A first-of-its-kind study on anti-LGBTQ hate crimes in the United States has recorded at least 356 targeted assaults and acts of vandalism and harassment, with drag artists, educators, and medical professionals most likely to be targeted.
A 34-year-old Lincoln man has been charged with a string of felonies, including sexual assault and false imprisonment, following an incident Sunday morning near North 56th and Fremont streets.
Fireworks erupt leaving sparks falling during the firework show at the annual Uncle Sam Jam, Independence Day Celebration at Oak Lake Park on, Monday, July 3, 2023, in Lincoln.
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Celebrators flavor their snow cones during the annual Uncle Sam Jam at Oak Lake Park on Monday.
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Children crowd the big slide at the playground during the annual Uncle Sam Jam Independence Day celebration at Oak Lake Park on Monday.
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Terry Olsen, lead guitarist for Soul Dawg performs during the annual Uncle Sam Jam, Independence Day Celebration at Oak Lake Park on Monday, July 3, 2023, in Lincoln.
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Child runs on stage and dances next to Soul Dawg during the annual Uncle Sam Jam, Independence Day Celebration at Oak Lake Park on Monday, July 3, 2023, in Lincoln.
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Terry Olsen plays lead guitar for Soul Dawg during the annual Uncle Sam Jam Independence Day celebration at Oak Lake Park on Monday.
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Steve Novak, lead singer for Soul Dawg performs during the annual Uncle Sam Jam, Independence Day Celebration at Oak Lake Park on, Monday, July 3, 2023, in Lincoln.
