A new cattle processing facility in North Platte is set to create a sustainable local supply chain that will bring in an estimated one billion dollars annually once it is fully-operational.  

Nebraska Game and Parks announced Monday that portions of Red Willow State Recreation Area are temporarily closed after a fire burned approximately 85 acres in the park on Saturday.

The city of Hastings is now better equipped to guide future developments, thanks to a brand-new comprehensive plan for the first time in 16 years.

An electrical arc is to blame for starting a wildfire that burned hundreds of acres and destroyed a home over the weekend.

A Holdrege man is behind bars after an overnight standoff.

The case against a Hastings woman accused of negligent child abuse at her unlicensed daycare is advancing to the next court level.

Firefighters battled a grass fire near Red Willow Lake Saturday after an unattended campfire spread across dry vegetation, burning 80 to 85 acres.

An abandoned manufacturing facility is burning in Beatrice overnight.

A scary situation during Wednesday's blizzard in Central Nebraska could've taken a turn for the worst, but the coordinated response from local emergency management played a big part in rescuing more than 100 stranded train passengers.

While sports fans from across the country enjoy the start of the NCAA College Basketball Tournament, Officials from across Hall County are channeling that March madness into a fire simulation meant to test their skills under pressure.  

Officials in Central Nebraska say a fire at a strip mall caused about $100,000 in damage.

What started as a simple misunderstanding has turned into an ongoing battle for a central Nebraskan homeowner.

Music fans can get ready for a diverse selection of concerts at the Nebraska State Fair this summer.

Another storm system is affecting millions of people in the middle of the U.S. Parts of the Midwest and Great Plains faced blizzard conditions Wednesday and a broad swath of neighboring states are at risk of high winds and wildfires.

Utility workers are continuing their efforts to restore power in Hastings and the surrounding areas.

Winter weather spread across the state Wednesday with snow and high winds making travel difficult for those braving the storms. Snow totals varied across Nebraska.

Eden Coppersmith, of Paxton High School, was selected by The National Federation of State High School Associations NFHS as the 2025 Heart of the Arts Award winner.

NORFOLK, Neb. -- Throughout Nebraska, multiple homes and businesses experienced massive power outages. The outages took place in Kearney, York, and Aurora. Nebraska Power District also reported outages in neighboring towns like Omaha, Ellis, Norris, and u

Classic rock legends The Marshall Tucker Band will take the stage at the 2025 Nebraska State Fair as part of the Nebraska Lottery Concert Series, bringing their signature Southern rock sound to Grand Island on Wednesday, August 27.

Tens of thousands of people are without power Wednesday morning as a blizzard sweeps through Central Nebraska.

Nebraskans in the central and eastern parts of the state should expect significant disruptions from a winter storm on Wednesday.

One person is dead following a two-vehicle crash in rural Merrick County.

The Sherman County Sheriff's Office has strong reason to believe wildfires are likely being set intentionally in his jurisdiction.

Fire and rescue teams responded to an accidental structure fire Monday around noon in South Hastings.

A powerful winter storm is set to hit Nebraska early Wednesday morning, bringing blizzard-like conditions including snow and high winds.

Hastings Police confirmed that a man has died following a house fire Sunday morning.

One person is in the hospital after a morning fire in Hastings.

Each year, thousands of visitors flock to Greater Nebraska to view the majestic return of the Sandhill Crane.

Archbishop Bergan completed a perfect run through the bracket by beating Cross County in the title game to become the first #8-seed to win a boys basketball state title since 2009.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested one person after a pursuit in Lincoln County.

Fire danger levels were critical on Thursday, leading to multiple fires in central Nebraska, but one stands out to the Sherman County Sheriff.

12 Nebraska economic organizations are recipients of a total of $12,540,000 in funds from the Nebraska Department of Economic Development.

The Nebraska State Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NSIAAA) has recognized Brian Haas with the Outstanding Service Award, honoring his dedication and contributions to high school athletics in Nebraska.

Voters in the Ravenna school district are overwhelmingly supporting the district’s efforts to make building improvements.

Residents of a Central Nebraska school district are giving approval to an eight-figure facility upgrade.

An Ogallala man will be sentenced in May for a Kearney sexual assault involving a 13-year-old victim.

More than 60 high school seniors will begin their studies at the University of Nebraska at Kearney this fall as members of a prestigious health science program.

The Iain Nicolson Audubon Center's Rowe Sanctuary is now better equipped than ever to handle the influx of visitors, thanks to a $12.5 million renovation and expansion.

Buffalo county commissioners were presented a report Tuesday outlining the findings of needs assessment that highlighted the need for expanded space for local law enforcement.  

A Hastings service organization is looking to raise six figures of donations to provide area skaters with an upgraded facility in the near future.

A former Nebraska high school football coach already accused of having a sexual relationship with a student is now facing new charges.

One of Nebraska’s most familiar faces is back on TV on a regular schedule.

Sam Schroeder will serve a second term as student body president at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, with Paige Oltmans joining the cabinet as vice president.

A 39-year-old Broken Bow man was sentenced to just over seven years for child pornography charges. 

The Hastings St. Cecilia High School Softball Head Coach position is open for the first time in the program's history. 

The University of Nebraska at Kearney has been classified as a Research College and University by the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation, placing it among an elite group of institutions recognized for significant research activity.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol responded to over 300 weather-related traffic incidents during Nebraska’s latest winter storm. Tragically, one crash near Grand Island involved multiple fatalities.

A Hastings non-profit is kicking off the final stage of a 10-year-long capital campaign with continued renovations to a century-old building. 

Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers is pleased to announce Breckstynn Callihan from Grand Island, Nebraska, as the winner of the annual Nebraska Missing Children’s Day Poster Contest.

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. - The Nebraska State Patrol is announcing that two Lexington residents were killed on I-80 after crossing the median and hitting a semi head-on. Around 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, a Chevrolet Trailblazer was traveling west on I-80 near mile mark

Interstate 80 was closed in both directions between Grand Island and Lincoln as blizzard conditions created treacherous travel across central Nebraska.

The program aims to guide the long-term development of the community over the next 25 years, and started with public input sessions happening Tuesday and Wednesday.

The Hastings City Council will begin meeting at a new time starting with its upcoming meeting on Monday. 

A central Nebraska village has been chosen to take part in a state-wide program that supports the development of young children. 

An Omaha man is facing multiple charges for assaulting his girlfriend in Hastings after a juvenile called 9-1-1 to report the incident.

A Hastings man is behind bars for allegedly assaulting a woman and a police officer at the victim's home.

A Grand Island teenager is facing several charges stemming from his 4th DUI charge in the past 15 months. 

Former superintendent Kent Edwards will take over as KPS associate superintendent following the departure of Chris Loofe.

A Kearney man accused of threatening a police lieutenant and stalking the city’s police chief will have to wait another couple of months before finding out his sentence.

Authorities in central Nebraska say the man arrested in connection to Friday, Feb. 21 Clay County homicide, has died. 

The legal saga involving the former Kearney High girls basketball coach is coming to a close after more than a year of efforts to move forward with a defamation lawsuit.

The Platte County Emergency Management reported Thursday that an ice jam on the Loup River had spread across the westbound lanes of Hwy 30, roughly one mile west of the Hwy 81 junction, south of Columbus. 

The Ravenna Public School District is asking residents to vote in March on a proposed bond aimed at improving the school’s facilities, with a focus on safety, inclusion and modernizing learning spaces.

The Hastings Public Library is in the process of creating an outdoor common space for its visitors, and is asking for the public's help to move forward.