State 

Omaha daycare van driver’s case will go to district court
Omaha daycare van driver’s case will go to district court

Bond remains at $50,000 for 62-year-old facing charges in heat death of 1-year-old

Sen. Dover is running for election

Sen. Dover is running for election

A state senator appointed by the governor is now seeking the stamp of approval of the voters for the first time. 

Norfolk man arrested for third-degree domestic assault over weekend

Norfolk man arrested for third-degree domestic assault over weekend

Authorities said they were called to a Norfolk home for a physical disturbance between a man and woman on Sunday. 

Albion woman arrested in Norfolk for DUI

Albion woman arrested in Norfolk for DUI

The Norfolk Police Division said they arrested an Albion woman on Friday for a DUI.

Injury accident results in multiple charges

Injury accident results in multiple charges

A Scottsbluff woman is facing multiple charges following an injury accident September 23.

We've grown up together

We've grown up together

This isn’t another letter to my family. This is a letter to you.

Sidney's first anti-bullying event a success

Sidney's first anti-bullying event a success

Sidney's first "Anti-Bullying Day" had the carnival atmosphere that invited children and adults alike; all at no cost.

Chadron State College celebrates Wild West Homecoming

Chadron State College celebrates Wild West Homecoming

Chadron State College will celebrate its annual Homecoming Sept. 30 through Oct. 7.

Wayne professor to premiere feature film 'The Cross' on Tuesday

Wayne professor to premiere feature film 'The Cross' on Tuesday

On Tuesday Wayne State College film professor Dr. Mike White’s movie, 'The Cross,' will be premiering at the Majestic Theatre in Wayne.

Fire crews determine cause of small blaze at west Omaha hotel

Fire crews determine cause of small blaze at west Omaha hotel

Fire investigators say a fire at west Omaha hotel Friday evening was accidental.

Despite round of severe weather, Oktoberfest goes on as planned

Despite round of severe weather, Oktoberfest goes on as planned

Thunderstorms on Saturday morning won't prevent the event from running over the weekend.

Moose on the loose in Gering

Moose on the loose in Gering

Gering Police Department received multiple calls regarding a moose on the loose near Oregon Trail Park in Gering.

No injuries in Ogallala structure fire

No injuries in Ogallala structure fire

Ogallala fire fighters were able to prevent a potentially catastrophic attic fire at a structure in the city on Thursday evening. 

NCN weekend brief

NCN weekend brief

Stay up to date with all the latest news from all over Nebraska!

CCC operating budget approved, tax levy lowered again

CCC operating budget approved, tax levy lowered again

The Central Community College Board of Governors has approved an operating budget for 2023-24, which includes a fifth straight decrease in the property tax levy for the 25 counties served by CCC.

Nebraska’s Junk Jaunt celebrates 20th anniversary in Cairo

Nebraska’s Junk Jaunt celebrates 20th anniversary in Cairo

People all over central Nebraska are selling their junk or what others might think is a hidden treasure. 

Kearney World War ll veteran celebrates 100th birthday

Kearney World War ll veteran celebrates 100th birthday

The World War ll veteran and longtime Kearney resident is turning 100.

'It's Huge': Cars-N-Carroll Show & Shine returns for 10th year

'It's Huge': Cars-N-Carroll Show & Shine returns for 10th year

Registration begins at 9 a.m. for those interested in showing off their cars and just about any kind of vehicle is allowed.

Platte Valley Bank unveiling remodeled look

Platte Valley Bank unveiling remodeled look

Platte Valley Bank welcomes the public to see it remodeled downtown location in Sidney October 2-5.

Health alert issued for reservoir in Pierce County

Health alert issued for reservoir in Pierce County

A reservoir in Pierce County has been issued a health alert.

Plattsmouth orders water restrictions during emergency repairs

Plattsmouth orders water restrictions during emergency repairs

The city is relying on rural water district

Slama calls Southeast Community College dismissive, condescending on 'unjust' tax increase

Slama calls Southeast Community College dismissive, condescending on 'unjust' tax increase

State senator denounces mimicry of the Bobcat mascot

Nucor celebrates 50th anniversary, looks to continue building in northeast Nebraska

Nucor celebrates 50th anniversary, looks to continue building in northeast Nebraska

Nucor Steel held its 50th anniversary celebration with appearances from politicians.

