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Three vehicle accident occurs near 2nd Ave, 8th St. in Kearney
KEARNEY - A three vehicle accident took place near the intersection of 2nd Avenue and West 8th Stree...
Deadline to apply for county court judge vacancy is Feb. 27
GRAND ISLAND - Applications for the county court judge position in the Ninth Judicial District, comp...
81-year-old Callaway man killed in rollover accident in Custer County
CALLAWAY - An 81-year-old Callaway man was killed as the result of a rollover accident in Custer Cou...
G.I. Tourism awards Liederkranz $15,000 grant
GRAND ISLAND - Grand Island Tourism recently presented the Liederkranz German Club of Grand Island a...
Trades industries highlighted for second business blueprint workshop
GRAND ISLAND - The City of Grand Island, the Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation and ...
G.I. Fire Department to host meeting on proposed food truck regulations and live fire safety training for Spanish-speaking community members
GRAND ISLAND - The Grand Island Fire Department, in partnership the University of Nebraska-Lincoln E...
Large law enforcement presence on W. 22 St. in Kearney on Thursday morning
KEARNEY - A large law enforcement presence was noted in the area of W. 22nd St. during the morning h...
Trades industries highlighted for second business blueprint workshop
GRAND ISLAND - The City of Grand Island, the Grand Island Area Economic Development Corporation and ...
G.I. Fire Department to host meeting on proposed food truck regulations and live fire safety training for Spanish-speaking community members
GRAND ISLAND - The Grand Island Fire Department, in partnership the University of Nebraska-Lincoln E...
Large law enforcement presence on W. 22 St. in Kearney on Thursday morning
KEARNEY - A large law enforcement presence was noted in the area of W. 22nd St. during the morning h...
CNRA and G.I. Public Library launch "Flybrary" for travelers
GRAND ISLAND - The Central Nebraska Regional Airport and the Grand Island Public Library have partne...
Jacy Todd found guilty of 23 counts of official misconduct, false statement relating to Medical Marijuana ballot petition
GRAND ISLAND - Judge Alfred Corey presided over a two-and-a-half-day jury trial this week in Hall Co...
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Large law enforcement presence on W. 22 St. in Kearney on Thursday morning
KEARNEY - A large law enforcement presence was noted in the area of W. 22nd St. during the morning h...
CNRA and G.I. Public Library launch "Flybrary" for travelers
GRAND ISLAND - The Central Nebraska Regional Airport and the Grand Island Public Library have partne...
Jacy Todd found guilty of 23 counts of official misconduct, false statement relating to Medical Marijuana ballot petition
GRAND ISLAND - Judge Alfred Corey presided over a two-and-a-half-day jury trial this week in Hall Co...
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UNK junior Zach Arner serves the community while earning criminal justice degree
KEARNEY - On campus, Zach Arner is just like any other University of Nebraska at Kearney student - a...
Hastings Police Department's activity from Feb. 25
HASTINGS - The Hastings Police Department released their daily activity from Wednesday, Feb. 25. Rep...
California man arrested after 242 pounds of cocaine found after I-80 traffic stop in Dawson County
LEXINGTON - A California man was arrested after a traffic stop on Interstate 80 in Dawson County unc...
Emergency lane closure on 56th St. between 2nd Ave. and 1st Ave.
KEARNEY - The City of Kearney Utilities Department announces emergency water main repair work on 56t...
Lance Selph joins Hastings Fire & Rescue as Assistant Chief of EMS
HASTINGS - Hastings Fire & Rescue's Assistant Chief of EMS comes to the position with nearly 30 ...
Kearney man arrested following high-risk search warrant
KEARNEY - Yesterday on Feb. 24 around 9 a.m., members of the Kearney Police Department and Buffalo C...
2026 Spring Bridal show to be held March 1
KEARNEY - The largest and longest running bridal show in central Nebraska is retuning for its latest...
Rain showers, isolated thunderstorm possible this afternoon
HASTINGS - Rain showers, along with an isolated thunderstorm, are possible this afternoon. Precipita...
