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Girls Basketball Showcase 2026 games now on YouTube
Girls Basketball Showcase 2026 games now on YouTube

The 2026 Nebraska Girls Basketball Showcase is now available to watch on YouTube.

Nebraska climbs higher in AP Top 25, ties highest ranking in program history

Nebraska climbs higher in AP Top 25, ties highest ranking in program history

A historic season continues for Nebraska Men's Basketball.

Demonstrators keep up the fight against ICE tactics

Demonstrators keep up the fight against ICE tactics

Demonstrators have lined Sixth Street in the past several weeks

Fairbury seeking to convert contaminated former metalwork site into public park property

Fairbury seeking to convert contaminated former metalwork site into public park property

Fairbury is seeking to convert the former Iron and Metal Works site into public park property.
There will be a public forum outlining the plans on Monday evening.

Candidates for District 32 Senate seat begin to crystallize as Jefferson County commissioner Mark Schoenrock formally files

Candidates for District 32 Senate seat begin to crystallize as Jefferson County commissioner Mark Schoenrock formally files

Jefferson County commissioner Mark Schoenrock formally filed to run for the District 32 seat in the Nebraska Senate that will be coming open after this year's session.

City of Fairbury to launch official Facebook page, close to debuting new city headquarters

City of Fairbury to launch official Facebook page, close to debuting new city headquarters

The city of Fairbury is set to establish an official public Facebook page that seeks to serve as a "positive, informational tool for community outreach." 

Nebraska great, volleyball legend Jordan Larson announces plans for retirement

Nebraska great, volleyball legend Jordan Larson announces plans for retirement

A native Nebraskan and one of the greatest volleyball players of all time is preparing to step away from the court.

97th edition of MUDECAS Basketball Tournament begins next week

97th edition of MUDECAS Basketball Tournament begins next week

A Southeast Nebraksa tradition, almost a century strong, is set to continue next week.

Gage County Board reelects Chair and Vice Chair for 2026

Gage County Board reelects Chair and Vice Chair for 2026

Chief Deputy elevated to post of Gage County Attorney

Amended criminal filing in the case against Timothy Erks, of Liberty

Amended criminal filing in the case against Timothy Erks, of Liberty

Prosecution filing upgrades one of the felony charges in the case of alleged child abuse

Beatrice man arrested on multiple charges, after domestic violence investigation

Beatrice man arrested on multiple charges, after domestic violence investigation

A Beatrice man was arrested Monday morning following a domestic violence call.

Progress being made at Dempster site as city seeks federal help

Progress being made at Dempster site as city seeks federal help

Much of the cleanup so far has been in areas not readily visible to the public

GoFundMe set up for Black Crow restaurant, after large weekend fire

GoFundMe set up for Black Crow restaurant, after large weekend fire

After a large fire damaged a Beatrice staple, a way to help has been set up.

Gage County supervisor Emily Haxby elected future president of NACO

Gage County supervisor Emily Haxby elected future president of NACO

Gage County supervisor Emily Haxby was elected Secretary-Treasurer of NACO in December. She will assume the role of the body's president in 2029.

‘It’s deflating’: Hope Crisis Center braces for significant loss of funds

‘It’s deflating’: Hope Crisis Center braces for significant loss of funds

For over 30 years, the Hope Crisis Center has been there for those in abusive relationships, but now, the Southeast Nebraska nonprofit is navigating rough waters.

Construction on PWF Road bridge near Jefferson and Gage County lines officially underway

Construction on PWF Road bridge near Jefferson and Gage County lines officially underway

Construction on a bridge on the PWF Road that connects Fairbury to Pawnee and Wymore began at the start of last month.

UNL Chancellor Rodney Bennett to resign on January 12

UNL Chancellor Rodney Bennett to resign on January 12

A major change is coming to administration at the University of Nebraska. 

Beatrice Basketball complete sweep over Grizzlies

Beatrice Basketball complete sweep over Grizzlies

Beatrice Basketball made took the trip north on Highway 77 Saturday to take on Lincoln Standing Bear, with both teams returning with a victory. 

REPORTS: Notre Dame quarterback transferring to Nebraska

REPORTS: Notre Dame quarterback transferring to Nebraska

Reports indicate Nebraska has picked up their first quarterback from the transfer portal. 

Downtown Beatrice fire guts portion of Black Crow Restaurant property

Downtown Beatrice fire guts portion of Black Crow Restaurant property

Fire gutted a downtown Beatrice building Saturday morning, next to the Black Crow Restaurant.

After ousting Maduro in Venezuela, Trump commits himself to another foreign policy project

After ousting Maduro in Venezuela, Trump commits himself to another foreign policy project

President Donald Trump declared Saturday’s military operation that led to the ouster of Nicolás Maduro a major success.

NU Board of Regents to consider full takeover of Nebraska Medicine

NU Board of Regents to consider full takeover of Nebraska Medicine

A major change is likely coming for Nebraska Medicine that state leaders say will transform Nebraska’s health care.

