High Wind Watch, Fire Weather Watch issued for region as winter weather looms

High Wind and Fire Weather Watches issued for the Nebraska Panhandle, southeast Wyoming and northeast Colorado.

February 16, 2026Updated: February 16, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

High Wind Watch, Fire Weather Watch issued for region as winter weather looms

Regional

Norfolk firefighter recognized for station upgrades and leadership

Norfolk firefighter recognized for station upgrades and leadership

South Dakota man sentenced to 15 years after I-80 hit-and-run leads to drugs, gun

South Dakota man sentenced to 15 years after I-80 hit-and-run leads to drugs, gun

4th Street in downtown Norfolk faces temporary closures for River Point lighting project

4th Street in downtown Norfolk faces temporary closures for River Point lighting project

Nebraska health officials urge routine mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Nebraska health officials urge routine mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

State

Should commercial solar and wind developments be allowed in Cherry County? Planning Commission weighs the question

Portion of Omaha Avenue closed due to road stability issue

Infant expected to survive after suffering brain bleed, broken ribs in Lincoln

Dan Osborn among those responding to Trump comments made in Grand Island

‘He’s not coming back': Months after deadly Iranian attack, families of soldiers struggle to cope

Norfolk firefighter recognized for station upgrades and leadership

Sports

Scottsbluff sweeps Bridgeport in inter-class showdown

Colandrea’s running ability a major spark to Husker offense

Doane rues frustrating missed chances in Homecoming defeat to Mount Marty

Diller-Odell shuts down Meridian in Homecoming blanking

Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame inducts latest class

Huskers dominate second half, pull away from Maryland for 48-23 win

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