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LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The Syracuse Rescue Squad has served the community for years, with volunteers willing to answer calls at all hours, seven days a week. Now, those same responders are asking for the community’s help before the service reaches a breaking point. “We are down quite a few people, and we are experiencing increased call volume,” said Chief...

CRAWFORD, Neb. (KLKN) – The Log Road Fire started on Monday, June 29 is now 100% contained. Estimates remain that it scorched over 1,526 acres near Crawford and Harrison before officials could control the fire. On July 4, Nebraska Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) said the fire had been 81% contained. NEMA said they appreciate City of Crawford for providing necessities...

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – A small plane holding two passengers landed on a rural road in Richardson County on Sunday, July 5. After Richardson County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) responded to the scene along with Falls City Rural Fire and Falls City EMS, it was found the passengers suffered no injuries. No medical treatment or transport was needed. The aircraft was...

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – On December 3, 2025, the owner of a house near Hickman woke up and smelled smoke prompting immediate action. She saw a man actively trying to set her house on fire before he ran off. The man allegedly started the fire on the dryer vent of the house. Lancaster County Sherriff’s Office (LSO) was dispatched to...

High temperatures across the state reaching the low to upper 90s under sunny skies. A bit hotter by a degree or two compared to Monday, due to lower moisture. SE winds will be light for much of eastern Nebraska, with the bulk of the winds out west. Isolated storms will bring stronger winds Tuesday evening across the panhandle. Wednesday-Thursday Morning...

BEATRICE, Neb. (KLKN) – An ongoing discussion between the City of Beatrice and its citizens has been going on for years over Highway 77. The area, belonging to the state and not the City of Beatrice, is going on a road diet as the city council voted unanimously to reduce the highway’s lanes from four to three, one being a...

Temperatures are going to be near normal for a few days with a few storm chance by mid week. Then, it gets hot. Temperatures will be fairly typical on Tuesday. Lots and lots of 90s. Storms are possible on Tuesday, but mainly to the west and north central Nebraska. A line of storms will move from west to east Tuesday...

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Today, July 6, marks the opening of Waverly Road as the construction on Bridge F-181 is finished. The bridge was built in 1972 at the cost of $47,787.54. After it was approved for removal and replacement, construction started in March 2025 after surveying and design. Waverly Road was closed from NW 40th St. and NW 27th...

NORFOLK, Neb. (KLKN) – On Saturday July 4, Madison County was celebration Independence Day with the Big Bang Boom fireworks event. At this event, a child was injured after being struck by a drone. The Madison County Sheriff’s Department (MCSD) said the aircraft was identified due to drone identification equipment which allowed them to contact the pilot. According to MCSD,...

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The local nonprofit, Baby & Me, put together emergency kits for mothers in need on Monday. The kits consist of diapers and wipes, all to make sure parents facing a sudden shortage have somewhere to turn. “We’re really excited to be able to help those who might be getting off a train, or getting out of...