Hastings man killed in single vehicle accident in southern Adams County
HASTINGS - A Hastings man was killed as the result of a single vehicle accident in southern Adams Co...
Kearney voters to decide upon Good Life District program in May's primary election
KEARNEY - The voters of Kearney will now decide upon the Good Life District Economic Development pro...
UNK program meets growing need for speech therapists
KEARNEY - Some careers are defined by profits and promotions. This one is measured by moments - a ch...
Kearney man facing federal charges of selling firearm to felon
LINCOLN - A Kearney man is facing federal charges of disposing or selling a firearm to a felony at d...
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Hastings Police Department's activity from Feb. 24
HASTINGS - The Hastings Police Department released their daily activity from Tuesday, Feb. 24. Repor...
Fatal accident takes place in southern Adams County on Tuesday
ADAMS CO. - A fatal accident occurred near the Adams-Webster County line during the morning of Tuesd...
Hastings Museum to unveil new Kool-Aid exhibit on March 8
HASTINGS - The Hastings Museum is celebrating a global icon this spring with the debut of its refres...
Windy Hills fifth grader wins UNK/KPS Spelling Bee
KEARNEY - Windy Hills Elementary fifth grader Lena Denton captured first place at the UNK/KPS Spelli...
Buffalo County commissioners honor late Register of Deeds Kellie John
KEARNEY - The Buffalo County Commissioners held a moment of silence and recognized Kellie John, the ...
Controlled burn taking place in Gosper County Tuesday afternoon
ELWOOD - The Elwood Fire Department alerted the public that a controlled burn will be taking place i...
"Celebrate HPS" at 2026 HPS Foundation Spring Festival
HASTINGS - The Hastings Public Schools Foundation will "Celebrate HPS" during their Spring...
John Whetzal selected as new superintendent of Lexington Public Schools
LEXINGTON - John Whetzal, the current superintendent at Superior Public Schools has been selected to...
UNK anglers land third place in collegiate fishing competition
KEARNEY - University of Nebraska at Kearney students reeled in a top-three finish during a North Ame...
Hanny Arram Center for Success students earn most improved award at KidWind
KEARNEY - Students from the Hanny Arram Center for Success (HACS) were recently recognized with the ...
KHS students earn Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, National Ceramic Exhibition recognition
KEARNEY - Kearney High School is proud to announce that 27 students have been recognized through the...
Hastings Police Department's activity from Feb. 23
HASTINGS - The Hastings Police Department released their daily activity from Monday, Feb. 23. Report...
Big Idea Hastings to be held at The Lark on Feb. 24
HASTINGS - Big Idea Hastings, hosted by the Hastings Economic Development Corporation, will be held ...
Grand Island woman arrested for slashing individual in face with knife
GRAND ISLAND - A Grand Island woman was arrested after slashing an individual in the face with a kni...
Kearney firefighters respond to report of stove fire
KEARNEY - Members of the Kearney Volunteer Fire Department responded to the report of a stove fire a...
City of Holdrege warns residents of fraudulent invoices
HOLDREGE - Several Holdrege property owners have received fraudulent invoices after submitting appli...
First UNMC Kearney medical class to be awarded scholarships
KEARNEY - The University of Nebraska Medical Center will offer scholarships to the first class of me...
Kearney city council to discuss setting Good Life District vote for primary election
KEARNEY - The Kearney city council is set to discuss a resolution that would add the establishment o...
Preliminary hearing set for Hastings man charged after arson incident at Brewery Loft apartments
HASTINGS - A preliminary hearing date was set for a Hastings man facing felony charges following an ...
Rain chances, fire weather concerns, possible snow all in the mix this week
HASTINGS - This week features a little bit of everything from fire weather concerns, rain chances mi...
Driver killed in Webster Co. hay grinder-train accident identified
AMBOY - On Feb. 19, 2026, at approximately 9:30 a.m., a hay grinder being driven eastbound on Highwa...
Hastings Police Department's activity from Feb. 20-22
HASTINGS - The Hastings Police Department released their daily activity from Friday, Feb. 20 through...
