One out of five Grand Islanders are foreign-born. Nearly 40% are people of color. But the vast majority of elected officials are white.

Pete Ricketts and his family have now spent nearly $19 million on Nebraska political campaigns in the dozen years he was running for governor, serving as governor and serving as a U.S. Senator. 

Two Kimball residents who were arrested for separate cases had court hearings this week.

A Custer County man has died after an accident suffered while helping neighbors.

Norfolk's new iHub project is set to revolutionize the local workforce landscape.

A Kearney man charged with helping to conceal his fugitive son will spend time in jail.

Public has been able to vote on the best displays

Beatrice man sentenced on three counts

Bridges near DeWitt and Cortland to be replaced with box culverts

A car vs. pedestrian crash occurred Thursday afternoon, resulting in minor injuries of a Kimball woman. 

A Kearney man accused of threatening a police lieutenant and stalking the city’s police chief is back behind bars.

The Sidney City Council on December 17 approved a Class C Liquor License for Reflexion Salon. The business is also expanding its services and moving to a new location.

Jefferson County first responders and Blue Valley Community Action teamed up to create a one-stop "shop" for local families to pick up some last-minute gifts for their kids.

A Kimball man appeared in County Court following his arrest last week.

Northeast Nebraska law enforcement are responding to a fire southeast of Madison, near Leigh. 

President Biden signed the bipartisan National Medal of Honor Highway bill, giving the designation to the country’s longest continuous highway.

Wheat Belt Public Power District crews are repairing downed power poles north of Lisco.

Law enforcement in northeast Nebraska are working together to put out a fire near Clarkson. 

The Niobrara Council is taking steps forward on pivotal funding agreements with the National Park Service.

Several cases in Cherry County Court this week revolved around drugs and another about explicit images being sent to juveniles.

Jaylee Hoyle delivers gift bags at Nebraska City hospital

An Alliance woman was sentenced December 18 on charges related to an attempt to murder her husband.

The family of Jack Hoffman says they are "praying for a miracle" after doctors found multiple new tumor locations. 

The Loup Power District announced Thursday morning that a "last-mile" Amazon distribution facility will be coming to Columbus in 2025.

Two-year incarceration term handed to Robert L. Watson

Fire that began near a cleaner produced smoke throughout the multi-level residence hall

Power is back on after an extended outage caused by a car crash.

Two administrators in Kearney Public Schools will soon be moving into new roles.

Christmas came early for Fran McCarty, of Sidney, who was drawn as the grand prize winner of a $2,000 Shopping Spree from radio station 987 The Big Boy on Wednesday afternoon.

The City of Sidney is accepting letters of interest, including a resume or list of qualifications, from any registered voter within the city limits interested in filling the city council seat vacated by Paul Strommen.

A Gordon woman has been sentenced to six years in prison after pleading guilty to assaulting law enforcement officers and stealing vehicles.

SIDNEY -- The Sidney City Council approved a contract with Midwest Mechanical Industrial Services for work at the city's Wastewater Treatment Facility. The project needs to be completed by Dec. 1, 2025.

After 40 years of hard work, YMCA Executive Director Randy Hagedorn is retiring.

Authorities in northeast Nebraska have identified a body that was found on Dec. 11 in Colfax County. 

Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce Director Joe McCarn  is the new Nebraska Chamber District 47 Advocacy Ambassador. This new role will be instrumental in ensuring that local businesses are represented effectively at various legislative levels.

Christopher Milke is charged in the shooting death of Tammy Leslie

Auditor uncovers widespread Medicaid fraud.

A Nebraska snowplow will bear the name chosen by a Keya Paha County grade-schooler.

Fischer calls E15 a more environmentally friendly burning fuel

The city's settlement of the 2020 incident awards Isabella Kenney more than $60 thousand paid by the city's insurance partner, while also absolving the city itself of any liability.

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As we grow older, the holidays can take on a different meaning—especially for those who’ve had to leave the comfort of their homes and move into assisted living or nursing care.

This past Saturday, 22 Kimball kids had the opportunity to join the community’s first responders to go shopping for the holiday season.

A community leader in Kearney is stepping down from his post after decades of service.

The Extension board is seeking applicants for a Cheyenne County seat. The seat opened up with the resignation of Lynn Holbrook.

Pearl Wood, a resident of Pole Creek Estates Long-Term Care, was able to celebrate Thanksgiving last month at home with her family thanks to a new program by Sidney Regional Medical Center EMS.

The Sidney Police Department announces three officers have graduated from the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center.

The Norfolk City Council approved settlements with three suspended police officers...Police Chief Don Miller, Lieutenant Josh Bauermeister and Captain Chad Reiman...all of whom will no longer be with the Norfolk Police Division

The Drug Enforcement Administration is reporting a drop in drug overdose deaths. However, the impact of fentanyl remains a concern.

Part of the NDOT's Bridge Match Program, Jefferson County has received a grant for half a million dollars to replace a well-traveled bridge on the PWF Road that's nearly 100 years old.

Vistabeam celebrated adding fiber internet to the Mitchell community December 16. Vistabeam has been serving Mitchell for about 20 years and just added fiber service.

Three new officers will soon be on the streets serving and protecting the community for the Columbus Police Department.

Earthwork could start before the end of the year

The City of Norfolk is moving on from three high-level suspended officers in their department, but it's going to cost them. 

Kregel factory conveys impact of once widespread, small-scale manufacturing

Business organization works with downtown retailers, city officials on redevelopment, activities

Response to September incident helped save the lives of two children at a homicide scene

Nearly 160 Chadron State College graduates were recognized Friday during Winter Commencement in the Chicoine Center.

A new era of Hastings city government wrote its first chapter with its five new members Monday night. 

News Channel Nebraska sat down with Valentine’s new police chief to talk about his vision for the department and the ongoing challenges of recruiting officers.

The Hastings school board is using a national search firm to help select the district’s next superintendent.

The City of Kearney recently announced the new name for one of their plows - drumroll please - or maybe we need more of a beat - because it's Scoop Dogg.

The Chadron Transfer Station is closed until further notice because of what SWANN is calling ‘alarming and potentially dangerous’ materials found in a Gordon collection truck.

The recall proceedings of Mayor John Morrison will not move forward and he will retain his position.