The 902 Podcast

The Nebraska Attorney General's Office plays an important role in public safety across Nebraska. In this episode, Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers joins Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik to discuss his office, how they work with local law enforcement agencies, and how his staff works to protect Nebraskans every day. Links mentioned during the episode:Secure the Goodlife: www.securethegoodlife.nebraska.govAGO Jobs: www.ago.nebraska.gov/jobsEpisode music credits:Vittoro by Blue Dot SessionsGlass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions(www.sessions.blue)

E.J. O'Malley is a Health & Fitness Instructor at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia. In this episode, E.J. joins Capt. John Vik, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Sheriff Terry Wagner to discuss the importance of strong bodies and minds in public safety. Learn about the latest trends in human performance as E.J. dives into the research behind mobility, longevity, and durability. How does sleep impact performance? Alcohol. Fueling your body. Training vs. working out. Breathing exercises. FBI Physical Training Unit facility updates. Why you should expect your law enforcement officers to be fit for duty.Episode Music Credits:Vittoro by Blue Dot SessionsGlass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions(www.sessions.blue)

“A goal without a plan is just a wish.” ~ Antoine de Saint-ExuperySheriff Wagner and Chief Deputy Houchin join Captain Vik and Kelsey Cruz, LSO's new Public Information Officer, to discuss LSO's Strategic Plan. What it is. Why we have one. How it's going in 2025. Read along here: https://www.lancaster.ne.gov/DocumentCenter/View/18643/Lancaster-County-Sheriffs-Office-Stat-PlanEpisode Music Credits:Vittoro by Blue Dot SessionsGlass Beads by Blue Dot SessionsRodney Skopes by Blue Dot Sessions(www.sessions.blue)

From typewriters to AI transcription, law enforcement technology continues to evolve. LSO is no exception to that trend. In this episode, LSO Technology Manager Aktham Ali sits down with Sheriff Terry Wagner, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Captain John Vik to discuss technology management at LSO. Aktham also provided insight into career opportunities within LSO's tech support unit. Learn more at www.JoinLSO.com! Episode Music Credits: Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions Glass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

Wildfires pose unique safety hazards to residents and first responders. In this episode, Hickman Fire Chief and LSO Deputy John Brady joined Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik to discuss grass and wildfires in Lancaster County. How they behave, prevention tips, and what you can do to keep your family and property safe.

As 2024 comes to a close, Captain John Vik recaps the year's top ten episodes. Listen in to find out which episodes made the cut! Happy New Year!!

It's Christmastime at LSO! Chief Houchin, Captain Vik, Sergeant Bolzer, and Sara Sump discuss holiday traditions in the office, LSO's UAS Team, and hiring updates about deputy and professional staff positions. Check out JoinLSO.com to learn about career opportunities in 2025! Merry Christmas!!

Human trafficking is one of the most profitable illegal industries in the United States and around the world. In this episode, Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent Christina Worster joins Captain John Vik, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Sheriff Terry Wagner to discuss human trafficking - what it is, how it works, and what's being done to stop it. SA Worster also discusses her own career path and opportunities to support Homeland Security's mission: "protecting what matters most - our country, our people, and our future." Episode Music Credits: Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions Glass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

Understanding the "why" behind any organization's mission is vital to its staff and the people it serves. In this episode, Capt. John Vik takes listeners on a deep dive into LSO's mission statement - what it is, how it was developed, and, most importantly, why it says what it says. He also provides an update on LSO's recruiting programs and why it's never been a better time to join LSO! Episode Music Credits: Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions Glass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

Tyler Goodrich went missing on November 3, 2023, and there has been no sign of him since. In this episode, Inv. Jeremy Schwarz provides an update on the case, including investigative efforts over the last year since Tyler disappeared. Tips about Tyler's disappearance may be sent directly to the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office at (402) 441-6500/lso@lancaster.ne.gov or anonymously via CrimeStoppers at (402) 475-3600/www.lincolncrimestoppers.org. Episode Music Credits: Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) Glass Beads by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

How do public safety agencies mitigate threats against individuals, schools, workplaces, and public officials? Dr. Mario Scalora is a forensic psychologist, professor, and expert in threat management. In this episode, he sits down with Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik to discuss threat management - what it is, how it's done, and the stakeholders involved. He also discusses the UNL Public Policy Center and its contributions to public safety in Lancaster County and beyond. Episode Music Credits: Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) Rodney Skopes by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

