A new report points to tangled infrastructure and regulatory issues in Nebraska’s energy crunch

The report, commissioned by the Nebraska Chamber Foundation and written by Aurora Energy Research, unpacks how much of Nebraska’s electricity constraints are outside of the state’s control. But across a regional power grid, a global delay in energy equipment and local permitting challenges, there are still ways local leaders can address growing demand.

May 8, 2026Updated: May 8, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

A new report points to tangled infrastructure and regulatory issues in Nebraska’s energy crunch

Regional

Gordon leather purse designer sells products all over the world

From a quiet studio in Nebraska’s Sandhills, Lacey Swayne is crafting leather handbags that are now carried by customers across the country — and around the world.

Mother of murder suspect appears in Sheridan County Court on drug charge

The mother of an Alliance woman accused of murder appeared in Sheridan County Court this week on a separate drug charge.

Murder suspect’s case moved from Sheridan to Box Butte County

The murder case against an Alliance woman accused of killing her ex-boyfriend and disposing of his body will now be prosecuted in Box Butte County.

Gordon city council declines fireworks ban amid elevated fire risk

Despite ongoing concerns about wildfire risk, fireworks will be allowed within Gordon city limits this Independence Day after the city council did not approve a temporary ban.

A new report points to tangled infrastructure and regulatory issues in Nebraska’s energy crunch

Regional

Gordon leather purse designer sells products all over the world

Mother of murder suspect appears in Sheridan County Court on drug charge

Murder suspect’s case moved from Sheridan to Box Butte County

Gordon city council declines fireworks ban amid elevated fire risk

State

2026 Homestead Days Weekend

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Scott Bluff, Banner counties

Lincoln man sentenced to 5 years in federal prison in child exploitation case

Lexington Crossroads Mission Avenue facility opening

Gordon leather purse designer sells products all over the world

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

Sports

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

A goal to spread soccer lands Omaha kids on the World Cup field

4-H nationals bring thousands to Grand Island

Oklahoma dominates UNC, wins first College World Series since 1994

Hundreds of hoopers compete at growing UNK basketball camp

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