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Inside the legacy set in stone at century-old Lincoln funeral home

Inside the legacy set in stone at century-old Lincoln funeral home

  • TOMER RONEN Lincoln Journal Star

Mark Hansen is the fifth generation of the 140-year-old Trump Memorials & Funeral Services, where he makes everything from headstones to memorial statues.

Her family was watching TV. They had no idea an armed man was hiding inside the house.

Her family was watching TV. They had no idea an armed man was hiding inside the house.

  • Grace Lewis World-Herald Staff Writer

An armed man slipped into an Omaha family’s home without them knowing. He hid in a teen's bedroom before his standoff with police destroyed nearly everything they had.

Starting Sunday, street closures should ease UNL move-in traffic

Starting Sunday, street closures should ease UNL move-in traffic

  • Lincoln Journal Star

Thousands of new and returning students will head back to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln beginning Sunday for Move-In 2026.

A late Juneteenth parade still brought Omaha together to celebrate freedom

A late Juneteenth parade still brought Omaha together to celebrate freedom

  • Grace Lewis World-Herald Staff Writer

Omaha's Juneteenth parade returned to North 24th Street after a lightning delay, bringing music, family and community together to celebrate freedom.

Photos: Omaha celebrates Juneteenth with parade after June weather postposed celebrations

Photos: Omaha celebrates Juneteenth with parade after June weather postposed celebrations

  • Nikos Frazier World-Herald Photo/Video Editor

Take a look at scenes from the 2026 Juneteenth Parade in Omaha.

Peace, love and music: Woodstock kicked off 57 years ago today

Peace, love and music: Woodstock kicked off 57 years ago today

  • Reuters

Aug. 15, 1969. Half a million people. Three days of music. Mud, rain, freedom, peace, love … and a whole lot of unforgettable moments.

Old Market has big dreams for the future but needs to address issues, too

Old Market has big dreams for the future but needs to address issues, too

  • Marjie Ducey World-Herald Staff Writer

A creative arts district and an arts corridor that stretches north to south across 11th Street is being considered by the Old Market Association.

Brett Lindstrom says he's staying in governor's race, looking for 'pirate ship' for ballot access

Brett Lindstrom says he's staying in governor's race, looking for 'pirate ship' for ballot access

    Nebraska candidate Brett Lindstrom said he is searching for a "pirate ship" to make the fall ballot, options that he said include at least one of two new political parties.

    PHOTOS: Lincoln's final 2 fire hydrant parties coming up

    PHOTOS: Lincoln's final 2 fire hydrant parties coming up

      Two down, two to go. The city has already hosted two "fire hydrant parties." 

      UPDATE: Portion of Old Cheney remains closed through the weekend

      UPDATE: Portion of Old Cheney remains closed through the weekend

        Lincoln Transportation and Utilities said an estimated timeframe for reopening the road is being evaluated.

        Book on historic Omaha band to be featured at Sunday signing

        Book on historic Omaha band to be featured at Sunday signing

          Erich Christiansen and Doyle Tipler tell the story of a longtime Omaha band in the new book, “The History of Luigi Inc.”

          Chicken liver, a $12 rod and an uncommonly pale catfish at Capitol Beach

          Chicken liver, a $12 rod and an uncommonly pale catfish at Capitol Beach

            On Aug. 2, Landry Vrtiska was fishing with a friend at Capitol Beach Lake when he felt a tug on his line within 10 seconds of casting.

            USDA Extends Supplemental Disaster Relief Program application deadline, announces new flexibilities for 2023-24 quality losses

              WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture is extending the deadline for farmers to apply for stages one and two of the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program to Sept. 30.

              Brownell Talbot showcases new addition to historic Omaha campus

              Brownell Talbot showcases new addition to historic Omaha campus

                Omaha's Brownell Talbot College Preparatory School has completed a 50,000-square-foot addition to its historic campus focused on security, collaboration and modern learning spaces. 

                Local News

                PHOTOS: Lincoln's final 2 fire hydrant parties coming up

                PHOTOS: Lincoln's final 2 fire hydrant parties coming up

                Two down, two to go. The city has already hosted two "fire hydrant parties." 