The Pink Patch Project started in 2013 as a local Breast Cancer Awareness project with a police department in Seal Beach, California. Since then, the project has expanded to hundreds of law enforcement, fire, and EMS agencies, raising over $1.5 million worldwide for breast cancer research and education. In this episode, Deputy Amanda Gress sits down with Sheriff Terry Wagner, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Captain John Vik to discuss LSO's efforts to support the Pink Patch Project in 2024. Learn about the project, LSO's patch designs, t-shirts, and more in this episode of the 902 Podcast. T-Shirt Link: www.NEPinkPatchProject.com Episode Music Credits: Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions Rodney Skopes by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

We did a thing! We've launched our first video episode of the 902 Podcast!! It came just in time to announce the opening of our first full-time Public Information Officer (PIO) position. In this episode, Captain John Vik, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Sara Sump discuss the position, its duties, and what we hope to find in a successful candidate. This professional staff position is responsible for LSO's public information and communication strategies. We're seeking candidates skilled in crisis communication, content creation, media relations, and social media management - maybe even podcasting. If you or someone you know is interested, you can learn more or apply at www.JoinLSO.com

Someone is killed or injured in a drunk driving crash every 79 seconds. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) works every day to see a world where there are no more victims of drunk/drugged driving. In this episode, MADD Nebraska Executive Director Sara Draper sat down with Sheriff Terry Wagner, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Captain John Vik to discuss MADD's mission, services, and how they interact with LSO to combat drunk and drugged driving in Lancaster County.

The average life expectancy in the U.S. is about 78 years. For U.S. law enforcement officers, the average life expectancy is only 66. Maintaining physical, mental, and spiritual health is vital to keeping our people in the best condition possible to keep our community safe. In this episode, Deputy Amanda Gress joins Captain John Vik, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Sheriff Terry Wagner to discuss wellness initiatives at the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office. Thanks to a recent grant made possible through a number of public safety groups, LSO will soon be rolling out Lexipol's Cordico Wellness App for LSO staff, their families, and retirees. Episode music credits: Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) Rodney Skopes by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

Lancaster County Attorney Pat Condon and Chief Deputy Lancaster County Attorney Chris Turner join Captain John Vik, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Sheriff Terry Wagner to discuss the Lancaster County Attorney's Office. While prosecuting criminal cases in Lancaster County is one of their main duties, there's much more than that. Listen in to learn about the Lancaster County Attorney's Office, its mission, its people, and how it interacts with LSO working to make Lancaster County safe. Episode Music Credits: Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) Rodney Skopes by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

Did you know that LSO conducts most coroner investigations in Lancaster County on behalf of the Lancaster County Attorney? In this episode, Investigator Alex Kelly joins Captain John Vik, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Sheriff Terry Wagner to discuss death investigations at LSO. From hospice deaths to homicides, listen to the how and why behind LSO's coroner duties.

Cody Thomas is the Public Relations Director for the Nebraska State Patrol. On this episode, Cody sat down with Captain John Vik, Chief Deputy Ben Houchin, and Sheriff Terry Wagner to discuss the importance of communication in law enforcement. Cody discusses his background in journalism and radio which he's been able to leverage in his current role of communicating the Nebraska State Patrol's mission to keep Nebraska safe.

As first responders, our deputies are often some of the first to arrive on the scene after severe weather strikes. This included the Hallam Tornado which destroyed most of the village on May 22, 2004. 20 years after the Hallam Tornado, Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik sat down with Sgt. Jason Mayo, Dep. Kory Lehr, and Dep. Zach Meyer to discuss three different tornados that impacted Lancaster County over the last two decades. Listen in as they talk about what it's like to arrive during those initial moments of chaos. Hallam - 5/22/2004 Hickman/Wagontrain Lake - 10/3/2013 Garner Industries - 4/26/2024

For Police Week 2024, Captain Vik walks through the Below 100 program and how it aims to improve officer safety throughout law enforcement. This overview touches on the 5 tenets of the program which are: Wear your belt. Wear your vest. Watch your speed. WIN - What's important now? and Remember: Complacency kills!

Have you ever wondered what it's like to apply to become a deputy sheriff? Or what life at the academy is like? In this episode, Chief Deputy Houchin, Captain Vik, and Sara Sump sat down with four of LSO's newest deputies to ask them about the application process, the academy experience, and beyond. Check out www.JoinLSO.com to learn how YOU can become a deputy with LSO!

