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Hastings family receives Family Tree Award
Hastings family receives Family Tree Award

The Hastings family is a recipient of the Family Tree Award.

Texas man arrested for shooting child with blank shot during Lancaster County wedding

Texas man arrested for shooting child with blank shot during Lancaster County wedding

A 12-year-old Texas boy is in the hospital in Omaha recovering from injuries sustained from a blank shot from a revolver.

TSCI staff members assaulted by inmate, two injured

TSCI staff members assaulted by inmate, two injured

Law enforcement says there were multiple staff members assaulted on Saturday at the Tecumseh State Correctional Institution. 

Two dead following garbage truck accident near Tilden

Two dead following garbage truck accident near Tilden

The Antelope County Sheriff's Office said they investigated a garbage truck accident that killed two people on Thursday.

Lexington Police Department announces new police chief

Lexington Police Department announces new police chief

A new police chief is taking over the Lexington Police Department.

Commissioners OK sheriff's department vehicle purchases

Commissioners OK sheriff's department vehicle purchases

The Cheyenne County Commissioners this morning approved purchasing two 2023 pickup trucks for the Sheriff's Department.

Morgan Hallstrom remembered at sand volleyball court dedication

Morgan Hallstrom remembered at sand volleyball court dedication

Inclusive Dream Team helps introduce improvements at Syracuse sports complex

Omaha authorities investigate shooting that injured five people, killed one

Omaha authorities investigate shooting that injured five people, killed one

Authorities in Omaha say they are investigating a shooting incident that injured five and killed one on Sunday. 

Grand Island teens arrested after I-80 high-speed pursuit

Grand Island teens arrested after I-80 high-speed pursuit

Two teenagers are in custody after authorities say they led state troopers on a high-speed pursuit.

Soybean field fire in rural Madison County Sunday

Soybean field fire in rural Madison County Sunday

Dry, windy conditions are being blamed for stoking a field fire on Sunday.

One-vehicle rollover crash results in injury on Sunday

One-vehicle rollover crash results in injury on Sunday

Authorities are investigating a rollover crash in northeast Nebraska. 

Rider seriously injured in accident during horse race

Rider seriously injured in accident during horse race

A jockey is hospitalized after an accident during a horse race in Columbus. 

Tourism in Norfolk on the rise but are below pre-COVID numbers

Tourism in Norfolk on the rise but are below pre-COVID numbers

A report from Norfolk's visitors bureau shows tourism is raising in the northeast Nebraska city.

NCN Exclusive: Democrats consider backing Independent against Fischer

NCN Exclusive: Democrats consider backing Independent against Fischer

Jane Kleeb, the head of the NE Democratic Party, tells NCN's Joe Jordan "there is a possibility" that we will support Dan (Osborn).

Beatrice man arrested as suspect in rural burglary

Beatrice man arrested as suspect in rural burglary

Home security video helps authorities identify suspect

Three Nebraska lakes on alert status for toxic algae

Three Nebraska lakes on alert status for toxic algae

Toxins for blue-green algae persisting into the fall

Two-vehicle accident north of Potter sends two people to hospital

Two-vehicle accident north of Potter sends two people to hospital

Two people were injured in a two-vehicle accident five and half miles north of Potter Sunday afternoon. 

Nebraska is imposing a 7-day wait for trans youth to start gender-affirming medications

Nebraska is imposing a 7-day wait for trans youth to start gender-affirming medications

Nebraska is requiring transgender youth seeking gender-affirming care to wait seven days to start puberty blocking medications or hormone treatments under emergency regulations announced Sunday by the state health department.

Former Wilber man receives jail time for child pornography conviction

Former Wilber man receives jail time for child pornography conviction

A child pornography conviction led to prison time for a former Wilber man.

Worldwide Day of Play event hosted in Norfolk, encourage youth, parents to get outside

Worldwide Day of Play event hosted in Norfolk, encourage youth, parents to get outside

It's the Worldwide Day of Play and a local museum in Norfolk is trying to get kids and parents active and help themselves in more ways than just enjoying the outdoors.

'Biblical Citizenship' seminar held in Sidney

'Biblical Citizenship' seminar held in Sidney

A program was held today, September 30, on biblical citizenship, addressing issues like what does biblical citizenship mean and what can it do for the United States.

Wyoming man found guilty of threatening to assault officer while in Scotts Bluff County

Wyoming man found guilty of threatening to assault officer while in Scotts Bluff County

A man from Wyoming was found guilty of threatening to kill an officer while in Scotts Bluff County.

GRACE Cancer Foundation in Grand Island moves to new space

GRACE Cancer Foundation in Grand Island moves to new space

The GRACE Cancer Foundation is opening its new facilities in Grand Island. 

