Dying Blind: We don’t know the real number of Nebraskans dying from drugs. It’s costing us.

The state has long undercounted drug deaths, say state officials, public health researchers, treatment workers and a new Flatwater Free Press analysis.

September 19, 2025Updated: September 19, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

Regional

Norfolk-based, veteran-owned firm named Nebraska Government Contractor of the Year

Norfolk-based, veteran-owned firm named Nebraska government contractor of the year

Game and Parks talks turkey numbers, amidst spring season

Alert sent out for intersection accident in Norfolk

Alert sent out for intersection accident in Norfolk Wednesday

Rollover crash near Norfolk leaves one seriously injured

State

Boomgaarn gets probation term after attempted child enticement case

A Win for the Nebraska Brand Committee and Nebraska’s Cattle Industry

‘It’s our way of donating,’ Cherry County Implement and NAPA donate filters to Cherry County fire trucks

Aid available for Nebraska veterans impacted by wildfires

Trump says Pam Bondi, a loyalist who oversaw Justice Department upheaval, is out as attorney general

Gov. Pillen rescinds statewide burn ban as wildfire risk eases

Sports

Colorado sports notes: Tyler Freeman drives in winning run in 10th as Rockies beat Blue Jays 2-1

WNCC’s Lashley ready to lead her Anguilla national team in CONCACAF qualifier

Eagles Sweep 5000 Meters at Central Nebraska Challenge

Johnston hits a 2-run homer as the Rockies rout the Blue Jays 14-5 for their 1st win of the season

Cougar notes: WNCC softball plays tough against No. 25 McCook despite falling

Sidney boys, Ogallala girls headline strong showings at Ganser Invite

Ag & Outdoor

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

Outdoor notes: Haag shares 100 years of Nebraskaland

Supplementing dryland wheat and irrigated corn with proso millet in drought years