Lincoln

Ten Massachusetts communities adopted 'fossil fuel free' policies banning gas hookups in new construction and major renovations. Despite these efforts, utilities Eversource and National Grid spent $100 million upgrading gas infrastructure in nine of these communities since the policies were enacted, primarily to replace leaky pipes under the state's Gas System Enhancement Plan.

Ford recalled over 66,000 Lincoln and Explorer hybrids due to a software error preventing pedestrian warning sounds at certain speeds. The recall affects 2024-2027 Nautilus Hybrid and 2025-2027 Explorer Hybrid vehicles, expanding a previous recall (25V691). Repairs for some models involve replacing a digital signal processing module, while others await fixes.

A 15-year-old was turned in by her mother after being identified in a video of a vandalism incident at Kelly’s Produce in Lincoln, Nebraska. The vandalism caused $5,232 in damages, including smashed jars and destroyed refrigerators, with three juveniles now charged or identified in the case.

Más de dos millones de personas en Illinois y Missouri se encuentran bajo alerta de tornado hasta las 3:00 p.m. debido a tormentas con vientos huracanados y posibles tornados intensos (EF3 o superior). Las tormentas, originadas en Iowa, generarán riesgos de granizo y una segunda ola con mayor probabilidad de tornados este miércoles.

An Illinois town has lost a prison, causing concern among residents about job security. The downtown business district in Lincoln has become quieter over the years.

A fire at a Fairfield by Marriott Inn and Suites in Lincoln, Nebraska, was caused by an improperly discarded cigarette, leading to over $7 million in damages. The fire, which started in vegetation and spread to the attic, caused a smoke explosion and structural collapse, though no injuries were reported.

Ford is recalling nearly 420,000 vehicles due to faulty seat belts in certain Ford Expedition and Lincoln models. The safety watchdog reported that the seat belts may inadvertently lock, impairing their functionality.

Ford is recalling nearly 420,000 vehicles from 2018 to 2022 model years due to a seat belt issue that could cause injury during a crash. The recall affects Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator models, with seat belts potentially locking or retracting rapidly. Owners will receive notifications and can have the issue resolved at dealerships free of charge.

A 15-year-old boy went missing after entering Swanholme Lakes in Lincoln, and a body was later found during the search. The incident has raised concerns about safety at the local lake.