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This weekend will mark one year since a collision in Lincoln killed two women and injured 20 others during an unsanctioned Memorial Day cruise night.

Police hope to prevent another tragedy by tripling enforcement efforts this weekend.

A night of watching hot rods and classic cars roll down Lincoln's main drag last Memorial Day weekend turned tragic.

A fiery collision sent two cars into a crowd of bystanders.

Emily Siebenhor, 21, and Edith Hermosillo, 22, were killed and dozens of bystanders were hurt.

Prosecutors charged 18-year-old Kyvell Stark with two counts of manslaughter and two counts of driving under the influence.

Police allege the Omaha teen was driving "close to 90 miles per hour" on a learner's permit and was under the influence of marijuana at the time of the collision.

Police vow there will be significant changes for this weekend's cruise night events.

"You will see increased law enforcement presence, both Lincoln Police and Nebraska State Patrol resources," Assistant Lincoln Police Chief Jason Stille said.

Stille said there will be 24 officers, Nebraska State Patrol Air Wing support and video monitoring along O Street.

Stille said they will be cracking down on serious law violations.

"You have the racing, you'll have the burnouts and an excessive noise," Stille said.

The city has partnered with several businesses to block off parking lots after hours trying to keep large crowds from gathering in one area.

"We are trying to engage the public and make sure that they're responsible for their actions and also look out for each other, look out for the person to the left and the right of you," Stille said.

The city has also changed the left turn signal light at some intersections to show only the green arrow and changed the traffic light pattern during the late evening hours.

"So you're not stopping at every light. And we have a lot of congestion so we are trying to keep traffic moving a little bit," Stille said.

Businesses in the area told KETV Newswatch 7 that something needed to be done.

Ben Akins, an assistant manager at Men's Warehouse, said most people are just there to enjoy the cars but there have been some problems.

"Anything that we can do to improve those types of situations and limit the impactful, although very few situations like this that occur," Akins said.

Stille said people can enjoy the classic cars but most of the responsible car owners put on the brakes after dark.

"If I owned that car I wouldn't be driving it at nine, 10, 11 at night," Stille said.

He suggested going out before sundown.

"I think you're going to see some pretty fantastic vehicles in town this weekend," Stille said.

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2 killed, 20 injured when cars slam into crowd at cruise night in Nebraska, authorities say

LINCOLN, Neb. — Two people were killed and 20 others were injured after a crash that sent two cars careening into a crowd of bystanders while an annual Memorial Day weekend “cruise” night was wrapping up in Nebraska’s capital, police said Monday.

Two women, ages 20 and 22, had been inside one of the cars and died in the Sunday night crash on O Street in Lincoln. Of the injured bystanders, one person was listed in critical condition and the others were treated at hospitals for injuries not believed to be life-threatening, police said.

“We do not believe nor is there any evidence this was an intentional act,” Lincoln police said in a statement.

Lincoln Police Chief Teresa Ewins said in a news conference Monday afternoon that neither of the vehicles involved in the crash was participating in the “Americruise” event, which has been taking place in the city since the early 1990s. It was a collision that could have happened at any time, she said.

“At the time of the collision there wasn’t a lot of people out,” Ewins said. “The cars were not flowing down street as normal during this event.”

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Police said the crash happened when an 18-year-old Omaha man driving a black Ford Taurus traveling westbound on O Street struck a white Toyota Corolla that was “facing” eastbound. The women, both in the Corolla, were pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Taurus was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, police said.

The impact drove both vehicles onto the sidewalk. The Taurus had rolled over onto its top, trapping two victims who were rescued by bystanders who pushed the car back on its wheels.

O Street has been a popular spot for cruisers over the Memorial Day weekend and thousands of spectators have gathered at times to watch from business parking lots. However, authorities say some drivers have attempted dangerous maneuvers to excite the crowd, such as burnouts and speeding, and law enforcement had an increased presence this year, the Lincoln Journal Star reported.