18-year-old male arrested for three incidents
GRAND ISLAND - Grand Island police arrested Damion Perez, 18, of Grand Island for three separate inc...
High schoolers empower young girls through "Fem Power" After School Club
GRAND ISLAND - "Be who you needed when you were younger." That's the mantra three seniors ...
Burn ban still in effect across Buffalo County
BUFFALO CO. - The Buffalo County Fire Departments say that conditions are still not safe enough to l...
Crossroads Mission Avenue receives $1.5 million grant for Hastings facility renovations
HASTINGS - Crossroads Mission Avenue, Hastings, was awarded $1.5 million through FHLBank Topeka's 20...
Dawson County weekly real estate transactions, Feb. 16-20
LEXINGTON - The Dawson County Register of Deeds released the weekly real estate transactions from Fe...
Phase one of A Ave. roadway reconstruction to start in Kearney
KEARNEY - The City of Kearney Public Works Department, in coordination with Nielsen Contracting, ann...
Kearney Planning Commission approves actions for commercial development at Abood Addition
KEARNEY - The Kearney Planning Commission approved various actions for future commercial development...
Jury trial date set for Kearney man charged after shooting at ex-girlfriend's vehicle
KEARNEY - A jury trial date has been set in the case of a Kearney man charged with first degree assa...
Chance for light snow across central Nebraska into Friday evening
HASTINGS - After the main shot of snow on Thursday, additional chances for light snow across central...
Fatal accident occurs after vehicle strikes train near Red Cloud
RED CLOUD - A fatal accident occurred after a vehicle struck a train at a crossing in Webster County...
Gov. Pillen delegates Kearney Mayor Authority to lower flags in honor of Mike Yanney
KEARNEY - Governor Jim Pillen has delegated Kearney Mayor Jonathan Nikkila the authority to order al...
Hastings Police Department's daily activity from Feb. 19
HASTINGS - The Hastings Police Department released their daily activity from Thursday, Feb. 19. Repo...
Events underway at Crane Trust Nature and Visitors Center for sandhill cranes migration
GRAND ISLAND - Events ranging from programs to blind tours are underway at Crane Trust Nature and Vi...
Man files for Ward 5 position on Hall County Board
GRAND ISLAND - Jason Luebbe, 52, filed Feb. 19 for the Ward 5 position on the Hall County Board of C...
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Elderly woman victim of fraud scam
GRAND ISLAND - A 82-year-old Grand Island woman in north central Grand Island was a victim of fraud ...
Two Rivers Public Health Department reports third flu death in district
KEARNEY - Two Rivers Public Health Department (TRPHD) is reporting the third death of a community me...
Kearney Area Animal Shelter announces 2026 Gala featuring 'The Voice' finalist Bryan Olesen
KEARNEY - The Kearney Area Animal Shelter (KAAS) is thrilled to announce its 2026 Annual Gala, takin...
Third Jimmy John's location now open in south Kearney in Younes Kearney
KEARNEY - The third Jimmy John's location in Kearney has officially opened in the Younes Landing com...
NWS Hastings announces 2026 SKYWARN storm spotter training schedule
HASTINGS - The National Weather Service - Hastings announced their SKYWARN storm spotter training sc...
Case of Hastings man charged with child abuse after child found in ditch headed to district court
HASTINGS - The case of a Hastings man charged with intentional child abuse after a 15-month-old chil...
Barista's Daily Grind campus location to close in April, new developments to be announced
KEARNEY - Barista's Daily Grind announced that is location near the University of Nebraska - Kearney...
Winter Weather Advisory issued for I-80 corridor, Winter Storm Warning for north central Nebraska
KEARNEY - A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for the Interstate 80 corridor in central Nebras...
Experience 'Korea Through the Ages' at upcoming Korean Night celebration
KEARNEY - One night. Four eras. Fifteen years of tradition. Korean Night returns to the University o...
Gov. Pillen delegates Omaha mayor authority to lower flags in honor of Mike Yanney
LINCOLN - Governor Jim Pillen, in coordination with Mayor John Ewing of Omaha, has delegated the may...
