Lincoln police use Tasers on man who was cutting himself with a knife

Police officers used Tasers on a 46-year-old man who was actively causing self-harm Tuesday morning, the Lincoln Police Department said in a news release. Close

Stories of courage: Journal Star salutes veterans for their service

In a year of celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Armed Forces and 80 years of since the end of World War II, there have been countless stories of veterans and their service to the country.

For the past 11 months, 168 veterans, and counting, have been honored in Nebraska for their service, including numerous Lincoln residents.