Fire near Chadron reaches 90% containment, rugged terrain slows progress in northwest area

Fire managers say recent moisture and cooler temperatures have helped accelerate progress, bringing crews closer to fully containing the fire.

May 17, 2026Updated: May 17, 2026
By Casey Wonnenberg

Severe storm causes significant damage in Fairbury; cleanup process underway

Severe storm causes significant damage in Fairbury; cleanup process underway

Lightning to blame, for late night house fire in Beatrice

Lightning to blame, for late night house fire in Beatrice

Nebraska shakes off slow start, tops South Dakota 4-1

Nebraska shakes off slow start, tops South Dakota 4-1

STATE SENATE: Schoenrock leads Smith, Ideus leads Bock with primaries complete

STATE SENATE: Schoenrock leads Smith, Ideus leads Bock with primaries complete