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

Cause of fire remains under investigation

With little precipitation expected along with extreme temperatures forecast across the region this weekend, Fairbury residents are being urged to conserve water.

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

A Southeast Nebraska fire department is practicing life-saving efforts, as water activities ramp up in the summer months. 

Russ Hicks served at several districts in Nebraska and was a key participant in the success of the MUDECAS tournament

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.

As they try to develop different ways to keep their doors open and services running, many social organizations like Hope Crisis Center and BVCA will continue to count on cooperation with county governments.

The history of Southeast Nebraska is being displayed through photography.

A new candidate has thrown her hat into the ring for the District 30 seat in the Nebraska Legislature. 

Bond reviews held for defendant, Austin Meyn, in Gage County District Court

SCC expansion plans continuing with Construction Technology and Science proposals

Dr. Paul Illich recognized with new five-year agreement

Federal officials announced criminal charges this week against five people for encounters with immigration agents during the raid at Glenn Valley Foods.

Beatrice Fire and Rescue is set to receive new hoses, but fire chief Brian Drake says they cost a pretty pennY

The Greater Omaha Chamber has recognized Flood Communications as its 2025 Business of the Year.

Old surface removed between 25th and 27th on Lincoln Street

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

Farmers and landowners from rural Southeast Nebraska gathered Friday to voice growing concerns over sharp increases in property valuations.

Shayla Rautenberg, rising sophomore at Milford, will represent USA Volleyball at the NORCECA Pan American Cup in Canada later this month.

With one doctor dealing with a serious medical diagnosis and another planning to move to a practice closer to home, Fairbury's local hospital is taking steps to continue caring for its patients without the services of two primary providers. 

Capital project requests have been submitted to administration and finance

The Trump administration directed immigration officers to pause arrests at farms, restaurants and hotels, an official said Saturday.

When Koltdyn Heath climbs into the chute, he knows one thing for sure—there’s no room for fear.

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.

The City of Fairbury celebrated Flag Day with a ceremony honoring the decorated history of the flag itself along with a celebration recognizing the efforts of the city's first responders.

At least 12 communities in Nebraska witnessed No Kings protests on Saturday.

This Saturday, the Philadelphia Eagles starting center enter returned to his hometown for the annual Pickrell Picnic.

Less than two weeks after a century-old building in Fairbury first began to collapse, the site of the defunct former car dealership has almost been completely cleared out.

Ceremony held outside the Education Center of the Homestead National Historical Park

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.

Lorey Watson sentenced to concurrent terms on three counts

Jefferson County Commissioner Mark Schoenrock formally announced his candidacy for term-limited Senator Tom Brandt's District 32 seat in the Nebraska Legislature.

A former U.S. Border Patrol agent has decided to run for Congress in Nebraska’s largely rural, sprawling 3rd Congressional District.

Starting last Saturday near the Colorado border, and ending this Saturday on the Missouri state line, a group of more than 500 cyclists will have traveled more than 500 miles together in the 2025 installment of Biking Across Kansas.

The U.S. District Attorney for Nebraska is providing more insight into the origin of Tuesday’s immigration raid in Omaha.

Small grants help enhance patient care and efficiency of operations

Sentencing hearings held in Gage County District Court, Wednesday

The owner of an Omaha food packaging company says his business has been unfairly hamstrung by Tuesday's raid carried out by federal immigration officials.

Immigrations and Customs Enforcement is sharing more about Tuesday’s raid of an Omaha meat packing company that led to dozens of detainments and a major protest in the city.

Omaha’s mayor is voicing his disapproval of Tuesday’s immigration raid that led to dozens of people being detained.

Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Champion and Pro Bowl center Cam Jurgens is getting a special honor from his alma mater. 

FAIRBURY, Neb — The Fairbury Cemetery will soon see a major boost to its tree canopy, thanks to a grant from the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum. The city was selected as one of 13 communities moving forward with new tree-planting projects in the secon

Five year dispatch services agreement approved

An anti-abortion group is pushing with a new ballot initiative for 2026 seeking to ban abortion outright with no exceptions.

Music and dance of various cultures, to be highlighted

How do counties keep citizens satisfied and local services intact even in the face of consistently rising costs? That's the question Jefferson County will try to answer as it begins its annual budget review process.

Officials from Region V Systems and APACE stopped in to Jefferson County to showcase how their regional orgs provide local services to people working through mental health concerns or developmental disabilities.

Many in Omaha are in shock on Tuesday after Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents raided multiple businesses.

Omaha Police have confirmed there are active ICE raids happening Tuesday.

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.

Dedication of top paras and substitutes, offers reward with stipend

Ten-cent across the board increase approved by District 15 School Board

A hospital in Northern Kansas will be bringing in a new doctor this summer: Kimberly Euler Deters, who has ties to the states both immediately south and immediately north of Kansas.

Thanks to some fast footwork by organizers after an early morning downpour, volunteers quickly covered muddy paths and gathering areas with wood chips, allowing most festivities to go on as planned.

Highlighted by a long-running car show and a barbecue contest that attracts contestants from across the country, Big Blue River Days brings thousands of people to "see the beauty of Marysville" every year.

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 man with a makeshift flamethrower yelled “Free Palestine” and threw an incendiary device into a group that had assembled to raise attention for Israeli hostages in Gaza, law enforcement officials said Sunday.

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.