Western Nebraska wildfires fully contained as command set to return to local departments

All major western Nebraska wildfires are now fully contained, with command shifting back to local departments Sunday. Fire danger remains high heading into the weekend.

April 3, 2026Updated: April 3, 2026
News Channel NebraskaBy News Channel Nebraska

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After recent fires, Cherry County debates burn ban

After recent fires, Cherry County debates burn ban

Sterling Police Department adds two more officers

Sterling Police Department adds two more officers

Six fires burn an estimated 10,000 acres in Cherry County

Six fires burn an estimated 10,000 acres in Cherry County

Temporary bridge closures scheduled in Cherry County

Temporary bridge closures scheduled in Cherry County

Colorado woman sentenced for Child Abuse 

Colorado woman sentenced for Child Abuse 

Free tire recycling event this week in Springview

Free tire recycling event this week in Springview