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Jefferson County Commissioner Mark Schoenrock announces campaign for Nebraska Senate
Jefferson County Commissioner Mark Schoenrock announces campaign for Nebraska Senate

Jefferson County Commissioner Mark Schoenrock formally announced his candidacy for term-limited Senator Tom Brandt's District 32 seat in the Nebraska Legislature.

Columbus voters approve sales tax extension for economic development

Columbus voters approve sales tax extension for economic development

COLUMBUS, Neb. Columbus voters have approved an extension of the city's sales tax and authorized a portion of the revenue for economic development projects.

Large crowds gather in Omaha to protest ICE

Large crowds gather in Omaha to protest ICE

Hundreds of people are responding to an ICE raid in Omaha with a protest.

APACE and Region V Systems execs deliver updates in Jefferson County

APACE and Region V Systems execs deliver updates in Jefferson County

Officials from Region V Systems and APACE stopped in to Jefferson County to showcase how their regional orgs provide local services to people working through mental health concerns or developmental disabilities.

ICE detains Omaha plant workers, Rep. Bacon says warrant was for stolen identities

ICE detains Omaha plant workers, Rep. Bacon says warrant was for stolen identities

Many in Omaha are in shock on Tuesday after Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents raided multiple businesses.

Police say ICE raid happening in Omaha

Police say ICE raid happening in Omaha

Omaha Police have confirmed there are active ICE raids happening Tuesday.

News Channel Nebraska to televise the Nebraska high school rodeo state finals

News Channel Nebraska to televise the Nebraska high school rodeo state finals

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.

North team wins 67th Nebraska Shrine Bowl 28-21

North team wins 67th Nebraska Shrine Bowl 28-21

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

Sen. Brandt, NACO Director Cannon discuss property tax, inheritance tax, other items in end-of-session review in Jefferson County

Sen. Brandt, NACO Director Cannon discuss property tax, inheritance tax, other items in end-of-session review in Jefferson County

In a wide-ranging review of this legislative session, State Senator Tom Brandt and NACO executive director Jon Cannon discussed property tax, inheritance tax, school consolidations, and many other topics: read our roundup for all the insight.

Oakland-Craig duo makes Shrine Bowl a family affair

Oakland-Craig duo makes Shrine Bowl a family affair

In this year's 67th Nebraska Shrine Bowl, there's more than just talent on the field. There's family.

‘Shot down at every turn’: Nebraska school districts frequently deny transfers to kids with disabilities

‘Shot down at every turn’: Nebraska school districts frequently deny transfers to kids with disabilities

Across Nebraska, students with individualized education programs made up 38% of the option enrollment rejections despite accounting for 17% of school kids.

North Team celebrates statewide spirit at Shrine Bowl

North Team celebrates statewide spirit at Shrine Bowl

Whether it's from the Panhandle, the Northwest, or the Plains, or even an 8-man program, the players on the North team are making the most of their chance to shine in one of the state's biggest football stages.

Nance County supervisor named Nebraska county board member of the year

Nance County supervisor named Nebraska county board member of the year

Nance County supervisor is being recognized for his support for the community.

Nebraska teacher arrested for 10 counts of possessing child porn

Nebraska teacher arrested for 10 counts of possessing child porn

A Nebraska high school basketball coach is being charged with 10 counts of possession of child porn. 

Five Husker legends to join Athletics Hall of Fame in 2025

Five Husker legends to join Athletics Hall of Fame in 2025

Five distinguished student-athletes make up the 2025 University of Nebraska Athletics Hall of Fame class.

Nebraska is the latest state to ban transgender students from girls' sports

Nebraska is the latest state to ban transgender students from girls' sports

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signed into law Wednesday a measure banning transgender students from girls' sports, making the state the latest to keep transgender athletes from competing on women's and girls' teams.

2025 Sertoma 8-man football All-Star Classic rosters announced

2025 Sertoma 8-man football All-Star Classic rosters announced

The rosters for the 48th annual Sertoma 8-man football All-Star Classic have been revealed. 

Nebraska tractor relay raising money for veterans

Nebraska tractor relay raising money for veterans

The Nebraska Antique Tractor Association is raising money for veterans this week during their annual Tracker Relay Across Nebraska.

