Mixed Reactions to Lincoln's O Street Cruise Kickoff Night.
The first night of Lincoln's annual "Americruise" event ended with little issue, according to police. Attendees noted a lower attendance compared to previous years, attributing it to police efforts to keep the surrounding area clear for much of the night. Last year's unsanctioned cruise event ended in a fiery crash that killed two women and injured 20 bystanders, prompting the city to roll out a new traffic engineering plan and stick with traditional law enforcement methods to prevent another tragedy. The event is ultimately about a tradition of bringing together members of the car and motorcycle community in Lincoln to show off their vehicles.