Good morning, Lincoln.

Lincoln Public Schools reported strong hiring this spring and filled all teacher vacancies but are still seeking over 60 paraeducators and transportation workers, officials said.

Lincoln advocates say that federal plans to remove Head Start regulations will likely affect local programs supporting low-income children and families, and they worry that upcoming changes will reduce essential services.

On Aug. 18, Lincoln Fire and Rescue earned an ISO Public Protection Classification Class 1 rating after years of planning and community support (a rare honor for less than one percent of U.S. fire departments).

The distinction may help lower property insurance premiums for local homeowners and businesses.

Families gathered at the state Capitol on Wednesday to push for changes to the new interRAI assessment system, which they worry may lower one-on-one care levels for loved ones—state officials will begin a four-month independent review while advocates say they will keep fighting for accurate care support.

Lincoln's former VA hospital is being converted into senior housing to serve veterans and older residents.

The $18 million project will create 95 units (studios to three-bedroom apartments) with rent at $1,000 per month; a public hearing is set for Aug. 24 and completion is planned for Oct. 2027.

The former Veterans Hospital will be transformed into 95 affordable housing units for seniors and veterans at Victory Park with construction beginning in September and ending in October 2027 — the project preserves the building's historic façade.

Carpet Land Post 500, the Lincoln East High School team, won the ALWS national title by beating Portland’s Post 158 9+6 in Shelby on Tuesday, Aug.

18 as players Sam Sutko and Jackson Makovicka celebrated the win.

Carpet Land of Lincoln East High School won its first American Legion World Series title on Tuesday after defeating Portland Post 158, 9-6 (Nebraska’s second title in 99 years) as Cade Anderson’s three-run home run clinched the win.

Jay Moore, an Elkhorn native and former Nebraska defensive end, will be the new color analyst for Nebraska football on the Huskers Sports Network this season, replacing Damon Benning.

He will provide expert analysis during radio broadcasts throughout the season.