45th anniversary for Night of the Twisters

45th anniversary for Night of the Twisters

Today marks the 45th Anniversary of the June 3, 1980 Grand Island tornadoes when seven twisters dropped from one of the largest supercell thunderstorms in our nation's history.

Keisei Tominaga returning home, signs with Levanga Hokkaido

Keisei Tominaga returning home, signs with Levanga Hokkaido

Keisei Tominaga's basketball career will continue in his home country. 

More than a game: The heart behind Nebraska's 67th annual Shrine Bowl

More than a game: The heart behind Nebraska's 67th annual Shrine Bowl

The best high school football players in the state are in Kearney this week, preparing for the 67th annual Shrine Bowl this Saturday.

Nebraska Speaker of the Legislature credits colleagues for handling challenging session

Nebraska Speaker of the Legislature credits colleagues for handling challenging session

Senator John Arch says uncertainty at the federal level could present further budget challenges

Col. Bryan Waugh inaugurated as superintendent of Nebraska State Patrol

Col. Bryan Waugh inaugurated as superintendent of Nebraska State Patrol

The Nebraska State Patrol officially has their nineteenth Superintendent.

The Flying Nun: Sister Stephanie, 81, rappels down Omaha building as she keeps lifting up city’s neediest

The Flying Nun: Sister Stephanie, 81, rappels down Omaha building as she keeps lifting up city’s neediest

The people waiting their turn to rappel down the 17-story Highline Apartments building had strict instructions: Don’t come up to the roof until we come get you.

As Nebraska reports first measles case in eight years, state contends with increasing religious vaccine exemptions

As Nebraska reports first measles case in eight years, state contends with increasing religious vaccine exemptions

On May 27, Nebraska confirmed its first measles case since 2017.

FBI says 6 injured in Colorado attack by man with makeshift flamethrower who yelled 'Free Palestine'

FBI says 6 injured in Colorado attack by man with makeshift flamethrower who yelled 'Free Palestine'

A man with a makeshift flamethrower yelled “Free Palestine” and threw an incendiary device into a group that had assembled to raise attention for Israeli hostages in Gaza, law enforcement officials said Sunday.

Easton Carmichael homers twice, Oklahoma rolls past Huskers 17-1 to reach regional final

Easton Carmichael homers twice, Oklahoma rolls past Huskers 17-1 to reach regional final

Easton Carmichael homered twice and drove in four runs, Oklahoma matched its season high with 18 hits and Cade Crossland scattered five hits over seven innings as the Sooners advanced to the Chapel Hill Regional final with a 17-1 rout of Nebraska.

Celebrating 50 Years: Nebraska's American Indian Youth School Honored with Dedication Service and Historical Marker

Celebrating 50 Years: Nebraska's American Indian Youth School Honored with Dedication Service and Historical Marker

The Genoa Indian School Foundation offers a message of hope and awareness, preserving the school's history for future generations and encouraging healing through acknowledgment of the past.

Nebraska Game and Parks increasing patrol to limit alcohol-related incidents in parks, WMA's

Nebraska Game and Parks increasing patrol to limit alcohol-related incidents in parks, WMA's

Nebraska Game and Parks will take additional measures this summer to limit the number of alcohol related accidents within parks and Wildlife Management Areas. 

Convicted murderer, Aubrey Trail, denied relief from death row.

Convicted murderer, Aubrey Trail, denied relief from death row.

A man is staying on death row for the murder of a northeast Nebraska woman.

University Minute: Strengthening Nebraska's Workforce

University Minute: Strengthening Nebraska's Workforce

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.

Tight races and record-setting times highlight Class C and D state track and field final

Tight races and record-setting times highlight Class C and D state track and field final

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.

Records fall, historic careers completed during Class A and B state track and field meet

Records fall, historic careers completed during Class A and B 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.

University Minute: Leading the way in precision and digital ag

University Minute: Leading the way in precision and digital ag

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.

Watch more in the video above.

News Channel Nebraska to Televise Championship Days of NSAA State Track Meet

News Channel Nebraska to Televise Championship Days of NSAA State Track Meet

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

University Minute: Highlighting UNK Chancellor Priority Candidate, Dr. Neal Schnoor

University Minute: Highlighting UNK Chancellor Priority Candidate, Dr. Neal Schnoor

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.

