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Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern discuss merger to create transcontinental railroad, AP source says
Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern discuss merger to create transcontinental railroad, AP source says

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern are in merger talks to create the largest railroad in North America that would connect the East and West Coasts.

Air Methods receives award for excellent pediatric care

Air Methods receives award for excellent pediatric care

Air Methods is being recognized for their excellent pediatric readiness

$16 million for UNL ag research facility advances to U.S. Senate floor

$16 million for UNL ag research facility advances to U.S. Senate floor

UNL may potentially be receiving $16 million for a research service facility.

Severe weather likely Thursday into Friday

Severe weather likely Thursday into Friday

An intense weather system may be moving through Thursday evening and into Friday.

Brian Maher running for the Nebraska Board of Regents

Brian Maher running for the Nebraska Board of Regents

Dr. Brian Maher, Nebraska’s current Commissioner of Education and a lifelong educator, announced today his candidacy for the University of Nebraska Board of Regents representing District 1.

Alleged gang kingpin, MS-13 member arrested in Omaha by ICE agents

Alleged gang kingpin, MS-13 member arrested in Omaha by ICE agents

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents on Wednesday arrested a man they described as a gang kingpin who is among El Salvador’s top 100 most wanted fugitives.

Nebraska’s Dan Osborn picks a race, launches Senate bid against U.S. Sen Pete Ricketts

Nebraska’s Dan Osborn picks a race, launches Senate bid against U.S. Sen Pete Ricketts

Former Omaha labor leader Dan Osborn is running against Republican U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts in the 2026 midterms.

A Lincoln man is dead after a car accident near Geneva

A Lincoln man is dead after a car accident near Geneva

A Lincoln man is dead after being ejected from his vehicle in a highway accident.

ALLO Fiber confirms dozens of employee layoffs across Nebraska

ALLO Fiber confirms dozens of employee layoffs across Nebraska

ALLO Fiber reduced its workforce by 9% across the six states it serves on Wednesday.

A search is underway for a missing man in Blair

A search is underway for a missing man in Blair

BLAIR, Neb.-- A 60-year-old Blair resident is missing.

Crete city council okays LB840 renewal plan; could be decided on ballot this year

Crete city council okays LB840 renewal plan; could be decided on ballot this year

After a preliminary plan to renew LB840 funding was approved by the Crete city council last night, Crete citizens could ultimately get to decide if that program gets another go-round in an election later this year.

Nebraska Republican Rep. Don Bacon cites political dysfunction in deciding not to seek reelection

Nebraska Republican Rep. Don Bacon cites political dysfunction in deciding not to seek reelection

U.S. Rep. Don Bacon, a Republican from Nebraska, announced Monday he will not seek reelection next year amid an increasingly polarized political climate.

Nebraska 2nd District Rep. Don Bacon won't seek reelection

Nebraska 2nd District Rep. Don Bacon won't seek reelection

U.S. Rep. Don Bacon who represents Nebraska's second district will not seek reelection.

State Patrol Calls for Public Assistance in Long-Term Cases

State Patrol Calls for Public Assistance in Long-Term Cases

Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol are renewing their request for information from the public on two long-term ongoing investigations.

Eric Church to headline NEBRASKAland Days after Luke Bryan cancels due to illness

Eric Church to headline NEBRASKAland Days after Luke Bryan cancels due to illness

Country music superstar Luke Bryan has canceled his performance at NEBRASKAland Days this Friday due to illness, but a start-studded friend is stepping up to take his place.

Changes coming to Kearney Keno in face of local opposition

Changes coming to Kearney Keno in face of local opposition

There was a large crowd gathered at Kearney City Hall on Tuesday, where the city council was set to approve the committee’s decision of awarding the new contract to Big Red Keno, based out of Omaha.

Nebraska Economic Development director resigns amid workforce tour

Nebraska Economic Development director resigns amid workforce tour

K.C. Belitz, Nebraska's Economic Development Director, resigned after a year in the role, right after starting a workforce development tour.

20+ Nebraska grocery stores included in national merger

20+ Nebraska grocery stores included in national merger

Over 20 grocery stores across Nebraska will be getting new ownership with changes expected by the end of 2025.

