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Bond provisions remain the same, for man charged with abuse resulting in death
Bond provisions remain the same, for man charged with abuse resulting in death

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

Sidney's Downtown Sounds

Sidney's Downtown Sounds

Sidney's free summer concert series returns to Hickory Street Square with an expanded schedule on June 20, July 18 and Aug. 15, 2025. 

Court records describe Omaha immigration raid, K-9 unit meets hiding worker, ‘agitated’ protester

Court records describe Omaha immigration raid, K-9 unit meets hiding worker, ‘agitated’ protester

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

Gov. Pillen Appoints Norfolk Attorney Doele to District Court Bench

Gov. Pillen Appoints Norfolk Attorney Doele to District Court Bench

Gov. Pillen has appointed Jason S. Doele of Norfolk as the new district court judge for Nebraska's Fifth Judicial District, which includes multiple counties. Doele, a partner at Stratton, DeLay, Doele, Carlson, Stover & Stratton since 2010.

Madison county libraries, grateful but concerned

Madison county libraries, grateful but concerned

Madison County libraries are thankful for local funding as the U.S. Senate voted to overturn a program that helped them provide free WiFi hotspots to the public.

Incident with trailer shuts down northbound lanes of Highway 81 in Norfolk

Incident with trailer shuts down northbound lanes of Highway 81 in Norfolk

As of late Tuesday afternoon, northbound traffic is shut down on the bridge that serves as the main north/south entrance to Norfolk.

Ogallala teen charged with death of Keith County teen appears in Lincoln County District Court

Ogallala teen charged with death of Keith County teen appears in Lincoln County District Court

The Ogallala teen charged in the death of a Keith County teen appeared in Lincoln County District Court Monday.

Comic book workshop lets kids use their imagination

Comic book workshop lets kids use their imagination

Norfolk kids are going home with a new interest some of them were unsure of.

Kimball man sentenced in sexual assault case

Kimball man sentenced in sexual assault case

A Kimball man was sentenced to the maximum penalty for a sexual assault involving his granddaughter and niece.

Gun pulled on Valentine Main Street, man arrested

Gun pulled on Valentine Main Street, man arrested

A confrontation involving a gun on Valentine’s Main Street Monday evening led to the arrest of one man and an ongoing investigation.

Bond set at $1 million for man accused of sexually assaulting children in Sheridan County

Bond set at $1 million for man accused of sexually assaulting children in Sheridan County

A 25-year-old Alliance man is being held on $1 million bond after being charged with multiple felonies related to the alleged sexual abuse of children in Sheridan County.

Plea deal reached in high-speed chase case across Sheridan and Box Butte counties

Plea deal reached in high-speed chase case across Sheridan and Box Butte counties

A Custer, South Dakota man accused of leading authorities on a multi-county chase across snowy, ice-covered Nebraska highways has taken a plea deal.

Judge sentences man in connection with string of burglaries in Cheyenne County

Judge sentences man in connection with string of burglaries in Cheyenne County

A man has been sentenced in two separate cases involving theft and possession of a controlled substance.

Structure fire damages Kearney home

Structure fire damages Kearney home

A structure fire in Kearney is under investigation after the Kearney Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a home on 6th Avenue.

Nebraska enacts new safeguards to fight crypto scams

Nebraska enacts new safeguards to fight crypto scams

The Nebraska Legislature passed, and Gov. Jim Pillen signed, the bipartisan Controllable Electronic Record Fraud Prevention Act. this law gives authorities tools to fight theft committed with crypto ATMs.

Hometown Liquor supports student travel club

Hometown Liquor supports student travel club

Hometown Liquor and its customers donated $2,000 to the Sidney High School International Travel Club. Round Up donations in June will purchase Fair wristbands for underprivileged children.

Flood Communications earns top honor from Greater Omaha Chamber for 2025

Flood Communications earns top honor from Greater Omaha Chamber for 2025

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

Valentine Community Schools hires two new staff members, debates rural school

Valentine Community Schools hires two new staff members, debates rural school

Two more new faces will be greeting students at Valentine Community Schools this upcoming school year.

Horse racing resort and casino construction nearing completion

Horse racing resort and casino construction nearing completion

Workers are busy putting together the first stage -- barns, race track and temporary casino -- of the Lake Mac Casino, Resort and Race Track. Opening Day is scheduled for August 19.

Man charged with threatening Nebraska Sen. Deb Fischer appears in court

Man charged with threatening Nebraska Sen. Deb Fischer appears in court

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

Federal investigators serve warrants in Grand Island

Federal investigators serve warrants in Grand Island

We’re working to learn more about why federal investigators were in Grand Island on Monday.