News Channel Nebraska to televise Gothenburg's Nebraska Championship Meet

News Channel Nebraska to televise Gothenburg's Nebraska Championship Meet

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.

University Minute: What it means to be a 'research' university

University Minute: What it means to be a 'research' university

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 found Nebraska's Republican Party defamed one of its own candidates in 2020

A jury found Nebraska's Republican Party defamed one of its own candidates in 2020

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.

Huskers partner with News Channel Nebraska to televise spring 'Husker Games' soccer match

Huskers partner with News Channel Nebraska to televise spring 'Husker Games' soccer match

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

University Minute: Legislature to Debate 1.25% NU Budget Increase

University Minute: Legislature to Debate 1.25% NU Budget Increase

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.

University Minute: The Benefits of Higher Education

University Minute: The Benefits of Higher Education

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.

University Minute: Strategic Plan aims to take NU "From Excellent to Extraordinary"

University Minute: Strategic Plan aims to take NU "From Excellent to Extraordinary"

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

Lakeview Hires Caleb Kluender as Boys Basketball Coach

Lakeview Hires Caleb Kluender as Boys Basketball Coach

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

INTERVIEW: Cryptocurrency Fraud Prevention

INTERVIEW: Cryptocurrency Fraud Prevention

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

Huskers Teach Hundreds of Girls at 1890 Volleyball Camp

Huskers Teach Hundreds of Girls at 1890 Volleyball Camp

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

Lincoln Southeast nets two goals to take down Columbus in season opener

Lincoln Southeast nets two goals to take down Columbus in season opener

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.

Cross County holds off Cedar Catholic to advance to C-2 semifinals

Cross County holds off Cedar Catholic to advance to C-2 semifinals

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.

Howells-Dodge Advances to D-1 Semis with Win over DCS

Howells-Dodge Advances to D-1 Semis with Win over DCS

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.

University Minute: Addressing Nebraska's Healthcare Challenges

University Minute: Addressing Nebraska's Healthcare Challenges

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.

Archangels Catholic outlasts St. Mary's in Class D2 quarterfinals

Archangels Catholic outlasts St. Mary's in Class D2 quarterfinals

The Defender beat the Cardinals 44-38

Unbeaten Falcons win again, advance to C2 semis

Unbeaten Falcons win again, advance to C2 semis

The Falcons routed Cross County 52-32

Minden survives late Scotus rally, advances to C1 semis

Minden survives late Scotus rally, advances to C1 semis

The Whippets took down the Shamrocks 42-37

Kent Boughton joins News Channel Nebraska as Chief Forecaster

Kent Boughton joins News Channel Nebraska as Chief Forecaster

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 Christian cruises past North Bend, advances to C1 Semis

Lincoln Christian cruises past North Bend, advances to C1 Semis

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.

Three women sentenced in connection to sex trafficking investigation

Three women sentenced in connection to sex trafficking investigation

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. 

University Minute: NU Budget Hearing Scheduled this Week

University Minute: NU Budget Hearing Scheduled this Week

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

University Minute: NU's Annual Economic Impact Exceeds $6 Billion

University Minute: NU's Annual Economic Impact Exceeds $6 Billion

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

Rosters Announced for 67th Nebraska Shrine Bowl

Rosters Announced for 67th Nebraska Shrine Bowl

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.

University Minute: NU Seeking 3.5% Budget Increase

University Minute: NU Seeking 3.5% Budget Increase

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.

LIVE NOW - Valentine vs Gothenburg (NCN TV)

LIVE NOW - Valentine vs Gothenburg (NCN TV)

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 Supernovas Partner with NCN to Televise 6 Matches of 2025 Season

Omaha Supernovas Partner with NCN to Televise 6 Matches of 2025 Season

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.

Four athletes from Nebraska NAIA schools achieve AFCA All-America status

Four athletes from Nebraska NAIA schools achieve AFCA All-America status

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

LIVE NOW - MUDECAS Boys Championships (NCN TV)

LIVE NOW - MUDECAS Boys Championships (NCN TV)

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.

LIVE NOW - Kearney vs Lincoln Northeast (NCN TV)

LIVE NOW - Kearney vs Lincoln Northeast (NCN TV)

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.