Polk County investigation leads to sexual exploitation of a minor arrest in Ohio

An Ohio man is behind bars after allegedly exploiting a minor online in Polk County, Nebraska.

January 29, 2026Updated: January 29, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

NSP investigates apparent murder-suicide attempt in Polk County

NSP investigates apparent murder-suicide attempt in Polk County

Joel Vonderohe honored as Norfolk Police Officer of the Year

Joel Vonderohe honored as Norfolk Police Officer of the Year

New leadership at Habitat for Humanity: Ken Daniel to lead Columbus efforts

New leadership at Habitat for Humanity: Ken Daniel to lead Columbus efforts

Hoiberg reflects on best season in program history

Hoiberg reflects on best season in program history

Former Nebraska teacher sentenced in sexual assault case

Former Nebraska teacher sentenced in sexual assault case

Game and Parks talks turkey numbers, amidst spring season

Game and Parks talks turkey numbers, amidst spring season

State

Kearney SportsPlex celebrates first anniversary

Four train cars derail in North Platte

Donated hay heads from South Dakota to Nebraska fire victims

NSP Investigating Apparent Murder-Attempted Suicide in Polk County

Upgraded athletic complex on the way in Madison as construction starts soon

Kimball cheer coach named Nebraska Cheer Coach of the Year

Sports

Colorado sports notes: Avalanche beat the Blues 3-1 to clinch Central Division and top seed in the Western Conference

Norfolk announces new coaches for girls basketball, cross country, dance

Norfolk recognizes former Northeast soccer player drafted by FC Dallas

Kiger Finishes Second at CSU Rodeo

North Carolina working to finalize deal to hire Michael Malone as basketball coach, AP source says

Lewis steps down as Sidney boys basketball coach after 10 seasons

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety

‘Worst-case scenario’: Fertilizer, fuel cost spikes hitting Nebraska farmers hard

Outdoor notes: Haag shares 100 years of Nebraskaland