Man reaches plea agreement to avoid death penalty in 2023 Fort Calhoun killing

William Collins, 33, sentenced to life in prison in death of Linda Childers, 71

September 23, 2026Updated: September 23, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Man reaches plea agreement to avoid death penalty in 2023 Fort Calhoun killing

William Collins, 33.(Washington County Sheriff's Office)

Regional

Rep. Adrian Smith introduces bill to penalize colleges that allow athletes with gambling violations to compete

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Norfolk’s police dog Kane retires after five years on duty

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State

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Sports

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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

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