Captain Vik sits down with Sheriff Wagner and Chief Deputy Houchin to catch up on the latest happenings from inside the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office. Moving administrative office back after the latest remodel. Spring shift bid changes. Hiring updates. An ongoing officer-involved shooting investigation. Scams and fraud cases. Episode Music Credits: Vittoro by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) Rodney Skopes by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

Becky Kern is a Lead Meteorologist at the National Weather Service Office in Omaha, Nebraska. Becky joined Captain John Vik and Sara Sump to discuss the National Weather Service (NWS) and severe weather awareness as we move into spring. Becky's background. The NWS mission and history. NWS products and services. Staff and career options. The weather watch/warning process. Mesoscale discussions. Severe weather precautions. "Snow squalls" and other hazards.

The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office saw an over 100% increase in vehicle pursuits from 2019 to 2023. In this episode, Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik discuss LSO's pursuit policy and the factors deputies and supervisors weigh when determining whether to pursue a vehicle.

In 1829, Sir Robert Peel established the London Metropolitan Police Force. He became known as the “Father of Modern Policing,” and his commissioners established nine principles of policing that remain as crucial and urgent today as they were two centuries ago. In this episode, Captain Vik unpacks Sir Robert Peel's 9 Principles of Policing and how they relate to modern-day operations at the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office.

Sheriff Wagner and Chief Deputy Houchin sit down with Captain Vik to discuss pending legislative bills impacting public safety in Lancaster County. Hear their thoughts on why law enforcement agencies need to be involved in the legislative process. Hear about legislative bills related to the elimination of handgun purchase permits, changes to asset forfeiture laws, and more in this episode.

Cynthia Lewis is a faculty member with the FBI's Training Division at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia where she has been a communications instructor since 2004. In this episode, she joins Captain Vik, Sheriff Wagner, and Chief Deputy Houchin to talk about the FBI Training Division and the importance of law enforcement communication. Cynthia's background. The FBI Training Division. Ongoing training. The FBI National Academy program. The University of Virginia. Importance of communication in law enforcement. Written communication. Writing style guides. Learning from colleagues. Continuous learning. Public speaking tips.

FBI Special Agent in Charge Eugene Kowel sat down with Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik to discuss the Federal Bureau of Investigation and how it functions locally within the Omaha Field Office which extends across Nebraska and Iowa. Gene discussed the FBI's mission, priorities, threats, and partnerships with state and local agencies right here in Lancaster County.

Inv. Jeremy Schwarz returned to the show to discuss LSO's combined Force Investigations Team (FIT). This team is made up of LSO and LPD personnel assigned to investigate use-of-force incidents including officer-involved shootings. Learn about why the team was created and how it's deployed in this episode with Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik.

Sheriff Wagner shares highlights and statistics from 2023 in his State of the Office review. Personnel updates. Service Awards. Division statistics.

Josh Planos serves as the VP of Communications & Public Relations for the Midwest Plains chapter of the Better Business Bureau. In this episode, Josh joined Captain Vik, Sheriff Wagner, and Sara Sump to discuss how consumers can protect themselves against scams and deceptive business practices. Josh's background. The Better Business Bureau - origins, mission, and services. Law enforcement impersonation. Frequent types of scams. What you can do. BBB's ScamTracker. LSO/BBB partnership. Programming for businesses and consumers.

Sgt. Drew Bolzer returned to the show to talk about LSO's Crash Reconstruction Team which he oversees. Listen in as he visits with Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik about the training and expert skills of traffic crash reconstructionists right here at the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office. Drew's path to crash reconstruction. Crashes vs. Accidents. Training. Equipment. Math & Physics. Vehicle autopsies. Airbag Control Modules. Academic Partnerships.

LSO leverages technology to combat crime and enhance public safety in Lancaster County. Law enforcement uses License Plate Reader (LPR) technology to take pictures of vehicle license plates which are then compared to existing law enforcement databases of Amber Alerts, stolen vehicles, and vehicles wanted in connection with criminal activity. In this episode, Sgt. Jason Mayo sat down with Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik to address what the technology does and, more importantly, what it doesn't. Sgt. Mayo addressed several of the myths and misconceptions that have circulated about LPRs and their use in law enforcement to help you understand how and why they can make Lancaster County safer.

Captain Vik looks back at 2023 with help from three law enforcement colleagues. Chris Golden serves as the Assistant Chief of Police at the Bartlett Police Department in Bartlett, TN. Josh Jefferson is a Division Chief with the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) stationed in the Washington DC area. Steve Robson is a Colonel with the Broward County Sheriff's Office in Fort Lauderdale, FL. In this episode, the group will look back on successes and wins from their respective agencies in 2023 and look ahead to challenges waiting in 2024.

