Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Sidney region until 8 p.m.

The Nebraska Panhandle, southeast Wyoming and northeastern Colorado are under a watch until 8 p.m. Large hail, 60+ mph winds and an isolated tornado are possible.

June 1, 2026Updated: June 1, 2026
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Chadron State College announces spring honors lists

Chadron State College has announced the undergraduate students on its Spring 2026 President’s and Dean’s Lists.

Fire near Smith Falls State Park

Smith Falls State Park has been evacuated near Valentine as firefighters battle a nearby fire.

Critics oppose Wyoming hydroelectric project, pointing to climate-driven drought crisis

Critics say a proposed $4 billion pumped-water electricity storage facility at Wyoming's Seminoe Reservoir could harm the Miracle Mile trout fishery and a bighorn sheep herd.

Fire damages apartment building under construction in Cheyenne

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