Dalton Fall Festival set for this weekend

Dalton Fall Festival set for this weekend

The 2023 Dalton Fall Festival will be held Sept. 23-24. This year will include a car show, an antique tractor pull and many other activities.

Authorities confirm bone discovered near North Platte River was missing Scottsbluff man

Authorities confirm bone discovered near North Platte River was missing Scottsbluff man

A human bone discovered near the North Platte between Melbeta and Minatare in October 2021 was matched to a missing Scottsbluff man.

Utility truck tips south of Dunbar

Utility truck tips south of Dunbar

Steep slopes of Highway 67 ditch a factor

Two arrested in Norfolk for stolen property

Two arrested in Norfolk for stolen property

Two people were arrested in Norfolk for stolen property.

Mother in Madison County abortion case sentenced to two years in prison

Mother in Madison County abortion case sentenced to two years in prison

Jessica Burgess had pleaded guilty to three charges in early July and was sentenced to two years in prison on Friday morning.

Chadron State College president to visit Sidney September 27

Chadron State College president to visit Sidney September 27

Chadron State College President Ron K. Patterson will be in Sidney Wednesday, September 27, as part of a listening tour.  Patterson, who began at CSC in July, using his first months in office to learn about the college's impact on the region.

Karie Buchli chosen as the first Stretch Across Nebraska winner

Karie Buchli chosen as the first Stretch Across Nebraska winner

The program is set up for people of all ages to send in a video or photo of their healthy activity and they could win a donation made, in their name, of $500 to the school of their choice.  

Local government budgets approved...still few citizens attend public hearings

Local government budgets approved...still few citizens attend public hearings

During a flood of complaints about property taxes.....few citizens take the time to attend local budget hearings

We weren't ready

We weren't ready

Welcome to my little daughter 

Pawnee Scouts protected pioneers as America expanded west; their service is finally being recognized

Pawnee Scouts protected pioneers as America expanded west; their service is finally being recognized

Nearly 160 years ago, the Pawnee Scouts were valuable allies as America expanded west. But their military service was largely forgotten outside Pawnee Nation.

Tax payers call for tighter budget for taxing entities

Tax payers call for tighter budget for taxing entities

Three taxing entities presented their tax requests to Madison County residents Thursday.

Remote reality: Agreeable bosses, speedy internet remaking work in Sandhills

Remote reality: Agreeable bosses, speedy internet remaking work in Sandhills

Nebraska lags other states when it comes to remote work. Still, its number of remote workers has more than doubled since 2019. Strong internet access is no longer an amenity -- it's a necessity.

Storms yield tornado in Kansas, funnel clouds in Nebraska

Storms yield tornado in Kansas, funnel clouds in Nebraska

Later summer storms drop torrential rain, hail...and include rotation

Non-emergent phone lines restored

Non-emergent phone lines restored

SIDNEY -- The Cheyenne County 911 office is reporting all non-emergent phone lines are currently down for the communication center. At this time, 911 lines seem to be working still and officials are working to get this issue resolved. Please call 911 at t

Rural catholic parishes to consolidate in Platte County, address teacher, priest shortages

Rural catholic parishes to consolidate in Platte County, address teacher, priest shortages

The consolidation between Humphrey St. Francis and Lindsay Holy Family is planned to take place for the 2025-2026 school year.

NCN Friday morning brief

NCN Friday morning brief

Stay up to date with all the latest news from all over Nebraska!

Donation in memory of former editor brightens future of Hastings High newspaper

Donation in memory of former editor brightens future of Hastings High newspaper

A figure from the past is helping to make sure the future of Nebraska journalism is bright.

Plainview man receives probation for false tax return

Plainview man receives probation for false tax return

A Plainview man was sentenced to probation for a false tax return conviction.

Artists embracing AppleJack Festival

Artists embracing AppleJack Festival

Public art project, flower installation highlight creative district

United by Culture Media prepares for annual festival in Lexington

United by Culture Media prepares for annual festival in Lexington

The fifth annual United by Culture Festival  is once again aiming to promote cultural diversity. 

