Cowboy hats, Cinch jeans and confidence took center stage Wednesday as the Nebraska High School Rodeo Finals kicked off with a different kind of competition—one that crowns rodeo royalty.

Immigrations and Customs Enforcement is sharing more about Tuesday’s raid of an Omaha meat packing company that led to dozens of detainments and a major protest in the city.

Omaha’s mayor is voicing his disapproval of Tuesday’s immigration raid that led to dozens of people being detained.

An anti-abortion group is pushing with a new ballot initiative for 2026 seeking to ban abortion outright with no exceptions.

A simple act of generosity at the checkout line is making a big difference for students in Cherry County.

Many in Omaha are in shock on Tuesday after Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents raided multiple businesses.

A 32-year-old Rapid City man has been sentenced to just over ten years in federal prison after killing a man on the Pine Ridge Reservation.

Omaha Police have confirmed there are active ICE raids happening Tuesday.

You’ll soon be able to watch Cherry County Board of Commissioners meetings from the comfort of your home.

A Rapid City man was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for leading a large-scale methamphetamine trafficking operation connected to a Mexican drug cartel

VALENTINE, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska will showcase the state's top cowboys and cowgirls on the biggest stage.

NCN is televising the Nebraska High School Rodeo Association (NeHSRA) state finals live from Valentine on Saturday, June 14.

Authorities in Valentine are asking for the public’s help in solving a recent burglary that involved stolen firearms.

Vehicle enthusiasts are invited to register now for the 2025 Potter Carbowl, a two-day summer event set for June 27–28 in Potter, Nebraska.

The winners of the 2025 Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska Teen have been announced.

With the 2024 season in the rearview mirror and the 2025 schedule officially finalized, the Chadron State volleyball program utilized their spring practice season to lay the foundation for the upcoming fall.

The North team won the 67th annual Nebraska Shrine Bowl thanks to tough defense and balanced offense.

In this year's 67th Nebraska Shrine Bowl, there's more than just talent on the field. There's family.

Across Nebraska, students with individualized education programs made up 38% of the option enrollment rejections despite accounting for 17% of school kids.

Annual Cruisin’ Night hits downtown Sidney Friday, June 6 from 6 to 9 p.m. with hot rides, oldies and giveaways.

Whether it's from the Panhandle, the Northwest, or the Plains, or even an 8-man program, the players on the North team are making the most of their chance to shine in one of the state's biggest football stages.

A real-life stuntman returned to his roots at the Gordon Theater for a special screening of the film he helped bring to life.

Staff will recommend a mountain lion season in the Pine Ridge, Niobrara and Wildcat Hills units, with adjusted harvest limits compared to the 2025 season.

Five distinguished student-athletes make up the 2025 University of Nebraska Athletics Hall of Fame class.

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signed into law Wednesday a measure banning transgender students from girls' sports, making the state the latest to keep transgender athletes from competing on women's and girls' teams.

The rosters for the 48th annual Sertoma 8-man football All-Star Classic have been revealed. 

Many auctions in the Valentine area will soon be held at different locations. Connot Brothers Auction is selling its building at 329 E 1st St to a growing construction business in Valentine.

In the last three days, there have been two overdose cases in the area.

Today marks the 45th Anniversary of the June 3, 1980 Grand Island tornadoes when seven twisters dropped from one of the largest supercell thunderstorms in our nation's history.

Located right in the middle of town, the splash pad is more than just a way to cool off. It’s a symbol of what a determined small town can achieve when it pulls together.

Keisei Tominaga's basketball career will continue in his home country. 

Heisman Trophy winners Mark Ingram, Cam Newton and Robert Griffin III and former AP National Player of the Year Ndamukong Suh are on the ballot for the 2026 College Football Hall of Fame class.

The best high school football players in the state are in Kearney this week, preparing for the 67th annual Shrine Bowl this Saturday.

Senator John Arch says uncertainty at the federal level could present further budget challenges

The Nebraska State Patrol officially has their nineteenth Superintendent.

A bone found at a Sidney construction site this week has been confirmed not human, likely from a pig.

PETA’s “Hell on Wheels” truck is making its way through Nebraska this week, aiming to get people to reconsider what’s on their plate—especially when it comes to pork.

On May 27, Nebraska confirmed its first measles case since 2017.

The FBI says the suspect in an attack in Boulder, Colorado that injured six yelled “Free Palestine” and used a makeshift flamethrower.

Easton Carmichael homered twice and drove in four runs, Oklahoma matched its season high with 18 hits and Cade Crossland scattered five hits over seven innings as the Sooners advanced to the Chapel Hill Regional final with a 17-1 rout of Nebraska.

Nebraska Game and Parks will take additional measures this summer to limit the number of alcohol related accidents within parks and Wildlife Management Areas. 

Six Nebraska counties in the Sandhills are standing up for their people as they are accused of being non-compliant.

A man is staying on death row for the murder of a northeast Nebraska woman.

By a nearly 3-to-1 margin, Nebraska voters in November approved a ballot measure that requires all Nebraska employers to provide at least some paid sick leave to their employees.

Governor Jim Pillen has officially launched his re-election campaign for Nebraska.

All Nebraska student-athletes will soon be legally required to play on interscholastic sports teams based on the student’s sex at birth under a legislative bill passed Wednesday.

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week’s University Minute, University of Nebraska System President Dr. Jeff Gold highlights how the University of Nebraska trains and retains graduates to make the state's workforce stronger.

Legislative, executive branch agreement renders ‘the underlying constitutional dispute moot’ and brings matter ‘to a close’

Some races came down to a fraction of a second and some familiar names turned in some dominant performances on the final day of the 2025 state track and field meet.

Athletes from Classes A and B thrilled thousands at Omaha Burke at the state track and field meet Wednesday and Thursday.

There's a lot to be happy about for Bahl and the Cornhuskers, who open a best-of-three super regional at No. 7 seed Tennessee on Friday.

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week’s University Minute, University of Nebraska System President Dr. Jeff Gold discusses how the University of Nebraska is serving as a leader in digital and precision agriculture.

Watch more in the video above.

Nebraska residents are gaining more internet options in the coming years.

A legislative proposal seeking to help implement Nebraska’s voter-approved medical cannabis laws failed Tuesday, facing a tougher floor fight than four years ago despite widespread support in November.

LINCOLN, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska is televising the championship days of the Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) State Track Meet.

Nebraska is the first state to receive a federal waiver to ban the purchase of soda and energy drinks under SNAP.

With international trade missions looming in the fall, Nebraska’s Secretary of State is sharing his thoughts on the impact of possible tariffs.

Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, his office said Sunday.

The 88th Annual Nebraska Fire School is currently taking place in Grand Island, offering 33 classes covering various aspects of firefighting and emergency services.

The Supreme Court has heard its first set of Trump-related arguments in the second Trump presidency.

A Northeast Nebraska teacher is accused of having sexual relations with a student. 

A new “One Big Beautiful Bill” unveiled Wednesday will be the last train out of Nebraska’s 2025 legislative session for additional property tax relief this year.

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week’s University Minute, University of Nebraska System President Dr. Jeff Gold explains why Dr. Neal Schnoor was selected as the priority candidate for chancellor at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.

GOTHENBURG, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska will be showcasing the state's most talented up and coming track stars on live TV.

NCN is televising the Nebraska Championship Meet live from Gothenburg on Saturday, May 17.

The Platte Institute estimates the move would save the state $162 million