Nebraska seeks federal disaster assistance after flooding, Douglas County loans approved

Gov. Jim Pillen is also seeking federal assistance for eight counties after flooding caused more than $23 million in estimated damage

October 27, 2026Updated: October 27, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Nebraska seeks federal disaster assistance after flooding, Douglas County loans approved

Regional

Norfolk woman arrested after allegedly striking man with glass skillet lid

Norfolk woman arrested after allegedly striking man with glass skillet lid

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.

State

Nebraska U.S. Attorney's Office announces election integrity plan ahead of Nov. 3

Harvest Help app connects farmers with seasonal workers amid labor shortage

Gov. Pillen Requests Federal Disaster Declaration for Flood Damaged Counties

Norfolk woman arrested after allegedly striking man with glass skillet lid

Douglas County investigators recover nearly $1.15 million for scam victims in 2026

Several vehicles involved in crash at Norfolk roundabout

Sports

Lady Raiders Fall to Ogallala in Sub-District Semifinal

Norris boys second in Class B, Tri County boys second in Class D at 2026 Cross Country State Championships

Blue Jays Sweep Scouts in Subdistrict Semi

Frager’s dominant night helps Huskers take final exhibition over K-State in Grand Island

Husker Basketball Brings Generations of Fans Together in Grand Island

Nebraska Men's Basketball announcer Kent Pavelka announces retirement

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