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Kearney World War ll veteran celebrates 100th birthday
Kearney World War ll veteran celebrates 100th birthday

The World War ll veteran and longtime Kearney resident is turning 100.

UNL, UnitedHealthcare, NCN announce new Future of Nebraska scholarship

UNL, UnitedHealthcare, NCN announce new Future of Nebraska scholarship

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s College of Business has a new way of helping students financially.

Beef Wellington: The Pet of the Week

Beef Wellington: The Pet of the Week

If you’re interested in making Beef Wellington a part of your family, you can contact the Paws & Claws Adoption Center at 402-562-5683.

Columbus driver involved in rollover accident near Howells

Columbus driver involved in rollover accident near Howells

A woman from Columbus was involved in a rollover accident near Howells and her vehicle is a total loss.

Midwest Music Fest Nebraska

Midwest Music Fest Nebraska

News Channel Nebraska presents the first annual Midwest Music Fest - Nebraska at the Buffalo County Fairgrounds in Kearney (3807 Ave. N)!

Huskers prep for new look at running back, aim for defensive improvement

Huskers prep for new look at running back, aim for defensive improvement

The Huskers continue prep for final non-conference game of the year.

Rhule announces major injury news, looks into QB position

Rhule announces major injury news, looks into QB position

Matt Rhule confirmed that running backs Gabe Ervin Jr and Rahmir Johnson and defensive back Dwight Bootle are out for the year.

NCN, Medica partner for Stretch Across Nebraska

NCN, Medica partner for Stretch Across Nebraska

Anyone looking for some motivation to stay active this fall has a way to get out, be healthy, and maybe get their school district some money in the process.

HIGHLIGHTS: Haarberg shines, Huskers dominate in first win of year

HIGHLIGHTS: Haarberg shines, Huskers dominate in first win of year

Nebraska picked up their first win of the year on Saturday night, topping Northern Illinois 35-11. 

Nebraska museums have yet to return over 100 sets of Native American remains

Nebraska museums have yet to return over 100 sets of Native American remains

The inability to provide a proper burial is a familiar atrocity for tribes across the U.S., where the push to correct those injustices has found renewed energy since the 2021 discovery of mass graves at Indian boarding schools in Canada. 

Long time Aquinas head coach to be honored, doesn’t see coaching career ending

Long time Aquinas head coach to be honored, doesn’t see coaching career ending

Aquinas Catholic head coach Ron Mimick will be honored at Saturday's game for his induction into the Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame.

Schuyler man to serve up to 10 years in prison for sex offenses

Schuyler man to serve up to 10 years in prison for sex offenses

A 24-year-old Schuyler man has been sentenced to prison for sexual assault and other charges. 

Gov. Pillen appoints Tom Briese as state treasurer

Gov. Pillen appoints Tom Briese as state treasurer

Gov. Jim Pillen announced that he has appointed Senator Tom Briese as state treasurer on Thursday. 

Stan: The Pet of the Week

Stan: The Pet of the Week

If you're interested in making Stan a part of your family, you can contact the Paws & Claws Adoption Center at 402-562-5683.

'They're a solid team': Huskers not overlooking Northern Illinois

'They're a solid team': Huskers not overlooking Northern Illinois

Northern Illinois has a history of beating power five opponents, such as the Huskers in 2017 and Boston College just two weeks ago. 

Looking for a refill? McDonald’s is saying goodbye to self-serve soda in the coming years

Looking for a refill? McDonald’s is saying goodbye to self-serve soda in the coming years

Say goodbye to refilling that Coke. McDonald’s is getting rid of self-served soda.

House of Colour helps people find their perfect style season

House of Colour helps people find their perfect style season

One store in northeast Nebraska is helping customers find their perfect style season based in the perfect colors.

New app created to help local bars find bartenders

New app created to help local bars find bartenders

Barback, a new app created to help local bar owners who need bartenders, especially on busy game days. 

Husker offense backs Sims at QB, defense looking for more turnovers

Husker offense backs Sims at QB, defense looking for more turnovers

As Nebraska heads into their home opener this weekend with Northern Illinois, the offense and defense continue to trend in different directions. 

Final four announced in Nebraska competition

Final four announced in Nebraska competition

The “Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska” competition announced their final four contestants.

Rhule talks quarterback position, looks ahead to NIU, responds to CU criticism

Rhule talks quarterback position, looks ahead to NIU, responds to CU criticism

Nebraska is turning the page on the 36-14 loss to Colorado and beginning to look ahead to this weekend's home opener with Northern Illinois at Memorial Stadium.

