Nebraska records nation’s first reported BEAD-funded home internet connection near Ogallala

Nebraska has officially recorded the nation’s first reported BEAD-funded household internet connection.

May 15, 2026Updated: May 15, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Nebraska records nation’s first reported BEAD-funded home internet connection near Ogallala

Regional

Teen dead, four others injured in rollover crash near North Platte

Teen dead, four others injured in rollover crash near North Platte

Gordon City Library hosting talk on Nebraska's historic military forts

Gordon City Library hosting talk on Nebraska's historic military forts

JD Vance rally draws 950 people in North Platte, according to Vance officials

The event at the D&N Event Center drew supporters of different ages, including students who skipped school to see the vice president.

Nebraska Sheep and Goat Producers Annual Conference Set for Nov. 6–7 in North Platte

Nebraska Sheep and Goat Producers Annual Conference Set for Nov. 6–7 in North Platte

State

Teen dead, four others injured in rollover crash near North Platte

JD Vance rally draws 950 people in North Platte, according to Vance officials

JD Vance’s North Platte rally includes agriculture announcement, medical emergency

Nebraskans cross state lines for Trump rally in Sioux City

Norfolk man arrested after police say he kept woman from leaving home

JD Vance announces $1.3 billion national fertilizer investment, plans for two Nebraska facilities

Sports

Previewing the 2026 HAC Volleyball Tournament Championship with Lincoln North Star head coach Jeremiah Kroll

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Northwestern Recap, Briar Cliff Preview

Oregon Breakdown | Bye Week Adjustments | Recruiting Special | Nebraska Football Now

Garden County grinds to victory at Leyton Triangular

'We're two plays away from being a Top 10 team': Rhule reflects heading into bye week

Gretna wins third state title with 2-1 victory over Gretna East

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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