Man reaches plea agreement to avoid death penalty in 2023 Fort Calhoun killing

William Collins, 33, sentenced to life in prison in death of Linda Childers, 71

September 23, 2026Updated: September 23, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Man reaches plea agreement to avoid death penalty in 2023 Fort Calhoun killing

William Collins, 33.(Washington County Sheriff's Office)

Community effort helps fight hunger among Columbus seniors

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

Bark-B-Que brings community together to support Northeast Nebraska animal shelter

Bark-B-Que brings community together to support Northeast Nebraska animal shelter

$76 million project aims to expand and enhance Norfolk wastewater treatment plant

$76 million project aims to expand and enhance Norfolk wastewater treatment plant

Norfolk formally adds odor control deadline to Actus Nutrition’s permit

Norfolk formally adds odor control deadline to Actus Nutrition’s permit

Overnight fire destroys Schuyler funeral home

Overnight fire destroys Schuyler funeral home

State

Marian wins record 14th golf state title, Murnan claims individual crown

News Channel Nebraska to air 2026 Midterm Election Preview Show ahead of Nov. 3 election

Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery to remove part of right lung

Jefferson County police provide updates on weekend church break-in, car theft

Hay Springs man facing charge after man found unconscious with brain bleed sentenced

Gordon woman arrested in connection to sexual assault case reaches plea agreement

Sports

Marian wins record 14th golf state title, Murnan claims individual crown

Husker offense sees more pass catchers vs. Indiana, Holgorsen praises Jacory Barney

West Holt halfway to a win at the NSAA Girls' Golf Championships

Huskers working to adjust to late kickoff time, ahead of tilt with Oregon

NCN EXCLUSIVE: 1-on-1 with Connor Essegian

Despite solid second half, Doane can’t do enough damage against Dordt

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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