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

Several vehicles involved in crash at Norfolk roundabout

Several vehicles involved in crash at Norfolk roundabout

Iowa man killed after being struck by two vehicles on Highway 30 near Fremont

Iowa man killed after being struck by two vehicles on Highway 30 near Fremont

Authorities identify men involved in Polk, Butler county shootings

One man was murdered and another was killed after shooting at law enforcement on Friday in eastern Nebraska.

Creighton students dance to raise money for Children’s Nebraska

Creighton students dance to raise money for Children’s Nebraska

State

Several vehicles involved in crash at Norfolk roundabout

Hastings man sentenced for leaving 1-year-old child in Adams County ditch

Initiative 442 could put the Stand With Women Act into the Nebraska Constitution

Iowa man killed after being struck by two vehicles on Highway 30 near Fremont

KHS Octet Selected to Perform National Anthem at NSAA Class A Football Championship

Handmade toy auction to benefit Sandhills Cancer Fund in Valentine

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