Lauren Penington
Lauren Penington is a junior at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln majoring in journalism and political science. In addition to writing at the Nebraska News Service, Lauren has worked as a Reporting Intern for Circuit Media in Denver covering courts and politics, a News Intern for the Lincoln Journal Star covering features and breaking news, a General News intern at channel 8 KLKN TV in Lincoln, and more.
She has been published in a variety of Nebraska newspapers, including: The Lincoln Journal Star, The Summerland Advocate-Messenger, The Reader, The Sidney Sun-Telegraph, The North Platte Bulletin, and more.
Lauren has experience working with the majority of Adobe Suit programs. Although she has more experience with print and web journalism, she has also worked with photo and video to tell stories in unique ways.
Shadow interpretation connects Omaha Deaf community to beloved Christmas tradition
Katie Koch remembers leaning forward in her seat at the Omaha Community Playhouse as the magic of “A Christmas Carol” came to life on...
Nebraska at a Glance: Nov. 14
Nov. 21: Adoption Day, Nebraska Supreme Court and volleyball milestone
Husker volleyball celebrates 300th consecutive sellout
In their Nov. 11 match, the women’s Husker volleyball team...
Welcome to live coverage of Election 2022
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Nebraska counties adapt to national shortage of election workers
Amid fears of voter security and safety, Nebraska’s 93 counties continue to adapt to the national shortage of election workers — by using volunteer...
Nebraska at a Glance: Nov. 7
Nov. 7: Voter turnout, Walmart arson, drought and trail closures
Voter turnout predicted to be over 50% Tuesday
Statewide, a turnout of 58% of the state’s...
UNL students explore democracy on campus, join national efforts
On Sept. 15, hundreds of students across the University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications participated in the national Democracy Day effort...
Nebraska at a Glance: Sept. 19
Sept. 19: Coaching changes, Husker victories and losses, and one furry addition to the UNL police department
Mickey Joseph loses first game as interim coach
The...
Thirteen outgoing state senators praise nonpartisan body, offer advice for future
On the final day of the Nebraska legislative session on April 20, outgoing senators gave farewell speeches focused on upholding the nonpartisan nature of...
Keeping Up With the Legislature: March 28-April 1
March 28-April 1: Budget adjustments, furries and prison reform debate
Legislature approves budget adjustments, Ricketts will take five days to review
State senators gave final approval...
Life after invasion: Lincoln’s Ukrainian community sends prayers and resources to...
From supply drives to peaceful protests and vigils, people across Lincoln are showing their support for those impacted by the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. Unable to...