Nebraska State Patrol reaches out to drivers to stop the trend of cruiser crashes

Nebraska State Patrol reaches out to drivers to stop the trend of cruiser crashes

A State Trooper is in the hospital Tuesday after the most serious in a string of crashes.

Agent injured during immigration arrest in Bellevue, Venezuelan man charged with attempted murder

Agent injured during immigration arrest in Bellevue, Venezuelan man charged with attempted murder

30-year-old Gabriel Hurtado-Cariaco was charged with one count of attempted murder of a federal officer, a news release says.

Couple and Family Clinic broadens reach of mental health services

Couple and Family Clinic broadens reach of mental health services

University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Couple and Family Clinic is working to expand access to resources that are attentive, non-judgmental, and well-equipped.

University of Nebraska tuition increase approved for 25-26 school year

University of Nebraska tuition increase approved for 25-26 school year

University of Nebraska students will be paying more for their education in the coming year.

Attorney General Hilgers sends cease and desist letters to 82 stores in Lincoln selling THC products

Attorney General Hilgers sends cease and desist letters to 82 stores in Lincoln selling THC products

82 Lincoln stores that sell THC-containing products will be receiving cease and desist letters due to what the state attorney general says are mislabeled products.

Court records describe Omaha immigration raid, K-9 unit meets hiding worker, ‘agitated’ protester

Court records describe Omaha immigration raid, K-9 unit meets hiding worker, ‘agitated’ protester

Federal officials announced criminal charges this week against five people for encounters with immigration agents during the raid at Glenn Valley Foods.

Flood Communications earns top honor from Greater Omaha Chamber for 2025

Flood Communications earns top honor from Greater Omaha Chamber for 2025

The Greater Omaha Chamber has recognized Flood Communications as its 2025 Business of the Year.

Trump curbs immigration enforcement at farms, meatpacking plants, hotels and restaurants

Trump curbs immigration enforcement at farms, meatpacking plants, hotels and restaurants

The Trump administration directed immigration officers to pause arrests at farms, restaurants and hotels, an official said Saturday.

A nationwide protest will come to 12 Nebraska communities on Saturday

A nationwide protest will come to 12 Nebraska communities on Saturday

Saturday is an event filled day for the United States with protests, birthdays, anniversaries, and more.

U.S. District Attorney reveals more about ICE raid, hasn’t issued formal charges yet

U.S. District Attorney reveals more about ICE raid, hasn’t issued formal charges yet

The U.S. District Attorney for Nebraska is providing more insight into the origin of Tuesday’s immigration raid in Omaha.

An Omaha food plant owner says he followed the rules for hiring immigrants. It was raided anyway.

An Omaha food plant owner says he followed the rules for hiring immigrants. It was raided anyway.

The owner of an Omaha food packaging company says his business has been unfairly hamstrung by Tuesday's raid carried out by federal immigration officials.

ICE shares 9 minutes of video from Omaha raid, says one person assaulted officers

ICE shares 9 minutes of video from Omaha raid, says one person assaulted officers

Immigrations and Customs Enforcement is sharing more about Tuesday’s raid of an Omaha meat packing company that led to dozens of detainments and a major protest in the city.

Omaha mayor, Nebraska governor offer starkly different takes on ICE raid

Omaha mayor, Nebraska governor offer starkly different takes on ICE raid

Omaha’s mayor is voicing his disapproval of Tuesday’s immigration raid that led to dozens of people being detained.

Man in custody, another in critical condition after stabbing in Lincoln business complex

Man in custody, another in critical condition after stabbing in Lincoln business complex

One man is in custody and another is in critical condition after a stabbing inside a business complex in southeast Lincoln on Tuesday, according to police.

Large crowds gather in Omaha to protest ICE

Large crowds gather in Omaha to protest ICE

Hundreds of people are responding to an ICE raid in Omaha with a protest.

Police say ICE raid happening in Omaha

Police say ICE raid happening in Omaha

Omaha Police have confirmed there are active ICE raids happening Tuesday.

Nebraska State Sen. John Cavanaugh announces bid for U.S. Congress

Nebraska State Sen. John Cavanaugh announces bid for U.S. Congress

Nebraska State Sen. John Cavanaugh announced Wednesday morning he is running for Congress.

