25 Years After 911 and Rising Risks | Lincoln News

0:00Today marks 25 years since the September 11th attacks. That day, thousands of lies were lost in New York City at the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Many more have since passed due to health issues stemming from the attacks. Communities are holding events to remember those lost, including stair climbs and other observances. Meanwhile, domestic violence remains a serious concern. In Nebraska alone, there have been 89 deaths linked to domestic abuse between July of 2022 and December of 2025. Just this week, a man in Grand Island allegedly stalked his ex-girlfriend for over seven years and even planted explosives at her home twice in one day. Police advise anyone dealing with a stalker to document everything and contact law enforcement immediately. On the economic front, diesel prices have now surpassed $6 a gallon for the first time. This surge follows crude oil benchmarks topping $100 a barrel.

1:00In California, diesel is averaging nearly $8 a gallon with predictions that some prices might exceed what the pumps can display. Gas prices across Central Nebraska have also seen increases in the past 24 hours. Looking ahead, there's a chance of severe storms tonight across the region, bringing threats of strong winds and hail. Winds are expected to persist throughout the day. Friday will be warm, with temperatures nearing the 90s, but a strong cold front on Saturday will bring cooler temperatures into the low. 70s, along with more storm chances in the evening. Sunday is forecast to be pleasant with highs in the high 60s. However, the following week brings renewed chances of rain and thunderstorms, with Monday posing the biggest threat for our area. From your city, powered by AI, this is Lincoln News Today.