Nebraska Extension will host a webinar December 3 that will focus on strip-grazing standing milo as a winter feed option. Field Specialist Rusty Lee will share the results of his research and experience.

A northeast Nebraska farmer’s decision to drive his burning combine may have helped prevent more farm land from catching fire.

Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan's Purse, seeks to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children around the world. Volunteers are packing shoe boxes in preparation of National Collection Week – November 17-24.

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

Authorities confirm a gas plant fire north of Sidney. Evacuations are underway near the site, but officials say there’s no concern for people in Sidney.

Billionaire Warren Buffett warned shareholders Monday that many companies will fare better than his Berkshire Hathaway in the decades ahead.

Firefighters were on scene of a house fire near Central Elementary in Sidney. Everyone inside made it out safely, and nearby homes were evacuated as a precaution. Developing story.

Tara Schnell won $500 for Sidney Public Schools through the Stretch Across Nebraska contest, sharing her family’s healthy walk on the Deadwood Trail with News Channel Nebraska, Medica and The Big Boy.

The Sidney Board of Education recognized the October Students of the Monday in the November 10 board meeting.

For Chadron State College education majors, the Nebraska SMART tutoring program is more than a job.

Two juveniles were hospitalized after a crash near Bayard early Sunday morning. Deputies say the vehicle left the road and hit an embankment before the occupants fled on foot.

A new partnership between education and industry is set to deliver a big boost to students in northeast Nebraska.

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

ADM in Columbus has launched the world's largest bioethanol carbon capture facility in partnership with Tallgrass pipelines. They're capturing CO2 from the ethanol production process to transport

Gov. Jim Pillen on Monday appointed the Honorable Derek Vaughn as the new associate justice representing District 2.

Holiday Spirit campaign letters will go out early this week, kicking off the 34th Holiday Spirit fundraising campaign that the Kimball Hospital Foundation puts on to help pay for needed medical equipment.

The Union Pacific Railroad announced today the main railroad crossing in Potter will be closed much of Tuesday. An alternate would be the underpass west of Potter.

The Nebraska Department of Education released data that shows 66 of the state's 93 counties had declines in chronic absenteeism.

He was on a vacation, driving from Lincoln to Estes Park, Colo. when they stopped at the rest stop east of Sidney. Information he found there inspired him to write an historical fiction book series, and a second series is pending.

Residents in the Merriman area now have a new way to be alerted about severe weather.

The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a call to overturn its landmark decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide.

Veterans Medical Debut Relief Stamp introduced

As part of National Native American Heritage Month, fifth graders at Valentine Middle School have transformed their class hallway into a museum celebrating Native American history and culture.

Hanover is one of the final eight teams standing in the 2025 Kansas DII football postseason field after defeating Burlingame in the Wildcats' second straight dominant performance.

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

Joe Biden slowly but steadily walked onto the stage in Omaha on Friday. As he did, 800 people in the downtown Hilton ballroom rose to their feet cheering.

Nearly 100 students from the Panhandle and South Dakota attended Chadron State College’s Art Day Nov. 4.

Highs will likely stay in the 30s in parts of Nebraska, Iowa and northern Missouri by Sunday.

A now-former Bellevue police officer is in jail on charges of child sexual abuse.

Clarkson, Neb. - Following the approval of a $15 million dollar school bond, Clarkson Public Schools has officially broken ground on a comprehensive construction project aimed at modernizing its facilities and enhancing student safety. The initiative come

One person has died after authorities an ATV hit her while she was walking on the side of the road.

Sparks from grinder blamed for fire

A 17-year-old boy was killed and two others were airlifted after a crash north of Burlington on Wednesday. The Colorado State Patrol says the crash happened when a Jeep rear-ended a car stopped to turn on Highway 385.

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

The Alliance Police Department has brought new life to a retired radio system. The previous radio system will be used by Alliance Area Schools to provide instant emergency communication.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have apprehended a 17-year-old and recovered a stolen vehicle after a pursuit in Omaha on Wednesday.

Democrats have another candidate in eastern Nebraska’s 1st Congressional District primary. Former U.S. State Department diplomat Chris Backemeyer. Both are vying to challenge Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Flood.

Two people are in the hospital after a crash at a major intersection in Norfolk Thursday afternoon.

Officials closed westbound I-80 near Chappell Thursday afternoon as crews responded to a vehicle fire reported around 3 p.m. MST. Deuel County Sheriff Scott DeCoste reported I-80 reopened about 5:35 p.m.

Two Valentine men have been sentenced in separate Cherry County cases involving child enticement and assault.

The Possession of Methamphetamine case against Justin Kettle of Sidney has been moved to Cheyenne County District Court. His next court appearance is scheduled for December 3.

Construction crews from Paul Reed Construction & Supply, Inc. successfully completed the Stilling Basin Rehabilitation Project at the Oliver Reservoir Recreation Area on Oct. 10.

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A minimum-security state prison in the remote southwest corner of Nebraska reconfigured to serve as a federal immigration detention center began accepting detainees earlier this week, Gov. Jim Pillen said Thursday. The Republican

BELDEN, Neb.- A man is dead and a teenager is in the hospital after a crash near Belden Wednesday night. The Nebraska State Patrol says around 9:30 am on Wednesday, they were called to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Highway 20 and Highway 57,

A plea deal has been reached in the case of a 25-year-old Alliance man who previously faced multiple child sexual assault charges in Sheridan County.

The Southern Nebraska Panhandle Toys for Tots-Cheyenne & Kimball Counties program is the recipient of the Round-Up donation from Hometown Liquor in Sidney. Round-Up donations in November support children's movie tickets at the Fox Theatre.

Gov. Jim Pillen signed an executive order on Thursday aiming to remove Planned Parenthood from receiving funds through Nebraska’s Medicaid system.

Kimball County Transit Service Director Christy Warner shares more about the recent changes that will make public transit more efficient.

Members of E3 presented the Cheyenne County Commissioners with a proposal for an Economic Development Corporation. The next meeting is scheduled for November 17 at the Western Nebraska Community College Sidney campus.

It is officially the longest-running government shutdown in our country's history. Pastor Will Perrigan with the Norfolk Rescue Mission says they have been offering three free meals a day for those who need them.

The Norfolk PD has commenced a $7 million expansion, approved by the City Council, to add 14,000 square feet, including new facilities and office space, with anticipated completion by 2027

District 32 Senator Tom Brandt previewed the 2026 state legislative session, which will be his last, with the Jefferson County Commissioners this week.
Read and hear some of his insight here.

At Sinte Gleska University on the Rosebud Reservation, one unique program is helping feed the community while also strengthening cultural, physical and spiritual well-being.

A Lincoln man is in critical condition after being shot by law enforcement Wednesday morning. The Nebraska State Patrol says the man was armed and refused to comply with officers.

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

A suspect accused of driving drunk, hitting a woman with a vehicle, and fleeing from law enforcement was arrested Wednesday morning after a pursuit through Chadron.

Ana Schmidl received the Kimball Health Services Employee of the Month for October.

Former state senator references expensive and bitter primary races in Republican Party's past

The State of Nebraska is alleging a Swiss billionaire has been funneling money to support many ballot measures approved by voters in recent years.

News Channel Nebraska is celebrating 10 years on air and thanking viewers with Our Gift to Nebraska, a special contest featuring 10 prizes for 10 years of local coverage.

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.

Kimball city council members debated the election of a new Council President Tuesday evening, resulting in the election of Greg Robinson.

Morrill County voters have recalled County Assessor Rose Nelson 963 in support and 596 opposing the recall.