A Valentine man convicted of two felonies and two misdemeanors has been sentenced to prison.

SCOTTSBLUFF -- The Polar Plunge scheduled for as a Nebraska Special Olympics fund raiser has been postponed due to ice and cold.

An ice jam on the Niobrara River has temporarily closed the campground at Smith Falls State Park after breaking loose on the evening of Feb. 19.

The coffee trailer driving around the Valentine area will soon be under new ownership.

Law enforcement in northeast Nebraska arrested an Omaha man for driving under suspension. 

Visit Norfolk and the Norfolk Area Sports Council are proud to announce that Norfolk has been selected to host the NSAA State Play Production Championships through 2029.

Across Nebraska, rumors and a lack of reliable ICE info are fueling chaos and fear in local immigrant communities. It's keeping kids home from school and adults away from routine social interactions.

Last fall, residents in the tiny village of Lamar voted to cease being a village. There was little pushback -- no fights, no last-minute moonshots to save the town.

Bill seeks to aid renewable energy projects, provide more local revenue

Victim had prepared to withdraw money to comply with perpetrator

A bill to ban the sale of so-called lab-grown meat might seem like a no-brainer in Nebraska, where beef is king. But key players, including ranchers and agriculture organizations, are pushing back against Gov. Jim Pillen's proposed ban.

US92 and St. Jude collaborate in a chance to raise money for childhood cancer.

Three vehicles collided at the intersection of Highway 26 and Avenue B in Scottsbluff.

Jefferson County's highway department stressed that drivers need to take steps to keep themselves and others safe, while underscoring that their priority is to do what they have to to clear roads as fast as they can. 

Sidney City Manager David Scott addressed the prioritization of clearing certain areas, emphasizing all city departments contribute to snow removal efforts.

A lifelong Nebraskan and award-winning journalist, Shively brings years of experience in storytelling, broadcasting, and newsroom leadership to his new role.

An early morning explosion at the Broken Bow Municipal Power Plant sent a shockwave through the community Thursday, knocking out power to much of the city and prompting an emergency declaration.

Plattsmouth house fire amidst wind chills of 31 degrees below zero

A 16-year-old boy was found dead from apparent exposure to freezing temperatures in Tripp County, South Dakota, according to the sheriff’s office.

Firefighters from multiple departments attack flames in frigid conditions

As the NSAA girls state wrestling tournament wraps up Wednesday night, several area wrestlers are taking home hardware, headlined by state titles for two Southeast Nebraska athletes.

Western Nebraska Community College proudly celebrates its outstanding participation and achievements at the 2025 Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Region 5.

Republican Rep. Don Bacon said the Department of Government Efficiency should be more careful and “measure twice and cut once.”

The Nebraska State Patrol, family, friends, and supporters will gather to honor and remember Trooper Kyle McAcy #302 on Thursday, Feb. 27.

In response to the crisis, a nonprofit organization, Pine Ridge Hope, is working on multiple initiatives to address the growing challenges and provide opportunities for young people

Benefit for cancer research being hosted by the Terry and Bev Acton family...east of Blue Springs

The public has gifted flowers, notes and more to Trooper Kyle McAcy by placing them on his patrol unit.

Preparing for the calving season can help minimize calf loss and reduce stress on those caring for the cowherd. First off, pay attention to the nutritional needs of bred heifers and cows prior to calving.

Flood Communications – Western Nebraska, the parent company of radio stations 987 The Big Boy and Cheyenne County Country, as well as TV station News Channel Nebraska, has announced the hiring of Sidney native Avery Lawson as their new account executive.

SIDNEY -- The Cheyenne County Commissioners approved several people to volunteer boards Tuesday morning. The commissioners met on Tuesday because Monday was a legal holiday, President's Day.

A 49-year-old woman faces being sentenced to life in prison for second-degree murder on the Winnebago Reservation. 

A crash between mile marker 5 and 8 forced the closure of Interstate 80 eastbound near Bushnell, leaving a line of traffic stranded in cold temperatures as low as -7 degrees Wednesday morning.

