CRETE, NE — After launching their Bachelor’s in Engineering Program six years ago, Doane University has earned accreditation for the program.

A southeast Nebraska doctor is in custody for alleged sexual assaults of his patients earlier this year.

Nebraska AG Doug Peterson has joined a bipartisan group of attorneys general from 10 states and the Federal Trade Commission in filing a lawsuit against pesticide makers Syngenta and Corteva, alleging anticompetitive practices that have harmed farmers. 

The two biggest U.S. railroad unions were working Wednesday ahead of key ratification votes to dispel rumors about the contract deals that averted a potentially devastating nationwide strike.

The ACLU of Nebraska evaluated the dress codes of Nebraska's largest school districts, issuing sharp criticism in most cases.

Nebraska is one of six states filing a challenge to President Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness program.

Major course correction an arguable flip-flop

Hurricane Ian left a path of destruction in southwest Florida, trapping people in flooded homes, cutting off the only bridge to a barrier island, damaging the roof of a hospital intensive care unit and knocking out power to 2.5 million people.

It’s a game that means more for Beatrice - the Orangemen welcome the rival Norris Titans to the House of Orange for a homecoming tilt, on Friday night.

Crete Assistant Fire Chief James Yost said the cause of the fire was possibly from a swather cutting hay.

CRETE, NE — A university in southeast Nebraska will soon have a new space for its leader to live. Wednesday, Doane broke ground on a new president's residence.

Husker basketball is looking to end a streak of losing seasons under Fred Hoiberg with another fairly new group this year.

Beatrice softball had no problems with the Trojans on Tuesday night. 

JEFFERSON COUNTY, NE — A county in southeast Nebraska has officially adopted its budget for the next fiscal year. The Jefferson County Commissioners put the final stamp on things Tuesday morning.

LINCOLN, Neb. — Students completing their associate’s degrees at Southeast Community College now have the option of making a cost-effective, seamless transition into a related bachelor’s degree through Doane University.

A 19-year-old California man was arrested for more than eight pounds of cocaine Monday, according to authorities. 

The Huskers are back to work, preparing for Saturday night’s homecoming tilt with Indiana.

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) released an update on their hiring progress over the last, nearly, year.

Several hundred case workers have been hired by the state, 49 openings remain.

A groundbreaking ceremony will be held this Friday for the new Beatrice elementary building.

JEFFERSON COUNTY, NE — As the 2022 election creeps closer, candidates for Jefferson County Commissioners are speaking to voters about the issues.

The Colorado based company of NioCorp and GX Acquisition Corp. announced the signing of a definitive business agreement for a proposed combination between the two companies. 

The fall rematch of this summer’s special election for Congress between U.S. Republican Rep. Mike Flood of Norfolk and State Sen. Patty Pansing Brooks of Lincoln, a Democrat, will heat up next week.

SIOUX CENTER, IA — Key plays late in the fourth quarter and overtime pushed the Doane Tigers to a win Saturday over the Dordt Defenders in Doane's first road game of 2022.

Gage County is getting a “gauge” on the deer population at Homestead National Historical Park.

Beatrice improved to 2-3 on Friday night. 

BRUNING, NE — It was a close one through most of the first half, but the BDS Eagles pulled away from the Falls City Sacred Heart Irish to win a highly-anticipated matchup Friday night.

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Nebraska volleyball coach John Cook got his 800th career coaching win, and he did it in style, with his Huskers sweeping Michigan State in front of a raucous Devaney Center crowd.

A crash in southeast Nebraska has temporarily closed a portion of a highway. 

One person was killed and another is battling life-threatening injuries after a crash in southeast Nebraska.

State Board of Education Commissioner Matthew Blomstedt announced his resignation on Friday, noting that he will stay in the position until early next year.

FAIRBURY, NE — School safety and keeping and attracting staff members are at the top of mind for several school board candidates in Fairbury.

Highway patrol investigators say southbound car ran a stop sign

Carnival games, free food and fun, also helps build database

Beatrice's seven game win streak came to an end Thursday night. 

The United States of America gained a new group of citizens on Thursday afternoon. 

Trail features and river launch, celebrated

Model comes from foundation established by a father who lost his daughter, in a Colorado school shooting

NCN has seen prices ranging from $3.17 to $3.60 a gallon.

A Nebraska agricultural representative now has a seat at the table in Washington.

Proposed regulations on residential and commercial solar projects goes before public hearing in early December

Multi-million dollar project will make use of American Rescue Plan Act funding

On Wednesday morning, NPPD held an active shooter drill at the Sheldon Power Station in southeast Nebraska.

As Nebraska gets ready for casino gaming, state officials are giving residents the ability to take themselves out of the game. 

Voting is scheduled to begin Thursday

The University of Nebraska-Kearney will be making a stop in southeast Nebraska. 

Site preparation continues at location of future school building

No injuries as the southbound train separates pickup from trailer

It may be a bye week for Nebraska, but there was no shortage of talking points at Mickey Joseph’s Tuesday press conference.

A live grenade was found on a riverbank and detonated in Seward.

Plenty of work stacked into the first two years of the plan

The leader of an initiative to allow Nebraskans to vote on whether to legalize medical marijuana is expressing her “absolute disgust” that state officials haven’t yet completed a final review of the petition signatures.

Free session is this Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Vargas and GOP Congressman Don Bacon are in a tight race this November

City to add some days to fireworks sales and use

Johnny Rodgers honored for 50 years after winning Heisman trophy

CRETE, NE — As it celebrates turning 150 in 2022, a new chapter in Doane’s history is getting underway. "My job as president is to make sure we set Doane up for the next 150 years," University President Dr. Roger Hughes said.

A 34-year-old man has died from injuries suffered in a skydiving accident last Thursday. 

Marlene Ricketts contributed at least $376,000 to a statewide petition drive.

A California woman was arrested after Nebraska State Patrol troopers found 20 lbs. of suspected cocaine in her vehicle.

Jamie Ulmer's work has helped transform the local theatre into a regional draw

A lot has changed in the world of college football since it was announced Oklahoma and Nebraska would play one another in back to back years five years ago.

Nebraska interim Head Coach Mickey Joseph has relieved defensive coordinator Erik Chinander of his duties.