Where have all the girls gone? Examining high school basketball and volleyball participation in Nebraska

According to the Nebraska School Activities Association data, within five years, from 2017-18 to 2022-23, the number of girls basketball players in the state dropped by almost 900.

January 20, 2025Updated: January 21, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

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Water main break closes 5th St. south of Norfolk Ave.

Norfolk’s police dog Kane retires after five years on duty

Longtime NeighborWorks CEO Roger Nadrchal to step down in 2027

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

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

Where have all the girls gone? Examining high school basketball and volleyball participation in Nebraska

Water main break closes 5th St. south of Norfolk Ave.

Norfolk’s police dog Kane retires after five years on duty

Longtime NeighborWorks CEO Roger Nadrchal to step down in 2027

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

Community effort helps fight hunger among Columbus seniors

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

State

The price of a house keeps climbing. One wannabe Omaha homebuyer goes hunting for solutions.

Trump to hold midterm rally in Sioux City next week

Nebraska AG leads 16-state effort in school vaccination dispute

Kansas woman shares breast cancer journey, encourages others to advocate for their health

Nebraska launches task force to address emergency communication after wildfires

Omaha native known as ‘Little Angie’ carved out a long, varied Hollywood career

Sports

Previewing Nebraska/Oregon with Ben Kaufman of the Oregon Accelerator

Norfolk forces seven turnovers, dominates Lincoln High

State Softball Tournament Suspended Due to Rain

Huskers remain quiet on potential Dylan Raiola reunion vs. Ducks

Husker Quinn Clark accepts late father Ken's induction into Nebraska HS Sports HOF

Rain, Top Teams Dominate Day One of State Softball

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