Truck purchases, electrical improvements are planned

Winter snow and bitterly cold conditions postpones report until the council's first meeting in March

CHAPPELL -- Quality of life is what makes a community thrive, and the Chappell Community Foundation is helping add a splash pad to outdoor options.

Norfolk Junior High held its first robotics competition last Saturday, drawing an impressive crowd despite the snowy, cold temperatures.

Winter weather continues to impact schools and services across the Nebraska Panhandle and northeastern Colorado, prompting multiple delays and closures for Wednesday.

Dickey & Associates Auctioneers has moved from a few miles south of Sidney to on the western side of Sidney. The new facility has room for on-site auctions as well as storage.

With this record cold snap which is sweeping through Region 11 over the next few days, the wind chill values have the potential to plummet to dangerous levels, 20-40 degrees below zero.

As winter lingers, plans are in motion to bring something green to Gordon.

Here's Senator Tanya Storer's weekly update from the Nebraska legislative session.

Two 30-year-old women from South Dakota were arrested on Feb. 11 for possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia following a traffic stop in Valentine, according to the Valentine Police Department’s weekly update.

Some lawmakers say the term is simply an effort to divide people

The Trump administration’s effort to reduce the federal workforce appears to have impacted the USDA’s Meat Animal Research Center near Clay Center.

The Nebraska State Capitol will be bathed in orange light on Thursday to remember and honor the survivors and descendants of the Genoa Industrial School.

Law enforcement in northeast Nebraska arrested a 49-year-old Papillion man after he blew four times the legal limit. 

Lower school levies would be enacted, if the State of Nebraska can provide more funding support

The Nebraska State Patrol is mourning the tragic loss of Trooper Kyle McAcy, who was killed in the line of duty Monday after being struck by a snowplow on Interstate 80.

The Pine Bluffs Police Department recognized an organization dedicated to protecting police dogs after one of its own K9 officers received a life-saving donation.

The Nebraska Broadcasters Association will induct Dennis & Kathi Brown, Dale Johnson, Mike McKnight and Dave Wingert into the NBA Hall of Fame on August 12th in La Vista during the NBA Annual Convention.

FAIRBURY, Neb. — The Fairbury community is mourning the loss of a man whose leadership and service spanned more than five decades. Homer Leroy Ward, a longtime banker, three-term mayor, and devoted civic leader, passed away on February 14, 2025, at

The University of Nebraska Medical Center has announced its fall 2024 dean’s list, recognizing students who have achieved academic excellence in their respective programs.

A blast of Arctic air is set to grip the Nebraska Panhandle region this week, bringing dangerous cold and accumulating snow as a polar vortex pushes bitter temperatures across the Rockies and northern Plains.

Bellevue held a reptile show over the weekend, allowing people to interact with many different reptiles.

University officials are reviewing applications and preparing for interviews with the candidates for the next University of Nebraska at Kearney chancellor.

A popular Christian music festival in northeast Nebraska is getting ready for its 21st year.

The 2025 Sidney High School FFA Labor Auction event packed the Sidney High School Commons area February 15.

Thousands of people traveled to the small town of Valentine, Nebraska this weekend for several big events.

Kearney Public Schools isn’t wasting time in canceling classes ahead of a blast of winter weather.

A reduced version of the inheritance tax is on the table to start this legislative session, a bill which seeks to reduce tax burden on Nebraska's citizens while providing consistency in the budget for county governments across the state.  

The Sidney High School Red Raider Speech Team earned multiple finishes near the top of the standings in various categories at the North Platte High School Blue and Gold Speech Meet on Saturday.

Winter weather appears poised to again create dangerous conditions in Nebraska.

Officers with the Torrington, Wyo. Police Department made contact with Bianca Isabel Moreno Saturday and confirmed her well-being.

A dinner and auction fundraiser for two-year-old Beckett Block will take place on Friday, Feb. 28, at the Sidney Elk’s Lodge at 1040 Jackson St.