Latest version of Medicaid waiver changes heads to second public comment period ending March 4

The Big Ten announced its 2026 football schedule on Tuesday, providing all 18 schools with dates for their nine conference games.

The Hastings City Council rejected a proposal Monday to dismantle a key advisory board.

Nebraska’s governor is making a move to crack down on what he calls a dangerous THC market.

Nebraska Auditors say that Hall county was overcharged tens of thousands of dollars on a lease for the Extension office in Grand Island.

Over 150 residents attended a Kearney County planning meeting to discuss potential wind turbines.

Aurora High School and Aurora Middle school were placed on lockdown after threats on Monday.

On Monday, Kearney Fire fighters battled a car fire near a local baseball field.

Gov. Jim Pillen officially filled to run for re-election as Governor of Nebraska.

Anthony Adams has been sentenced to 25 - 45 years for firing a stolen gun and breaking into county employees’ vehicles.

Arcadia/Loup City senior Rylee Kursave, the No. 1 ranked Class B wrestler at 170 pounds and defending state champion, is ESPN Tri-Cities Female Athlete of the Month.

After issues with Jordan's Way's founder, the Blair Animal shelter was forced to cancel a fundraiser before it even started.

State leaders plan to move all boys out of Kearney’s state-run youth treatment center months after multiple allegations of sexual abuse there. 

The National Weather service says that very cold temperatures and strong winds are producing life-threatening wind chills ranging from -20 to -35 degrees this morning.

When Rachel Woollen gave birth to quadruplets 17 weeks early, they had a less than 4% chance of all surviving. They’re about to celebrate their 18th birthday.

Minden is asking residents to complete a survey to help determine whether a community wellness center is feasible and what form it could take.

A U.S. Department of Justice request for voter data is facing some pushback in Nebraska.

State leaders in Nebraska plan to move boys from Kearney’s youth treatment center to a youth prison in Omaha after allegations of sexual abuse.

Pleasanton senior Brennan Lindner is ESPN Tri-Cities Male Athlete of the Month of December 2025.

A grass fire broke out near the west exit of Grand Island along Interstate 80 on Wednesday afternoon, creating flames and smoke visible from miles away and prompting a multi-agency response. 

Nebraska's governor is pushing Tyson to make decisions about the future of its facility as the corporation shuts down its operations.

A vehicle fire at a livestock operation northeast of Kearney prompting a large response from local crews Wednesday.

An Ohio man accused of killing a Missouri resident at a rest stop near Grand Island has again been ruled unfit to stand trial.

Former state senator Lynne Walz announced Wednesday morning that she is going to seek the Democratic nomination for governor in the May primary.

Mayor foresees mega convenience store with 100 gas pumps as catalyst for city’s ‘good life district’

A California man was taken into custody by Nebraska State Patrol following a January 13 incident in Aurora, Neb.

Kearney animal shelters partnered with national fundraising organization "Jordan’s Way" to raise money and awareness through a live, interactive donation event.

A Grand Island woman charged with 46 counts of theft has been deemed incompetent for trial again.

President and CEO of the Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce announced he is stepping down after eight years. 

A former wrestler at Hastings College is being accused of recording his roommate while she was in the shower. 

A 39-year-old was arrested in connection with multiple burglary investigations in Grand Island.

A bill would require Nebraska lawmakers to complete a civics knowledge test within 90 days of taking their oath in office.

A longtime Kearney restaurant is closing its doors for good.

American Automobile Experience expands hours to seven days a week in Kearney.

A Nebraska senator wants schools to teach students the dangers of communism. State Sen. Dave Murman of Glenvil, proposed LB 1024 last week.

Tax season is about to begin as 1099s and W-2s arrive in mailboxes across Nebraska. 

The U.S. Department of Education announced it is pausing plans to garnish wages of student loan borrowers in default. The seizure of tax refunds and other federal benefits from borrowers with student loan debt are also being delayed.

A mobile home in Kearney is unlivable after fire ripped through the back half of the residence on Saturday night.

UNK's wrestling program unveiled its 2025 NCAA D-2 national championship banner Friday night.

Rep. Adrian Smith has filed for re-election in Nebraska’s 3rd Congressional District, citing work on tax relief, agriculture, trade and border security as he seeks another term in Congress.

Central Nebraska's arts scene is drawing attention nationwide, with Kearney being recognized as one of America’s most artistic communities. The recognition comes from the 2025 Arts Vibrancy Index, with Kearney being the only Nebraska

A new tap house is officially open in Minden, giving Central Nebraska beer fans another place to gather.

In partnership with the Nebraska Civil Support Team and other response teams in the region, the Grand Island Fire Department completed specialized hazardous materials training.

The Senate appropriations committee secured these funds for water infrastructure, law enforcement, and research institution projects, according to a press release from Sen. Deb Fischer's office.

LINCOLN, Neb. - While insisting concerns of a budget crisis in Nebraska are overblown, Governor Jim Pillen is proposing a nine figure cut in spending. During his annual State of the State address Thursday morning, Governor Pillen proposed $495 million wor

The University of Nebraska is moving forward with purchasing Clarkson Regional Health’s share of Nebraska Medicine.

The race for Adams County Sheriff is taking shape as a second Republican candidate enters the contest.

A former teacher in Central Nebraska was sentenced to 90 days at the frontier county jail, along with five years of probation. 30 year old Nicholas High of Bertrand, was found guilty of attempted manufacture visual depiction, sexual abuse by a school empl

Plans to close Central City’s Fox Theater are now on hold after an outpouring of community support.

Sports betting is allowed at casinos in Nebraska but not on your phone, like it is in 38 other states.

A Lexington grocery store employee is receiving community recognition after nearly 19 years of service.

Euni Diediker has been running Euni’s Palace for more than 40 years.

Lexington families are already feeling the impact of the Tyson plant shutdown, as workers report hours being cut and positions being terminated early.

The path for the next generation of educators is now more streamlined in central Nebraska.

A Grand Island man faces theft charges after being accused of taking thousands of dollars from a local business.

Ground is officially broken on a $35 million infrastructure project in Hastings.

The Trails & Rails Museum in Kearney is debuting a new traveling exhibit that focuses on the founding of America's freedom.

The Grand Island Police Department determined it was a swatting call they received around 2:15 p.m.

A fire broke out Friday evening at the former Log Cabin convenience store just west of North Platte along U.S. Highway 30, drawing all three North Platte fire stations to the scene, authorities said.

Grand Island’s new collegiate summer baseball team officially has a name.

A former Franklin Public Schools football coach will spend years in prison after sentencing in a sexual abuse case involving a student.

Despite only starting to offer the sport in 2023-24 school year, the Bearcats have 42 girls out and the team is currently ranked third in Class A.

As the Tyson beef plant prepares to close in Lexington, local nonprofits are opening a new food pantry to help families facing uncertainty.

Kiddie Cove Family Childcare Center will open at the Phelps County Ag Center following renovations and a building-wide safety upgrade funded by local grants and county support.