Early morning fire causes extensive damage to home in Beatrice

Early morning fire causes extensive damage to home in Beatrice

A residential fire caused significant damage to a Beatrice home early Tuesday morning, displacing three tenants. 

Sen. Myron Dorn focusing on budget, property taxes in 109th legislative session

Sen. Myron Dorn focusing on budget, property taxes in 109th legislative session

Dorn expects the state budget, property to be the primary focus during the 60-day session.

Rural Adams man dies in accident near Sterling

Rural Adams man dies in accident near Sterling

Johnson County law officers investigate early morning accident west of community

Friday morning house blaze fought by Beatrice Firefighters

Friday morning house blaze fought by Beatrice Firefighters

House evacuated prior to firefighters arrival

News Channel Nebraska to televise 2026 Nebraska Girls Basketball Showcase

News Channel Nebraska to televise 2026 Nebraska Girls Basketball Showcase

KEARNEY, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska will televise the 2026 Kearney Girls Basketball Showcase, providing statewide coverage of one of the region’s premier high school girls basketball events.

Smoldering hay sends Beatrice Rural Firefighters southwest of city

Smoldering hay sends Beatrice Rural Firefighters southwest of city

One of two rural department calls over the last two days of 2025

Beatrice man arrested for domestic assault, multiple theft charges

Beatrice man arrested for domestic assault, multiple theft charges

A Beatrice man was arrested after multiple vehicle theft reports and an alleged domestic assault early Monday morning.

Huskers without DeShon Singleton for Las Vegas Bowl

Huskers without DeShon Singleton for Las Vegas Bowl

Nebraska will be without one of their senior leaders in Wednesday's SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl. 

Nebraska state agency awards millions to out-of-state nonprofit formerly run by agency’s director

Nebraska state agency awards millions to out-of-state nonprofit formerly run by agency’s director

When Nebraska’s Department of Health and Human Services announced its plan to divvy up millions in opioid settlement money, one recipient stood out: The Central Wyoming Counseling Center.

Pre-Christmas accident kills Kansas pedestrian

Pre-Christmas accident kills Kansas pedestrian

Fatal accident happens at the east edge of Manhattan, Kansas

Gage County finalizes elected officials pay for the upcoming term

Gage County finalizes elected officials pay for the upcoming term

Plan grants pay increases ranging from four percent to six percent

Gage County Sheriff warns of get out of jail scam

Gage County Sheriff warns of get out of jail scam

The Gage County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a scam involving callers posing as detention center officials.

Cam Jurgens named to Pro Bowl for second year in a row

Cam Jurgens named to Pro Bowl for second year in a row

For the second year in a row, Philadelphia Eagles center Cam Jurgens has been named to the NFL Pro Bowl. 

Former MLB talent, Wymore native Jake Diekman named head coach at Lincoln Christian

Former MLB talent, Wymore native Jake Diekman named head coach at Lincoln Christian

A former MLB talent from southeast Nebraska is taking on a new adventure in retirement. 

Beatrice Community Hospital named to Forbes' inaugural top hospitals list

Beatrice Community Hospital named to Forbes' inaugural top hospitals list

Beatrice Community Hospital has been recognized as one of the nation’s top general acute care hospitals, earning a four-star rating on Forbes’ inaugural “Top Hospitals 2026” list.

Beatrice Police conduct drug, DUI arrests during traffic stop

Beatrice Police conduct drug, DUI arrests during traffic stop

A passenger was arrested on a drug charge and an outstanding warrant following a traffic stop at the Beatrice McDonald's early Sunday morning.

Southeast Nebraska communities rally to create fundraiser for Jill and Jamie Kuzelka, and anyone connected to Whispering Acres

Southeast Nebraska communities rally to create fundraiser for Jill and Jamie Kuzelka, and anyone connected to Whispering Acres

What happens when people who have dedicated their lives to helping others are suddenly in need of help themselves? You get a turnout like on Sunday afternoon in DeWitt.

Kansas pedestrian killed in highway accident, northwest of Manhattan

Kansas pedestrian killed in highway accident, northwest of Manhattan

Accident occurred Friday at the junction of U.S. Highway 77 and U.S. Highway 24

For the last five Christmases, Hanover's Santa Brett has helped raise thousands for locals fighting injury and illness

For the last five Christmases, Hanover's Santa Brett has helped raise thousands for locals fighting injury and illness

For the last five winters, Hanover preteen Brett Becker has become "Santa Brett," taking Christmas wishes from kids and raising money to help locals in the area that are fighting serious illnesses or injuries.

The mysterious death of a teen at Pillen Family Farms

The mysterious death of a teen at Pillen Family Farms

A 17-year-old worker died at a Nebraska hog farm owned by the governor’s family. Two investigations later, the boy’s mother is still searching for answers.

Jackson, Reilly pick up AVCA positional awards

Jackson, Reilly pick up AVCA positional awards

Juniors Bergen Reilly and Andi Jackson were named AVCA Setter of the Year and AVCA Middle Blocker of the year. 