Merry Christmas from all of us at the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office! Our gift to you is a recap of the top ten 902 Podcast episodes from 2023. But first, we snuck in a little blooper reel for your enjoyment. After listening to clips from the top ten episodes, be sure to stick around for a recording of the poem, "My Christmas Eve" as read by the author, retired Ohio State Trooper Bob Welsh. Thank you to Trooper Welsh for providing LSO with permission to share this great holiday poem. To listen to his original recording, check out his YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xObw8jdvH4s. We hope you and yours have a safe and happy holiday season!

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) of 1994 provided additional funding and resources to law enforcement agencies, which allowed them to dedicate personnel and programs to better serve crime victims of domestic assault, child abuse, and sexual assault. LSO has assigned a full-time investigator to these cases ever since. In this episode, Investigator Joanna Dimas sits down with Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik to discuss the program, her role, and how it makes a difference to victims in Lancaster County. Joanna's background. Coming to LSO. What is VAWA? Funding. Types of cases. A day in her shoes. Training. Human Trafficking. Interacting with BraveBe. Joanna's why. Keeping Lancaster County safer.

Research has shown that suicide survivors are at an elevated risk for suicide themselves when compared to the general population. That's something that Local Outreach to Suicide Loss Survivors (LOSS) wanted to address and a Nebraska team was started in 2009. In this episode, Nebraska LOSS Team founder Dr. Don Belau and LOSS team member Cynthia Surrounded sit down with Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik for a very informative discussion about how the LOSS Team serves the Lincoln and Lancaster County area. Introductions. What is a LOSS Team? How LOSS came to be. Membership. How LOSS works for suicide loss survivors. Why? Postvention. How to engage LOSS services. How you can get involved.

At 7:41 pm on 11/3/2023, Tyler Goodrich left his home near Lincoln, NE - he has not been seen since. Tyler was reported as a missing person by his spouse the next morning at 9:35 am. In the month since he disappeared, we've received numerous tips, theories, and speculation but still, no Tyler. In this episode, you'll hear directly from investigators and friends of Tyler. Sgt. Casey Dahlke, Inv. Jeremy Schwarz, Rachel Barth, and Amanda Meyer sit down with Sheriff Wagner and Captain Vik to discuss the case, search efforts, and more about Tyler in detail. Anyone with information regarding Tyler Goodrich's disappearance is asked to call the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office at (402) 441-6500 or CrimeStoppers at (402) 475-3600. See something. Say something. Now.

LSO is gearing up for its final entry-level deputy recruiting process of 2023. Deputy applications will be available from 12/2/2023 through 12/31/2023. In this episode, Captain Vik walks you through the benefits, requirements, and application process to become a deputy at the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office. For more information or to apply, check out www.JoinLSO.com!

On October 25, 2017 Colleen Lovett got the news every parent dreads - that her child had been involved in a serious crash. Tragically, Colleen's daughter Ryan Post never recovered from her injuries, but Ryan's story didn't end there. Through the gift of organ and tissue donation, she was able to save the lives of at least five people and impact many more. In this episode, Colleen joined Tyson Kinzle and Kara Cordell from Live On Nebraska, an independent, non-profit organ procurement organization serving Nebraska and Pottawattamie County, Iowa. Listen as they sit down with Chief Deputy Houchin and Captain Vik to share the mission, process, and impact that organ and tissue donation can have right here in Lancaster County, Nebraska and beyond! Introduction to Live On Nebraska. The mission. The impact. Collaboration between Live On Nebraska and area law enforcement. Ryan Post's story and its impact. Aftercare. The healing power of organ donation. Awareness and education. Organ donation registration. Closing thoughts.

"How would you like to come fly for the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office?" That was the question Sheriff Merle Karnopp posed to who would ultimately become LSO's first pilot - Sgt. Larry Russell. Now retired, Larry sat down with Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik to walk through the history of aviation at LSO. Air Force Life. LPD. How would you like to fly for the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office? The "Bubble Bell" aka the "Karnoppter". What's your vector, Victor? The helicopter "crash". The Flying County Mounty. Fixed-wing aircraft. The cost-effective balance over time. Selling the Piper Navajo. "Flying Sheriffs". Aviation at LSO today. Closing thoughts.

The Lancaster County Sheriff's Office is home to a task force dedicated to apprehending fugitives residing in or traveling through Lancaster County. In coordination with the U.S. Marshals Service, Lincoln Police Department, and other law enforcement partners, the Metro Area Fugitive Task Force seeks fugitives wherever they may be hiding. In this episode, Sergeant Hipps joins Chief Deputy Houchin and Captain Vik to discuss the mission of the task force and how the public can help.