Hastings Police Department's activity from Feb. 18
HASTINGS - The Hastings Police Department released their daily activity from Wednesday, Feb. 18. Rep...
Man arrested after cutting man's ear, taking cell phone
GRAND ISLAND - Police arrested a 40-year-old Grand Island man at 4:48 a.m. Feb. 18 after he confront...
Gunshots fired at home in south Grand Island
GRAND ISLAND -A 17-year-old Grand Island male reported at 8:29 p.m. Feb. 17 that four gunshots had p...
Property owner says renter billed home insurance to her, hasn't repaid it
GRAND ISLAND - A 38-year-old property owner reported Feb. 17 that a renter had billed home insurance...
Richardson, Peterson won't seek re-election to Hall County Board; Mendoza not seeking re-election to City Council
GRAND ISLAND - Hall County Commissioner Jane Richardson had not filed for re-election by the Feb. 17...
Nine fire departments respond to over 300-acre grass fire in Gosper County
GOSPER CO. - Nine area fire departments responded to a grass fire in Gosper County during the aftern...
Hastings Fire and Rescue responds to grass fire amid Red Flag conditions
HASTINGS - Hastings Fire and Rescue responded to a grass fire at 4:06 p.m., on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 202...
Stromsburg man sentenced for attempted production of child pornography
LINCOLN - United States Attorney Lesley A. Woods announced that Clinton Epp, 34, of Stromsburg was s...
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Huskers collaborate with Axtell to envision stronger community
AXTELL - For years, residents and local leaders in Axtell, Nebraska, have shared a common challenge ...
Cozad, Lexington Gothenburg firefighters, area farmers work to contain 150-acre fire on Tuesday
COZAD - Firefighters from Cozad, Lexington and Gothenburg, along with area farmers, worked together ...
MONA hosts an artist talk with fiber artist, Cindy Weil on March 7
KEARNEY - On March 7, 2026, in Kearney the Museum of Nebraska Art (MONA) is pleased to host an artis...
NebraskaLand Bank employees donated $18,900 through "My Fair Share" program
KEARNEY - NebraskaLand Bank is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of its "My Fair Share"...
Winter Storm Watch in effect for north central Nebraska counties on Thursday
BROKEN BOW - A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for several counties in north central Nebraska for...
Buffalo Hills' Collins Akerson wins Buffalo County Spelling Bee
KEARNEY - Collins Akerson, a bright 5th-grade student from Buffalo Hills Elementary, has clinched fi...
Holdrege Area Early Childhood Partnership awards $5,000 grant to support Loving Care Early Learning Center relocation
HOLDREGE - The Holdrege Area Early Childhood Partnership has awarded $5,000 through its Key for Kids...
Hastings Police Department's activity from Feb. 17
HASTINGS - The Hastings Police Department released their daily activity from Tuesday, Feb. 17. Repor...
G.I. Public Library introduces first responder storytime series
GRAND ISLAND - The Grand Island Public Library is partnering with area first responder agencies to l...
Cozad, Lexington firefighters respond to grass fire amid dangerous fire weather conditions
COZAD - Firefighters with Cozad and Lexington responded to a grass fire amid dangerous Red Flag Warn...
KPS Announces Leadership Transitions at Kearney High and Horizon Middle School
Kearney Public Schools (KPS) has announced leadership transitions that will take effect at the begin...
Summer research grants lead to publications for Hastings College English Department faculty member
HASTINGS - The past few summers have been productive ones for Dr. Eleanor Reeds, associate professor...
Man arrested for assaulting father, brother with belt
GRAND ISLAND - Grand Island police arrested Cristian Torres Jimenez, 24, at 7:14 a.m. Feb. 16 after ...
G.I. woman arrested for domestic assault
GRAND ISLAND - Grand Island police arrested Nevida Lopez Hernandez at 9 a.m. Feb. 16 for a domestic ...
Two 13-year-old males arrested for Feb. 14 burglary at bake shop
GRAND ISLAND - Grand Island police arrested two 13-year-old males at 2:58 a.m. Feb. 14 after they we...
