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Lincoln hits 20-year low in major crimes amid police hiring surge Lincoln police say serious crime hit a 20-year low in 2025, driven by drops in property crime and stronger staffing levels.
Think Lincoln has enough coffee shops? Think again — 2 more 7 Brews coming. The Arkansas-based coffee chain 7 Brew is opening two more Lincoln locations this fall, marking the drive-thru stand's fifth and sixth in Nebr…
$10K and a standing ovation. Lincoln teacher making a difference. Alicia Davis was shocked to hear her name announced during a ceremony Friday for the Scottish Rite Educator of the Year award, with a $10,000 …
At sentencing, prosecutor calls Lincoln man the 'definition of a dangerous sex offender' "Mr. Hamilton simply cannot be allowed to remain in the community. In our community, and in any other community," Deputy Lancaster County Atto…
Put the phones down: Lincoln police will be looking for distracted drivers in April Police are asking drivers to put their phones away while driving ahead of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