Sgt. Phil Lang joined Chief Deputy Houchin and Captain Vik to talk about LSO's Court Services Division. Phil's background. Lincoln Pius X Class of 1987. Time with the VAWA/Special Victim's Unit. Building security. The various Courts within the courthouse. Campus security. Transports - "See the World". How extraditions work. The Northwest Shuttle. Title Inspections.

It's Monday morning, which means we're reviewing weekend reports. Each day, LSO reports go through layers of employee and supervisor reviews to ensure we provide exceptional law enforcement services that reduce crime, enhance public safety, and build public trust. In today's episode, Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik discuss reports and what some call the "Monday Morning Quarterback." Weekend calls. Monday (and every) morning. What we look for. Why? Daily report workflows. Followup assignments. Our standard. Training. Accountability. How exceptional law enforcement reports make Lancaster County safer.

Col. Bolduc is currently serving as the 18th superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP). Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik caught up with Col. Bolduc to discuss operations, staffing, partnerships, and upcoming projects at NSP. Col. Bolduc's background. An overview of NSP. "A little bit of everything." Resource agency. "A big state." Communication is key. Jurisdiction and focus. "Qualifying for law enforcement intervention." NSP staff and vacancies. www.NebraskaTroopers.com "A team sport." NSP's airwing. What's new at NSP? How NSP makes Nebraska and Lancaster County, Nebraska safer.

The Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) assigns investigators to prevent pharmaceutical diversion across Nebraska. In this episode, NSP Sergeant Chris Apley, Investigator John Lukesh, and Investigator Tyler Kroenke joined the 902 Podcast to discuss an upcoming drug take-back day and their efforts to reduce the harms caused by drugs and pharmaceuticals being diverted from their originally prescribed purposes. Get to know Chris, John, and Tyler. Nebraska State Patrol drug enforcement. Pharmaceutical Diversion - what is it? The problem, by the numbers. Overdose vs. poisoning. All walks of life. Efforts to help. Partnerships with healthcare providers. Drug take-back day. Other take-back options. More information available at: - www.dea.gov/takebackday - www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov - www.nebraskameds.org

The Lincoln/Lancaster County Chaplaincy Corps serves alongside Lincoln Police officers, Lincoln Fire & Rescue personnel, and Lancaster County Sheriff's deputies to support victims and first responders in their times of need. Chaplain Gary Fuller sat down with Captain Vik, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Sheriff Wagner ahead of National Faith & Blue Weekend to talk about the Chaplaincy Corps, their mission, and how to get involved. Gary's background. Chaplaincy Corps Mission. A ministry of presence. Members. Training. Work handled by chaplains. The future of the Chaplaincy Corps. Getting involved. National Faith & Blue Weekend. Gary's book and writer's block. To learn more about National Faith & Blue Weekend, check out www.FaithAndBlue.org.

Brad Johnson is the director of Lancaster County Corrections. Unlike many sheriff's offices, Lancaster County has a civilian corrections department managed separately from the sheriff's office. In this episode, Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik catch up with Brad to talk about the history of the Lancaster County Jail and their current day operations. Brad's background. Early jail days and the transition to the modern era. The Lancaster County Adult Detention Facility (ADF). Capacity. "Direct Supervision". Corrections programs in Lancaster County. Corrections positions. Training. Hiring. How Corrections makes Lancaster County safer. Future plans.

While the walls may have changed, the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office has lived on the same block within the City of Lincoln since 1874! In this episode, Captain Vik talks with Sheriff Wagner and Chief Deputy Houchin about LSO facilities from 1861 to the present day. Facility history. Early days. Original Lancaster County Jail - 1874. Lancaster County's first courthouse - 1888. The first "County - City Building" - 1967. Renovating to the "Hall of Justice" - 1997. The 2005 flood. Satellite facilities. Present day remodel projects. Public Safety Training Center. Future plans. Historical photos from facilities discussed in this episode will be posted on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/LSOnebraska.

9/11 hits hard for many of us, including those in public safety. We remain committed to honor the service and sacrifice of the brave men and women who ran toward danger that day. In this episode, Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik sit down to discuss their memories of September 11, 2001 and the impact it had locally at the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office. May we #NeverForget.

Douglas County Sheriff Aaron Hanson became the first guest sheriff on the 902 Podcast as “902” welcomed “901”. Sheriff Hanson sat down with Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik to discuss public safety issues shared by Nebraska's two most populous counties. Sheriff Hanson's background. An overview of the Douglas County Sheriff's Office. Staffing challenges. Interagency cooperation. Juvenile Justice issues. Homeless populations. Mental health resources.