Sorensen files for re-election to Hall County Board of Commissioners
GRAND ISLAND - Hall County Commissioner Scott Sorensen, 37, has filed for re-election to his Distric...
Fort Kearny hike-bike trail bridge project complete
KEARNEY - The hike-bike trail south bridge at Fort Kearny State Recreation Area is now open to the p...
G.I. man arrested for assaulting 2 youth at high school student protest walkout
GRAND ISLAND - A Grand Island man was arrested shortly after 3:18 p.m. Feb. 16 after being accused o...
Hastings man arrested in Grand Island for active Douglas, Clay County warrants
GRAND ISLAND - A Hastings man was arrested in Grand Island on active warrants from Douglas and Clay ...
Two Rivers collects over 5,000 medications from take back event in Gosper County
ELWOOD - The Two Rivers Public Health Department collected over 5,000 medications during a take back...
City of Kearney mourns loss, celebrates life of Michael Yanney
KEARNEY - The City of Kearney mourns the loss and celebrates the remarkable life of Michael B. Yanne...
"Very dangerous" fire weather conditions expected, Red Flag Warning issued
HASTINGS - Dangerous fire weather conditions are in place across all central Nebraska as rare "...
Hastings Police Department's activity from Feb. 16
HASTINGS - The Hastings Police Department released their daily activity from Monday, Feb. 16. Report...
G.I. Public Schools issues statement about student walkout on College Street
GRAND ISLAND - Grand Island Public Schools Superintendent Matt Fisher issued the following statement...
Lexington Community Relief Fund provides critical support, expands assistance efforts
LEXINGTON - The Lexington Community Foundation announced progress in delivering aid to individuals a...
Review Nebraska's updated move-over law, took effect in 2025
NEBRASKA - Nebraska's updated move-over law took effect Sept. 3, 2025. The change comes after the Ne...
Burn ban continued in Howard County, critical fire weather conditions expected
ST. PAUL - The St. Paul Fire Department along with all other Howard County fire departments are cont...
Omaha man arrested after traffic stop on I-80 in York County
YORK - On Feb. 13, 2026, at approximately 10:59 p.m., a Sergeant with the York County Sheriff's Offi...
Hastings Development Services Department hosting 'lunch and learn' classes
HASTINGS - The City of Hastings Development Services Department is providing a series of free lunch ...
After record high temperatures early in the week, chance for snow Thursday night
HASTINGS - After record high temperatures expected before midweek, a major pattern change toward col...
Fire Weather Watch issued for all of central Nebraska on Tuesday
HASTINGS - A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for all of central Nebraska on Tuesday due to critic...
Lincoln Police release details on officer-involved shooting
LINCOLN - Lincoln Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting around 1:30 a.m. Wednesday n...
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NDOT Highway Safety Office accepting grant proposals to address safety on Nebraska roads
The Nebraska Department of Transportation Highway Safety Office (NDOT HSO) is now accepting proposal...
Coalition of AGs urge the DOJ to scrutinize Netflix's proposed merger with Warner Brothers
LINCOLN - Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers, alongside Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen,...
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Gov. Pillen signs legislation improving county zoning processes for ag producers
WEST POINT - Governor Jim Pillen signed legislation aimed at improving county zoning processes for a...
Fire destroys railroad bridge in west Lincoln
LINCOLN - Lincoln Fire and Rescues battled a railroad bridge fire west of downtown early Monday morn...
Sold out Team Jack Foundation Gala is Feb. 28
LINCOLN - The Team Jack Foundation will host its 13th Annual Gala, presented by Fat Brain Toys, on S...
Nebraska grand jury indicts six more individuals in nationwide ATM jackpotting scheme
OMAHA - A federal grand jury in the District of Nebraska returned an indictment Wednesday charging s...
Central Nebraska Sports
Langan steps down as Kearney Catholic Boys Basketball Coach
According to media reports, Kearney Catholic's Bob Langan has stepped down as the Stars boys basketb...
