Fox Theatre owner John Phillips addressed the city council Tuesday seeking a change in the ordinance on food vendors. He said the ordinance on food trucks and trailers does not apply to his concession trailer.

Trend for Nemaha Natural Resources District leans toward habitat plantings

A top executive at Flood Communications is receiving a major local award.

For the second straight year, the team at Ol' Red raised more than $110,000 in donations for St. Jude. The popular station has now raised almost exactly $750,000 over the course of their ten-year partnership with the famous hospital.

The Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement (NHAA) recognized two outstanding agricultural leaders and inducted nine new members during its annual banquet

Nearly $100 million in funding already disbursed to Nebraska is being clawed back, according to a list of canceled grants published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

The City of Sidney Parks Department will be holding its Arbor Day celebration Saturday at the Shelter House in Legion Park.

The city of Fairbury celebrated Arbor Day 2025 with a short ceremony, preparing to plant two trees in the city's downtown. That's part of a wider plan to plant dozens of trees throughout the city limits.

Fire officials estimated they had the wildfire at about 70% containment

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol arrested one person following a brief pursuit in Omaha late Wednesday evening.

U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith is the latest member of Nebraska’s congressional delegation to face a cantankerous crowd in his home state.

An 18-year-old from Gordon has been sentenced to decades in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder in the death of her newborn son.

Kimball fourth graders gathered with city workers at Gotte Park Thursday afternoon to assist in planting trees in celebration of the 153rd Arbor Day.

Senator Pete Ricketts has completed his first in a series of public town hall meetings, with the first one taking place in Kearney.

Roosevelt Elementary in Scottsbluff welcomed Audra Brown, 4-H Extension Assistant, on April 15 for an update on the growing embryos in each classroom’s incubators. 

A hospital that's a key part of a major statewide health system has its new leader: Crete Area Medical Center has named Julie Lacy its new CEO.

The Sidney City Council backed changing public park hours to dawn to dusk. The changes to the ordinances need three readings for approval, unless council chooses to do away with the required readings.

A flight equipped with digital mapping technology has provided a more accurate estimate of the wildfire burning near Johnstown, according to Erv Portis with the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency.

The Nebraska Game and Parks says it wasn’t the sole agency involved in a prescribed burn near Johnstown that broke containment on Monday.

The priority candidate to be the next chancellor at UNK made his first public appearance in Nebraska on Wednesday.

News Channel Nebraska will broadcast the town hall event hosted by Sen. Pete Ricketts on Thursday in Kearney.

Richardson County makes 'a building of the people'

With an unprecedented drought compared to recent years, the Governor felt it was necessary to enforce a statewide initiative. burn ban.

State and federal crews have joined local responders in battling a fast-moving wildfire that has scorched more than 24,000 acres in north-central Nebraska near the small village of Johnstown.

The Judicial Nominating Commission has provided both Judge Michael Long and attorney Ryan Stover from Norfolk, and has been sent to Governor Jim Pillen for consideration. 

State legislators are considering two proposals to either reduce the inheritance tax or eliminate it outright - and now, both of those plans have advanced to the next stage of the legislative process.

The Sidney City Council backed purchasing a new public transportation bus instead of repairing a 2021 buss nearing 100,000 miles.

A Bridgeport man died in a three-vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon west of Bridgeport.

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week's University Minute, University of Nebraska System President, Dr. Jeff Gold highlights how NU's nearly $700 million in annual research benefits Nebraskans.

Western Nebraska Community College will celebrate the 93rd Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 10.

The massive carbon capture pipeline in the Midwest was thrown into uncertainty Tuesday after South Dakota’s Public Utility Commission denied its route permit application.

A Nebraska bill that would bar transgender students from bathrooms, locker rooms and sports teams that correspond with their gender identity has advanced from the first of three rounds of debate — but with a caveat.

The new system is designed enhance permit application inspections, and help review the process for contractors and residents online.

Firefighters continue to battle a canyon fire northwest of Johnstown that began as a prescribed burn.

SIDNEY -- Cheyenne County Community Center is hosting a public meeting inviting the public to discuss Stage 3 of the Community Center Development. The meeting will be held 5:30 p.m. April 28 at Boss City Brewing.

After a stolen trophy, rhymed threats and one scorched ransom note, Hunter has accepted Sarah’s Big Wheel Race challenge.

SIDNEY -- The Cheyenne County commissioners approved changes to the county tourism promotion. Changes include board member requirements and the committee member job description.

Susan Littlefield, one of the most experienced agricultural broadcasters in America, will be partnering with NCN to provide daily agricultural news reports and market updates.

Newest county commissioner says it's time to resolve labor issues

An experienced administrator with ties to Nebraska and Kearney is poised to become the next chancellor of the University of Nebraska at Kearney.

Officials have released new information about a small plane crash south of Fremont that killed all three people on board.

Earth Day and Arbor Day event is a daylong experience planting trees

The funeral service for Jim Lambley, 74, of Gordon will be held Wednesday, April 23 at 10:00 a.m. at the Gordon City Auditorium.

Firefighters continue to battle a wildfire northwest of Johnstown that began as a prescribed burn on private land carried out with help from several agencies, including Nebraska Game and Parks Commission staff, volunteer fire departments, and others.

Pope Francis will be laid to rest Saturday after lying in state for three days in St. Peter’s Basilica, where the faithful are expected to flock to pay their respects to history's first Latin American pontiff.

An ambulance was called for an assault Monday night in Valentine, according to Valentine Police Chief Jamon Slama.

A lightning strike sparked a grass fire Monday afternoon northwest of Norden, burning an estimated 110 acres, according to Springview Fire Chief Scott Hallock.

Suspect arrested after police stopped a van with a malfunctioning signal

Grant funds helping to finance recreational and property improvements

Jay Murphy appointed to head the southeast Nebraska city's police force

A semi hauling cattle crashed late Monday on I-80 near Chappell. No word yet on injuries.

Norfolk, Neb. -- A project designed to house 500 units in Norfolk has garnered widespread community support. The City Council held a public hearing to consider a declaration of blight and substandard conditions for the redevelopment area north of State Hi

A jury has found that the Nebraska Republican Party defamed one of its own candidates during an ugly legislative race five years ago and ordered it to pay her $500,000.

The Niobrara National Scenic River is once again making waves—this time for its rare and peaceful distinction.

The City of Sidney has named Josh Hanson as its new assistant city manager. Officials say his public and private sector experience will bring a fresh perspective to city operations.

Hastings is this year’s Nebraska Showcase Community for the second time since 2017, since this annual award was created in the year 2000.

LINCOLN, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska is televising a Husker women’s soccer match this weekend as part of the Husker Games spring festivities.

Nebraska is hosting an exhibition match against Wyoming on Saturday, with NCN’s live coverage starting at

U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) is hosting three public town hall meetings this week, including a stop in Valentine.

LB632, a bill requiring the burial or cremation of remains from elective abortions, was advanced after two days of debate.

Between 2015 and 2020, Patricia Rae Pacheco—also known as Patty Pacheco—worked with several others to traffic meth from Colorado to South Dakota.

The Kimball Police Department hosted a PepperBall Instructor/Armorer Course April 15-16, which attracted agencies across Nebraska, Colorado and Wyoming.

Beatrice High School graduates have distinguished themselves in sports, wildlife, finance and the arts

A Kimball woman was arrested following a traffic stop on April 20. Deputies say meth was found in the vehicle.

The Kimball Police Department welcomed their newest officer, Sergio Tarango.