Authorities discovered a deceased driver inside a burned vehicle early Sunday, Nov. 16, after it crashed into a tree near the Lake Maloney outlet on North Lake Road, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office reported.

Nebraska State Poet Jewel Rodgers led a writing workshop at the Kearney Public Library, sharing her approach to poetry, creativity and collaboration while encouraging new writers to explore storytelling in fresh ways.

Kearney Police say two teens are behind a string of business burglaries reported on the south side of town over the weekend.

Emergency crews near Hastings are on the scene of a large anhydrous ammonia leak at a fertilizer plant.

Minden residents are being asked to weigh in on the future of the historic courthouse dome.

Nebraska State Patrol announced today a Colorado attempted homicide suspect was arrested in North Platte Thursday,. Troopers also found drugs, a handgun and stolen financial documents during the search.

A major expansion of cancer services is coming to central Nebraska as Kearney prepares to open a new comprehensive cancer center.

The Kearney Area Community Foundation launched the Community Critical Needs Fund, backed by a $75,000 challenge gift, to support local nonprofits helping families with essential needs.

Grand Island crews transported a Colorado Blue Spruce to Amur Plaza Thursday, setting up the centerpiece for the city’s Railside Christmas celebration on November 21.

The University of Nebraska at Kearney’s fifth annual One Day for UNK fundraiser set new records with 2,170 gifts totaling nearly $390,000, supporting scholarships, student programs and more.

UNK’s 24-hour giving day aims to strengthen opportunities for students across campus

Direct Chicago flights will return to Kearney for the first time since 2022 under a new SkyWest agreement.

There's a new graduate from the Central Nebraska Veterans Treatment Court — a program helping veterans rebuild.

People across the state of Nebraska turned their gaze to the north on Tuesday night to take in a rare sight - the Aurora Borealis.

The U.S. military and music have had a long history together. That’s particularly evident in the 43rd Army Band.

After 25 years and a state championship, the Bearcats’ longtime leader says it’s the right time to step aside.

Two central Nebraska veterans with more than 40 years of combined service are looking back on their project that honors all Nebraska veterans.

People in Hastings will soon need to take extra care with where they ride their E-Bikes or scooters.

The Grand Island community came together Monday to honor veterans and a local leader.

A Grand Island man is charged with attempted first-degree murder among other crimes following a stabbing of his ex-partner over the weekend.

A former North Platte Community College softball coach and faculty member is suing the college on discrimination and retaliation claims.

Kearney City Council will consider a proposal from SkyWest Airlines to add a daily flight to Chicago.

The Knot Shop is a new soft-baked pretzel store from local entrepreneur Kyle Sayler, and it officially opens its doors Friday, November 7 at 6 p.m.

Hastings College is expanding its athletics program by adding three new varsity sports for the 2026-27 season.

The last 0-3 team to go this far in the C2 playoffs won the state title

Grand Island’s firefighters have moved into the new Fire Station #3, and crews have begun demolishing the old station that served the city since 1987.

Nebraska’s own B.J. Jamison won Artist of the Year in the Country Traditional/Classic category at the Josie Music Awards.

The numbers are in for the $27 million bond for the Minden School District.

Kearney High has a new head volleyball coach, just one day after the resignation of previous head coach Stephanie Horsley.

A North Platte man died Monday night after his motorized bicycle was struck by a box truck at the intersection of 12th and Jeffers.

LINCOLN, Neb. — State Senator Dan McKeon of Amherst has issued a public apology after being charged with public indecency and facing calls from Gov. Jim Pillen to resign over an alleged inappropriate remark and gesture made towards a staffer during

A video from Kearney shows a train crashing into a crew member’s vehicle after it became stuck on the tracks Monday night.

On Monday, state and local leaders celebrated the completion of a $47.8 million expansion of U.S. Highway 30 in Grand Island.

One person has died following an accident involving a semi-truck.

Food donations have been pouring in all over Nebraska

A heated argument turned into an hours-long standoff in southwest North Platte on Saturday, according to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.

A woman escaped with minor injuries after her vehicle rolled and caught fire south of Sutherland on Saturday evening.

A teenager from North Platte was killed Friday evening in a crash on Highway 83, a few miles north of the city.

A $14 million housing project is underway in Hastings, adding affordable and workforce housing to meet community needs.

A Grand Island man is facing federal charges in relation to a shooting incident earlier this month.

State Sen. Dan McKeon of Amherst has been cited for misdemeanor “public indecency” from an incident at lawmakers’ end-of-session party this spring.

Park Elementary in Kearney celebrated its National Blue Ribbon School honor with a community event featuring students, staff, and state education leaders.

One of the partners in the $600 million renewable diesel plant under construction in Hastings is now taking over full ownership of the project.

Prosecutors say a Holdrege couple used a school connection to groom a Nebraska teen in a sex trafficking case now gaining national attention.

Kearney is moving forward with building a new fire hall after approving funding for the new facility.

Visit Kearney officials say the city continues to hold its own against larger Nebraska markets — and they’re determined to keep it that way.

The Hastings Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a veterans recognition dinner on Wednesday evening.

Nebraska’s child welfare watchdog has launched an investigation and the governor has promised accountability after multiple allegations surfaced in recent weeks of staff sexually abusing teenagers at a state-run center in Kearney.

A Hastings family has won their forth Halloween decoration contest since 2020.

Royal Engineered Composites announced it will add about 50 new positions to its current team of 175 employee-owners, with several jobs open immediately and more to be filled in the coming months.

Kearney Public Schools announcing that Jake Redman has been named head softball coach.

Karen Geisler has been sentenced to decades in prison just over year after her husband was found shot to death.

A judge announcing the plan to turn McCook’s Work Ethic Camp into an ICE detention center can move forward, at least for now.

An Ansley family has transformed their home into the "Gibbons Grotto," turning Halloween scares into donations that help a local girl battle a rare brain condition.

Gothenburg sophomore Scout Bell claimed the Class C girls state championship Friday at the NSAA State Cross Country Meet in Kearney.

Gov. Jim Pillen announced that ICE inspectors have certified a Nebraska state prison to begin receiving federal detainees.

Big ideas and community spirit came together Thursday night inside the World Theatre for the annual Big Idea Buffalo County Pitch Competition.

A former Nebraska high school teacher and football coach will face sentencing in a sexual assault case involving an underage student.

Sheriff’s officials say a farm tractor pulled the semi off the tracks.

Hastings College marked a milestone Tuesday with a topping-off ceremony for "The 1882," which is a new residence hall set to open next fall.

Anthony Mattison will be sentenced November 26th in Hastings for crimes in both Adams and Clay Counties.

Sheriff Rick Conrad announced his retirement Tuesday, and the county board voted to accept it.

Kearney city leaders passed new rules defining where and how e-bikes, scooters and ATVs can operate.

A pitcher's duel turned into a 7th inning slugfest, and after the dust settled, Hastings St. Cecilia claimed their first Class C softball state title after a walk-off single by Maddi Bauer.