Fifth grader's quick thinking saves family from carbon monoxide poisoning

A fifth-grader saved her family from carbon monoxide poisoning by recognizing the danger after learning about carbon monoxide detectors in a fire safety class and insisting her family install them

December 11, 2025Updated: December 12, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

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Regional

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Day three in Ruskamp trial focuses on guns, ammo, and shifting stories

Jury shown body-cam footage and 911 call in Ruskamp murder trial

Nebraska competitors embrace home state feel, at NHSFR in Lincoln

State

Peru State wins national crown in competitive cheer

NCN chief forecaster, Nebraska broadcasting icon Kent Boughton passes away

Northeast Nebraska Korean War veterans receive state recognition

Fifth grader's quick thinking saves family from carbon monoxide poisoning

Regional

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Day three in Ruskamp trial focuses on guns, ammo, and shifting stories

Jury shown body-cam footage and 911 call in Ruskamp murder trial

Nebraska competitors embrace home state feel, at NHSFR in Lincoln

State

Peru State wins national crown in competitive cheer

NCN chief forecaster, Nebraska broadcasting icon Kent Boughton passes away

Northeast Nebraska Korean War veterans receive state recognition

Norfolk Catholic Marks 100 Years of Faith and Education

Korean War Monument Rededicated in Columbus

Horse racing returns to Columbus for the summer season.

Sports

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Kearney Little League team advances to Midwest Regional after winning Nebraska title

Tri-City All-Star Baseball Team Prepares for Central Region Tournament

Malcolm blanks Loomis to secure fifth straight Class C Legion junior state championship

UNK athletes and Nebraska natives competing at USA Track and Field National Championships

Basketball all-stars balance competitive edge with fun, ahead of NCA Basketball Senior Showcase

Ag & Outdoor

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

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities