One dead after pursuit in Omaha involving Nebraska troopers, police say

A man is dead after a pursuit early Thursday involving the Nebraska State Patrol and the Omaha Police Department.

August 7, 2025Updated: August 7, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

Regional

Norfolk first responders adopt program to locate missing individuals faster

Norfolk first responders adopt program to locate missing individuals faster

O’Neill hospital named among top 20 critical access hospitals in U.S.

O’Neill hospital named among top 20 critical access hospitals in U.S.

Family business in Norfolk breaks ground on new expansion

Family business in Norfolk breaks ground on new expansion

Panther alum takes the helm of boys Track Program

Panther alum takes the helm of boys Track Program

State

Norfolk first responders adopt program to locate missing individuals faster

‘I wanted to be the best showman I can be’: Kimball’s Aubrey Culek to continue Livestock Showing at collegiate level

Tower work to temporarily affect 98.7 FM signal in Sidney area

‘It’s my little niche I really enjoy doing’: Kimball Trap Shooter to continue competing at collegiate level

Stuck in Neutral: Nebraska used to be a leader in creating jobs and spurring growth. Not anymore.

Motorcyclist dies after crash near Cheyenne intersection

Sports

Clutch hitting gives Columbus win over rival Norfolk

Bridgeport names Dean interim girls basketball coach after Kuhlen steps down

WNCC baseball starts slow; earns a split with Southeast

Beatrice drops tournament semifinal against Platteview; will face Ralston for third place Friday

100-Meter Sprinters, 4x400 Relay Among Bauer Open Standouts

Colorado sports notes: Avalanche coach Jared Bednar returns to the bench after taking a puck to the face last weekend

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety

‘Worst-case scenario’: Fertilizer, fuel cost spikes hitting Nebraska farmers hard