The Nebraska volleyball program has announced the details for its 2025 Fan Day, Red-White Scrimmage and Alumni Match.

State officials say thousands of dollars in paychecks were sent to dead Nebraskans last year.

A charity event in Columbus drew in people from across Nebraska to across the globe. The Platte Valley BBQ and music festival included barbecue vendors, concerts, and dances.

U.S. Rep. Don Bacon who represents Nebraska's second district will not seek reelection.

Country music superstar Luke Bryan has canceled his performance at NEBRASKAland Days this Friday due to illness, but a start-studded friend is stepping up to take his place.

Columbus High’s Director of Athletics and Activities has announced the hiring of the Columbus High boys soccer program for the upcoming year.

Nebraska's auditor says state employees are still widely misusing State-owned vehicles for personal use.

Nebraska Game and Parks is looking to add excitement to fishing community ponds.

K.C. Belitz, Nebraska's Economic Development Director, resigned after a year in the role, right after starting a workforce development tour.

Tuesday through Thursday's forecasts are raising concerns for flash flooding.

A State Trooper is in the hospital Tuesday after the most serious in a string of crashes.

President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Iran had agreed to a “complete and total ceasefire" soon after Iran launched a limited missile attack Monday on a U.S. military base.

Playfly Sports and Nebraska Athletics announced Monday the hiring of Kyle Crooks as the new play-by-play voice of Nebraska Football.

The Tigers won their second national championship in three years Sunday with a 5-3 victory in the College World Series finals.

In northeast Nebraska, the lack of affordable, accessible child care is keeping parents out of the workforce. A new initiative in Norfolk aims to change that.

The five members of Nebraska's congressional delegation have issued statements after the United States launched airstrikes in an attempt to eradicate Iran's nuclear program.

A complete game shutout by LSU starting pitcher Kade Anderson has the Tigers one win away from another Men's College World Series title. 

President Donald Trump says Iran’s key nuclear sites were “completely and fully obliterated” by U.S. strikes.

In the sparsely populated Nebraska Panhandle, the City of Kimball is trying to grow. And thanks to investments from major local employers and the planned Air Force upgrade of missiles in nearby nuclear missile silos, the area soon could double in size. 

For the second year in a row, an effort for the state to pick up funding of public schools in Nebraska failed

With little precipitation expected along with extreme temperatures forecast across the region this weekend, Fairbury residents are being urged to conserve water.

University of Nebraska students will be paying more for their education in the coming year.

Norfolks Midwest Music Center is bringing together young musicians from across Northeast Nebraska for a week of musical mayhem.

Summer will make a dramatic entrance in the U.S. this week with a heat dome that will bring stifling temperatures and uncomfortable humidity to millions.

As they try to develop different ways to keep their doors open and services running, many social organizations like Hope Crisis Center and BVCA will continue to count on cooperation with county governments.

Charges have been filed against the man accused of shooting and killing his stepfather outside a Columbus Walmart last month.

Saturday is an event filled day for the United States with protests, birthdays, anniversaries, and more.

VALENTINE, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska will showcase the state's top cowboys and cowgirls on the biggest stage.

NCN is televising the Nebraska High School Rodeo Association (NeHSRA) state finals live from Valentine on Saturday, June 14.

The North team won the 67th annual Nebraska Shrine Bowl thanks to tough defense and balanced offense.

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week’s University Minute, University of Nebraska System President Dr. Jeff Gold highlights how the University of Nebraska trains and retains graduates to make the state's workforce stronger.

Some races came down to a fraction of a second and some familiar names turned in some dominant performances on the final day of the 2025 state track and field meet.

Athletes from Classes A and B thrilled thousands at Omaha Burke at the state track and field meet Wednesday and Thursday.

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week’s University Minute, University of Nebraska System President Dr. Jeff Gold discusses how the University of Nebraska is serving as a leader in digital and precision agriculture.

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LINCOLN, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska is televising the championship days of the Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) State Track Meet.

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week’s University Minute, University of Nebraska System President Dr. Jeff Gold explains why Dr. Neal Schnoor was selected as the priority candidate for chancellor at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.

GOTHENBURG, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska will be showcasing the state's most talented up and coming track stars on live TV.

NCN is televising the Nebraska Championship Meet live from Gothenburg on Saturday, May 17.

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week's University Minute, University of Nebraska System President, Dr. Jeff Gold highlights how NU's nearly $700 million in annual research benefits Nebraskans.

A jury has found that the Nebraska Republican Party defamed one of its own candidates during an ugly legislative race five years ago and ordered it to pay her $500,000.

LINCOLN, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska is televising a Husker women’s soccer match this weekend as part of the Husker Games spring festivities.

Nebraska is hosting an exhibition match against Wyoming on Saturday, with NCN’s live coverage starting at

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week's University Minute, University of Nebraska System President, Dr. Jeff Gold discusses next steps for NU after the Appropriations Committee approved a one-time 1.25% budget increase for the next two years.

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week's University Minute, University of Nebraska System President, Dr. Jeff Gold highlights the benefits of earning a college degree. He also points out how NU is working make earning a degree affordable for all Nebraskans.

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week's University Minute, University of Nebraska System President, Dr. Jeff Gold highlights the goals of NU's strategic plan.

COLUMBUS, Neb. — Lakeview High School has a new boys basketball coach.

On March 11, Governor Jim Pillen signed Nebraska Legislative Bill 609, the Controllable Electronic Record Fraud Prevention Act, into law.

LINCOLN, Neb. — Hundreds of aspiring volleyball stars learned from some of the best around on Sunday.

It didn't take the Lincoln Southeast Knights very long to make headlines in the 2025 spring soccer season after traveling to Columbus and beating the Discoverers 2-0.

LINCOLN, Neb. — Cross County is heading to the state semifinals for the second year in a row.

The Cougars defeated Cedar Catholic 41-38 at the Bob Devaney Sports Center on Thursday afternoon.

LINCOLN, Neb. - Howells-Dodge is on to the Class D-1 semifinals.

The Jaguars defeated Dundy Country Stratton 54-40 on at the Bob Devaney Sports Center on Wednesday evening.

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week's University Minute, University of Nebraska System President, Dr. Jeff Gold highlights how NU is proactively addressing the state's healthcare challenges.

The Defender beat the Cardinals 44-38

The Falcons routed Cross County 52-32

The Whippets took down the Shamrocks 42-37

Kent Boughton, a Hall of Fame broadcaster with 50+ years of experience, joins News Channel Nebraska as Chief Forecaster, delivering afternoon and evening weathercasts Monday-Thursday.

LINCOLN, Neb. — The Lincoln Christian girls showed why they are the team to beat in Class C-1.

The Crusaders defeated defeated North Bend Central 60-45 on Wednesday morning to advance to the semifinals of the NSAA State Tournament.

Investigations started in 2022, and now all three women who were arrested on sex trafficking related charges received their sentences at the beginning of 2025. 

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week's University Minute, University of Nebraska System President, Dr. Jeff Gold discusses NU's upcoming legislative budget hearing.

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week's University Minute, Nebraska System President, Dr. Jeff Gold discusses NU's economic impact on the state of Nebraska.

LINCOLN, Neb. — The rosters have been announced for the 66th Annual Nebraska Shrine Bowl.

The criteria for being selected includes being a graduating senior that is not only an outstanding football player but a high-character individual.

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week's University Minute, Nebraska System President, Dr. Jeff Gold shares why NU is asking the Nebraska Legislature to approve a 3.5% budget increase.

GOTHENBURG, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska is televising the girls/boys doubleheader between Valentine and Gothenburg with live coverage starting at 5:50 p.m. CT.

The game will also be streamed online via the NFHS Network.

OMAHA, Neb. — The Omaha Supernovas will once again be televised statewide on News Channel Nebraska.

News Channel Nebraska will televise six Supernovas home matches as Omaha looks to defend its Pro Volleyball Federation title in 2025.

Athletes from Concordia, Doane and Midland appeared on the AFCA's 2024 NAIA All-America teams, unveiled this week

BEATRICE, Neb. —News Channel Nebraska is televising the MUDECAS Boys Championships with live coverage starting at 5:35 p.m. CT.

The games will also be streamed online via the NFHS Network.

LINCOLN, Neb. —News Channel Nebraska is televising the girls/boys doubleheader between Kearney and Lincoln Northeast with live coverage starting at 4:50 p.m. CT.