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Three non-profits in Nebraska gifted funds from billionaire
Three non-profits in Nebraska gifted funds from billionaire

Billionaire MacKenzie Scott gave $640 million to 361 non-profits across the country and three of the recipients were in Nebraska.

LIVE NOW - Boys HAC Final: Lincoln Southwest vs Norfolk (NCN TV)

LIVE NOW - Boys HAC Final: Lincoln Southwest vs Norfolk (NCN TV)

NORFOLK, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska is televising the boys Heartland Athletic Conference Final between Lincoln Southwest and Norfolk with live TV coverage starting at 6:50 p.m. CT.

APRIL 19 (6:50 PM CT) - Boys HAC Final: Lincoln Southwest vs Norfolk (NCN TV)

APRIL 19 (6:50 PM CT) - Boys HAC Final: Lincoln Southwest vs Norfolk (NCN TV)

NORFOLK, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska is televising the boys Heartland Athletic Conference Final between Lincoln Southwest and Norfolk with live TV coverage starting at 6:50 p.m. CT.

Norfolk named Runner-Up in Strongest Town Contest

Norfolk named Runner-Up in Strongest Town Contest

After weeks of competition, Norfolk fell just short of being named the winner in the 9th Annual Strongest Towns Contest.

Pierce High robotics team qualifies for international competition

Pierce High robotics team qualifies for international competition

Pierce High's robotics team has made the World VEX Championship for the second year in a row.

First responders conduct emergency drill at Norfolk water treatment plant

First responders conduct emergency drill at Norfolk water treatment plant

First responders are conducting an emergency drill in Norfolk Wednesday morning.

Power restored in Dixon, Dakota Counties

Power restored in Dixon, Dakota Counties

Power has been restored to Dixon and Dakota Counties.

Latest batch of rain brings some relief for farmers

Latest batch of rain brings some relief for farmers

After the latest round of storms and rain, farmers were provide with some relief from the drought season.

Power outages reported across Dakota, Dixon Counties

Power outages reported across Dakota, Dixon Counties

As severe weather pushes through the area, numerous customers in northeast Nebraska are without power.

Tornado warning issued for Platte, Madison Counties

Tornado warning issued for Platte, Madison Counties

A tornado warning has been issued for Platte County and Madison Counties.

Discussion on Norfolk Ave continues despite projects tabling

Discussion on Norfolk Ave continues despite projects tabling

While a project for 105 E Norfolk Ave. has been tabled, it continues to dominate discussions at the Norfolk City Council.

Tornado warning issued for Stanton County

Tornado warning issued for Stanton County

A tornado warning has been issued for Stanton County.

Greg Sharpe, voice of the Huskers, announces cancer diagnosis

Greg Sharpe, voice of the Huskers, announces cancer diagnosis

Greg Sharpe, the long time voice of Husker football and baseball, announced his cancer diagnosis on Monday night. 

Lindsay Academy holds beam ceremony for new school

Lindsay Academy holds beam ceremony for new school

Monday was the steel beam ceremony for the new Lindsay Academy High School, where the final beam was signed by community members before being hoisted into place. 

Law enforcement emphasizes Scott's Law after Ceresco tragedy

Law enforcement emphasizes Scott's Law after Ceresco tragedy

Law enforcement around the country conduct high numbers of traffic stops every single day, but each time brings a risk into play, making Scott's Law crucial. 

Nebraska lawmakers pass a bill to restore voting rights to newly released felons

Nebraska lawmakers pass a bill to restore voting rights to newly released felons

Nebraska lawmakers passed a bill Thursday to restore the voting rights of those convicted of felonies upon the completion of their sentences, including prison and parole time.

Sunday night accident results in two deaths in Wayne County

Sunday night accident results in two deaths in Wayne County

Two people died from a two-vehicle accident in Wayne County on Sunday night.

Teen passes away following two-vehicle crash in rural Madison County

Teen passes away following two-vehicle crash in rural Madison County

One of three minors injured in a rural Madison County car accident has passed away.

Two teens injured in weekend crash near Lake Maskenthine

Two teens injured in weekend crash near Lake Maskenthine

Two teens were sent to the hospital following a crash near Lake Maskenthine.

Big hail a potential threat, to begin the week

Big hail a potential threat, to begin the week

Strong thunderstorms packing large hail could affect southeast, south-central, eastern and central Nebraska

Larry The Cable Guy enters bull in Lincoln PBR event

Larry The Cable Guy enters bull in Lincoln PBR event

Nebraska's own Larry The Cable Guy is getting involved in Lincoln's Professional Bull Riding event this weekend. 

Nebraskans, not state, will get more child support under recently passed bill

Nebraskans, not state, will get more child support under recently passed bill

Katie Nungesser had stretched her monthly welfare check to its limit. The $281 paid for her cell phone bill, infant daughter’s diapers and car insurance, but she couldn’t afford enough gas to drive for her kid’s weekend visit with her ex-husband.

