New prosecutor gives new hope for answers in teen worker’s mysterious death at Pillen Family Farms

In a reversal, the new Boone County attorney agreed to allow independent lab tests that could help explain what killed Zach Panther at a Nebraska hog farm.

January 30, 2026Updated: January 30, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

New prosecutor gives new hope for answers in teen worker’s mysterious death at Pillen Family Farms

Local roots keep Norfolk orthopedic surgeons serving their community

Madison man's child sexual assault conviction upheld

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

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Norfolk will advertise for bids for Ta-Ha-Zouka softball improvements project

State

NCN Live at the Nebraska State Fair Headquarters

New prosecutor gives new hope for answers in teen worker’s mysterious death at Pillen Family Farms

Local roots keep Norfolk orthopedic surgeons serving their community

Madison man's child sexual assault conviction upheld

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

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Norfolk will advertise for bids for Ta-Ha-Zouka softball improvements project

State

NCN Live at the Nebraska State Fair Headquarters

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Southwest Cheyenne County

Severe Thunderstorm Warning in effect for Morrill, Garden, Deuel counties

Thunderstorm Warning issued for Deuel County

Potter Days 2026 celebrates 95 years of smalltown excitement

Quilt of Valor presentation returns to Sidney September 12

Sports

Discoverers Dominate Maroon Cup

Nebraska sweeps DePaul, turns attention to Wrigley match

Back atop the Kansas high school football landscape, Hanover sets sights on similarly strong 2026 season

'Growing women's sports': Husker Volleyball takes on Chicago

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Texas College recap, Dakota Wesleyan preview

Doane football receives forfeit decision, adjusts start time for Saturday's contest

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April