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Toddler killed riding bicycle in Eagle
Toddler killed riding bicycle in Eagle

Fatality accident on Dec. 10

Nebraska State Patrol Air Wing aids in arrest of motorcyclist

Nebraska State Patrol Air Wing aids in arrest of motorcyclist

Pursuit of man on stolen motorcycle stretches over Gage and Lancaster Counties

Truck driver killed in collision south of Greenleaf, Kansas

Truck driver killed in collision south of Greenleaf, Kansas

State law officers say southbound truck went through a stop sign, before collision

Elkhorn Valley Museum hosts Verges Holiday Festival

Elkhorn Valley Museum hosts Verges Holiday Festival

On Sunday night, the Elkhorn Valley Museum put on their annual Tour of Historic Homes and Verges Holiday Festival. 

Firefighters put out commercial kitchen fire at Hastings College

Firefighters put out commercial kitchen fire at Hastings College

A quick response by Hastings firefighters limited damage from a commercial kitchen fire over the weekend.

Man arrested for homicide in connection to priest's death

Man arrested for homicide in connection to priest's death

The Washington County Sheriff's Office released an update on the death of Father Stephen Gutgsell. 

Earthquake hits south central Nebraska Sunday afternoon

Earthquake hits south central Nebraska Sunday afternoon

South central Nebraska got quite the rude awakening Sunday afternoon, as The United States Geological Survey reports an earthquake hit near Guide Rock around 1:30 p.m.

Catholic priest attacked, dies due to injuries

Catholic priest attacked, dies due to injuries

A Father at a Catholic church was attacked Sunday morning, has died due to his injuries.

Allard wins top entrepreneurship honors

Allard wins top entrepreneurship honors

Students in the Youth Entrepreneurship program competed for numerous prizes including scholarships and computer accessories. The contest included writing a business plan, presenting a three-minute pitch and taking part in a trade show.

Two Grand Island teenagers credited with stopping clothing store shoplifter

Two Grand Island teenagers credited with stopping clothing store shoplifter

Western Edge employees Tomas Labenz and Wesley Fishler wouldn't have done anything differently if given a second chance. 

Judge urges Norfolk-area NRD board to try resolving sanctions, lawsuit

Judge urges Norfolk-area NRD board to try resolving sanctions, lawsuit

A legal fight over whether the Norfolk-area natural resources district went too far in punishing one of its board members for discussing a mistreatment complaint she had filed against a fellow board member reached a federal courtroom Friday.

Youth Entrepreneurship competition sets standard high

Youth Entrepreneurship competition sets standard high

Fourteen students in a Sidney High School entrepreneurship course competed in the school's first Youth Entrepreneurship Competition today, December 8.

Chadron State College Esports Team wins Rocket League Open Plus Championship

Chadron State College Esports Team wins Rocket League Open Plus Championship

Chadron State College’s Rocket League Black won the National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE) championship game against Ohio Northern University Thursday.

Critics pan planned $450M Nebraska football stadium renovation as academic programs face cuts

Critics pan planned $450M Nebraska football stadium renovation as academic programs face cuts

University of Nebraska officials have unveiled a plan for a $450 million renovation of its football stadium in Lincoln. That comes as the four-campus NU system faces a $58 million budget shortfall that threatens to cut academic programs.

Light The Way event set to raise money for families in need

Light The Way event set to raise money for families in need

Fairbury Public Schools hosted a Light The Way event as a way to raise money for families in need. 

York man sentenced for child pornography conviction

York man sentenced for child pornography conviction

More than five years in prison was given to a man from York following his child pornography conviction.

World gets ready to celebrate 75th Human Rights Day

World gets ready to celebrate 75th Human Rights Day

As citizens of the world are celebrating their different upcoming holidays, they can join together to celebrate one very special day as it is its 75th anniversary.

Kabourek says no rush in finding next UNK chancellor

Kabourek says no rush in finding next UNK chancellor

Kabourek says the university will take time to celebrate retiring chancellor Doug Kristensen and start formulating the search process after the holiday break.

Former Dundy County Sheriff arrested in missing firearms investigation

Former Dundy County Sheriff arrested in missing firearms investigation

The former Dundy County Sheriff was arrested by Nebraska State Patrol investigators as part of an investigation into firearms missing from the sheriff's office. 

No bond for teen charged as adult in Omaha high school rape case

No bond for teen charged as adult in Omaha high school rape case

The teen boy accused of raping a Westside High student during a school day last week was in court Friday morning to face adult charges.

Potter, Dix firefighters respond to grass fire

Potter, Dix firefighters respond to grass fire

Firefighters and emergency responders battled a grass fire and high winds December 7. Firefighters were called to Cheyenne County Roads 69 and 26.

Colorado man arrested following pursuit in Stanton County

Colorado man arrested following pursuit in Stanton County

The Stanton County Sheriff's Office said they arrested a Colorado man following a pursuit late Wednesday. 

Winter Festival display at Homestead National Historical Park

Winter Festival display at Homestead National Historical Park

Holiday displays and a special bake-off being held at the Homestead National Historical Park, west of Beatrice

Give Where You Live sets new record for Kearney-area giving

Give Where You Live sets new record for Kearney-area giving

Non-profits in the Kearney area are celebrating after their annual day of giving set a new record.

A Nebraska girl survived pediatric cancer and chemo; her family aims to help find a cure

A Nebraska girl survived pediatric cancer and chemo; her family aims to help find a cure

Leah Olson attended the first Sugarplum Ball months after her cancer diagnosis at 2. 'That meant the world to us. To be a regular kid and make some happy memories while we were going through such a traumatic experience was really amazing,' her mom said.

Omaha’s public housing residents are facing eviction more often – and sometimes over small debts

Omaha’s public housing residents are facing eviction more often – and sometimes over small debts

With a 60% jump in eviction filings since the pandemic days, tenant advocates are questioning if the Omaha Housing Authority is fulfilling its mission to serve the city’s poorest renters. OHA says it’s bound by financial realities and federal regulations.

Ted Turner, longtime Nebraska land baron, still buying as next chapter nears

Ted Turner, longtime Nebraska land baron, still buying as next chapter nears

Ted Turner bought nearly a half-million acres of Nebraska ranch land and took criticism for those land purchases as he helped save the bison.
Now, a new curiosity: What, exactly, will become of his land when he’s gone?

Former car dealership owner creates Big John Scholarship Fund at CCC

Former car dealership owner creates Big John Scholarship Fund at CCC

A Central Nebraska man known for his physical stature is making sure his legacy will be just as large.

Willa Cather Childhood Home reopens on 150th birthday anniversary

Willa Cather Childhood Home reopens on 150th birthday anniversary

The National Willa Cather Center is celebrating its namesake’s 150th birthday by showing off its new renovation. 

Jefferson County police use search warrant leading to two arrests

Jefferson County police use search warrant leading to two arrests

Deputies with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office used a search warrant at the residence in the 1300 block of G St. Thursday, according to a press release from Sheriff Nicholas Georgi.

Mountain lion tagged in northwest Nebraska killed in Minnesota

Mountain lion tagged in northwest Nebraska killed in Minnesota

A Minnesota wildlife official says that a cougar that was struck and killed on an interstate highway in suburban Minneapolis was more than likely the same animal captured on home security video sauntering across a driveway earlier this week.

Scotts Bluff, Kimball Counties agree on Veteran Service Officer

Scotts Bluff, Kimball Counties agree on Veteran Service Officer

Scotts Bluff and Kimball Counties have made an agreement to contract a Veteran Services Officer.

FULL INTERVIEW: Doug Kristensen discusses 22 years as UNK chancellor, decision to retire

FULL INTERVIEW: Doug Kristensen discusses 22 years as UNK chancellor, decision to retire

In an exclusive interview, Michael Shively talks with UNK Chancellor Doug Kristensen about his retirement and the state of the university.

America honors those lost in 1941 on Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

America honors those lost in 1941 on Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

It's been decades since Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor, but its impression on history lives on.

Elementary students tour the world ... from inside the school

Elementary students tour the world ... from inside the school

South Elementary School had some 'world travelers' Thursday as students took part in their 'Christmas Around the World' program.

Sen. Fischer highlights national defense priorities

Sen. Fischer highlights national defense priorities

National Defense Authorization Act impacts Offutt Air Force Base, strategic command and Nebraska National Guard

Hometown Liquor, customers, supports Toys for Tots

Hometown Liquor, customers, supports Toys for Tots

Hometown Liquor recently announced support for Southern Nebraska Panhandle Toys for Tots totaled a little more than $1,700.

Police department reports road toll bill scam

Police department reports road toll bill scam

The latest scam: a bill or attempt to collect a road toll from New York.

November among driest ever in Iowa

November among driest ever in Iowa

10 counties in Nebraska experiencing exceptional drought

Beatrice Police Department delivers toys to local YMCA in 'Stuff the Cruiser' event

Beatrice Police Department delivers toys to local YMCA in 'Stuff the Cruiser' event

The Beatrice Police Department finished off its “Stuff the Cruiser” event by delivering the toys to the local YMCA. 

Sidney Auto, Adams Auto celebrate partnership

Sidney Auto, Adams Auto celebrate partnership

Sidney Auto Sales and Adams Auto & Leasing officially recognized the partnership December 6 with a ribbon cutting celebration.

