Ashby Fire reaches 97% containment; cooler weather aids wildfire efforts

Ashby Fire now 97% contained as cooler, wetter weather moves in. Crews continue to monitor hotspots while fire danger remains in dry vegetation across Nebraska.

April 1, 2026Updated: April 1, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

1 / 2

Omaha man sentenced to 25 years for distributing child sexual abuse material

Huskers remain quiet on potential Dylan Raiola reunion vs. Ducks

Nebraska inmate accused of killing cellmate has murder case bound over to district court

City worker helps rescue a woman and her dog

The Auburn City Council applauded a seasonal worker Monday who led a rescue of a woman and her dog

State

Woman accused of finding, keeping Omaha firefighter’s child pornography

15 hrs 26 mins ago

Suspicious substance found at Sen. Ricketts’ office in Omaha

15 hrs 56 mins ago

Grand Island police K9 dies after being struck by vehicle

16 hrs 13 mins ago

Doane student dies in Texas in suspected murder-suicide

17 hrs 29 mins ago

Kimball cross country runner qualifies for State

17 hrs 52 mins ago

Banana Ball World Tour coming to Omaha in 2027

18 hrs 37 mins ago

Sports

Chadron handles Bridgeport in final home game

9 hrs 34 mins ago

Unbeaten Stanton holds off upset-minded Pender

11 hrs 12 mins ago

Lexington doubles duo of Neff, Diaz take #2 Doubles title

17 hrs ago

Sidney Lady Raiders Golf seeks to use state tournament as a stepping stone

18 hrs 52 mins ago

Previewing Nebraska/Oregon with Ben Kaufman of the Oregon Accelerator

23 hrs 37 mins ago

Norfolk forces seven turnovers, dominates Lincoln High

October 16th 2026, 1:07 PM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

September 25th 2026, 4:07 AM UTC

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

August 21st 2026, 7:10 PM UTC

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC