Wayne Community Schools were placed on lockdown after several alarming calls reporting a possible shooter.

A Norfolk man died early Thursday morning after his pickup struck a tree in Pierce County.

One northeast Nebraska town is doing the unthinkable, celebrating back-to-back championships in girls wrestling.

Nebraska elected officials are responding after a high school student was struck by an SUV during an anti-ICE protest at Fremont High School.

Norfolk is hosting its sixth annual LAN party, drawing gamers nationwide for tournaments, giveaways, and social interaction.

One man is behind bars in Madison County after deputies arrested a suspect following a high-speed chase.

Nebraska was one of only seven states to see an increase in jobless claims during that period.

Who should be allowed to use communal bathrooms and locker rooms?

A Norfolk woman is suing Mosaic, claiming that an elderly client she cared for was allowed “numerous times” to come home from the provider’s day program covered in feces and smelling of urine.

One community in Northeast Nebraska is taking big steps in providing for the next generation while they are still crawling.

If you walked into a grocery store here in Nebraska and try to buy a quick drink using your EBT card, you might not be able to anymore.

U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts addressed a wide range of national issues Wednesday during a press conference, touching on the federal investigation into a Minnesota ICE custody death, a potential government shutdown, and Second Amendment rights.

Firefighters spent four hours in Northeast Nebraska battling a massive Shed fire.

The Pierce Golf Course, burdened by significant debt from past incidents and declining memberships, was saved by anonymous investors, ensuring its continued operation and community value.

Data released Tuesday reveals a 0.6% annual population bump, or about 12,500 more residents overall from July 2024 through June 2025.

Latest version of Medicaid waiver changes heads to second public comment period ending March 4

Norfolk pedestrians will be getting a new, safer way to access two parks that are just a stone’s throw away from each other.

The Big Ten announced its 2026 football schedule on Tuesday, providing all 18 schools with dates for their nine conference games.

Nine communities in Nebraska received grants for health, education and recreation.

Nebraska’s governor is making a move to crack down on what he calls a dangerous THC market.

The Seventh Judicial District of Nebraska will soon have a new face behind the gavel.

Police say a Norfolk man is behind bars, accused of multiple burglaries.

A judge with nearly a quarter-century of experience on the bench is set to retire.

Gov. Jim Pillen officially filled to run for re-election as Governor of Nebraska.

The Madison County Fair has announced its concert lineup for 2026.

St. Francis Elementary is planning a $25 million expansion to replace its aging facilities, which suffer from outdated structures, accessibility issues, and limited capacity, hindering the school's ability to accommodate modern technology

The city of Norfolk is updating its utility billing payment system, adding new payment options. 

A small town basketball tournament had an extra twist this weekend when a former WNBA player came to talk.

The Stanton County Sheriff’s Office is touting its year-end arrest and citation numbers.

A Northeast nonprofit is expanding its facilities to better serve the community after providing essential clothing to over 2,500 people in 2025

Authorities are investigating a fire that totaled a sheriff’s patrol vehicle.

The plan for a dam near Battle Creek is off the table for now.

The National Weather service says that very cold temperatures and strong winds are producing life-threatening wind chills ranging from -20 to -35 degrees this morning.

When Rachel Woollen gave birth to quadruplets 17 weeks early, they had a less than 4% chance of all surviving. They’re about to celebrate their 18th birthday.

Have you ever been stuck between a rock and a hard place? Well some people’s cravings for Chipotle have put them there. 

A grass fire drew a response from several different departments Thursday afternoon in northeast Nebraska.

NeighborWorks Northeast Nebraska is adding 15 affordable housing units to Columbus' Quail Meadows neighborhood using customized modular homes to expedite construction, with down payment assistance available for eligible homebuyers

A U.S. Department of Justice request for voter data is facing some pushback in Nebraska.

A shed fire in Northeast Nebraska prompted a response from fire officials, with the cause under investigation and the shed declared a total loss

City Superintendent Dan Donaldson told NCN over the phone the power outage started shortly after noon due to a subfeeder going down from high wind gusts.

Erik Wilson has been with Norfolk Public Schools for 25 years, he is currently the Associate Superintendent, and was voted to become the next superintendent. 

One highly trafficked bridge in Northeast Nebraska is becoming more accessible to pedestrians.

The final phase of a major construction project has now entered its final phase.

Former state senator Lynne Walz announced Wednesday morning that she is going to seek the Democratic nomination for governor in the May primary.

Mayor foresees mega convenience store with 100 gas pumps as catalyst for city’s ‘good life district’

Senator Pete Ricketts is campaigning for reelection in Nebraska, touting tax cuts during a tour that includes discussions with community leaders and highlighting potential economic benefits for families

One developer’s dream of building tiny homes in northeast Nebraska will have to wait a little longer.

A bill would require Nebraska lawmakers to complete a civics knowledge test within 90 days of taking their oath in office.

A Nebraska senator wants schools to teach students the dangers of communism. State Sen. Dave Murman of Glenvil, proposed LB 1024 last week.

Tax season is about to begin as 1099s and W-2s arrive in mailboxes across Nebraska. 

The U.S. Department of Education announced it is pausing plans to garnish wages of student loan borrowers in default. The seizure of tax refunds and other federal benefits from borrowers with student loan debt are also being delayed.

The bill aims to address the crisis-level housing shortage nationwide

A Sci-fi film made in Northeast Nebraska made its big screen appearance at the Norfolk 7 theater on Saturday.

Norfolk approves the police department's purchase of license plate readers to enhance public safety by efficiently identifying vehicles involved in crimes and emergencies

Events are already filling up the schedule in Lindsay as they open up their brand new event center.

One person has life-threatening injuries after a crash that shut down around a mile of Highway 35 for 3.5 hours. 

A Northeast Nebraska Sheriff is running for re-election in the county he is suing.

The Senate appropriations committee secured these funds for water infrastructure, law enforcement, and research institution projects, according to a press release from Sen. Deb Fischer's office.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security recognizes January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Juanitta Chikaluma from Bright Horizons in Norfolk says the warning signs aren’t always obvious, but if you can recognize them you could save a life.

LINCOLN, Neb. - While insisting concerns of a budget crisis in Nebraska are overblown, Governor Jim Pillen is proposing a nine figure cut in spending. During his annual State of the State address Thursday morning, Governor Pillen proposed $495 million wor

The University of Nebraska is moving forward with purchasing Clarkson Regional Health’s share of Nebraska Medicine.

At the Norfolk Farm Show, Wayne Northeast Public Power's demonstration vividly highlighted the potentially deadly risks of electrical contact in agriculture, urging farmers to prioritize safety and awareness around power lines

There’s something new at the Norfolk Public Library in honor of a very special past patron.

Sports betting is allowed at casinos in Nebraska but not on your phone, like it is in 38 other states.