Guard members returning from Kuwait deployment

Guard members returning from Kuwait deployment

Soldiers will have completed nearly a year of serving overseas in Kuwait

City of Beatrice cautioning residents about association letter

City of Beatrice cautioning residents about association letter

Officials say letter requesting donation is not from the city

Pickup truck and equipment stolen near Dalton, SUV reported stolen in Sidney

Pickup truck and equipment stolen near Dalton, SUV reported stolen in Sidney

The Cheyenne County Sheriff's Department and Sidney Police Department are investigating reports of recently stolen vehicles.

Benjamin Avenue expected to open by December 16

Benjamin Avenue expected to open by December 16

All lanes of traffic along Benjamin Avenue are planned to be open by the end of next week.

Nebraska senators co-sponsor CARS act

Nebraska senators co-sponsor CARS act

Senators call for federal legislation to counter push for electric vehicles

Small student body doesn't prevent schools from competing in One Acts

Small student body doesn't prevent schools from competing in One Acts

At the play production championships, schools who consolidate in most sports perform with the best of the best are able to showcase their talents with a small student body.

Authorities arrest student who brought gun to Alliance High School

Authorities arrest student who brought gun to Alliance High School

A student accused of bringing a gun to an Alliance school was taken into custody Wednesday afternoon. 

In the Spotlight Costume Shop helps bring costumes to life

In the Spotlight Costume Shop helps bring costumes to life

As Nebraska high schools are competing in the state championships for one-acts, one northeast costume shops is helping make their scenes come alive.

One dead, two injured in Dakota County crash

One dead, two injured in Dakota County crash

A crash in Dakota County killed one person and put two others in the hospital.

UNK Chancellor Doug Kristensen announces his retirement after 22 years

UNK Chancellor Doug Kristensen announces his retirement after 22 years

The top official at the University of Nebraska-Kearney is set to retire after more than 20 years at the helm of the state’s third-largest university.

Flags to be flown at half-staff for Pearl Harbor remembrance

Flags to be flown at half-staff for Pearl Harbor remembrance

Gov. Jim Pillen announced that flags will be flown at half-staff for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day on Thursday.

Genoa teen charged in deadly car crash

Genoa teen charged in deadly car crash

Prosecutors have charged a Genoa teenager in connection with a crash that killed a Columbus woman.

Nebraska rises in plant hardiness zones

Nebraska rises in plant hardiness zones

Extreme temperature fluctuations still a major factor in plant survivability

Fairbury to host community walking challenge

Fairbury to host community walking challenge

The Fairbury Community Building is putting together a Walking Challenge for a chance to win prizes and get in your steps. 

Second study of lodging needs focusing on mid to upper scale hotel possibilities in Beatrice

Second study of lodging needs focusing on mid to upper scale hotel possibilities in Beatrice

Area still facing a squeeze for motel space during certain times of the year

Kearney gets ready for Give Where You Live fundraising event

Kearney gets ready for Give Where You Live fundraising event

A central Nebraska city is preparing for its biggest day of giving. 

Highby Outdoors sets sights on bigger location

Highby Outdoors sets sights on bigger location

SIDNEY -- Business continues to grow for Highby Outdoors. The company is searching for a bigger location to accommodate their inventory and business plan.

City of Sidney changes online bill pay system

City of Sidney changes online bill pay system

SIDNEY -- Residents who rely on auto-pay or simply the convenience of online payment of city services, may want to pay special attention to their utility bills.

Man hit with metal pipe, shot in Omaha for reportedly trying to assault a woman

Man hit with metal pipe, shot in Omaha for reportedly trying to assault a woman

A woman shot and hit a man with a metal pipe in Omaha after he reportedly tried to assault her.

Madison ag producer announced campaign for Nebraska Legislature District 19

Madison ag producer announced campaign for Nebraska Legislature District 19

A conservative Republican, ag producer and current member of the Northeast Community College Board of Governors announced her campaign to represent Nebraska’s Legislative District 19.

Nebraska calls for more donors as it faces a blood supply shortage

Nebraska calls for more donors as it faces a blood supply shortage

As the nation faces a blood supply shortage, the state of Nebraska is not exempt as it faces its own low levels.

Volunteers make play production championships possible in Norfolk

Volunteers make play production championships possible in Norfolk

The Johnny Carson theatre lies dormant but over the next few days, schools from across the state gather to compete in the state one act competition.

UNK names Bess Furman Armstrong Hall after distinguished graduate and journalist

UNK names Bess Furman Armstrong Hall after distinguished graduate and journalist

The University of Nebraska at Kearney’s new sorority housing will be named after one of the school’s most accomplished alumnae.

NSP investigating death at Scotts Bluff Detention Center

NSP investigating death at Scotts Bluff Detention Center

SCOTTSBLUFF -- David C. Roberts, 46, of Scottsbluff, of the  was found unresponsive by staff at the Scotts Bluff County Detention Center at about 6:30 p.m. on Friday, December 1.