“We’ll be changing a lot of things in regards to people that are coming to Lincoln to cause havoc like that,” Ewins said, referring to the extracurricular activity as sideshows. “It’s not acceptable. And yes, things will change.”

A spectator was killed at the event in July 2000 when a non-participant car veered off O Street and hit 39-year-old Connie McCullough. She died shielding her children.

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Police ID 2 women killed in Nebraska crash that injured 20

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Police have identified the two women killed over the weekend when two cars crashed during an annual Memorial Day “cruise” night and injured 20 people when the cars struck a crowd of bystanders in Nebraska's capital city.

Lincoln Police said Tuesday that 20-year-old Emily Siebenhor and 22-year-old Edith Hermosillo died in the Sunday night crash on O Street in Lincoln after a Ford Taurus smashed into the Toyota Corolla they were in. Of the people who were injured, only two remained hospitalized Tuesday, with one in improving to serious condition and the other improving to fair condition.

The crash happened shortly after 10:45 p.m. Sunday while crowds of people gathered in business parking lots along Lincoln's main street to watch the classic cars participating in the “Americruise” event. Neither of the cars involved in the crash were participating in the cruising event, and officials have said it was a collision that could have happened at any time.

Police said a number of bystanders responded quickly to start providing first aid after the crash. Authorities asked anyone who witnessed the crash to come forward to help with the investigation, especially if they have videos or photos of the event.

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2 dead, 19 taken to hospital after major crash in Lincoln, Nebraska

Two people were killed and 19 others taken to hospital following a major crash in Lincoln, Nebraska, police said Monday.

The Lincoln Police Department said in a tweet at around 1:30 a.m. ET Monday that officers were investigating a "fatality accident" after receiving initial reports of multiple vehicles crashing into a large crowd.

It later said two "female occupants" had been killed in the incident, with 19 others transported to hospital. Of those, police said one was in critical condition and the other 18 people were believed to be in non-life-threatening condition.

The ages and identities of the deceased were not immediately clear. Police did not immediately respond to a request for more information.

The incident appeared to unfold as an “Americruise” event was taking place. It was not immediately clear if the incident was connected to the event.

In a call with dispatchers published by Broadcastify, a first responder can be heard describing "people lying in the street" after being hit by a vehicle. The responder said several people were "down" and that at least one vehicle had flipped.

The dispatchers were also warned of "trapped occupants" in a car that had started to catch fire.

Police said the incident had unfolded near 52nd and O Street, where the Americruise event appeared to be taking place.

The Americruise event has previously been described as an annual affair that sees drivers flock to Lincoln over Memorial Day weekend to show off their cars by cruising down city streets.

Asked for comment, the Midwest Association of Car Enthusiasts, which appears to have organized past Americruise events, said it had no direct involvement in the incident. It declined to provide further comment.

Chantal Da Silva is a breaking news editor for NBC News Digital based in London. 

Bianca Britton is a reporter for NBC News' Social Newsgathering team based in London.

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2 Dead, 19 Injured in Nebraska ‘Cruise Night’ Crash

Two people were killed Sunday night in a nightmarish crash during a Memorial Day weekend “cruise night” on the streets near downtown Lincoln, Nebraska.

Nineteen others were injured when two cars buzzed into a crowd gathered to watch the informal annual event.

Two women, ages 20 and 22, were killed, Lincoln Police Capt Max Hubka told the Lincoln Journal Star. They were occupants of one of the cars involved in the crash.

As of 2 a.m., Hubka said that one of the injured was in critical condition.

A witness told the Journal Star that a speeding car rammed another that was trying to turn at an intersection. Both vehicles jumped the curb and crashed into a crowd gathered to watch the parade of classic cars interspersed with normal traffic, with many of the drivers attempting dangerous maneuvers such as speeding and burnouts to rev up the crowd.

Hubka said that Sunday night’s gather was “pretty controlled,” with fewer people participating and fewer people watching than on previous cruise nights.

Both Nebraska State Police and Lincoln Police said they would beef up their forces in the area for this year’s events. Hubka said no police officers witnesses the crash, but they were on scene in less than a minute.

The names of the victims were not released.

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Memorial Day Cruise: Take a Weekend Cruise Getaway

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Memorial Day can be a great holiday to spend outdoors with your friends and family (or your family of friends). However, if crowded beaches and busy city parks are not your idea of an ideal vacation, why not consider spending Memorial Day on a fun-filled cruise? The open seas, exotic ports of call, enticing shore excursions , great amenities and delicious food — that you don’t have to grill yourself — are just a few of the wonderful options when you’re on a cruise. Ready to set sail? Here are four things to look forward to on a Memorial Day cruise.

Great Dining Options

Who doesn’t like the traditional Memorial Day food grilled up just right? From hot dogs to hamburgers, Carnival has you covered. Our Memorial Day weekend cruise offers guests a wide variety of delicious and familiar foods, including the traditional picnic sandwiches, alongside family favorites such as baked beans, roasted potatoes, ice cream, and more. Visitors can also enjoy a tasty, juicy steak or some all-American apple pie. If you’re looking for something a bit more Southern — or even south of the border — we also boast a barbecue restaurant ( Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que ) and a Mexican cantina ( BlueIgauna Cantina ). With so many tasty options, you can celebrate the freedom of choice when you cruise — and don’t worry, we’ll even handle the cleanup.

Cruise to Bermuda

What could be better than setting sail for a Memorial Day cruise from New York , the quintessential American city? This classic cruise travels to sunny Bermuda. Guests lucky enough to book this four-day cruise can experience all our newly refreshed ship , Carnival Sunrise, has to offer. This state-of-the-art vessel comes complete with amenities and activities that the whole family will enjoy. Catch the breeze with our ropes course , situated high above the ship’s deck. Let the kids splash around at WaterWorks, or make new friends on the new mini-golf course. The older crowd can relax at the adult-only Serenity Retreat, or sit back with a drink at the RedFrog Pub . With so many options for adults and children alike, this modern ship is the perfect fit for friends and families.

Once in beautiful Bermuda, guests can also take advantage of the attractions at this gorgeous port of call. Whether you want to snorkel or Segway, kayak or bike, Bermuda’s shore is full of options for the adventurous traveler. Beyond this, visitors who cruise to Bermuda can also enjoy tours, a fascinating aquarium, energetic party cruises and even a rum tasting. Of course, you may just want to relax on the beach and enjoy the Memorial Day sunshine — and that’s okay, too.

Enjoy The Bahamas

For those sailing from Miami , The Bahamas are just a short cruise away. Once our ship lands, guests can partake in a variety of attractions and activities in this tropical destination. Visitors can choose from a variety of things to do, from luxury sailing to swimming with dolphins. Of course, these are just a few of the wonderful options during a Memorial Day cruise. Guests can also rent a relaxing private bungalow or cabana, take a bike adventure around the island, or try their hand at scuba diving! The Bahamas also have many shore excursions that are a perfect fit for the whole family, including a family beach escape, a historic nature walk and the chance to get up close and personal with some stingrays. With so many things to do, you may just need to come back after the holidays.

Sail to Baja, Mexico

Another fantastic cruise option is to sail from Long Beach, California down to Baja, Mexico . This Memorial Day cruise will take voyagers to a port of call destination with a wide array of experiences to explore. Outdoor adventurers will enjoy options such as a horseback trail, ATV riding or surf lessons at Playa Hermosa. However, Baja also has a lot to offer the aspiring connoisseur. Visitors can get a taste of wine country, visit local breweries to experience the craft beer scene, and enjoy a taste of Mexico while learning how to cook the local cuisine. Not the outdoor or foodie type? You’re in luck — you can enjoy a resort getaway or step out in the city for a shopping tour. Whether you want to hit the waves or relax with a tasty tequila, Baja certainly has something for you!

