State leaders rally behind LB 1261, hailing It as a historic step for Nebraska energy

Governor Jim Pillen joined state senators and public power leaders Tuesday morning to celebrate the passage of LB 1261, a new law aimed at shielding ratepayers from the costs of major industrial energy projects.

June 2, 2026Updated: June 2, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

State leaders rally behind LB 1261, hailing It as a historic step for Nebraska energy

Faith Health Advanced Wound Center earns national honors

Wedding ring left at Norfolk YMCA traced to South Dakota pawn shop

Bluebird Improv set to perform at Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk

Judge denies change of venue request in Wayne County murder case

UNMC names H. Dele Davies as next chancellor

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

State

Tornado Watch issued for Northeast Colorado counties

State leaders rally behind LB 1261, hailing It as a historic step for Nebraska energy

Faith Health Advanced Wound Center earns national honors

Wedding ring left at Norfolk YMCA traced to South Dakota pawn shop

Bluebird Improv set to perform at Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk

Judge denies change of venue request in Wayne County murder case

UNMC names H. Dele Davies as next chancellor

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

State

Tornado Watch issued for Northeast Colorado counties

National Weather Service issues Tornado Watch for Nebraska Panhandle

Southwest Nebraska and Northeast Colorado hit with Severe Weather Wednesday evening

Rising from the ashes, Creighton Main Street staples find temporary home after devastating fire

New eagle sculpture takes flight at Buffalo County Fairgrounds

City of Kimball to host annual Fourth of July Pool Party

Sports

4-H nationals bring thousands to Grand Island

Oklahoma dominates UNC, wins first College World Series since 1994

Hundreds of hoopers compete at growing UNK basketball camp

UNC takes game two of CWS finals, forces winner-take-all Monday night

Behind two homers from LeChance, Oklahoma takes game one of MCWS final

Hundreds of wrestlers pack downtown Grand Island for Friday Night Lights event

Ag & Outdoor

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

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities