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Authorities identify men involved in Polk, Butler county shootings

One man was murdered and another was killed after shooting at law enforcement on Friday in eastern Nebraska.

Scene secured after police pursuit of armed suspect in Butler and Polk counties

JD Vance rally draws 950 people in North Platte, according to Vance officials

The event at the D&N Event Center drew supporters of different ages, including students who skipped school to see the vice president.

JD Vance’s North Platte rally includes agriculture announcement, medical emergency

Just two weeks after President Donald Trump visited Nebraska, Vice President JD Vance followed with a stop in North Platte on Thursday to campaign for Republican candidates.

Nebraska state senate term limits up for vote this election

Pillen and Walz Face Off on Nebraska’s Biggest Issues

Republican incumbent Jim Pillen is facing Democratic challenger Lynne Walz, a former state lawmaker from Fremont.

Longtime NeighborWorks CEO Roger Nadrchal to step down in 2027

A new mixed-income housing model in Columbus aims to address workforce housing shortage

Central Valley Ag invests in Howells feed mill, takes over operations

Community effort helps fight hunger among Columbus seniors

Flood Watch stays in effect as heavy rain continues across eastern Nebraska

Flood watch stays in effect as remnants of hurricane Polo dumps heavy rain across eastern Nebraska

Malfunctioning air conditioner sparks Columbus apartment fire

Three injured in two-vehicle crash near Humphrey

Overnight fire destroys Schuyler funeral home

Flood, Backemeyer talk Iran, fuel prices and trade in 1st District debate

Nebraska minimum wage will increase next year by 29 cents less than voters called for

East Central District Health Department names new public health director

Nebraska Open celebrates 35 years, surpasses $2.1M raised for student scholarships

Pete Ricketts, Dan Osborn go head-to-head in Nebraska U.S. Senate debate

Nance County SWAT standoff ends safely, Genoa man faces felony charges

Four tornadoes touched down Thursday in northeast Nebraska

Korean War Monument Rededicated in Columbus

Horse racing returns to Columbus for the summer season.

Austin Ahlman suspends campaign for Nebraska’s 1st district

Columbus Sertomaland Playground reopens with all-inclusive upgrades

Hope Crisis Center chief chats with county commissioners about funding, services

Hope Crisis Center executive director Carmen Hinman is touting her organization's successes but isn't shying away from its funding struggles in her conversations with county boards this summer.

Democrat Stille, Independent Cohen both seeking to unseat incumbent Adrian Smith from U.S. House

In 2026, there are at least two other candidates vying to represent Nebraska’s biggest district in D.C. - one Democrat and one Independent, who ultimately share the same goal: removing incumbent Adrian Smith from Congress.

Dan Osborn denies former staffer's claim that he recruited Graham Platner

Dan Osborn denies former staffer's claim he recruited Graham Platner

Rep. Mike Flood to host town hall in Bellevue Tuesday

Veterans reach halfway point of 3,700-mile ride in northeast Nebraska

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