A valid ID is required to vote in Tuesday's election. If you forget yours, you can still vote, but election officials warn it could delay official results. 

A museum in Grand Island will offer free admission to currently serving U.S. military personnel and their families this summer.

A building in downtown Norfolk has collapsed. This happened around 1:00 p.m. near 7th Street and Norfolk Avenue. 

Plenty of movies use fake money, made to look real. But what happens when fake money is used—not in Hollywood—but in real businesses?

It's been a wet spring, but what does it mean for fishing?

Investigator says inmate asked TSCI employee to bring in items

Former Nebraska Congressman Jeff Fortenberry’s spokesperson said they’re anticipating a new indictment on the same charges of making false statements to the FBI to drop Thursday.

Viewed by many as a longshot, Osborn says he’s got numbers to prove he isn’t.

Project announced at Wednesday observance of Victory Day

Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO has submitted her resignation effective May 17.

A gun, shooting supplies, and sporting good store in Valentine has changed ownership.

Our fifth and final Hastings Mayoral Candidate Profile features Jay Beckby, a local business owner who owns several businesses in the Hastings and surrounding areas. 

Photos and video matched the path of the storm, which did damage to a state highway yard

The United States Postal Service has decided it will transfer operations of the North Platte Mail Processing and Distribution Center to Denver, and convert the North Platte facility to a Local Processing Center.

Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a Kimball man following an investigation into a reported sexual assault of a child.

Dr. Kimberly Paddock-O’Reilly has been named Chadron State College’s next Vice President for Academic Affairs, President Ron K. Patterson announced Wednesday.

We all remember a teacher that saw something that others didn’t, that motivated us to do better, that taught us something. 

An area in north-central Nebraska is touting a first-in-the-nation designation. The Niobrara National Scenic River has been awarded the title of a "Quiet Trail."

The Nebraska Library Commission has unveiled the recipients of the Youth Grants for Excellence, awarded to libraries throughout Nebraska.

County governments are taking more control over the implementation of high speed internet in rural Nebraska.

Nebraska Association of County Officials Executive Director Jon Cannon met with the Cheyenne County Commissioners recently.

Wheat Belt Public Power District is starting power pole cleanup operations in the aftermath of the April 6 storm. The storm storm left a trail of damage, including more than 1,100 power poles across the Wheat Belt service area.

It was just a year ago when the voter ID debate was in full swing that State Sen. Julie Slama—all for Voter ID--wanted an even tougher law.

Amount of material hauled is lower, compared with past year

Three runoffs for the Gage County Board are part of next Tuesday's Primary

One person is dead after a northeast Nebraska apartment had to be evacuated for carbon monoxide.

The University of Nebraska Foundation is planning to sell the UNK Alumni House as part of its transition to using space at the new Regional Engagement Center.

American Legion Post No. 17 of Sidney has selected David E. Brauer to attend Cornhusker Boys' State in June.

A Scottsbluff man is facing charges after the vehicle he was driving collided with a home May 4. No serious injuries were reported.

No one wants to pay high taxes, but how does a state maintain services without adequate tax revenue?

Discussions continue at the Board of Commissioners in Hall County concerning the future of the courthouse. 

Rob Eirich, Extension Educator and Engagement Zone Coordinator and Extension Educator Karen DeBoer met with the Cheyenne County Commissioners May 6.

A central Nebraska official is being honored locally for receiving a statewide award.

The Norfolk Community Development Agency held a rather large, but brief, discussion in regards to a tax increment funding project on Monday night. 

A traditional sign of summer in Hastings is set to be ignited again this weekend.

Jefferson County is looking for additional funding to complete to PWF road project.

Richardson County sheriff says dealers shy about bringing quantities into the extreme corner of southeast Nebraska

One of the most popular tourist attractions in north-central Nebraska is planning an expansion.

ALLIANCE -- The Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance (NVCA) will be hosting its annual Memorial Day program at 1 p.m. Monday, May 27.

Jefferson County honored its May Veteran of the Month Tuesday; David Lottman.

The Cheyenne County Commissioners May 6 reviewed two recent decisions on county burial assistance.

Strong thunderstorms brought severe weather warnings to SE Nebraska, Monday night

Elected officials also take action on upcoming events

Bid of Lincoln company selected for Lincoln Street and intersection project

Worst of the severe weather located in the southern plains

The distance between dream and storefront is seldom quick, or easy. Brenda and Jeff Parsons recently opened Boondock Designs in Chappell. Their story is an encouragement in networking and seeking resources.

Two semi-tractor-trailers collided near mile-marker 72 on Interstate 80, resulting in a fatality, Saturday morning.

In late April, Chadron State College students in Printmaking I (ART 225) led a two-day activity with 17 seventh graders in CSC alumna Whitney Tewahade's art class at the Chadron Middle School.

Chadron State College recognized 354 candidates for graduation at the Spring Commencement Ceremony Saturday in the Chicoine Center.

A 29-year-old Scottsbluff man died when the car he was driving went out of control near the Wyoming state line May 3.

Nebraska’s First Lady is continuing to promote agriculture with school visits.

Kearney Public Schools will be working on more than $14 million of improvements to its facilities this summer.

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A new Nebraska Supreme Court decision added fuel to some lawmakers’ desire to try again, as early as this year, to increase accountability for child sexual assault and abuse.

It’s one of the world’s most rural bike share stations. People in Valentine can now rent bikes to ride throughout the area.

Three day curbside collection is for residential properties that registered by Friday

The Fairbury Adventure Race is returning to the JCH&L Burkley Fitness Center in 2024.

Victim of an attack underwent reconstructive surgery

Summer vacation begins in the southern Nebraska panhandle with the annual cruise down Illinois Street in Sidney later this month. 

SIDNEY -- Best Plumbing and Heating donated a hot dog cooker to the concession stand at Legion Field Friday, May 3.

In less than a year, Cody Ross and Cody Pringle revitalized their music careers, hit the music stage and now signed their first record label deal.

The Nebraska Supreme Court heard two oral arguments before Sidney High School students Friday, May 3. The exercise was part of the Law Day recognition.

Throughout Stroke Awareness Month in May, Regional West encourages people to learn the signs, symptoms, and risk factors of stroke.

Graduating Chadron State College seniors were honored Friday during Ivy Day, a traditional event since 1920, sponsored by the Blue Key and Cardinal Key national honor societies.