                LRHC's Brenna Bartruff named to SHSMD's National 2026 Class of Rising Stars

                LRHC's Brenna Bartruff named to SHSMD's National 2026 Class of Rising Stars

                LEXINGTON — Lexington Regional Health Center proudly announced that Brenna Bartruff, chief communications officer, has been selected as a member of the prestigious 2026 Class of Rising Stars by the Society for Health Care Strategy and Market Development (SHSMD).

                Lincoln beer brewers thrive despite recent closures. Here are 11 to visit.

                Lincoln beer brewers thrive despite recent closures. Here are 11 to visit.

                News of craft beer giant Zipline ending operations immediately, and other craft brewers tapping out recently, the Lincoln beer scene is thriving. Here are 11 breweres who are sill making beer.

                'A total win-win': UNK program offers free counseling services to the community

                'A total win-win': UNK program offers free counseling services to the community

                KEARNEY — For many Nebraskans, deciding to seek counseling may not be the hardest part. Finding an available provider in the area can be just as difficult.

                State & Regional

                Inside the legacy set in stone at century-old Lincoln funeral home

                Inside the legacy set in stone at century-old Lincoln funeral home

                Mark Hansen is the fifth generation of the 140-year-old Trump Memorials & Funeral Services, where he makes everything from headstones to memorial statues.

                Her family was watching TV. They had no idea an armed man was hiding inside the house.

                Her family was watching TV. They had no idea an armed man was hiding inside the house.

                An armed man slipped into an Omaha family’s home without them knowing. He hid in a teen's bedroom before his standoff with police destroyed nearly everything they had.

                Starting Sunday, street closures should ease UNL move-in traffic

                Starting Sunday, street closures should ease UNL move-in traffic

                Thousands of new and returning students will head back to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln beginning Sunday for Move-In 2026.

                A late Juneteenth parade still brought Omaha together to celebrate freedom

                A late Juneteenth parade still brought Omaha together to celebrate freedom

                Omaha's Juneteenth parade returned to North 24th Street after a lightning delay, bringing music, family and community together to celebrate freedom.

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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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                Crime

                Photos: Man in custody after hourslong standoff with Omaha Police

                Photos: Man in custody after hourslong standoff with Omaha Police

                A large police presence amassed Thursday evening and into early Friday morning near North 38th and Fort Streets in Omaha after a man allegedly fled police and entered a home, following a possible shoplifting incident at Westroads Mall.

                Aristh Rodriguez-Linares found guilty of manslaughter Wednesday in Dawson County District Court

                Aristh Rodriguez-Linares found guilty of manslaughter Wednesday in Dawson County District Court

                A jury found Aristh Rodriguez-Linares guilty of manslaughter and two other felonies Wednesday in Dawson County District Court.

                Overton man arrested for first-degree sexual assault

                Overton man arrested for first-degree sexual assault

                An Overton man is being charged with first-degree sexual assault after a Sunday incident.

                Defendant Rodriguez-Linares continues testimony Tuesday

                Defendant Rodriguez-Linares continues testimony Tuesday

                As the case against Aristh Rodriguez-Linares resumed Tuesday, the defendant was back on the stand questioned by Defense Attorney David Tarrell in a re-direct.

                Politics

                Brett Lindstrom says he's staying in governor's race, looking for 'pirate ship' for ballot access

                Brett Lindstrom says he's staying in governor's race, looking for 'pirate ship' for ballot access

                Nebraska candidate Brett Lindstrom said he is searching for a "pirate ship" to make the fall ballot, options that he said include at least one of two new political parties.

                Inappropriate notes found at Hastings YRTC prompt staff suspension

                Inappropriate notes found at Hastings YRTC prompt staff suspension

                A routine security check at the Hastings YRTC led to a staff member’s suspension and an investigation, HHS said Friday.

                Why Nebraska gubernatorial candidate Brett Lindstrom won’t make the ballot

                Why Nebraska gubernatorial candidate Brett Lindstrom won’t make the ballot

                Brett Lindstrom’s bid to make the Nebraska governor’s ballot as a nonpartisan candidate appears to be over. Here's what we know.

                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.

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