McKenzie Johnson

Reporter for @Channel8ABC in Lincoln, NE | UNL

[Nebraska Men's Basketball @HuskerMBB]

The nation's best resides in Lincoln.

Coach Hoiberg is your Associated Press National Coach of the Year.

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“We did it!” Cheers ring out after Fair Housing Initiative carries a significant lead in Lincoln’s general election vote.

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First results are in! The Fair Housing Initiative is carrying around 73% of the early voting ballots. Next results expected at 9:15 p.m. Watch party just starting up!

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I’m following the Fair Housing Initiative for Lincoln’s general election tonight! Watch @Channel8ABC for updates as results come in.

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Dodge County Sheriff’s Office confirms all three people on board the plane have died. Their bodies have been recovered. The FAA and NTSB will take over the investigation.

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Sgt. Brie Frank with Dodge Co. says multiple agencies are working in the water, with air boats and drones searching the Platte River. No word on how many people were on board the plane yet - crews will be here throughout the night.

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The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed a plane crashed into the Platte River near Fremont. I’m headed there now and will post updates as we learn more. @Channel8ABC

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‘Too many questions’: Tyler Goodrich’s family desperate to learn the truth https://t.co/3PQh2Wjzha

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I know a lot of people have questions surrounding the discovery of Tyler Goodrich's body - and so does his family.
Tonight at 10, hear from his sisters as they describe their confusion and frustration on @Channel8ABC

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@LiamFag2656071 @Channel8ABC Actually - I'm not sure your messages are open. Could you send me an email at [email protected]

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@LiamFag2656071 @Channel8ABC Wow! That's scary - I'm a reporter with Channel 8. I'll send you a message right now.

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Scary emergency plane landing right outside of my hometown, Hebron, today. My dad said he could hear the sirens as first responders rushed to help.
Photo courtesy: Thayer County Sheriff’s Office

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Loved getting to celebrate with @RodFowlerKLKN today and show his adorable granddaughter on TV! Congrats, Rod & family <3

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Rod Fowler becomes a grandpa! https://t.co/YaaDSw7TsB

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Gov. Pillen said he will make an executive order this week when he returns to Lincoln. Find out how it relates to Trump's mass deportation plans:

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Pillen vows to help with Trump’s mass deportations; LPD says it won’t carry out raids https://t.co/MuBNHHSFTZ

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She is reassuring the people of Lincoln that your immigration status will not impact your access to help from law enforcement. We'll dive into this story tonight on @Channel8ABC at 5/6/10 p.m.

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Pres. Trump has said mass deportations will begin soon. @Lincoln_Police chief is addressing the city saying, "We are dedicated to making sure everyone feels safe and treated with respect when they interact with LPD officers."

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Chief Michon Morrow went on to say, "The Lincoln Police Department does not contact individuals to determine immigration status and does not have the authority to enforce immigration laws."

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SCHOOL CLOSURE on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025, due to the forecasted extreme cold and dangerous conditions. All LPS classes and activities are canceled, this includes practices. Please check https://t.co/FcAWKvb15h for more information.

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STATEMENT FROM TIKTOK:

In agreement with our service providers, TikTok is in the process of restoring service. We thank President Trump for providing the necessary clarity and assurance to our service providers that they will face no penalties providing TikTok to over 170 million Americans and allowing over 7 million small businesses to thrive.

It’s a strong stand for the First Amendment and against arbitrary censorship. We will work with President Trump on a long-term solution that keeps TikTok in the United States.