Fighting large, extended fires is an example of neighbors helping out neighbors

A Gering man is facing multiple charges after leading law enforcement on a series of vehicle pursuits Thursday evening that spanned several hours across Scottsbluff and Terrytown.

Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have completed alcohol and tobacco compliance checks in numerous Nebraska counties in recent weeks.

The Western Nebraska Community College Foundation received a donation from the Shane Aulick family to purchase a Freightliner Bucket Truck for the WNCC Powerline Construction & Maintenance Program in Alliance.

A Kansas priest has died after being fatally shot on Thursday.

A North Platte man has been sentenced to prison in connection with the 2021 death of a two-year-old Sidney boy.

Among the performers are Will Carter, who won Country Single of the Year at the Texas Country Music Awards, and Teague Brothers Band, which has climbed to number two on multiple Texas music charts.

The Nebraska Department of Economic Development awarded 21 grants totaling $5.54 million, including a $562,000 grant to the City of Sidney for the Northside Park project.

Police say a woman was injured after being struck with a bat.

Berggren Architects is operating a two-day mortar workshop next week in Fairbury, hosted by English stoneworker Nigel Copsey, who had a hand in restoring the Jefferson County courthouse nearly 20 years ago

Wall Street shuddered, and a level of shock unseen since COVID’s outbreak tore through financial markets worldwide Thursday.

Gage County farm family hosting the annual cancer research fundraiser

Mayors Prayer Breakfast to be held at the Vintage Venue, 7th and Court

One of the defendants had been illegally inside the former Dempster Manufacturing plant

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Police Department arrested a 21-year-old Norfolk man Thursday morning in connection with a reported hate crime on campus.

On March 11, Governor Jim Pillen signed Nebraska Legislative Bill 609, the Controllable Electronic Record Fraud Prevention Act, into law.

As severe weather season ramps up, storm spotter trainings across Nebraska are being canceled due to staffing shortages at the National Weather Service (NWS).

The City of Sidney has issued two service updates affecting a local park and public transportation beginning next week.

SIDNEY -- The Sidney Board of Education addressed several issues during the March 31 special meeting including staff changes, budgeting and developing a Classified salary schedule.

A World War II veteran and his daughter were killed Wednesday afternoon in a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Highway 26 and West 42nd Street near Scottsbluff, according to the Nebraska State Patrol.

Albers Craft Meats & Lot 279, renowned for championing small family brands with its top-notch meats and retail products, has recently expanded its operations.

Axel Barahona might not be telling his harrowing story today, had it not been for a central Nebraska life-flight helicopter crew that played a huge part in saving his life. 

From healthcare and business to design, education, and skilled trades, Sidney High School students are gaining real-world experience through the school’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.

One hospitalized, several displaced after a fire broke out at a Scottsbluff apartment complex Monday night. Investigators say smoking materials likely sparked the blaze.

U.S. Air Force visited Kimball Tuesday night to provide an update on the Sentinel Project.

A new effort is underway to bring a convention center to Cherry County, with Cherry County Tourism launching an approximately $4 million fundraising campaign to make it happen.

Wymore native's hiring fills vacancy due to retirement

Two weeks after complaints about so-called unkempt properties across the city were unofficially filed, on Tuesday night the Fairbury city council conducted a public hearing for the council and community to discuss those concerns.  

Law enforcement is calling on volunteers to assist in an emergency search for 22-year-old Savannah Standing Bear, who has been missing since March 30.

In the longest and most extensive national deployment of FBI resources to address crime in Indian Country, the Justice Department announced this week that it will send FBI personnel across the country to investigate unresolved violent crimes.

A total of over $28 million in improvements would be made

A wave of vehicle vandalism swept through Sidney early Tuesday morning, leading to the arrest of local radio personality Hunter Arterburn, who was taken into custody by Cheyenne County Sheriff Adam Frerichs just before 9 a.m.

Norfolk Housing Agency looks to develop new housing and create low income housing.

Law enforcement and first responders often face high-stress situations and are at increased risk for mental health issues like PTSD, depression, and anxiety, but it’s often not talked about.

A lucky visitor to the 34th Annual Spring Expo in Sidney will walk away with a choice between two high-end home makeover packages from Sutton Home Gallery, valued at $4,400 each.

Gov. Jim Pillen is continuing to honor Nebraskans who served in World War II. 

Gordon Police Chief Clay Heath confirmed that Hesser is suspected in the burglaries at both the American Legion and Highway Express in Gordon.

Sidney School District administration announced March 31 it is working on developing an "alternative school" program. When fully implemented it will be used in place of the ESU-13 VALTS program.

The event, presented by Sutton Home Gallery, will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 12 and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 13 at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds.

Western Nebraska sees hail up to 1.25 inches and a 60 mph wind gust near Dix Monday night.

A traffic stop led to the discovery of 36 grams of meth and two arrests Monday afternoon, according to Alliance Police.

The Valentine Police Department is encouraging anyone with information related to an apartment burglary on March 20 to contact the department.

Sidney High School graduate Austin Glanz has been awarded a $2,000 scholarship from the Nebraska Broadcasters Association to support his pursuit of a broadcasting career.

Changes are coming to the Central Nebraska Regional Airport in Grand Island.

The Archdiocese of Omaha held a press conference Monday morning to announce the appointment of a new Archbishop.

One of two 1950s elementary school buildings being torn down to make way for new housing

“These cuts will directly impact essential public health services we provide throughout the district which may weaken our ability to respond to public health needs,” NCDHD stated in a Facebook post.

A fire that ignited Friday near Dads Lake, south of Valentine, has burned an estimated 23,000 acres, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Norfolk Police said they were investigating a series of vandalisms in February where multiple windows were shot out by a slingshot. 

A northeast Nebraska woman is in jail after a weekend stabbing. 

Medical helicopter dispatched to scene of accident

Sheriffs deputies investigate discovery near Blue Springs

Debbie Sweetser is wrapping up nearly 30 years with Sidney Regional Medical Center. Her last day is April 2.

Two juveniles have been arrested following reports of gunfire in the lower trailer courts in Pine Ridge on Saturday, March 29.

Authorities are investigating a deadly pedestrian-vehicle crash that happened Saturday night in Oglala.

Cooper White’s story is one of grit, faith and a second chance at life.

Lindsey and Adam Price are continuing to feel the blessing of their business venture, Price Cream, now with their own location in downtown Sidney.

Regional West recently celebrated the 2024 years of service, STAR award, PEARL Award, DAISY Award, and Caring Kind Award recipients at its annual employee recognition celebration.

A 14-year-old boy who was reported missing Saturday in Sidney has been found safe, according to the Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office.

Road conditions rapidly deteriorated in western Nebraska as a rain-snow mix changed to snow across the Sandhills and northern portions of the state.

CHAPPELL -- Disc Golf and a mural in memory of Curtiss Routh are two more reasons to visit Chappell Lake.

A 34-year-old Akron man was arrested at a high school track meet Thursday following a months-long drug investigation by Fort Morgan Police.

Potter-Dix had a Class D1 state champion in Jaxson Chase.

On March 28, Governor Jim Pillen and Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs (NDVA) Deputy Director Levi Bennet honored Vietnam War period veterans.