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Nebraska Crossing Mall is developing a new expansion worth around a total of 3.2 billion dollars. Residents of Grenta like Ben Morse can expect a multitude of sports complexes, name-brand shopping outlets, and a brand-new entertainment district. Find out what the residents have to think about what the mall has to offer.…
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Pinnacle Bank Arena in partnership with the University of Nebraska and the City of Lincoln is putting together a bid for the NCAA Men's Basketball tournament in the 2027-2028 season. General Manager Tim Savona tells all on how PBA is the right venue for such a big event.Nebraska News Service
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Bob Marlette, a music producer from Lincoln, Nebraska, has created a successful career for himself in music production. In the studio, Marlette was also a musician, recording engineer, mixer and songwriter. He describes his upbringing in Lincoln and how it helped him become the man he is today. Rick Hamann, a former touring musician with "Keystone,…
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The City of Lincoln, in partnership with the University of Nebraska and Pinnacle Bank Arena, has put in a bid to host the 2027-2028 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. Pinnacle Bank Arena is ready for an event like this, and General Manager Tim Savona tells us why.Connor Clark
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The Pershing Municipal Auditorium was Lincoln's premiere site for all concerts, shows and events for decades, even rivaling neighboring Omaha for Nebraska's entertainment capital. Construction finished in 1956, but most residents of the Star City have fond memories of concerts, expos, sporting events and graduations in the Pershing. In 2021, the lo…
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The Nebraska Passport Program is viewed as a summertime activity that allows people who live in and outside of Nebraska to see some of state's most notable and unique landmarks. But the program is much more than that. It is an economic booster, helping businesses around the state.Nebraska News Service
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Omaha's own Live On Nebraska continues to make strides in organ and tissue donation, enhancing countless lives through their dedicated work. Learn more about their impact and the importance of organ donation.Mari Pilling
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In this inspiring episode, we dive into the remarkable story of twin prodigies who have taken the high school basketball scene by storm. As juniors, they’ve led their team to a coveted state championship, showcasing a synergy on the court only twins could achieve. Their lifelong dedication to the game and each other has now culminated in an excitin…
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Hollywood is home to some of the biggest names in entertainment. It is also home to Hollywood writer, UNL professor and homegrown husker Michael Svoboda. This story talks about his life, his many occupations and the reasons behind it all.Denzel Burke
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The University of Nebraska-Lincoln took a massive step in getting the engineering program in the same conversation as some of the top institutions around the country. It is the biggest academic project the university has seen since it opened in 1869. How does Kiewit Hall enhance engineering at Nebraska, help students, and draw more to the program? …
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Hear how educators, administrators and the Nebraska Department of Education are approaching the rise of AI use in the classroom. Minimizing opportunities for academic dishonesty while maximizing potential for positive AI improvements to class efficiency will be key in the days ahead. Grappling with how to properly identify the work of an AI text ge…
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Yappy Pack dog playgroup is a weekly play date for dogs that raises money each year for the Nebraska Humane Society. Hear from group volunteers and attendees about how Yappy Pack is making a difference for canines in Omaha.Grant Hansen
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Learn more about University of Nebraska Lincoln professor Dennis Ferraro and how he has worked to preserve native reptiles and amphibians in the state of Nebraska over the last 30 years. Monica Macoubrie of Nebraska Game and Parks provides perspective on the value of education in conservation science.…
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A pop-punk band out of Lincoln, Nebraska, Hold Your Breath, is putting on a performance dedicated to increasing suicide awareness. As a group that has personally experienced this, the bandmates describe why they are putting on this benefit show and what they hope comes of it. Angela Palmer-Wackerly, an associate professor of health communication at…
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Feminist Lens is a podcast hosted by Savannah Redl. Emily Scheidler joins as a co-host for this special episode. Join Savannah and Emily as they discuss two major pop culture events through the eyes of feminism. Savannah and Emily are joined by various guest interviews as they discuss Barbie and Taylor Swift (along with Swift's Eras tour) and how t…
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From slavery to soldier to Lincoln resident, the life and legacy of John Jefferson Mcwilliams lives on in Lincoln. Listen as reporter Savannah Redl speaks with researcher Ed Zimmer and direct ancestor Paia McWilliams about the families history, legacy, and impact.Savannah Redl
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Sixpence is an early childhood program that helps prepare Nebraska children from birth to four years old for success. Heading this movement were Helen Raikes and her late husband, former Sen. Ron Raikes. Helen Raikes explains that Sixpence was created in order to help bring pilot pre-kindergarten programs off the ground with the help of private and…
