Churches and senior centers across Southeast Nebraska received an influx of 2,000 pounds of donated meat Tuesday, spread throughout the area by orgs committed to combatting food insecurity in the state.

For Dylan Raiola, games such as this Saturday against #21 Michigan are what it’s all about.

Thanks to higher-than-expected casino revenue and the return of unused county funds, Nebraska homeowners are set to see $20 million in property tax relief.

Prosecutors brought an aggravated murder charge on Tuesday against the man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk.

The Nebraska Athletic Department will dedicate a statue to legendary Nebraska Volleyball Head Coach John Cook on Thursday.

Nebraska is falling behind peer states in job and wage growth as workers and companies leave for other opportunities, according to a new report released by the Aksarben Foundation.

Ol' Red 99.5 and KWBE will be airing live coverage of the 2025 MUDECAS volleyball tournament this Monday, Tuesday and Thursday live from two sites in Beatrice. 

University of Nebraska-Lincoln administrators mapped out $27.5 million in proposed cuts that faculty say will be “devastating” to a campus that has already endured $75 million in cuts over the past six years.

Terence Crawford made history by becoming the first male boxer to capture three unified division titles.

The Cardinals routed the Braves 49-21

Some Nebraska lawmakers and residents say the governor's plan to convert a prison into an immigration detention center has come with few details about the transition.

The man accused in the Charlie Kirk assassination had earlier expressed to family his opposition to the viewpoints of the conservative activist.

The weekend kicks off on Saturday with a Cruise Night, with cars gathering downtown at 6 p.m., The main show takes place Sunday.

Take a closer look at pivots and irrigation pipe the next time driving through farmland. The difference in colors of the equipment within a few miles of one another may be surprising.

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has officially signed off on the state’s first medical marijuana laws.

A member of the Kearney police department was injured and briefly trapped Thursday after a crash occurred involving a fellow law enforcement officer.

Most 12 year olds are thinking about doing their math homework, this determined Nebraska kid is thinking ahead, about 6 years ahead.

Investigators released two images of the person and appealed for tips to help solve the shooting of Charlie Kirk.

At Husker Harvest Days, Governor Jim Pillen and Agriculture Director Sherry Vinton met directly with producers and young ag leaders to share the state’s vision for agriculture.

Discolored water can be a sign of contaminants, and until it's tested, there's no way of knowing for sure how it may affect the health of you, your family, pets, or livestock.

Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule delivered a fiery speech, despite leading 33-0 at the time.

Congressman Flood calls for national unity

Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of President Donald Trump, died Wednesday after being shot at a college event, Trump said.

Water concerns in central Nebraska were brought to the attention of NCN, and we started exploring the quality across the state.

Two weeks before police and federal agents streamed into the New Victorian Inn and Suites to bust an alleged human trafficking ring, Eudis Cuéllar Martínez described to Omaha officers what they would find inside. 

A building that has stood in Southeast Nebraska since the late 19th Century will soon be receiving renovations to help it once again host performances and community events - just like it did a century ago.

Nebraska will play their first day game of the season this Saturday.

Nebraska is 2-0 to start the season after posting their first shutout victory since 2009. 

Doane head football coach Jonathan Johnson breaks down his team's season opener against Hastings and previews this weekend's matchup against Concordia.

In the next few months, an RV will be making its way across the country sharing the stories of farmers to the public and government.

University of Nebraska President Jeffrey Gold said Thursday that impending systemwide budget cuts of more than $40 million will be “incredibly painful” but “necessary” for NU’s survival.

COLUMBUS, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska is televising the game between Fremont and Columbus with live coverage starting at 6:45 p.m. CT.

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

A plan to install municipal wells on a private property in Jefferson County has sparked some concerns from other citizens of Southeast Nebraska.

The Columbus Public Library is looking for artists for artwork to remember one of their own. 

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska (NCN) will be shining a spotlight on some of the toughest cowboys and cowgirls in Nebraska during a holiday that celebrates hard work.

It's a love story and, baby, she said yes: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged, they announced Tuesday.

NORFOLK, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska is adding fall TV programming that Husker fans will enjoy.

The statewide TV network is continuing its partnership with the Husker Sports Network to be Nebraska's largest distributor of the Husker Football Show.

It's not a marathon...or a sprint. It is simply a walk to raise awareness about a disease that affects many.

Once-Dominant program drops to 8-Man football amid declining numbers

If you've been to a Nebraska high school state sporting event at any point over the last 30 years, or a UNK volleyball match over the last three plus decades, you may have heard his voice.

Jeremy Jensen, the former mayor of Grand Island and a former board member of the Nebraska State fair, feels uniquely qualified to publicly share his thoughts on several financial decisions made by the Nebraska State Fair.

LINCOLN, Neb — The Nebraska Shrine Bowl Executive Board has announced the coaching staff for the 68th Annual Nebraska Shrine Bowl.

For 80 years Erwin Schopp's photograph has been on display in Plymouth, Neb., and many learned why with the return home of his remains

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.

Watch more in the video above.

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.

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.