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Three-act stage keeps downtown Sidney entertained

The night was hot, but the entertainment was hotter as the second Downtown Sounds of 2026 took over Hickory Square Friday night.

Scottsbluff authorities investigating stabbing incident

Scottsbluff Police today responded to a report of a stabbing victim. The victim was found with a single stab wound and transported to Regional West Medical Center.

987 The Big Boy launches 'Workin' 9 to 5' contest with $1,000 grand prize

Listeners of 987 The Big Boy will have multiple chances each weekday to cash in during the station's new "Workin' 9 to 5" contest, featuring a $1,000 grand prize.

Local Leaders Help Clean Up Trash at Hastings Apartment Complex

Sizzlin Santa Dayz celebrates Christmas in July with Whitewater Waddle Duck Race

Omaha man arrested after threats to school, Governor’s family

On June 29, the Nebraska State Patrol was contacted by the administration of Columbus Catholic Schools regarding a threatening message that was received through the school website. The message included a threat of violence to the school and Governor Pillen’s family.

City of Norfolk reminds residents to prepare for dangerous heat

Former Bank of the Valley CFO sentenced to prison in $4.3 million fraud scheme

Culpepper and Merriweather Circus brings family entertainment to Pierce

Omaha Police Department dismantles methamphetamine conspiracy at airbnb rental

On January 3, investigators observed two individuals loading large totes from the Airbnb into a vehicle. Investigators stopped the vehicle. Inside the vehicle, 33 kilograms of pure methamphetamine in the totes.

Gov. Pillen to sign executive order suspending tax incentives for large-scale data centers

Improperly discarded e-scooter sparks fire at SWANN facility in Chadron

A fire at a Solid Waste Agency of Northwest Nebraska (SWANN) facility in Chadron on Friday was caused by an improperly disposed electric scooter, according to the agency.

Ghost gun company ordered to pay $100M in the death of a Kentucky teen in historic verdict

Dawson County gets temporary waiver from Medicaid work rules following Tyson plant closure

Democrat Cindy Burbank files paperwork to drop out of Nebraska US Senate race

Omaha-based Scoular to pay more than $10 million in foreign bribery case

Southeast Nebraska first responders again assist Western Nebraska tackle wildfires

First responders from across Southeast Nebraska have responded to four serious wildfires in other parts of the state so far this year, the latest of which broke out near Crawford earlier this month

Judge blocks Lincoln minimum wage ordinance during state's lawsuit

Troopers arrest five Impaired drivers during Oregon Trail Days

The Nebraska State Patrol issued several citations during Oregon Trail Days including Driving Under the Influence, Minor in Possession and Speeding.

Security First Bank celebrates merger

Security First Bank cut the ribbon on a new level of business after the company purchased 11 First Interstate Bank locations.

Troopers to increase patrols around Adams County Fair this weekend

Clatonia under boil water notice while well pumps are repaired

Clatonia residents are being asked to boil their water and restrict usage while a malfunctioning well field pump is replaced.

Court clears path for death penalty in deaths of Stromsburg couple and unborn baby

Fairbury to publicly debut new city home base at open house next Tuesday

Fairbury residents can tour the new city offices, council chambers, and incubator space next Tuesday.

Investing in American children

On July 4, tax-advantaged federal child savings accounts — known as Trump Accounts — became available to every U.S. citizen under the age of 18. For parents across our state, this opens a new avenue for building long-term financial security for their kids, starting from day one.

UNK students provide care, gain perspective during medical outreach trip to Peru

A group of University of Nebraska at Kearney students recently traveled more than 4,000 miles to this region of South America for a once-in-a-lifetime educational opportunity. They helped care for hundreds of patients while gaining valuable experience.

James Lucero sworn in as Kimball Chief of Police

WNCC soccer camp starts Monday

The Western Nebraska Community College soccer camp will start Monday (July 20) evening with middle and high school camps taking place. The camps will be held by Cougar coaches Eseah Ingram and Todd Rasnic. Camp registration is available on the WNCC athletic website at www.wnccathletics.com and then the camp/event banner.

Fifty years ago, a documentary chronicled a Nebraska high school’s class reunion. It’s about to hit the big screen

Omaha man sentenced to 30 years in child pornography case

Omaha man sentenced to 30 years for posing as teen girl to exploit children on Snapchat

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