From progress reports on construction on a well-traveled road to the final planning stages for an annual education tradition, the Jefferson County commissioners had a full agenda of items to address Tuesday.

A Northeast Nebraska school will be receiving updates to their sports facilities, after their school district votes to pass a 2 million dollar bond.

A grass fire is contained on Tuesday evening after burning hundreds of acres of ranch land.

LINCOLN, Neb. — State Senator Dan McKeon of Amherst has issued a public apology after being charged with public indecency and facing calls from Gov. Jim Pillen to resign over an alleged inappropriate remark and gesture made towards a staffer during

Former Cheyenne County Visitors Committee member Hal Enevoldsen addressed the Cheyenne County Commissioners regarding Visitors Committee actions.

Sidney Police are reminding residents to lock their vehicles after two recent thefts involving keys left inside. Both cars were recovered, but police say prevention starts with simple steps.

“Cornhusker Economics: Ag Outlook” will be held 9 to 11 a.m. December 5, at the Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center.The meeting will feature experts from the university’s Department of Agricultural Economics and Nebraska Farm Business, Inc.

Donation-based photo sessions will be available at the Kimball Main Street Market starting Nov. 15 as part of a project to bring the spirit of giving to the community while helping families in need.

A video from Kearney shows a train crashing into a crew member’s vehicle after it became stuck on the tracks Monday night.

He recalled that he and his fellow soldiers were often not treated well when they first returned from Vietnam, but this week Jefferson County Veteran of the Month Ron Kelly received a well-deserved recognition.

Norfolk Business Improvement District (BID) will collaborate with the city to make downtown Norfolk a more attractive destination for shopping and leisure

Potter Volunteer Firefighters responded to a tractor fire northeast of Potter Tuesday afternoon. No injuries were reported.

Ofc. Stenka introduces Bebe at city council meeting

A northeast Nebraska radio station is hosting a weeklong event to help local veterans ahead of Veterans Day.

Alliance Police made a traffic stop late last night that resulted in a DUI and traffic offenses, and in the U.S. illegally.

Brandy Stone joins Flood Communications – Western Nebraska, serving the Kimball-to-Gering region, after serving as Cheyenne County's Economic Development Director.

Authorities across multiple counties are searching for a missing teen considered by law enforcement to be at risk.

This year will mark the 25th and final Thanksgiving meal hosted by Ol’ Red 99-5.

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen said Monday that he has requested Amherst State Sen. Dan McKeon’s resignation after news broke that the lawmaker had been cited for public indecency.

The National Weather Service in Cheyenne, Wyo., has issued a Fire Weather Watch effective Tuesday morning through Tuesday afternoon.

Regional West Health Services has entered into an executive management agreement with CGS Health, a third-party administrator currently based in Connecticut, with the intention of finalizing the sale of the assets of Regional Care, Inc.

Dave Collins landed his first job in Sidney, Nebraska, at KSID Radio in 2004.

An Alliance teen already on probation for DUI was cited again after another drunk driving crash. Police say the case highlights “serious gaps” in Nebraska’s juvenile justice system.

A Sidney woman was injured October 28 when the vehicle she was driving collided with parked vehicles and a structure.

On Monday, state and local leaders celebrated the completion of a $47.8 million expansion of U.S. Highway 30 in Grand Island.

Two neighborhoods in northeast Norfolk will soon be connected.

Meet the seven Southeast Nebraska schools that qualified for the 2025 NSAA Volleyball State Championships, and check out our complete coverage calendar for live broadcasts on Ol' Red and KWBE!

Nebraska will soon have a new state treasurer.

Bret Strecker, a 30-year veteran of the Columbus police force, has been named the new Police Chief. After serving as interim chief twice

Following voter approval, Twin River Public Schools is set to begin new construction projects

The Nebraska Attorney General's Office is warning the public of a text scam impersonating the Nebraska Department of Revenue.

One person has died following an accident involving a semi-truck.

For Jana Goranson and her daughter, Lauren, opening their new store, good to be HOME in downtown Gordon, isn’t just about selling gifts and décor. It’s about continuing a creative legacy that began a generation ago.

A former state senator threw her name into the ring Monday for the Republican-occupied seat of state treasurer, promising she would be a leader who works “tirelessly to deliver conservative wins.”

Food donations have been pouring in all over Nebraska

A tense three-hour standoff at the Village Way Apartments in Sidney ended safely Sunday night after an armed man surrendered to police. No injuries were reported.

Suspected fentanyl, concealed guns, and a large amount of cash tied to drug trafficking are just some of the items Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety officials say they seized during a recent “Safe Homelands” operation.

Bomgaars in Sidney held its annual Ladies Night event Sunday evening. 5 percent of proceeds supported Night of Hope.

A heated argument turned into an hours-long standoff in southwest North Platte on Saturday, according to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.

Valentino's in Ogallala and the community movie theater officially closed. Residents are sharing memories and gratitude for the family-owned businesses.

A multi-state carbon capture pipeline began operating in September, reducing emissions from Midwest ethanol plants.

A woman escaped with minor injuries after her vehicle rolled and caught fire south of Sutherland on Saturday evening.

A teenager from North Platte was killed Friday evening in a crash on Highway 83, a few miles north of the city.

Children and adults greeted Santa Claus at his arrival to the Sidney Bass Pro/Cabela's store Saturday evening. After the tree lighting, children were invited to the Winter Wonderland to meet Santa.

The Winside Auxiliary Post 252 is turning 100-years-old.

Nobody is hurt after a field caught on fire Saturday afternoon in Northeast Nebraska.

#7 Plainview defeated #10 Thayer Central 51-22 in the second round of the 2025 Nebraska 8-man D1 football postseason on Halloween night, in a game aired live on Ol' Red 99.5.

Hanover obliterated Osborne 58-6 in the first round of the 2025 Kansas 8-Player DII Football postseason on Thursday night in Hanover, in a game aired live on Ol' Red 99.5.

The Cheyenne County Commissioners have offered the position of County Clerk to Jordan Hajek and County Treasurer to Sheila Von Seggern. Both have accepted their offers. Monday, the commissioners will formally accept Hajek's resignation as County Assessor.

Two airmen at a Wyoming U.S. Air Force base have pleaded guilty to making false statements about the deadly shooting of another airman.

To attract candidates, the department is using innovative methods such as officers teaching at the local college, offering internships, and showcasing their advanced technology

A Gordon principal is being recognized for being an outstanding leader in Nebraska.

A Grand Island man is facing federal charges in relation to a shooting incident earlier this month.

A California man and woman are in custody after Nebraska State Patrol Troopers discovered two handguns, marijuana and methamphetamine in their SUV during a traffic stop.

State Sen. Dan McKeon of Amherst has been cited for misdemeanor “public indecency” from an incident at lawmakers’ end-of-session party this spring.

Sidney Fire Chief Matt Butts is recognizing the dedication of volunteer firefighters after a busy few weeks.

The Sidney City Council approved two equipment purchases Tuesday with a 3-1 vote. Council vice-mayor Brett Kerkman was absent and Councilman Jeremy Lee voted against the purchases.

The Trackside Trunk-or-Treat event brought over 1,000 costumed attendees to its downtown area. The event combined traditional trick-or-treating with a community dinner atmosphere featuring local food trucks

From small town to statewide initiative, Neligh is rolling out a brand new childcare resource statewide.

Park Elementary in Kearney celebrated its National Blue Ribbon School honor with a community event featuring students, staff, and state education leaders.

If SNAP funds are not released in South Dakota, Team Buche Cares will distribute $100 in grocery certificates per SNAP family household redeemable at Buche Foods and Buche’s Gus Stop.

The City of Columbus appears poised to promote from within for its next police chief.

Two people were injured Thursday afternoon in a head-on crash south of Sidney.

News Channel Nebraska is excited to announce Emerson Elementary in Columbus as the next winner of our Small Towns Matter promotion.