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KLKN-TV Lincoln Public Schools one step closer to reaching teacher professional agreement Through days of meetings and ironing out every small detail, LPS and LEA have reached an agreement that received a 94% approval rate from members with LEA. February 24, 2021 10:22 pm LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Following an unprecedented year, it was crucial for both Lincoln Public Schools and the Lincoln Education Association to come together and build a benefits package that would meet the needs of teachers while keeping in mind a significant cut in state funding. Through days of meetings and ironing out...

KLKN-TV February 23, 2021 6:28 pm LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) —During a board meeting Tuesday night, Lincoln Public School Superintendent Steve Joel, announced the district has plans to eliminate it’s current 3/2 plan for all high school students. After reviewing data and consulting with the Lancaster County Health Department, all high school students will either be full time in-person or 100% remote. The change is expected to begin on March 15th, after the districts spring break. Officials warned family members that while this is currently the plan, things could change if cases begin to rise. Y...

KLKN-TV The Council passed two widely talked about amendments and ordinances. February 22, 2021 10:25 pm LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) —Two important items were on the agenda for Lincoln City Council Monday night. First, the council would vote on an amendment that would change an ordinance put in place back in the 90’s. It would allow first responders killed in the line of duty to receive both their pension and workers compensation. The idea of the amendment was sparked by the tragedy the Herrera family faced in September when Lincoln Police Officer Mario Herrera was killed in the line of duty. T...

Daily COVID-19 cases have remained low in Lancaster County with many people recovering as well.

KLKN-TV Lincoln Mayor endorses City Council candidates Three City Council candidates looking for election in May 2021, got endorsed by Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird. February 21, 2021 8:36 pm LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) —Three City Council candidates received an endorsement from Lincoln’s Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird on Sunday.  Gaylor Baird touted the experience and leadership from candidates Tom Beckius, Bennie Shobe, and Sändra Washington. “All three are part of the City leadership team that, today, is guiding, and growing our community in the midst of the most significant challenges Lincoln h...