuss presidential security, stands by Secret Service

White House to discuss presidential security, stands by Secret Service

    White House chief of staff Susie Wiles will hold a meeting on security after a shooting near the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, a White House official said Monday.

    DC gala shooting: What we know about the suspect

    DC gala shooting: What we know about the suspect

      Investigators on Sunday said the gunman who tried to storm a gala dinner attended by US President Donald Trump planned to assassinate him and multiple top officials, as scrutiny grew over the event's security.  Here is what we know about the suspect. 

      Trump calls CBS correspondent Norah O’Donnell a ‘disgrace’

      Trump calls CBS correspondent Norah O’Donnell a ‘disgrace’

        US President Donald Trump called CBS News’ Norah O’Donnell a “disgrace” in a terse response after she read excerpts from writings by Cole Tomas Allen, the suspected gunman in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting incident, on “60 Minutes.”

        Timeline shows gunman's attempt to enter press dinner featuring Trump

        Timeline shows gunman's attempt to enter press dinner featuring Trump

          Cole Tomas Allen is scheduled to make his first appearance in federal court two days after authorities said they foiled an attack at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner.

          Suspect in Washington dinner shooting set to appear in court

          Suspect in Washington dinner shooting set to appear in court

            * Suspect Cole Allen expected to face assault, firearm charges * Allen divulged plans to target Trump officials, authorities say * Shooting targeted prominent Washington gala By Andrew Goudsward

            Closed circuit TV captures armed man sprinting through security during White House Correspondents' Dinner

            Closed circuit TV captures armed man sprinting through security during White House Correspondents' Dinner

              The video of the suspected shooter, identified as 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen, of Torrance, California, is now generating questions about Trump's security and how a gunman could get so close to the president.

              Suspect in White House press dinner shooting wrote anti-Christian manifesto, Trump says

              Suspect in White House press dinner shooting wrote anti-Christian manifesto, Trump says

                President Donald Trump said Sunday the suspect accused of trying to attack administration officials at Saturday night's White House Correspondents' Association dinner had "a lot of hatred in his heart."

                Local News

                Commissioners approve four liquor licenses for Cattlemen’s Ball

                Commissioners approve four liquor licenses for Cattlemen’s Ball

                The Dawson County Board of Commissioners held their regularly scheduled meeting on May 1, approving four liquor licenses for the Cattlemen's Ball. Also approved were a conditional use permit and negations for a public defender.

                Dawson County considers aerial imagery for property assessments

                Dawson County considers aerial imagery for property assessments

                Dawson County Board of Equalization is looking into using Aeriel images for assessor purposes. Eagelview gave them a presentation on what their Aeriel program could do for the county at the May 1 meeting.

                199 students graduate from Lexington High School during Sunday ceremony

                199 students graduate from Lexington High School during Sunday ceremony

                Lexington High School held their graduation ceremony Sunday, May 3, in the high school gymnasium.

                PHOTOS: Cinco de Mayo 5K and 10K

                PHOTOS: Cinco de Mayo 5K and 10K

                State & Regional

                'Doors to generational change': Malone Center celebrates new $24M facility

                'Doors to generational change': Malone Center celebrates new $24M facility

                A new chapter begins. The Malone Center opened its $24 million facility Wednesday, expanding services for more than 1,000 Lincoln youth each year.

                Ricketts says he supports year-round E15 sales provision in farm bill

                Ricketts says he supports year-round E15 sales provision in farm bill

                Republican Sen. Pete Ricketts said the U.S. needs to wrap up its conflict in Iran and work to bring economic relief to working Americans and farmers impacted by rising fuel prices.

                Omaha Burke students commit to becoming teachers following early classroom experience

                Omaha Burke students commit to becoming teachers following early classroom experience

                At Burke High Tuesday, three seniors committed to a future as educators after seeing what it takes to be a teacher through the Omaha Public Schools' education pathway.   

                New job postings for Southeast Nebraska job seekers

                New job postings for Southeast Nebraska job seekers

                Browse through the latest Southeast Nebraska employment postings and find your next career.

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                Open house set for South 27th Street construction

                Democratic candidates for Douglas County attorney say the office needs reforms, community focus

                Democratic candidates for Douglas County attorney say the office needs reforms, community focus

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                Stolley Park Railroad to close for 2026 renovations

                Stolley Park Railroad to close for 2026 renovations

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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...

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                Breakthrough T1D Nebraska Gala set for April 25

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                Content by Breakthrough T1D. Learn about the Agostino family, their connection to Type 1 diabetes, and the Breakthrough T1D Nebraska Gala that will take place later this spring.

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                Content by Power of Pork. Giving back to our communities, contributing to the health of our communities, helps ensure everyone has the opportunity to receive the nutrition they need.

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                Content by The Power of Pork. Try this Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder dish for dinner.

                Crime

                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.

                Politics

                Ricketts says he supports year-round E15 sales provision in farm bill

                Ricketts says he supports year-round E15 sales provision in farm bill

                Republican Sen. Pete Ricketts said the U.S. needs to wrap up its conflict in Iran and work to bring economic relief to working Americans and farmers impacted by rising fuel prices.

                Ricketts, USDA undersecretary discuss wildfire recovery efforts in Nebraska

                Ricketts, USDA undersecretary discuss wildfire recovery efforts in Nebraska

                Sen. Pete Ricketts and the U.S. undersecretary of agriculture for farm production and conservation met with agriculture leaders Tuesday for a roundtable to discuss issues impacting farmers in Nebraska.

                Top Journal Star photos and videos for April 2026

                Top Journal Star photos and videos for April 2026

                Closure of UNL immigration law clinic raises concern about Nebraska’s legal landscape

                Closure of UNL immigration law clinic raises concern about Nebraska’s legal landscape

                UNL's law clinic will close at the end of the semester. The impending loss is already prompting questions about the future of immigration law in the state. 

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