LINCOLN - Nebraska knew they'd be in for a challenge with an impressive Northwestern team visiting Lincoln on Wednesday night.

Going into Friday’s matchup against Grand Island, who is another team that has had a bumpy season, the Panthers are preparing to possibly win their second game on the season.

Firefighters put their lives on the line every day when fighting a fire, dealing with smoke inhalation, etc., but the leading cause of death in the profession is occupational cancer.

The Little Red Hen Theatre in Wakefield is holding two concerts and one murder mystery event over the next 30 days.

Police say two students were killed Monday and a teacher was injured in a shooting at a Des Moines school on the edge of the city’s downtown.

The Norfolk Public Library is holding its annual Winter Reading Challenge.

A Rapid City police officer fatally shot a person who had pointed a gun at him during a struggle late Thursday, the Rapid City Police Department said.

Des Moines police officers who shot and killed a 16-year-old boy who reportedly aimed a gun at them will not be charged, the Iowa Attorney General’s office said.

An eastern Iowa man shot and killed an armed man who broke out a basement window and entered his home, authorities said Thursday.

A well-known comedian performed in northeast Nebraska on Saturday night.

Human Trafficking is defined as "the unlawful act of transporting or coercing people in order to benefit from their work or service."

Community members in northeast Nebraska were speaking out against abortion on Friday.

As winter weather made its way through Nebraska, cities across the state declared a snow emergency, but what does that exactly mean?

There’s a problem that is making life difficult for the department; limited trucks and unhappy employees.

In northeast Nebraska, some areas could get close to a foot throughout the evening into the overnight hours.

North Fork Area Transit claims it can be up and running again in a short time, but that all depends on if they receive enough donations.

Despite a buzzer-beater to tie the game and a hostile road environment, the Madison Dragons came out on top in a battle with the Stanton Mustangs.

The Stanton Mustangs and Madison Dragons came into Tuesday night's matchup looking for a spark and the Mustangs got just what they were searching for with a 49-20 win over the Dragons.

The Norfolk public school district is looking for new teachers for the 2023-24 school year.

One northeast Nebraska college celebrated Dr. Martin Luther Kind Jr. Day with a march of solidarity and more.

Authorities in Bellevue arrested a wanted South Dakota suspect on Sunday. 

On February 5th, the 'For The Love of Reading' Children’s Day Festival will be taking place at the Sunset Plaza Mall in Norfolk.

Live music has become a mainstay for communities in northeast Nebraska thanks to a local radio station.

North Fork Area Transit will be providing a discussion of the operational and financial status of itself to the City of Norfolk Tuesday.

Norfolk council member Gary L. Jackson has submitted his resignation citing health issues.

A Rapid City police officer justifiably believed that his life was in danger when he shot and killed a man at an apartment complex in November, South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley said Thursday.

It took a pair of strong second halves to prevail Papillion- La Vista over Norfolk in both the girls and boys matchups on Saturday.

The wife of a northwestern Iowa county supervisor has been charged with 52 counts of voter fraud after she allegedly filled out and cast absentee ballots in her husband’s unsuccessful race for a Republican nomination to run for Congress in 2020.

Harshitha Vallabhaneli said her passion for coding and robotics goes back to when she was only seven years old.

The American Legion in Nebraska has issued a public censure against its acting department commander and other members.

Menu items at Divots Downtown include favorites off the grill, salads, and Neapolitan pizzas.

One northeast Nebraska art center is showcasing a new exhibit to give a fresh perspective.

The water pipe break resulted in widespread damage and dozens of missing items for students at Wayne State.

A new hotel in northeast Nebraska is aiming to provide an upscaled stay for visitors.

A northeast Nebraska high school bowler made history this week by bowling his first-ever perfect game.

An apparent cyberattack on Iowa’s largest school district has led officials to cancel classes for 30,000 students for a second day as technicians scramble to protect data and restore the computer system, the district’s leader said Tuesday afternoon.

Children under the age of 19 receive free access and while tickets for adults 19 years and older cost $3.

The White House is moving forward with a proposal that would lower student debt payments for millions of Americans.

A northeast Nebraska animal shelter is holding a fundraiser this weekend with a Golden Girl on their mind.

An animal neglect investigation has led authorities to seize more than a dozen horses from a South Dakota home.

More than 1,000 striking CNH Industrial workers in Iowa and Wisconsin rejected the “last, best and final offer” from the maker of construction and agricultural equipment Saturday night, extending their eight-month stoppage.

The South Sioux City Cardinal boys win their fifth game of the season after managing to slip past Norfolk 61-55 on Saturday afternoon.

Happy New Year to the South Sioux City Cardinal girls as they win their first game of 2023 over the Norfolk Panthers, 59-53.

Six years in prison was given to a South Dakota man due to a firearm possession charge.

While some in the Norfolk community retain hope, North Fork Area Transit held what could be its final ride Friday evening.

The 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' campaign aims to keep impaired drivers off the road, along with other traffic violations.

Authorities in northwest Nebraska are looking for a suspect in a hit-and-run that happened sometime during the snow storms. 

A former college administrator with ties to northeast and central Nebraska has died.

With the snowstorms around the state coming to an end, one northeast city is now assessing what that means for its roads.

The Norfolk Fire Division is helping drivers learn more about preparing their vehicles for the winter weather.

Authorities are investigating after two people were found dead in a Butler County home.

Nebraska was swept by Iowa last year, but that won't be the case this season. 

The city of Madison is holding its annual Madtown Holidazzle Christmas Light Display until January 7th.

Former Nebraska commit and now Iowa State signee, Ben Brahmer led all scorers with 27 points. Abram Scholting hit three shots from beyond the arch and finished his day with 17 points.

A northeast Nebraska fire department is helping educate the public on how to keep their homes safe from fires this winter season.

With snow drifts blocking local highways, residents of the Sandhills village of Cody were forced to use a snowmobile Friday to deliver penicillin to a sick child stuck at a local ranch.

Despite Thursday's extreme weather, some shops in Norfolk weathered the storm to stay open for last-minute Christmas shopping.

The Norfolk Public School Board of Education will be holding a personnel hearing on December 27.

With portions of northeast Nebraska currently under a wind chill advisory for the next two days, it’s not only important to make sure you're safe, but don’t forget to look after the animals in your life too.

If you’re interested in adopting Sliver, you can contact the Animal Shelter of Northeast Nebraska at 402-750-4665.

On Wednesday morning in Norfolk, wind chills were down to -4 and it’s only expected to get colder as the week goes on.

As the state of Nebraska prepares for severe weather conditions, residents in the city of Norfolk should be prepared in the event of a snow emergency declaration.

With winter weather approaching the Nebraska Department of Transportation is trying to get ahead of the storm.

Parents of children that attend Northern Hills received an email in November saying the daycare would be changing ownership and close on December 30th and reopen next summer.