Traffic study begins in northeast Nebraska

Traffic study begins in northeast Nebraska

A traffic study in Norfolk will slow down vehicles for the next three to four months.

Wayne CAC project on May primary for $15 million relocation

Wayne CAC project on May primary for $15 million relocation

A need of more space and a growing community have city council members moving towards a relocation of the activity center.

Update: EMA canceled, missing teen found safe

Update: EMA canceled, missing teen found safe

The Nebraska State Patrol says the missing girl was found safe. The EMA is canceled.

OJ Simpson, fallen football hero acquitted of murder in ‘trial of the century,’ dies at 76

OJ Simpson, fallen football hero acquitted of murder in ‘trial of the century,’ dies at 76

O.J. Simpson, the decorated football superstar and Hollywood actor who was acquitted of charges he killed his former wife and her friend but later found liable in a separate civil trial, has died.

Lindsay Dixon resigns from NPS Board of Education

Lindsay Dixon resigns from NPS Board of Education

Board member Lindsay Dixon has submitted her resignation from the NPS Board of Education.

Panthers jump to best start since '06, familial bond between players

Panthers jump to best start since '06, familial bond between players

The Norfolk Panthers are off to their best start since 2006 under Head Coach Joe Myers.

City of Norfolk seeking volunteers for 7th annual 'Clean the Fork' Day

City of Norfolk seeking volunteers for 7th annual 'Clean the Fork' Day

The city of Norfolk is asking for volunteers to help clean up the community on Saturday, April 20.

Zoning change approved for Farmer's Pride fuel station

Zoning change approved for Farmer's Pride fuel station

A zoning change to allow a fuel station to advertise it's prices was approved Tuesday morning.

Partial street closure coming on S 4th Street in Norfolk

Partial street closure coming on S 4th Street in Norfolk

A portion of S 4th St. will be closed next week for a sanitary sewer installation.

Human Library tackles difficult subjects, teaches new perspectives

Human Library tackles difficult subjects, teaches new perspectives

Most people have been to a library before but rarely do they get a chance where the people become the book.

How likely are Earthquakes in Nebraska? Thoughts from an expert.

How likely are Earthquakes in Nebraska? Thoughts from an expert.

Learn about the how, when, and where of earthquakes in the Cornhusker state.

Iowa man cited following single vehicle crash

Iowa man cited following single vehicle crash

An Iowa man was cited on drug charges after being involved in a single vehicle car crash.

NPS approved $6.68 million middle school addition

NPS approved $6.68 million middle school addition

NPS has approved a project to bring a new addition to it's middle school building.

One dead following shooting in Schuyler late Sunday night

One dead following shooting in Schuyler late Sunday night

Schuyler Police have confirmed that one person is dead following a shooting that took place in Schuyler late Sunday night. 

Game and Parks talks turkey numbers, regulations as 2024 season is underway

Game and Parks talks turkey numbers, regulations as 2024 season is underway

In 2023, Game and Parks dropped nonresident turkey permits to 10,000.

Senator Robert Dover advocates for families amidst healthcare challenges, seeks additional term

Senator Robert Dover advocates for families amidst healthcare challenges, seeks additional term

Election year is upon the state of Nebraska as many officials both within and outside of the state will be elected to hold political office.

City of Norfolk receives $1.125 million grant to enhance downtown

City of Norfolk receives $1.125 million grant to enhance downtown

The city of Norfolk has received a $1.125 million grant from the Civic and Community Center Financing Fund (CCCF) to enhance Norfolk's downtown and riverfront areas. 

City of Norfolk talks tax increment financing

City of Norfolk talks tax increment financing

With TIF continuing to be talked about in Norfolk NCN talked with city officials about what it is and why it's used.

35th early childhood conference hosted in Norfolk

35th early childhood conference hosted in Norfolk

With a shortage across Nebraska in the early childhood field, officials with the childcare conference in Norfolk looked to strengthen relationships with peers in the field.

Late chance by Navigators denied by Libengood, Panthers hold on for win

Late chance by Navigators denied by Libengood, Panthers hold on for win

On senior night for the Panthers, Norfolk boys soccer held on in a win for their best start since 2006 with a 3-2 win over Lincoln North Star.

Melissa Temple hopes to ‘be a bridge builder’ for District 19

Melissa Temple hopes to ‘be a bridge builder’ for District 19

Election year is upon the state of Nebraska as many officials in and outside of the state will be elected to hold political office.

NSAA approves shot clock for all classes, adds Class B for girls wrestling

NSAA approves shot clock for all classes, adds Class B for girls wrestling

The NSAA approved major changes to its administration and some of its premier sports at its April meeting on Thursday.

McDonnell switch puts NE electoral vote in play

McDonnell switch puts NE electoral vote in play

By almost all accounts this year’s race for the White House is going to be close, and now one Nebraska vote is being closely watched, it’s one of Nebraska’s five electoral votes.