Why Book a Memorial Day Cruise?

When you book a Memorial Day cruise with Carnival, you have plenty of options to make it the perfect fit for you and your family. Not only can you choose from a variety of exciting and exotic destinations, such as Bermuda or The Bahamas, but you’re also able to pick a menu that fits your desired holiday celebration. Better yet? Our four-day cruise to Bermuda also allows visitors to enjoy everything Carnival Sunrise has to offer. We wish you a happy and healthy holiday on the open seas!

Note: Onboard activities, shore excursions, and dining options may vary by  ship  and destination.

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Nebraska will welcome fans to Memorial Stadium on Saturday for the annual Red-White Spring Game presented by FNBO. Approximately 54,000 tickets have been sold for the spring game as of Wednesday morning with tickets still available at Huskers.com.

Below is information for fans attending Saturday’s Red-White contest, with kickoff set for 11:05 a.m.  The game will be televised by BTN and available on the Huskers Radio Network, Huskers.com and the official Huskers App.    Tickets & Gate Information

• Fans are encouraged to purchase mobile tickets in advance of Saturday’s game. Tickets are $15 each and are available at Huskers.com.
• On game day, tickets may still be purchased for $15 when purchased through Huskers.com and choosing mobile delivery. Tickets purchased in person at ticket windows on game day will be $25 each.
• The Athletic Ticket Office on Stadium Drive will open at 8 a.m. on Saturday, and tickets may be purchased using credit/debit cards or cash.  Tickets can also be purchased at Gate 21 beginning at 9 a.m.
• Fans should access their mobile tickets to the game prior to reaching the stadium gates. To make the process of entering Memorial Stadium as efficient as possible fans are encouraged to access their ticket account and save their digital tickets to their Apple or Google Wallet apps prior to arrival.
• Stadium gates will open at 9:30 a.m. Gates 1, 6, 8 and 17 will be closed for entry. Gates 18, 19 and 21 will close shortly after kickoff.
• Re-entry will be allowed through the end of the third quarter. After that point, there will be no entry to Memorial Stadium.
• Fans are encouraged to travel light. All bags, purses or carry items must conform to Memorial Stadium’s clear bag policy. For more information on clear bags and other game day policies and procedures, please visit Huskers.com/operations.   

Parking & Transportation Information

• There will be several cashiered lots around Memorial Stadium for fans. Lots on the UNL Campus, at Haymarket Park and Pinnacle Bank Arena will all cost $10 each.
• All campus lots will open at 6 a.m. and payment for those lots will be credit or debit card only. (No Cash). Fans are encouraged to either log onto https://unl.parkmobile.io or download the Park Mobile App.
• All Pinnacle Bank Arena controlled lots (Festival Parking, PBA Garage) open at 7 a.m. and are Cash Only.
• Haymarket Park parking lots (20 & 21) will open at 6:00 am on Saturday. Additional baseball and softball parking is available in Pinnacle Bank Arena’s Festival Lot on the south side of the Breslow Ice Hockey for $10.
• Fans with a Husker baseball or softball ticket can show a ticket upon lot entry and be let in free of charge. The Lot 20 VIP area will be reserved after the conclusion of Friday evening’s games and will be held for VIP individuals for Saturday’s baseball game.
• Lot 19 will be used for Teammates Mentoring organization for the Red-White spring game and will likely not have parking stalls available until approximately 2:00 pm.
• All parking is general admission.
• Responsible tailgating will be enforced by lot attendants.
• The city’s Big Red Express (StarTran) will not be operating for the spring game.
• Rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft have a designated drop off/pickup area on Vine Street just east of 14 th Street. 
• Reserved, pre-paid parking is available for the spring game at City of Lincoln garages designated with “Park & Go” signs. Visit parkandgo.org to find locations and rates and to reserve parking. All-day parking at on-street parking meters is available through the Passport application. Downtown parking meters are enforced Saturday’s from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Download at the App Store,  passportparking.com . When creating a new session, use Zone 90. Parking meters are enforced Monday-Saturday, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• To avoid gameday traffic and parking challenges, fans are urged to visit lincoln.ne.gov/closures or use the Waze mobile app.
• There are numerous lane closures in downtown Lincoln near Memorial Stadium. Fans should plan for congestion on those streets and allow ample time to arrive for the spring game.

Husker Nation Pavilion

• The Husker Nation Pavilion will be staged on Stadium Drive on Saturday, beginning at 9 a.m. The Husker Nation Pavilion will include food vendors, inflatables, and other interactive activities for fans of all ages. All activities on Stadium Drive will shut down at kickoff.

Rosters & Media Coverage

• Rosters will be sold at Memorial Stadium concession stands for $1.
• Rosters for the spring game will also be available on-line at Huskers.com later this week, available to download on the official Huskers mobile app, and QR codes will be placed in the Memorial Stadium concourses to download the roster.
• The Huskers Radio Network will provide radio coverage of the Red-White game statewide and around the world through Huskers.com, and the official Huskers App. Husker Sports Network coverage begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday. Greg Sharpe, Damon Benning, and Jessica Coody will provide the coverage of the Red-White game on the Huskers Radio Network.
• The game can be seen live on BTN beginning at 11 a.m. Larry Punteney, Kenny Bell and Brooke Fletcher will be on the call for BTN.

Other Husker Events this Weekend

• Both the Nebraska baseball and softball teams will be home for a three-game series this weekend. The baseball team will host Iowa, with Saturday’s first pitch set for 1:15 p.m. The softball game against Northwestern on Saturday begins at 1:30 p.m.   A limited number of tickets remain for each of the baseball and softball games. Visit Huskers.com to purchase tickets.

VIDEO: Several tornado sightings in Lincoln and Waverly

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - There were several tornado sightings in Lincoln and Waverly Friday afternoon.

Below is a timeline of severe weather activity.

3:33PM: Tornado damage seen at Garner Industries near North 98th Street and Cornhusker Highway.

3:30PM: WATCH: Tornado spotted from Waverly.

3:25PM: A tornado struck a train between Waverly and Lincoln, causing multiple cars to derail, according to BNSF. There were no injuries to the crew and no hazmat was released. BNSF personnel are on site working to clear the incident as safely as possible.

3:21PM: Semi turned over on I-80 eastbound near North 98th Street in northeast Lincoln. The left two lanes are blocked, according to Nebraska 511.

3:21PM: A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Antelope, Boone, Madison, Pierce Counties until 4:15 p.m.

3:15PM: Storm spotters reporting tornado on the ground heading toward Ashland.

3:10PM: Tornado sightings in Lincoln.

Drone video by Chris Steinheider, Property Services shows the tornado forming north of Lincoln

2:51PM: Funnel cloud spotted in northwest Lincoln.

2:50PM: A tornado was spotted five miles northeast of Lincoln.

2:45PM: Tornado sirens were sounded in Lincoln.

2:34PM: Tornado sirens were sounded in Lincoln.

2:32PM: A Tornado Warning has been issued for Lancaster, Saunders, Cass Counties until 3:15 p.m.

2:30PM: Hail falling in Lincoln Air Park.

2:10PM: Tornado sirens were sounded in Lincoln.

2:09PM: A Tornado Warning has been issued for Saunders, Lancaster, Seward, Butler Counties until 3 p.m.

1:40PM: A Tornado Warning has been issued for Saline, Lancaster, Gage, Jefferson Counties until 2:30 p.m.

1:14PM: Emergency management reported power poles down near Elba near Highway 11 and Odell Road.

According to the National Weather Service, there’s been several reports of a large tornado west and north of Elba in Howard County around 1:15 p.m.

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