Downtown Sounds summer concert series returns with expanded lineup in 2025

Downtown Sounds summer concert series returns with expanded lineup in 2025

Sidney's free summer concert series returns to Hickory Street Square with an expanded schedule on June 20, July 18 and Aug. 15. 

3rd Annual Gering Summer Bash set for Saturday

3rd Annual Gering Summer Bash set for Saturday

The third annual Gering Summer Bash, organized by the Gering Merchants Association, is Saturday, June 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Gering Civic Plaza.

Two Kimball students qualify for National High School Rodeo

Two Kimball students qualify for National High School Rodeo

Two Kimball students are headed to Wyoming next month for the National High School Rodeo.

Cheyenne teen charged with second-degree murder in fatal shooting

Cheyenne teen charged with second-degree murder in fatal shooting

The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office says 19-year-old Nathan Pfaff is in custody for second-degree murder after 18-year-old Ryan Snow was fatally shot early Friday morning near Cheyenne.

Political assassination announcement was tense moment at No Kings protest in Council Bluffs

Political assassination announcement was tense moment at No Kings protest in Council Bluffs

Pro-democracy rally remained peaceful

Northeast Nebraska man faces federal gun charges in drug trafficking investigation

Northeast Nebraska man faces federal gun charges in drug trafficking investigation

Allegations of drug trafficking along with illegal guns brought federal agents to Knox County.  

Staff finishes processing more than 60 detainees at Lincoln County Detention Center

Staff finishes processing more than 60 detainees at Lincoln County Detention Center

Personnel at the Lincoln County Detention Center finalized processing more than 60 detainees from last week’s Ice Operations in South Omaha, Monday morning.

Pierce safety day educates over 60 kids on road rules, issuing bike and scooter licenses

Pierce safety day educates over 60 kids on road rules, issuing bike and scooter licenses

Pierce safety educates kids of all ages the Importance of road safety.

Judge sentences man involved in high-speed chase with Kimball authorities

Judge sentences man involved in high-speed chase with Kimball authorities

Forty-two-year-old Kyle Woolington has been sentenced for leading Kimball authorities on a high-speed pursuit in February.

Severe weather expected Monday night across the state

Severe weather expected Monday night across the state

Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to develop across Nebraska this evening and continue into the overnight hours.

Cheyenne County unemployment remains low as Chamber highlights economic stability

Cheyenne County unemployment remains low as Chamber highlights economic stability

Cheyenne County's unemployment rate holds strong at 2.6% in April, below Nebraska’s average.

Soon to be down two primary physicians, JCH&L taking steps to continue caring for patients

Soon to be down two primary physicians, JCH&L taking steps to continue caring for patients

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. 

55 Attorneys General Sign On to $7.4 Billion Purdue Settlement

55 Attorneys General Sign On to $7.4 Billion Purdue Settlement

Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced today al 55 attorneys general agreed to a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma. Under Sacklers' ownership, Purdue made and marketed opioid products.

Valentine Police make arrests in stolen gun, assault cases

Valentine Police make arrests in stolen gun, assault cases

Valentine Police have arrested a 43-year-old Nebraska man in connection to a burglary and stolen firearms case reported earlier this month.

Trump curbs immigration enforcement at farms, meatpacking plants, hotels and restaurants

Trump curbs immigration enforcement at farms, meatpacking plants, hotels and restaurants

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

Brotherly bareback: Two Minden brothers both qualify for nationals in bareback riding

Brotherly bareback: Two Minden brothers both qualify for nationals in bareback riding

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

Storms light up Panhandle skies

Storms light up Panhandle skies

A late afternoon storm hit the Panhandle area with high winds hail and rain Sunday. The National Weather Service expects a possibility of storms through Tuesday.

Statewide Arboretum boosts Nebraska City park's work against invasive species

Statewide Arboretum boosts Nebraska City park's work against invasive species

Friends of Riverview Nature Park embark on tree-planting campaign

No Kings day protest draws a crowd in Norfolk

No Kings day protest draws a crowd in Norfolk

In Norfolk, Nebraska, a "No Kings Day" protest drew participants from across the state, advocating for equality, justice, and community empowerment.

Fairbury Elks Lodge celebrates history, commemorates first responders on Flag Day

Fairbury Elks Lodge celebrates history, commemorates first responders on Flag Day

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.

Thousands participate in No Kings day protests nationwide, including Norfolk, Nebraska

Thousands participate in No Kings day protests nationwide, including Norfolk, Nebraska

Thousands of people across the country participated in "No Kings" day protests, with 13 events held in Nebraska alone.