‘A look into history’: Local artist appreciates care given to his stamp murals

‘A look into history’: Local artist appreciates care given to his stamp murals

Longtime Norfolk resident Bill Hoile was surprised to see the murals still up in the old post office building and is encouraged to hear his murals may stand the test of time.

Human remains reportedly found near Waterloo campground

Human remains reportedly found near Waterloo campground

On Friday, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office said they responded to a report of human remains.

Hall County Sheriff’s office releases update on death of woman

Hall County Sheriff’s office releases update on death of woman

The Hall County Sheriff’s Office is releasing new information on the death of a Hall County woman that happened last year. 

Ethan Ciancio, Emma Bond voted UNK homecoming royalty

Ethan Ciancio, Emma Bond voted UNK homecoming royalty

Ethan Ciancio of Fullerton and Emma Bond of Kearney are the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s homecoming king and queen.

Chadron State College president visits Sidney

Chadron State College president visits Sidney

Chadron State College's new president Ron Patterson visited Sidney recently. He came wanting to hear what the college is doing well, and what can be improved.

Heartland Country Music Artist Luke Mills to headline first night at new music fest in Kearney

Heartland Country Music Artist Luke Mills to headline first night at new music fest in Kearney

Saturday's lineup remains the same with country music singer/songwriter, Jerrod Niemann, headlining the Oct. 14 bill.

Flags to be flown half-staff for U.S. Senator

Flags to be flown half-staff for U.S. Senator

Gov. Jim Pillen announced on Friday that, in accordance with a request from the White house, flags are to be flown at half-staff.

Two arrested in Elkhorn for multiple drugs

Two arrested in Elkhorn for multiple drugs

Two people were arrested in Elkhorn after drugs were found in their home.

Multi-county pursuit ends with one arrested, NSP says

Multi-county pursuit ends with one arrested, NSP says

A man from Missouri is now in jail after a multi-county pursuit through Central Nebraska. 

League of Nebraska Municipalities announces Executive Board membership changes

League of Nebraska Municipalities announces Executive Board membership changes

The League of Nebraska Municipalities announced the newly elected members of the 2023-24 Executive Board.

Local officials warn of Benadryl consumption

Local officials warn of Benadryl consumption

The Sidney Police Department is reporting local youth consuming high amounts of Benadryl. There are also reports of a "Benadryl Challenge" on some social media platforms.

Ex-NFAT director sees bond increase to $1 million

Ex-NFAT director sees bond increase to $1 million

Stewart's bond was increased following a hearing in Madison District Court on Friday.

Living Memorial Gardens adds personal touch

Living Memorial Gardens adds personal touch

Living Memorial Gardens in Sidney's Legion Park has a photographic addition to the flora, a photo board where a person can bee a flower among the gardens.

Woman in jail for helping 26-year-old pose as high school student, Lincoln Police say

Woman in jail for helping 26-year-old pose as high school student, Lincoln Police say

A 22-year-old woman is in jail, accused of pretending to be the mother of Zachary Scheich, who allegedly posed as a high school student and is facing felony charges.

LENRD considering new rules and regulations for groundwater management

LENRD considering new rules and regulations for groundwater management

Rule changes could open up new areas to irrigation in the LENRD.

'Toxic algae' fouling Nebraska lakes, raising water quality concerns

'Toxic algae' fouling Nebraska lakes, raising water quality concerns

Since 2005, dozens of Nebraska lakes have experienced unhealthy amounts of a toxic bacteria, often referred to as toxic algae. Scientists say we lack sufficient data to determine if outbreaks are becoming more frequent.

‘Unbelievable’ insurance increases are walloping Nebraska homeowners - climate change is a big reason why

‘Unbelievable’ insurance increases are walloping Nebraska homeowners - climate change is a big reason why

Nebraska homeowners have seen insurance premiums skyrocket in recent years. Experts and agents offered multiple explanations, with more severe weather events toward the top of that list.

Man falls from elevated path at Fairbury City Dam

Man falls from elevated path at Fairbury City Dam

A man fell from an elevated walking path by the Fairbury City Dam River. 

UPDATE: Three teens cited after three-vehicle accident

UPDATE: Three teens cited after three-vehicle accident

Three teens were cited following Thursday evening's three-vehicle accident.

Regional West Foundation Awards $26,500 in Scholarships to School of Radiologic Technology Students

Regional West Foundation Awards $26,500 in Scholarships to School of Radiologic Technology Students

The Regional West Foundation Board of Directors has awarded eight Regional West School of Radiologic Technology students a total of $26,500 in scholarships.

Drivers, Ag Producers Share the Road During Harvest Season

Drivers, Ag Producers Share the Road During Harvest Season

Harvest is in full swing across Nebraska and the Nebraska State Patrol encourages all motorists to be aware of agriculture equipment traveling on roads throughout the state.

