As Nebraska early reading scores decline, literacy events aim to help families

Nebraska’s early reading scores continue to trend downward, with fourth-grade proficiency falling to 28% in 2024 — the lowest level recorded.

February 26, 2026Updated: February 26, 2026

By Casey Wonnenberg

Fairbury airport manager Sandi Decker inducted into Nebraska Aviation Hall of Fame

Fairbury airport manager Sandi Decker inducted into Nebraska Aviation Hall of Fame

CANDIDATE FORUM: Beatrice mayoral race takes to candidate forum

CANDIDATE FORUM: Beatrice mayoral race takes to candidate forum

CANDIDATE FORUM: Sheriff's candidates discuss several issues

CANDIDATE FORUM: Sheriff's candidates discuss several issues

Boomgaarn gets probation term after attempted child enticement case

Boomgaarn gets probation term after attempted child enticement case

State

Fairbury airport manager Sandi Decker inducted into Nebraska Aviation Hall of Fame

8 hrs 47 mins ago

‘Magic every time’ sandhill crane knowledge and appreciation

10 hrs 14 mins ago

UNK honors Hamiltons with atrium naming after $5M rural health gift

14 hrs 8 mins ago

Ronald McDonald House launches first Nebraska Family Kitchen

15 hrs 50 mins ago

Hoiberg Named AP National Coach of the Year

16 hrs ago

Western Nebraska wildfires fully contained as command set to return to local departments

16 hrs 26 mins ago

Sports

April 4 (2:45 PM CT) - Indy Ignite vs Omaha Supernovas (NCN TV)

16 hrs 12 mins ago

Colorado sports notes: Tyler Freeman drives in winning run in 10th as Rockies beat Blue Jays 2-1

April 1st 2026, 8:55 PM UTC

WNCC’s Lashley ready to lead her Anguilla national team in CONCACAF qualifier

April 1st 2026, 3:37 PM UTC

Eagles Sweep 5000 Meters at Central Nebraska Challenge

March 31st 2026, 10:25 PM UTC

Johnston hits a 2-run homer as the Rockies rout the Blue Jays 14-5 for their 1st win of the season

March 31st 2026, 10:21 PM UTC

Cougar notes: WNCC softball plays tough against No. 25 McCook despite falling

March 30th 2026, 9:39 AM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

3 hrs 6 mins ago

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

March 28th 2026, 6:34 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

March 22nd 2026, 3:26 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety

March 15th 2026, 6:17 AM UTC

‘Worst-case scenario’: Fertilizer, fuel cost spikes hitting Nebraska farmers hard

March 11th 2026, 2:53 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Haag shares 100 years of Nebraskaland

March 8th 2026, 3:20 AM UTC