Tornadoes, hail, flooding and overturned semi reported across Sandhills, Central Nebraska

Authorities across the Sandhills and Central Nebraska are assessing damage after a powerful storm system swept through the region Wednesday night.

May 15, 2025Updated: May 15, 2025
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Logan County, Colorado

The National Weather Service in Denver has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Central Logan County in northeastern Colorado until 815 p.m.

High winds push Log Road Fire near Crawford beyond containment lines

The Log Road Fire burning northwest of Crawford has grown to an estimated 1,200 acres after strong winds pushed flames beyond containment lines on the north side of the fire.

Gov. Pillen declares emergency for Sioux County as Log Road Fire burns more than 1,000 acres

Gov. Pillen declares emergency for Sioux County as Log Road Fire burns more than 1,000 acres

Hay Springs rescinds fireworks ban

The Hay Springs City Council voted this week to rescind its earlier resolution banning fireworks. The ban had been put in place due to dry conditions, high fire danger and several large fires burning in the region.

Cherry County zoning administrator resigns

Cherry County is once again searching for a zoning administrator.

Health insurance costs creating tough decisions for local leaders

Raise taxes, cut services or make employees pay more for their health insurance? That’s the question several governing bodies in Cherry County are facing.