Gallery Kearney defeats South Sioux City in Class A districts, 54-26
KEARNEY - The Kearney High School girls defeated South Sioux City, 54-26, during the Class A Girls D...
Grand Island man wins over $20k in Poker Tournament
A local man won over $20,000 in a regional poker tournament. Phil Mader of Grand Island won the $400...
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2026 NSAA State Swimming, Diving Championships preview
LINCOLN - Tight team races and individual stars will highlight the 2026 NSAA State Swimming & Di...
Adams Central, GICC advance to C1-9 subdistrict final
GRAND ISLAND - Seemingly in control for the first three quarters, second-seeded Adams Central had to...
Art Banderas announces resignation as Lexington girls wrestling head coach
LEXINGTON - As this season comes to a close, it is with a heavy, yet hopeful heart that I announce m...
Loper Tennis Splits with the Hawks at Grundy
The Nebraska Keraney tennis teams split with the Rockhurst University Hawks Sunday at the Ernest Gru...
Loper Softball Sweeps Sweep the Cougars in Iowa Dome
Junior Chloe Odle threw a complete-game four-hit shutout in the nightcap and three teammates combine...
Parsons, Cooper Post Double-Doubles as Supernovas Fall to Mojo in Five Sets
The Omaha Supernovas, the world's leading professional volleyball franchise, received double-digit p...
Gallery: 20th Annual Nebraska State Dance Championship
GRAND ISLAND - Area teams, Grand Island, North Platte, Kearney, Adams Central, Hastings and Northwes...
Husker Sports
Sowers sisters tabbed to lead NU flag football
The Nebraska flag football program has its first head coach: Liz Sowers, a five-time national champi...
Huskers tie school record with 13th conference win
No. 12 Nebraska men's basketball surged late to lock down a 13th Big Ten win, tying the school recor...
Camemzind named Big Ten Pitcher of the Week
Nebraska pitcher Hannah Camenzind was named Big Ten Pitcher of the Week Monday by the conference off...
No. 10 Huskers finish undefeated weekend with two shutouts
The No. 10 Nebraska softball team stormed into the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic in Cathedral City,...
Nebraska baseball throttles No. 16 Florida State
The Nebraska baseball team salvaged the final game in Arlington, Texas, this weekend in a big way, a...
Prince three-pointer snaps Huskers losing streak
Britt Prince's three-pointer with seven seconds remaining gave Nebraska the lead for good as the Cor...
No. 10 Nebraska rolls to win over No. 11 Texas A&M
A potent offense and solid pitching from Jordy Frahm and Alexis Jensen led Nebraska to an 8-2 win ov...
National News from Fox News
Ex-BBC boss insists organization doesn't have anti-Trump bias amid lawsuit over misleading edit
Former BBC News CEO Deborah Turness insisted the organization doesn't have any institutional bias ag...
Cellmate detained after inmate convicted of sexual assault found dead at California prison
California prison officials are investigating the death of John Cisneros, 49, as a homicide after he...
NASA astronaut reveals he was the one who had a medical issue that led to crew's early return to Earth
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke revealed that he was the person who experienced a medical issue that led ...
Illegal immigrants could lose public housing under Trump HUD plan to end Clinton-era loophole
Trump administration proposes new HUD rule requiring citizenship verification for public housing, en...
National Sports from Fox News
Padres pitcher could miss opening day after undergoing hemorrhoid surgery
San Diego Padres pitcher Matt Waldron underwent hemorrhoid surgery to deal with an infection, and ma...
Cincinnati sues former quarterback Brendan Sorsby over $1M NIL buyout after Texas Tech transfer
The University of Cincinnati sued former quarterback Brendan Sorsby over an alleged $1 million NIL b...
NFL fans' 2025 bills come under focus as FCC probes the rise of sports streaming services
NFL fans faced nearly $800 in streaming costs for the 2025 season from YouTube TV, Amazon Prime Vide...
Olympic gold medalist Breanna Stewart reflects on 'pride and passion' shown by Team USA in Milan
WNBA star Breanna Stewart reflected on Team USA's record 12 Winter Olympics gold medals, and shared ...