Gov. Pillen and Nebraska trade delegation meets with Japanese officials

Gov. Pillen and Nebraska trade delegation meets with Japanese officials

Gov. Pillen, speaking from Japan on Monday, said a Nebraska trade delegation is winding down its weeklong mission that he said is building upon relationships the state has with international trade partners and businesses including Kawasaki Motors.

Governor: 'Only dial 911 if you have a true emergency'

Governor: 'Only dial 911 if you have a true emergency'

Emergency services across Nebraska are having a tough time tonight.

UPDATE: State of Nebraska police line down

UPDATE: State of Nebraska police line down

The 911 police line is currently down throughout the state of Nebraska.

Flood: Affordable housing a top priority in Nebraska's 1st Congressional District

Flood: Affordable housing a top priority in Nebraska's 1st Congressional District

LINCOLN, Neb. — Community leaders across Nebraska's 1st Congressional District are calling for more quality housing options, according to their Congressman.

Northeast sweeps soccer doubleheader vs. Central; both squads move to 4-0

Northeast sweeps soccer doubleheader vs. Central; both squads move to 4-0

Both of Northeast Community College's soccer teams will remain in the top 10 nationally after each squad moved to 4-0 with impressive victories over Central Community College Sunday night.

Petition drive to stop 'school choice' going down to the wire

Petition drive to stop 'school choice' going down to the wire

The deadline to turn in thousands of names is
Wednesday.

Bauer's four touchdown performance surges Norfolk past Columbus

Bauer's four touchdown performance surges Norfolk past Columbus

The battle for the Maroon Cup always has the cities of Norfolk and Columbus on edge and for the second straight season, the Panthers reclaim the bragging rights after a 28-14 victory over the Discoverers.

Petition fight over 'school choice' going down to the wire

Petition fight over 'school choice' going down to the wire

About the only thing the two sides agree on, is that the other side is lying.

LIVE NOW - Columbus vs Norfolk (NCN TV)

LIVE NOW - Columbus vs Norfolk (NCN TV)

NORFOLK, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska is televising the game between Columbus and Norfolk starting at 6:45 p.m. CT.

Lincoln lands new $335 million state prison

Lincoln lands new $335 million state prison

The specific location is 112th and Adams on the city’s northeast side.

Court upholds NE 12-week abortion ban, appeal likely

Court upholds NE 12-week abortion ban, appeal likely

A Lancaster County judge ruling Friday that the ban does not violate the Nebraska Constitution’s so-called “single subject” rule.

Nebraska job crunch brings immigration questions

Nebraska job crunch brings immigration questions

Jim Vokal, Platte Institute: "If there's a way to get some folks that are already here in the state and translate that into to people working in Nebraska and fill jobs, I think people will have an interest in looking at what those policy solutions are.”

Two injured in accident with state trooper near Fremont

Two injured in accident with state trooper near Fremont

A crash involving a state trooper near Fremont resulted in two people going to the hospital.

McGraw's 2024 Standing Room Only Tour to make stop in Omaha

McGraw's 2024 Standing Room Only Tour to make stop in Omaha

'I like it, I love it' singer, Tim McGraw announces his Standing Room Only Tour for 2024.

Nebraska Shrine Bowl announces head coaches for 2024

Nebraska Shrine Bowl announces head coaches for 2024

LINCOLN, Neb. — A northeast Nebraska and capital city coach will be leading their respective teams in the 2024 Nebraska Shrine Bowl.

Severe weather moves across Nebraska Monday morning

Severe weather moves across Nebraska Monday morning

A series of storms that started just before 2:00 a.m. Monday has moved into southeast Nebraska.

INTERVIEW - Head Coach Jonathon Francisco

INTERVIEW - Head Coach Jonathon Francisco

Head Coach Jonathon Francisco

INTERVIEW - Peyton Blinn talks win over Bombers

INTERVIEW - Peyton Blinn talks win over Bombers

Peyton Blinn talks win over Bombers

TOP PLAYS - Rail Riders outlast Bombers, 4-3

TOP PLAYS - Rail Riders outlast Bombers, 4-3

Rail Riders outlast Bombers, 4-3

Accusations fly in petition fight over tax credit for private school scholarships

Accusations fly in petition fight over tax credit for private school scholarships

Heated allegations were lodged Thursday by advocates for and against a petition drive seeking to overturn Nebraska’s new tax credit for donations funding private school scholarships.

Abortion, transgender fight moves to the courtroom

Abortion, transgender fight moves to the courtroom

When Gov. Jim Pillen signed into law a new 12-week abortion ban and restrictions on health care for transgender minors (LB574) he set off a major legal fight.

