State leaders rally behind LB 1261, hailing It as a historic step for Nebraska energy

Governor Jim Pillen joined state senators and public power leaders Tuesday morning to celebrate the passage of LB 1261, a new law aimed at shielding ratepayers from the costs of major industrial energy projects.

June 2, 2026Updated: June 2, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

State leaders rally behind LB 1261, hailing It as a historic step for Nebraska energy

Game and Parks talks bass regulations, as summer fishing heats up

Gage County Museum celebrates America's 250th with annual summer exhibit

One month later, Fairbury leaders discuss response to, recovery from historic severe storms

Six elected officials and city leaders in Fairbury sat down with us to recap how the city responded to and ultimately recovered from May's historic severe storms

Oklahoma dominates UNC, wins first College World Series since 1994

State

Tornado Watch issued for Northeast Colorado counties

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National Weather Service issues Tornado Watch for Nebraska Panhandle

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Southwest Nebraska and Northeast Colorado hit with Severe Weather Wednesday evening

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Rising from the ashes, Creighton Main Street staples find temporary home after devastating fire

2 hrs 57 mins ago

New eagle sculpture takes flight at Buffalo County Fairgrounds

4 hrs 30 mins ago

City of Kimball to host annual Fourth of July Pool Party

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Sports

4-H nationals bring thousands to Grand Island

June 24th 2026, 1:04 AM UTC

Oklahoma dominates UNC, wins first College World Series since 1994

June 23rd 2026, 5:00 AM UTC

Hundreds of hoopers compete at growing UNK basketball camp

June 23rd 2026, 12:01 AM UTC

UNC takes game two of CWS finals, forces winner-take-all Monday night

June 21st 2026, 11:56 PM UTC

Behind two homers from LeChance, Oklahoma takes game one of MCWS final

June 21st 2026, 12:31 AM UTC

Hundreds of wrestlers pack downtown Grand Island for Friday Night Lights event

June 20th 2026, 2:03 AM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

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

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

May 28th 2026, 7:44 PM UTC