# Tragedy, Abuse Claims, and Local Closures | Lincoln News

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Podcast: [Lincoln News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/lincoln-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7568434)
Published: 2026-07-26T21:37:18+00:00
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A devastating ATV crash in Polk County took the life of 70-year-old track coach Randy Johnson, prompting school-wide counseling. Meanwhile, 19-year-old DaVontae Helmstadter has exposed abuse at the Kearney Youth Center, with court documents backing his claims against staffer Jessica Camacho. In Lincoln, a driver died after a medical emergency behind the wheel, and Fazoli’s on North 48th has shut down for good. Health officials are also tracking a cyclospora outbreak in Lancaster County, with 13 confirmed cases linked to possible contaminated produce. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/51b19d5be2a3dd90

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