CSC notes: Chadron State College hosts training for counselors

CSC notes: Chadron State College hosts training for counselors

Behavioral health counselors from western Nebraska and students enrolled in Chadron State College’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling graduate program attended a foundational workshop in Saturday.

Gering standoff ends with arrest and safe hostage release

Gering standoff ends with arrest and safe hostage release

Authorities on Wednesday arrested a 37-year-old man after a nearly 30-hour standoff and the release of three hostages, including two children.

Authorities respond to three-vehicle accident in Norfolk

Authorities respond to three-vehicle accident in Norfolk

Authorities responded to a report of a three-vehicle accident around 5 p.m. Thursday in Norfolk.

Kearney man arrested for sexually assaulting child

Kearney man arrested for sexually assaulting child

A Kearney man will be in court next month after he was arrested for sexually assaulting a 16-year-old.

Lincoln man who shot at DHHS caseworkers thought they were police officers, court documents show

Lincoln man who shot at DHHS caseworkers thought they were police officers, court documents show

Court documents indicate a Lincoln man thought police officers were returning to his home and that he was “under attack” when he shot at two Department of Health and Human Services caseworkers, injuring one.

Gurley man sentenced for child pornography conviction

Gurley man sentenced for child pornography conviction

A man from Gurley was sentenced to prison following his child pornography conviction.

Five Points Intersection improvement project in Grand Island is finished

Five Points Intersection improvement project in Grand Island is finished

The Five Points Intersection in Grand Island is almost ready to be used.

Morrill County Chief Deputy hangs up her badge, duty belt

Morrill County Chief Deputy hangs up her badge, duty belt

Morrill County had the opportunity to celebrate the retirement of Chief Deputy Cheree Fisher Thursday afternoon. She completes a career that started as a dispatcher.

Town Hall: invest in early childhood education

Town Hall: invest in early childhood education

Panelist says quality child care 'hanging on a thread'

Tradehome Shoes donates 50 pairs of shoes to elementary students in Kearney

Tradehome Shoes donates 50 pairs of shoes to elementary students in Kearney

An act of generosity is bringing smiles to students at an elementary school in Kearney. 

Grand opening of Go Car Wash in Beatrice

Grand opening of Go Car Wash in Beatrice

Many cars and customers came out for a free car wash during the grand opening of Go Car Wash in Beatrice Thursday.

Over $50K in equipment, trailer reportedly stolen in Omaha

Over $50K in equipment, trailer reportedly stolen in Omaha

A trailer and over $50,000 in equipment was reportedly stolen in Omaha.

Over 14,000 hours of volunteer time at ’23 Nebraska State Fair

Over 14,000 hours of volunteer time at ’23 Nebraska State Fair

The Nebraska State Fair volunteer program blew past the 14,000 hour mark in 2023, logging 14,325 hours of time from volunteer efforts.

'Security concern' at Sidney elementary school

'Security concern' at Sidney elementary school

After a report that one of the Sidney elementary schools had a security concern, law enforcement verified there was no credible threat; students and staff are safe.

Court dismisses Nebraska Sen. Hunt’s defamation lawsuit against conservative group

Court dismisses Nebraska Sen. Hunt’s defamation lawsuit against conservative group

Nebraska Freedom Coalition posts about the Omaha lawmaker deemed opinions — not facts — and therefore qualify as protected speech.

Shutdown finds Bacon under attack, Ricketts on the attack

Shutdown finds Bacon under attack, Ricketts on the attack

Congressman Don Bacon told "Don't shut us down," as Ricketts votes against bipartisan Senate deal.

Hastings City Council passes budget 5-3, mayor addresses rising tensions

Hastings City Council passes budget 5-3, mayor addresses rising tensions

Tensions were tamped down but the vote was the same at the Hastings Public Library on Wednesday. 

'Stanton' the movie garners community support in theatres

'Stanton' the movie garners community support in theatres

One northeast Nebraska town was the centerpiece for a motion picture film being showcased all over the state.

Possible memorialization of murals as construction begins on new Salvation Army building in Norfolk

Possible memorialization of murals as construction begins on new Salvation Army building in Norfolk

Plans for the murals inside of the building are not set in stone but officials would like to find a way to preserve them.

Nebraska latest Republican state to expand Medicaid to cover postpartum care for low-income mothers

Nebraska latest Republican state to expand Medicaid to cover postpartum care for low-income mothers

Lower-income new mothers will get a full year of Medicaid health care coverage in Nebraska under an order issued Wednesday by Republican Gov. Jim Pillen.

Grand Island's Aksarben Stock show breaks attendance record

Grand Island's Aksarben Stock show breaks attendance record

Aksarben Stock Show organizers are thrilled after setting a new attendance record at this year’s event.