After warm start to winter, ice fishing conditions arrive across Nebraska

While a warm start to the winter limited early opportunities, a recent cold snap has led to safe ice, and therefore, proper conditions for ice fishing across Nebraska.

January 30, 2026Updated: February 1, 2026
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New evacuations issued, Highway 20 closures possible as South Fork Fire activity increases

Increased fire activity on the northwest side of the South Fork Fire has prompted new evacuation notices and intermittent closures of Highway 20, according to emergency management officials.

Highway 20 reopens as South Fork Fire near Crawford reaches 42% containment

Firefighters made significant progress Friday on the South Fork Fire burning near Crawford, increasing containment to 42% as the Nebraska Department of Transportation reopened Highway 20 to traffic.

Nebraska woman faces 41 charges after numerous dogs rescued from home

Nebraska woman faces 41 charges after numerous dogs rescued from home

Additional EVACUATION Notices due to South Fork Fire northwest of Crawford

Nebraska Emergency Management Region 23 has issued additional evacuation notifications for areas northwest of Crawford as the South Fork Fire continues to grow.