Province's first career goal pushes #9 Kearney past Norfolk in defensive thriller

Province's first career goal pushes #9 Kearney past Norfolk in defensive thriller

NORFOLK - The Kearney Bearcats have won its eighth game on the year and third straight after leaving Norfolk with a 1-0 win on Tuesday night

Vilims strong as Northeast drops rubber match to #9 Kirkwood

Vilims strong as Northeast drops rubber match to #9 Kirkwood

The Northeast Community College baseball team was back at home Saturday for the finale of their series with Kirkwood. The Hawks fell in the showdown by a final score of 8-4 in what marks their first conference-series loss of the season.

Keisei Tominaga set to participate in College 3-Point Championship

Keisei Tominaga set to participate in College 3-Point Championship

Nebraska’s Keisei Tominaga has been selected to the Hanes Men’s 3-Point Championship roster.

EPIC 'respectfully declining' to answer petition drive questions

EPIC 'respectfully declining' to answer petition drive questions

According to state campaign finance reports, at the end of February the EPIC folks had raised $150, 209.

Backers of medical marijuana hoping third time is the charm

Backers of medical marijuana hoping third time is the charm

They need roughly 87,000 valid signatures by early July to make the November ballot.

Reports: Nebraska selects Washington’s Dannen as new athletic director

Reports: Nebraska selects Washington’s Dannen as new athletic director

The University of Nebraska is moving forward quickly in selecting its new athletic director.

Flood kickoffs campaign, emphasizes border security and affordable housing

Flood kickoffs campaign, emphasizes border security and affordable housing

As the May primaries near, current District 1 Rep. Mike Flood kicked off his campaign in Lincoln with a focus on both the national and local scale.

Kabourek ‘disappointed’ in Alberts departure, will name an interim AD ‘very soon’

Kabourek ‘disappointed’ in Alberts departure, will name an interim AD ‘very soon’

Leadership at the University of Nebraska plans to name an interim athletic director “very soon” and will quickly begin a national search to fill the post.

News Channel Nebraska extends TV partnership with Supernovas, televising two matches this week

News Channel Nebraska extends TV partnership with Supernovas, televising two matches this week

OMAHA, Neb. — News Channel Nebraska will be televising a majority of the Omaha Supernovas' remaining home games to round out the Pro Volleyball Federation's inaugural season.

GACC stuns top-seeded North Platte St Patrick's at the buzzer in State Tournament

GACC stuns top-seeded North Platte St Patrick's at the buzzer in State Tournament

The Bluejays drew up the perfect play to Myles Dinslage on the low post that set up a game-winning shot to knock of the top seeded Irish

S-E-M knocks off Walthill 70-49 on the way to D-2 semis

S-E-M knocks off Walthill 70-49 on the way to D-2 semis

The Sumner-Eddyville-Miller boys basketball team overcame a slow start to take down Walthill 70-49 in the state quarterfinals.

Lincoln Lutheran eliminates Cedar Catholic in C2

Lincoln Lutheran eliminates Cedar Catholic in C2

The Warriors beat the Trojans 67-50

Norfolk Catholic dominates, advances to C2 semis

Norfolk Catholic dominates, advances to C2 semis

The Knights upended 2-seed Ponca 62-23

More history is made at State Finals with Overton Class D2 title

More history is made at State Finals with Overton Class D2 title

Overton joins the list of new state champions as it defeats Wynot 44-40 in the Class D2 State Championship Saturday night. 

Millard West wins first Class A state title over Bellevue West in nail biter

Millard West wins first Class A state title over Bellevue West in nail biter

Millard West took down Bellevue West 58-55 Saturday to win its first Class A state title in school history.

Pender uses smothering defense to win Class D1 Girls State Championship

Pender uses smothering defense to win Class D1 Girls State Championship

The Pender Pendragons defense held the Southern Valley Eagles to a season-low 25 points, and got a 16-point performance from Maya Dolliver to win their second consecutive State Championship Title.

Historic season for Southern Valley rolls into the semis

Historic season for Southern Valley rolls into the semis

The Eagles took down EPPJ 50-39

Wynot beats Plainview 46-31 behind Oligmueller’s 19 points

Wynot beats Plainview 46-31 behind Oligmueller’s 19 points

Kenna Oligmueller scored 19 points and Wynot knocked off Plainview 46-31 in the Class D-2 quarterfinals.

Sacred Heart advances to D2 semis with 30-21 victory over St. Francis

Sacred Heart advances to D2 semis with 30-21 victory over St. Francis

LINCOLN, Neb. — The Falls City Sacred Heart girls are back in the state semis for the 12th year in a row.

Crofton survives upset bid in C2 quarters

Crofton survives upset bid in C2 quarters

The Warriors outlasted Clarkson/Leigh 38-32