Abortion ban, transgender health care limits back in court as Pillen stands firm

Abortion ban, transgender health care limits back in court as Pillen stands firm

NCN’s Joe Jordan spoke with Governor Jim Pillen about the law, which critics also claim is bad for business in Nebraska.

Nebraska Democrats pass on censure, seek new action after failing to reach quorum

Nebraska Democrats pass on censure, seek new action after failing to reach quorum

Members of the Nebraska Democratic Party will forgo a censure resolution against one of its elected officials in favor of a different action plan after failing at a Saturday meeting to reach quorum.

TOP PLAYS: Black Sox beat Haymakers 11-3

TOP PLAYS: Black Sox beat Haymakers 11-3

Black Sox beat Haymakers 11-3

INTERVIEW: Steenbock talks Black Sox win

INTERVIEW: Steenbock talks Black Sox win

Steenbock talks Black Sox win

INTERVIEW: Vern Hasty talks Black Sox win

INTERVIEW: Vern Hasty talks Black Sox win

Vern Hasty talks Black Sox win

Kleeb on ’24 Senate races: ‘We do have a couple of candidates’

Kleeb on ’24 Senate races: ‘We do have a couple of candidates’

Senators Deb Fischer and Pete Ricketts both face the voters next year.

Police promise 'proactive' security for College World Series

Police promise 'proactive' security for College World Series

And as always there’s a long, long list of items not allowed in the stadium

INTERVIEW - Murcek talks win over Cropdusters

INTERVIEW - Murcek talks win over Cropdusters

Murcek talks win over Cropdusters

INTERVIEW - Jonathan Francisco talks win over Cropdusters

INTERVIEW - Jonathan Francisco talks win over Cropdusters

Jonathan Francisco talks win over Cropdusters

TOP PLAYS - Rail Riders over Cropdusters, 2-1

TOP PLAYS - Rail Riders over Cropdusters, 2-1

Rail Riders over Cropdusters, 2-1

China's space plans worry Ricketts

China's space plans worry Ricketts

Concerns rise as Secretary Blinken heads to China for talks

Citing 'love for home,' Bahl announces transfer from Oklahoma

Citing 'love for home,' Bahl announces transfer from Oklahoma

The ace of Oklahoma's past two national championship softball teams is transferring, and she appears to be heading back to her home state.

Pillen names new head of Department of Economic Development

Pillen names new head of Department of Economic Development

K.C. Belitz' annual salary is $215,000

South tops North 17-7 in 65th Nebraska Shrine Bowl

South tops North 17-7 in 65th Nebraska Shrine Bowl

KEARNEY, Neb. — A near two-hour weather delay was apparently exactly what the South Team needed on Saturday night.

Aksarben Foundation leading new $20 million internship program aimed at keeping workforce in Nebraska

Aksarben Foundation leading new $20 million internship program aimed at keeping workforce in Nebraska

OMAHA, Neb — A local nonprofit is working to keep the state's young workforce in Nebraska.

Voter photo ID moves closer to final passage, lawsuit threatened

Voter photo ID moves closer to final passage, lawsuit threatened

State Sen. Julie Slama conducting a one-senator filibuster

Pillen questioned on 12-week abortion ban

Pillen questioned on 12-week abortion ban

The state's new 12-week restriction on abortion is staunchly backed by Republican Gov. Jim Pillen, who was asked by NCN if doctors who perform abortions after 12 weeks will be criminally prosecuted.

Early voting questions linger in battle over photo IDs

Early voting questions linger in battle over photo IDs

If Senator Julie Slama loses she is all but promising a court fight

Legislature advances changes to Voter ID

Legislature advances changes to Voter ID

Slama says amendment is not what voters approved in last election

Pillen signs controversial abortion/transgender bill into law

Pillen signs controversial abortion/transgender bill into law

The 12-week abortion ban replaces a 20-week ban.

Fatal accident Sunday at Greenwood

Fatal accident Sunday at Greenwood

Greenwood woman killed in two-vehicle accident

Stormy GOP infighting as voter ID debate off and running

Stormy GOP infighting as voter ID debate off and running

One thing both sides agree on: If no bill passes a special session is likely

Bishop Neumann and Osceola girls claim state track titles; Chase County and Plainview earn gold in boys

Bishop Neumann and Osceola girls claim state track titles; Chase County and Plainview earn gold in boys

OMAHA, Neb -- The NSAA State Track and Field Championships saw four programs win their first ever team title on Saturday.