Ken Siemek Returns to Anchor 10/11 Newscasts

Morning Pulse show also features O Street 'lava' prank

Apr. 1, 2026 at 1:51pm

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Veteran news anchor Ken Siemek is coming back to lead the anchor team at Lincoln's 10/11 News, the city's top-rated local television station. Siemek's return headlines the latest edition of the station's popular Morning Pulse program, which also features a lighthearted prank on downtown Lincoln's O Street.

Why it matters

Siemek's homecoming is a major shakeup for the local news landscape in Lincoln, as he was previously the face of 10/11 News for over a decade before departing in 2022. His return is expected to boost the station's ratings and credibility with viewers. The O Street 'lava' prank also showcases the show's commitment to delivering fun, viral content to its audience.

The details

After a four-year stint at a station in Omaha, Siemek is rejoining 10/11 News to anchor all of the station's daily newscasts. He previously co-anchored the morning, midday, and evening news programs. In a separate segment, the Morning Pulse team pulled a prank on unsuspecting pedestrians by covering a section of O Street with a red tarp, making it appear the ground had turned to lava.

  • Ken Siemek left 10/11 News in 2022.
  • Ken Siemek is returning to 10/11 News in April 2026.

The players

Ken Siemek

A veteran news anchor who previously led the anchor team at Lincoln's 10/11 News for over a decade before departing in 2022. He is now returning to the station to anchor all of its daily newscasts.

10/11 News

The top-rated local television station serving the Lincoln, Nebraska market.

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What they’re saying

“I'm thrilled to be back home at 10/11 News. Lincoln has always been like family to me, and I can't wait to reconnect with our viewers.”

— Ken Siemek, News Anchor

The takeaway

Siemek's return to 10/11 News signals a major shift in Lincoln's local news landscape, as the veteran anchor reclaims his position as the face of the city's top television station. Meanwhile, the Morning Pulse team's O Street prank demonstrates the show's commitment to delivering engaging, shareable content to its audience.