Newly renovated CHI St. Francis Emergency department set to reopen Sept. 26

Newly renovated CHI St. Francis Emergency department set to reopen Sept. 26

The newly renovated CHI St. Francis Emergency Department in Grand Island will be open to the public soon.

Fischer gets an opponent, but he's not a Democrat

Fischer gets an opponent, but he's not a Democrat

At the same time Fischer’s fellow Republican, Sen. Pete Ricketts, remains unopposed.

Norfolk man arrested for reported connection to burglaries, fires

Norfolk man arrested for reported connection to burglaries, fires

A man from Norfolk was arrested after he was reportedly connected to several fires and burglaries.

UNL, UnitedHealthcare, NCN announce new Future of Nebraska scholarship

UNL, UnitedHealthcare, NCN announce new Future of Nebraska scholarship

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s College of Business has a new way of helping students financially.

FBI Omaha looking for victims of child sex assault at dance studio over span of 11 years

FBI Omaha looking for victims of child sex assault at dance studio over span of 11 years

Federal investigators are trying to connect with anyone who may have been a victim of sex assault as a child while attending a dance studio in Sarpy County.

New sign unveiled at The Panther Activity Center

New sign unveiled at The Panther Activity Center

The Panther Activity Center in Lodgepole has a new sign, the result of a Lodgepole Community Fund Advisory Committee member.

Motorcyclist in critical condition, truck driver cited in southeast Lincoln crash

Motorcyclist in critical condition, truck driver cited in southeast Lincoln crash

A motorcyclist is in critical condition and a truck driver was cited following a crash in southeast Lincoln Wednesday morning.

Gov. Pillen town hall meeting set for Monday

Gov. Pillen town hall meeting set for Monday

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen will be holding a public town hall meeting Monday in Kimball.

Second petition filed against Plattsmouth school board member

Second petition filed against Plattsmouth school board member

Terri Cunningham-Swanson named in new recall effort

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to speak in Grand Island

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to speak in Grand Island

We still don't know many details, but Grand Island will be hosting a major national government official next week.

Beef Wellington: The Pet of the Week

Beef Wellington: The Pet of the Week

If you’re interested in making Beef Wellington a part of your family, you can contact the Paws & Claws Adoption Center at 402-562-5683.

NWS announces northeast Nebraska counties are in severe thunderstorm warning

NWS announces northeast Nebraska counties are in severe thunderstorm warning

The National Weather Service announced there are northeast Nebraska counties in a severe thunderstorm warning.

Pivot irrigation theft charges filed in Pawnee County

Pivot irrigation theft charges filed in Pawnee County

Three from Humboldt accused

Work on First Street, Benjamin Ave. continues

Work on First Street, Benjamin Ave. continues

Barring delays roads in Norfolk are planned to open back up to traffic before the end of the year.

Lincoln man imprisoned for dealing fentanyl, in Beatrice

Lincoln man imprisoned for dealing fentanyl, in Beatrice

Convictions for distributing a deadly drug and for drug possession, resolve three criminal cases

Beatrice man receives prison term for child pornography

Beatrice man receives prison term for child pornography

Plea agreement results in dismissal of first degree sexual assault count

Gering Planning Commission allows conditional use permit for proposed 'racino'

Gering Planning Commission allows conditional use permit for proposed 'racino'

The Gering Planning Commission has approved a conditional use permit for the proposed race track and casino.

WCCA Board of Governors welcomes 2 new board members

WCCA Board of Governors welcomes 2 new board members

The Western Community College Area (WCCA) Board of Governors is pleased to announce that the District 1 and District 3 vacancies have been filled.

Brust returns to Wyoming to confirm discovery

Brust returns to Wyoming to confirm discovery

Dr. Mathew Brust, Chadron State College Professor of Life Sciences, returned to south-central Wyoming this summer in hopes of capturing additional specimens to confirm what he suspected was his discovery of a new species.

NCN Thursday morning brief

NCN Thursday morning brief

Stay up to date with all the latest news from all over Nebraska!

Lincoln man receives prison time for child pornography

Lincoln man receives prison time for child pornography

A man from Lincoln was sentenced for a child pornography-related conviction.

Flood Communications bilingual career fair brings job opportunities to Tri-Cities

Flood Communications bilingual career fair brings job opportunities to Tri-Cities

People in the Tri-Cities might be a step closer to starting a new career.