Senate Republicans hauled President Donald Trump’s big tax breaks and spending cuts bill to passage Tuesday on the narrowest of margins.

The Cherry County zoning administrator has completed her investigation into a long-debated wind energy project planned for the Sandhills near Kilgore—and has concluded that the project's permit has expired and key requirements were not met.

The eight programs under the TRIO umbrella were created under the Higher Education Act of 1965 to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.

After more than 60 years in the trucking business, Sidney-based Adams Industries is exiting the sector. The company says it’s shifting focus to logistics, warehousing and equipment sales.

Two men are facing charges after police say they caused damage to a Valentine bar and a nearby vehicle earlier this month.

State officials say thousands of dollars in paychecks were sent to dead Nebraskans last year.

A 35-year-old South Dakota man is facing charges after a stolen road grader was found in Valentine last week.

According to court documents, Poor Bear, the victim, and two other juveniles had been consuming alcohol and THC edibles, as well as smoking THC wax, on the night of the shooting.

Chadron State College student Mekenna Fisher of Hershey, Nebraska, placed in the top 10 in two categories at the national Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) conference May 31-June 2 in Dallas.

U.S. Rep. Don Bacon who represents Nebraska's second district will not seek reelection.

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.

A 27-year-old woman suffered serious injuries after crashing into a tree late Wednesday night in Valentine.

Chadron State College hosted 22 high school students from across Nebraska at the 61st Annual Nebraska Youth Range Camp June 9-12.

The spotlight is shining bright on some young stars in Valentine this week. In many small towns, theater opportunities—especially for kids—are limited. But one traveling production is helping students take center stage and learn life skills along the way.

Country music superstar Luke Bryan has canceled his performance at NEBRASKAland Days this Friday due to illness, but a start-studded friend is stepping up to take his place.

A 29-year-old Chadron rancher is facing 57 felony charges after authorities discovered dozens of dead cattle and a dead puppy on his property.

Nebraska's auditor says state employees are still widely misusing State-owned vehicles for personal use.

Nebraska Game and Parks is looking to add excitement to fishing community ponds.

Chadron State College and athletic director Mannie Reinsch have announced the hiring of Jalen Little to lead the CSC women's basketball program as head coach.

K.C. Belitz, Nebraska's Economic Development Director, resigned after a year in the role, right after starting a workforce development tour.

For years, a proposed wind farm near the small town of Kilgore, Nebraska has sparked big debate.

A State Trooper is in the hospital Tuesday after the most serious in a string of crashes.

A dusty building at the Sheridan County Fairgrounds in Gordon may soon become the center of celebration and economic growth in the area.

President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Iran had agreed to a “complete and total ceasefire" soon after Iran launched a limited missile attack Monday on a U.S. military base.

Chadron State College senior Brooke McCully of Mullen placed third in the final go-round of breakaway roping at the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper on Saturday night and finished eighth in the final standings.

Playfly Sports and Nebraska Athletics announced Monday the hiring of Kyle Crooks as the new play-by-play voice of Nebraska Football.

A key update in the investigation of a controversial proposed wind farm near Kilgore is expected Tuesday during the Cherry County Board of Commissioners meeting.

The Tigers won their second national championship in three years Sunday with a 5-3 victory in the College World Series finals.

Photos and video from the first Downtown Sounds of the summer.

The five members of Nebraska's congressional delegation have issued statements after the United States launched airstrikes in an attempt to eradicate Iran's nuclear program.

President Donald Trump says Iran’s key nuclear sites were “completely and fully obliterated” by U.S. strikes.

According to federal prosecutors, Raymond Eagle Hawk Jr. was intoxicated and panhandling in the cemetery parking lot on June 12 when he approached a 71-year-old Texas man and his wife, who had traveled to South Dakota to visit the historic site.

One man is dead today due to a possible hit and run early Thursday morning, authorities say.

An Alamogordo, New Mexico man has been sentenced to 14 to 24 years in the Nebraska State Penitentiary after authorities found six pounds, or three kilograms, of methamphetamine inside his vehicle along Highway 20 in Cherry County.

In the sparsely populated Nebraska Panhandle, the City of Kimball is trying to grow. And thanks to investments from major local employers and the planned Air Force upgrade of missiles in nearby nuclear missile silos, the area soon could double in size. 

For the second year in a row, an effort for the state to pick up funding of public schools in Nebraska failed

Sidney's free summer concert series returns to Hickory Street Square with an expanded schedule on June 20, July 18 and Aug. 15. 

University of Nebraska students will be paying more for their education in the coming year.

Music has always been more than notes on a page to Olivia Valadez. Music has been a lifelong connection to family, a source of personal strength, and now, a path to a career for Valadez who is helping others find their own voice.

Summer will make a dramatic entrance in the U.S. this week with a heat dome that will bring stifling temperatures and uncomfortable humidity to millions.

A Georgia man accused of leaving threatening voicemails for two Republican U.S. senators appeared in federal court to face charges Monday.

VALENTINE, Neb. — Dozens of Nebraska cowboys and cowgirls are heading to the National High School Rodeo Finals next month.

The man suspected of killing a Minnesota lawmaker and wounding another has been taken into custody, two law enforcement officials said, bringing an end to a nearly two-day search that put the state on edge.

An Iranian news outlet close to the government reported Friday that two explosions were heard near the Fordo nuclear enrichment site, which is buried deep underground.

Saturday is an event filled day for the United States with protests, birthdays, anniversaries, and more.

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.

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

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

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

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.