Jefferson County to consider salary increases for elected officials, will shift to meeting only twice per month

Jefferson County to consider salary increases for elected officials, will shift to meeting only twice per month

The Jefferson County board will meet every other week starting with their first meeting in January.
On the table in December, though: potential salary increases for all elected county officials.

American announces service to Dallas, Chicago, Phoenix from Lincoln

American announces service to Dallas, Chicago, Phoenix from Lincoln

Next holiday season, traveling to and from Nebraska could be much simpler.

'Important new tool': BPD using new mobile emergency alert system

'Important new tool': BPD using new mobile emergency alert system

The Beatrice Police Department is debuting a new way to keep the community safe, but recently, it led to some confusion.

Wind blows debris, bricks from Dempster building on to Sixth Street

Wind blows debris, bricks from Dempster building on to Sixth Street

Gusty conditions led to disruptions on Sixth Street in Beatrice after bricks and debris from the Dempster Building collapsed on to the roadway.

Medicaid work requirement plans announced for Nebraska

Medicaid work requirement plans announced for Nebraska

Nebraska is officially the first state in America to sign on to the Trump Administration's Medicaid work requirement rules. 

Southeast Nebraska individuals and orgs give back with holiday food drives and fundraisers

Southeast Nebraska individuals and orgs give back with holiday food drives and fundraisers

Midway between Christmas and Thanksgiving, we're spotlighting some Southeast Nebraska organizations who have worked to make a difference this year.

Four Huskers named AVCA All-Americans

Four Huskers named AVCA All-Americans

Four Husker Volleyball players have been named American Volleyball Coaches Association All-Americans. 

Multiple agencies douse machine shed fire near Liberty

Multiple agencies douse machine shed fire near Liberty

Firefighters from multiple departments responded Monday to a fully involved machine shed fire near Liberty. 

2026 high school football classifications released

2026 high school football classifications released

LINCOLN, Neb.- Football reclassification has been announced for schools across Nebraska, with the two schools with the highest boys enrollment remaining at the top. Grand Island and Millard South are once again Nos. 1 and 2 in Class A. Grand Island edged

Beatrice man given prison for gun and drug convictions

Beatrice man given prison for gun and drug convictions

Sentence for Logan Evans to be followed by two years of supervision

28 players named to Nebraska Coaches Association all-star volleyball teams

28 players named to Nebraska Coaches Association all-star volleyball teams

The high school volleyball season may be over, but the roster for the Nebraska Coaches Association Senior Showcase has just been released.

BVCA gift giveaway program provides presents for anyone in Jefferson County who needs them

BVCA gift giveaway program provides presents for anyone in Jefferson County who needs them

Every December for much of the last decade, Blue Valley Community Action has set up a makeshift store to make finding a perfect holiday present possible, even for Southeast Nebraska families under financial strain.

New Playground, water inspection, street repairs considered by Beatrice City Council

New Playground, water inspection, street repairs considered by Beatrice City Council

New playground to go in at former Stoddard School site

NGPC recaps rifle deer season, sees expected drop in whitetail harvest

NGPC recaps rifle deer season, sees expected drop in whitetail harvest

With the 2025 rifle deer season in the books, Nebraska Game and Parks is further examining the harvest numbers, to get a better sense of the deer population in Nebraska. 

REPORTS: Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola enters transfer portal

REPORTS: Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola enters transfer portal

After two seasons at Nebraska, quarterback Dylan Raiola plans to enter the transfer portal, per reports. 

UPDATE: Missing Beatrice teen found safe

UPDATE: Missing Beatrice teen found safe

The Beatrice Police Department is asking for the public help in a search for a missing teenage girl. 

Huskers season ends in Elite Eight, fall to Aggies in five sets

Huskers season ends in Elite Eight, fall to Aggies in five sets

The Huskers bid at a reverse sweep fell short on Sunday afternoon, falling to A&M in five sets, thus, the season ends at 33-1.

Nebraska Department of Economic Development consultant Kelly Gewecke breaks down how to build up small communities

Nebraska Department of Economic Development consultant Kelly Gewecke breaks down how to build up small communities

How can small and mid-sized communities in Nebraska not just stay afloat, but stand out?
Business development consultant Kelly Gewecke met with the Jefferson County Commissioners this month to chart a course.

Collision injures two, in north Beatrice Saturday evening

Collision injures two, in north Beatrice Saturday evening

Drivers taken to Beatrice Community Hospital

Avera releases top baby names for 2025

Avera releases top baby names for 2025

The top baby names have been released from Avera for 2025.

Beatrice Fire responds to trash truck fire, late Thursday night

Beatrice Fire responds to trash truck fire, late Thursday night

Crews were dispatched just after 11:30 Thursday night and arrived to find smoke escaping from overhead doors in the shop area.

Blocking Out Darkness: Huskers’ Allick thrives after growing up in ‘dysfunctional,’ competitive family

Blocking Out Darkness: Huskers’ Allick thrives after growing up in ‘dysfunctional,’ competitive family

A booming thud seemed to cement the redemption rout. Before a raucous crowd littered with red in Penn State’s Rec Hall, the No. 1 Husker volleyball team was on the verge of decisively taking the first set