No Kings protests develop across the U.S., including Nebraska

No Kings protests develop across the U.S., including Nebraska

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

Dirty Lil’ Swigs Soda Shop has successful opening

Dirty Lil’ Swigs Soda Shop has successful opening

Friday was the opening day of Kimball’s own soda shop inside The Sugar Shack.

Sidney residents raise large American flag, read proclamation ahead of Gold Rush Days in Legion Park

Sidney residents raise large American flag, read proclamation ahead of Gold Rush Days in Legion Park

"It makes me proud to be an American:" As Gold Rush Days began in Legion Park Saturday, a few Sidney residents raised the Garrison Flag and read Gov. Pillen’s Flag Day proclamation.

Nebraska State Patrol Graduates 71st Recruit Class

Nebraska State Patrol Graduates 71st Recruit Class

The Nebraska State Patrol has welcomed a new class of state troopers into the ranks. Members of NSP’s 71st Basic Recruit Class received their badges and were sworn-in today during a ceremony at the State Capitol in Lincoln.

Coddiwomplers explore Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks

Coddiwomplers explore Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks

A group of Chadron State College students recently returned from an immersive adventure through Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, organized by the Coddiwomplers travel club.

Col. Terrance Holmes named Commander of 90th Missile Wing at F.E Warren Air Force Base

Col. Terrance Holmes named Commander of 90th Missile Wing at F.E Warren Air Force Base

Thursday marked the beginning of Col. Terrance Holmes’ role as the 90th Missile Wing Commander.

Becoming new United States Citizens, at a National Park

Becoming new United States Citizens, at a National Park

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

The Kearney Archway is celebrating 25 years

The Kearney Archway is celebrating 25 years

The Kearney Archway has reached its silver anniversary and will be celebrating on Saturday.

Norfolk protests erupt in response to immigration raids

Norfolk protests erupt in response to immigration raids

In the wake of sweeping immigration raids, a wave of protests has spread across the nation, reaching even the heartland of Nebraska.

Kimball officer receives state, national recognition

Kimball officer receives state, national recognition

Officer Logan Luft received both state and national recognition as the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Officer of the Year.

A nationwide protest will come to 12 Nebraska communities on Saturday

A nationwide protest will come to 12 Nebraska communities on Saturday

Saturday is an event filled day for the United States with protests, birthdays, anniversaries, and more.

Jefferson County Commissioner Mark Schoenrock announces campaign for Nebraska Senate

Jefferson County Commissioner Mark Schoenrock announces campaign for Nebraska Senate

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

The Best of Taste of Downtown begins Saturday morning

The Best of Taste of Downtown begins Saturday morning

The annual Taste of Downtown on the Bricks in Kearney will be pouring up drinks and serving treats this Saturday.

Trooper’s Patrol Vehicle Struck While Directing Traffic on I-80

Trooper’s Patrol Vehicle Struck While Directing Traffic on I-80

A Nebraska State Trooper narrowly escaped injury after his patrol vehicle was struck on I-80 overnight in western Nebraska.

Former Border Patrol agent David Huebner challenges Nebraska U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith

Former Border Patrol agent David Huebner challenges Nebraska U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith

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

Chicago homicide suspect behind bars after a run across Nebraska, authorities say

Chicago homicide suspect behind bars after a run across Nebraska, authorities say

An Illinois man driving a semi across Nebraska arrested for suspected connection with a Chicago murder.

Biking Across Kansas builds community through annual cross-state trek

Biking Across Kansas builds community through annual cross-state trek

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.

U.S. District Attorney reveals more about ICE raid, hasn’t issued formal charges yet

U.S. District Attorney reveals more about ICE raid, hasn’t issued formal charges yet

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

Photos: Work is underway to upgrade Kimball's Waste Water Treatment Plant

Photos: Work is underway to upgrade Kimball's Waste Water Treatment Plant

Work is ramping up at Kimball's Waste Water Treatment Plant. News Channel Nebraska was invited to tour the facility northeast of Kimball.

Norfolk Fire Division receives national award for heart and stroke care

Norfolk Fire Division receives national award for heart and stroke care

The City of Norfolk Fire Division is being recognized for its excellence in heart attack and stroke care.

Valentine After School Club to shut down for 2025-26 school year

Valentine After School Club to shut down for 2025-26 school year

Parents in the Valentine area will have one less place to take their kids after school in the 2025-26 school year.

Ogallala extends fireworks ban through July 4 due to fire concerns

Ogallala extends fireworks ban through July 4 due to fire concerns

No fireworks in Ogallala this Fourth of July.

WNCC celebrates 93rd Commencement Ceremony

WNCC celebrates 93rd Commencement Ceremony

Western Nebraska Community College celebrated its 93rd commencement ceremony in May, with 273 students earning 316 degrees, certificates, or diplomas.