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KRNU student reporter Holly Fischer covers Initiative 433 on the ballot. Initiative 433 may increase the minimum wage over the next few decades. It all depends on voting Nebraskans.Nebraska News Service
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KRNU student reporter Hallie Gutzwiller covers Initiative 432 and why Nebraskans think it's controversial. Initiative 432 would require all Nebraskans to present a photo ID in order to vote at the polls.Nebraska News Service
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KRNU student reporter Emma Smith covers Initiative 432, a policy that Nebraska voters will vote upon on November 8th. Initiative 432 would require all Nebraskans to present a photographic ID when voting at the polls.Nebraska News Service
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Nebraska Nightly reporter Rebecca Heckel sits down with legislative candidates James Michael Bowers and Danielle Conrad on what makes each the right candidate for North Lincoln in the Nebraska Legislature.Rebecca Heckel
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This episode highlights the issue surrounding women working in the sports media field. In this audio story, you will hear from three women who are currently working in the sports media field and get to hear there perspective on this issue.Sam Alessandro
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On November 13th and 14th, the Lancaster Event Center is hosting the 5th annual Brick Days event. Brick Days is an event that welcomes Lego fans both young and old to showcase their builds, and the opportunity to connect over a shared interest. Event Organizer Daniel Schmidt spoke about the growing popularity of the event since its inception in the…
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Em Paquette, a senior at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, is training her husky, Luna, to become her service dog. Once her training is complete, Luna will be able to help Paquette with her PTSD once her training is complete. Chrystal Walter is the community outreach coordinator and assistant to the founder of Domesti-PUPS in Lincoln. While the p…
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Senior music education major and multi-instrumentalist Justin Richard and his peers created a new event for the three Friday Night Pep Bands (called Unity Walk, Misty's, and Football Friday) after COVID-19 restrictions made it so they couldn't play at their normal locations. Football Friday Leader Hunter Foged said he's enjoyed every second of the …
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Operations Manager Kevin Poague and Education Directer Jason St. Sauver, both of the Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center in Denton, offer guided bird walks on the third Tuesday of each month. The aptly named Third Tuesday Bird Walks provide an opportunity for Nebraskans to learn about species native to the prairie of southeastern Nebraska. However,…
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Experts are warning we could see a resurgence in the flu this winter. The CDC reports relaxed COVID-19 measures such as lapsing mask mandates may result in an increase in flu in the 2021–2022 flu season. This is bad news as Nebraska is still averaging more than 600 COVID-19 cases each day, potentially leading to a “twindemic.” The CDC says a twinde…
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UNL students, Amy Conner and Des Backer, said they are often targeted by sexist players in online multiplayer video games. Two studies published out of Ohio State University and Florida State University found this harassment has major effects on the mental health and well-being of women.Evan Fort
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A controversial Texas law banning abortions after six weeks of pregnancy went into effect on Sept. 1, 2021. Senate Bill 8 bans abortions after medical professionals can detect a heartbeat—which can be as early as six weeks. A study from Monmouth University shows 54% of the public disagrees with the Supreme Court, which allowed the Texas law to go i…
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A local entrepreneur and music artist named HAKIM is influencing the rap culture around Lincoln. He has released eight full albums and is working on releasing another in the future. HAKIM has 422 monthly listeners on Spotify, his most frequently streamed songs off the album “Cream of Crop 2” are “Back Seat Freestyle” and “New Edition.” Despite his …
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Toxic behavior in video games can take a toll on players' mental health. Online multiplayer games like Overwatch have text and voice chat so players can communicate with each other. It’s through these channels that toxicity like trash-talking, hate speech, and sexual harassment occurs. Sam Newell and Steven Spotanski are two members of UNL Revival,…
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The Dig Deeper Farm Tour gave Southeast Nebraska residents the chance to get out and learn more about local agriculture. Wally Graeber, the program coordinator for the Nebraska Sustainable Agriculture Society, encourages Nebraskans to get out and see the benefits of supporting local farms. FULL STORY - https://nebraskanewsservice.net/news/farm-tour…
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Noah Velinsky, a former Husker sprinter needed an outlet for his anxiety after a year marked by COVID-19, and he found it in country music. Velinsky began successfully making music on his own, then through social media and chance encounters, formed the Noah James Band in 2021. The band has been performing in and around Lincoln since its formation. …
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Members of the Lincoln community gathered at the Union Plaza Amphitheater on September 9th for the 3rd annual Hub and Soul music series. This event is open to people of all ages and backgrounds to celebrate music, local food and Lincoln’s parks. The first week of the series was postponed due to a heat advisory and the second was canceled due to wea…
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