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McKenzie Johnson

Lincoln

Weekend Anchor at KLKN-TV (Lincoln, NE)

Reporter for @Channel8ABC in Lincoln, NE | UNL

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  • 2 days ago | klkntv.com | McKenzie Johnson

    LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Some drivers feel blindsided by a change at the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles that’s causing them to miss their vehicle registration renewal deadlines. Some people are now receiving their notices by email — though many don’t remember signing up for that. Debbie Unterseher is like many people who rely on a letter to come in the mail, reminding her to renew her vehicle registration. But this year, her letter never arrived.

  • 1 week ago | klkntv.com | McKenzie Johnson

    LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Lincoln voters gave their stamp of approval Tuesday to an initiative banning source-of-income discrimination in housing. The proposal passed with around 66% of the vote in Lincoln’s general election, as of the 10 p.m. result release.

  • 1 week ago | klkntv.com | McKenzie Johnson

    LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Tensions ran high at a town hall meeting on Monday as voters voiced their opinions on medical marijuana. After Nebraskans overwhelmingly approved the legalization and regulation of medical cannabis, lawmakers are now working to put rules into place. Several state legislators listened to angry testimony at Southeast Community College’s campus ahead of debate on Legislative Bill 677.

  • 2 weeks ago | klkntv.com | McKenzie Johnson

    LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Nebraska law enforcement agencies are noticing a rising number of people applying for jobs. Both the Nebraska State Patrol and the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office have seen increased interest recently. “I think some people are beginning to look at this and go, ‘Hey, may not be that bad of a job, and we want to come do that,'” said Chief Lancaster County Deputy Ben Houchin.

  • 2 weeks ago | klkntv.com | McKenzie Johnson

    LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – As the Lincoln Marathon approaches, city officials are going the distance to keep everyone safe. Around 7,000 runners will begin the race at 6:55 a.m. Sunday near Memorial Stadium. The course winds through Lincoln, showcasing the State Capitol building, the Lincoln Children’s Zoo, Holmes Lake and other notable locations. The Lincoln Police Department will be directing traffic along the runners’ route.

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McKenzie Johnson
McKenzie Johnson @Kenzie8Johnson
7 May 25

“We did it!” Cheers ring out after Fair Housing Initiative carries a significant lead in Lincoln’s general election vote. https://t.co/cQ9oPT2Tt0

McKenzie Johnson
McKenzie Johnson @Kenzie8Johnson
7 May 25

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! https://t.co/iuUWPEW1mB

McKenzie Johnson
McKenzie Johnson @Kenzie8Johnson
6 May 25

I’m following the Fair Housing Initiative for Lincoln’s general election tonight! Watch @Channel8ABC for updates as results come in. https://t.co/xZVVDxFzBu