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Lincoln Police: Man Accidentally Shot Friend

accidental-shooting(AP) — Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Lincoln.

Lincoln police Capt. Jim Davidsaver said 21-year-old Justin Felty, of Lincoln, died in the Friday night shooting.

Davidsaver says Felty was visiting a friend at a Lincoln apartment complex when the friend accidentally shot him at about 7:30 p.m.

Davidsaver says the friend was handling a handgun when he accidentally fired it. The shot hit Felty in the chest.

The case is under investigation by the Lancaster County Attorney’s Office. An autopsy was to be performed Saturday.

Man Shoots Self In Front of Omaha Police

omaha-police(AP) — Police say a man suspected of creating a domestic disturbance shot and killed himself in front of officers.

The shooting occurred Friday afternoon when officers were called to north Omaha home for a disturbance. Police say they found 38-year-old Burdette Becks standing outside the house holding a handgun. Becks told officers he was going to kill himself, and he did so as officers tried to calm him.

Police say the shooting was captured on police cruiser video.

A grand jury will review the fatal shooting, as required by state law anytime someone dies in police custody or while being apprehended.

Seward County Jail, Sheriff’s Office Revam OK’d

seward-ne(AP) — Seward County leaders are going ahead with plans to upgrade the county sheriff’s office and jail after years of pushing for the move and a resounding rejection in 2008 from voters to fund the project.

Seward County Commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to approve design plans calling for an $11.85 million renovation and expansion of the Sheriff’s Office, which includes the jail. While the commissioners discussed financing, they put off voting on how to pay for the work.

Commissioners chose expanding the existing building over constructing a new $12.6 million building, which were the two options presented at the conclusion of a $10,200 feasibility study done by Missouri architecture firm.

Authorities Say 2 Girls Injured in Neb. Bus Crash

bus-accident(AP) — Authorities say two girls were injured following a school bus crash in Stanton County.

The Stanton County Sheriff’s Office says the crash happened Friday morning near Norfolk. The girls, ages 8 and 9, were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Additional information was not released.

Authorities say the bus was carrying 20 students and headed to a school in nearby Leigh. The driver lost control and the vehicle rolled onto its side into a creek bed. A third student was treated at the Leigh school for possible injuries from the crash.

Uninjured students were taken from the scene in personal vehicles.

Authorities say slick road conditions from rain, sleet and snow resulted in multiples accidents in the area. The crash remains under investigation.

Army May Never Learn Motive of Fort Hood Rampage

army-criminal-investigation-command(AP) — Investigators say they may never determine what caused Spc. Ivan (ee-VAHN’) Lopez to go on a deadly shooting rampage at Fort Hood, despite evidence that suggests an argument ignited the incident.

That rampage left three other soldiers dead and 16 wounded before the gunman took his own life.

Chris Grey, a spokesman for the Army’s Criminal Investigation Command based in Quantico, Va., said the military has not established a “concrete motive” for Spc. Ivan (ee-VAHN’) Lopez’s rampage.

And because Lopez is dead, Grey says it may never know.

Lt. Gen. Mark Milley, Fort Hood’s commander, said an “escalating argument” precipitated the assault, even though investigators believe Lopez made no effort to target specific soldiers.

Bridge Work to Hamper I-80 Traffic West of Aurora

i-80(AP) — An anti-icing system is scheduled to be installed for four Interstate 80 bridges about four miles west of Aurora next week.

The project will include construction of a camera tower and a building that will house the anti-icing chemicals.

The Nebraska Roads Department says intermittent lane closures will be needed throughout the project on eastbound and westbound I-80. The closures will be restricted to daytime hours only and will not be imposed on weekends.

The project is expected to be completed in June.

Officers Seize 20 Chickens from Sarpy County Home

nebhumane(AP) — Officials say 20 chickens and other animals have been seized from a house in Sarpy County.

The Nebraska Humane Society says animal control officers executed a search warrant and removed the animals during a raid Friday. The rescued animals include seven cats and two dogs.

Officials say a plastic carrier on the property had more than 40 pounds of chicken feces inside. A living chicken was found inside the carrier.

The chickens are now in the custody of the Humane Society. They are in quarantine.

Additional information about the homeowner has not been released.

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Columbus Man Arrested After 2-Hour Standoff

standoff(AP) — A 57-year-old man faces charges following an assault and standoff with Columbus police that lasted about two hours.

The standoff occurred Thursday.

Police say the incident started around 2:40 p.m., when officers were called to a house where a woman who lives there suffered knife injuries, fled the house and was taken to a hospital. Police say when officers went to the house, Alfredo Santistevan refused to come out.

After securing search and arrest warrants, Columbus police and Nebraska State Patrol troopers entered the house and found Santistevan with self-inflicted injuries. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment.

Santistevan remained hospitalized Friday could not be reached for comment.

States Revolt Against Powerful New Painkiller

zohydro(AP) — State officials fighting well-publicized battles against heroin and prescription drugs are revolting against a powerful new painkiller that some fear could make the battle even harder.

On Thursday, Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin announced an emergency order that would make it harder for physicians to prescribe a new class of drugs that includes Zohydro.

Last week, Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick banned Zohydro, the first time the state has ever banned a drug.

Late last year, 28 attorneys general urged the Food and Drug Administration to revoke the drug’s approval or require the manufacturer to reformulate the drug to make it more difficult to abuse.

San Diego-based Zogenix, which makes Zohydro, says its drug no more potent than other hydrocodone medications and is taking steps to ensure doctors and patients understand its risks.

Middle school student hurt after being struck by vehicle

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HUTCHINSON — A 14-year-old boy was hospitalized Thursday after being struck by a vehicle outside Hutchinson Middle School.

According to the Hutchinson Police Department, 17-year-old Jacob Tyler Ice, who lives in the area, struck the 14-year-old as he was crossing the street. Edward Hernandez was transported to Hutchinson Regional Medical Center for treatment. His condition is unknown.

The accident occurring around 3:20 p.m. Thursday afternoon as school was letting out for the day.

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