Troopers find thousands of fentanyl pills, meth in I-80 traffic stop

Troopers find thousands of fentanyl pills, meth in I-80 traffic stop

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested an Arizona man after locating over 20 pounds of suspected fentanyl pills and methamphetamine during a traffic stop on I-80.

State auditor notes rise in local government illegal activity

State auditor notes rise in local government illegal activity

Nebraska’s Auditor says he’s seeing a rise in improper spending in local governments all over the state.

Col. Bryan Waugh inaugurated as superintendent of Nebraska State Patrol

Col. Bryan Waugh inaugurated as superintendent of Nebraska State Patrol

The Nebraska State Patrol officially has their nineteenth Superintendent.

The Flying Nun: Sister Stephanie, 81, rappels down Omaha building as she keeps lifting up city’s neediest

The Flying Nun: Sister Stephanie, 81, rappels down Omaha building as she keeps lifting up city’s neediest

The people waiting their turn to rappel down the 17-story Highline Apartments building had strict instructions: Don’t come up to the roof until we come get you.

Attorney tries to bite Stanton County Sheriff's deputy during arrest, authorities say

Attorney tries to bite Stanton County Sheriff's deputy during arrest, authorities say

An Omaha attorney is behind bars today after authorities say he assaulted a sheriff's deputy.

Nebraska GOP decides not to appeal verdict in defamatory GOP mailers case

Nebraska GOP decides not to appeal verdict in defamatory GOP mailers case

The Nebraska Republican Party has decided not to pursue any post-trial motions or appeals of a civil defamation case that awarded a former GOP legislative candidate $500,000 in damages.

Children connected to multiple arsons, Lincoln Police say

Children connected to multiple arsons, Lincoln Police say

Lincoln police say two young boys are connected to a string of arsons reported over the last month and a half.

‘Absolute failure’: Medical cannabis regulatory bill stalls in Nebraska Legislature

‘Absolute failure’: Medical cannabis regulatory bill stalls in Nebraska Legislature

A legislative proposal seeking to help implement Nebraska’s voter-approved medical cannabis laws failed Tuesday, facing a tougher floor fight than four years ago despite widespread support in November.

Farmers First: USDA Secretary Rollins unveils first phase of federal agriculture agenda with appearance in Valparaiso

Farmers First: USDA Secretary Rollins unveils first phase of federal agriculture agenda with appearance in Valparaiso

Farmers First: U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins unveiled the first phase of the Trump administration's "Make Agriculture Great Again" agenda with an appearance at a longstanding small family farm in Valparaiso.

Raising the bar: Valentine high jumpers leap into state spotlight

Raising the bar: Valentine high jumpers leap into state spotlight

The top Nebraska track and field athletes will compete for gold this week at the state track and field meet. That’s includes Valentine High School junior Isaac Cronin.

Nebraska to ban soda and energy drinks from SNAP under first USDA waiver

Nebraska to ban soda and energy drinks from SNAP under first USDA waiver

Nebraska is the first state to receive a federal waiver to ban the purchase of soda and energy drinks under SNAP.

UNMC congratulates nearly 1,000 graduates in commencement ceremonies

UNMC congratulates nearly 1,000 graduates in commencement ceremonies

Events were held in Omaha, Lincoln, Norfolk, Kearney and Scottsbluff

Boxing champ Terence Crawford tells Omaha graduates to work hard and keep fighting for success

Boxing champ Terence Crawford tells Omaha graduates to work hard and keep fighting for success

Unbeaten four-division world champion Terence “Bud” Crawford encouraged graduating University of Nebraska at Omaha students Friday to devote themselves to hard work, never give in to negativity and never stop setting goals.

Rep. Mike Flood to host town hall in Seward on May 27

Rep. Mike Flood to host town hall in Seward on May 27

U.S. Rep. Mike Flood will host his second town hall in a two-month span later in May.

EAA's Young Eagles initiative takes flight from Fairbury

EAA's Young Eagles initiative takes flight from Fairbury

On Saturday, about two dozen kids lifted off from the small Fairbury airport, joining nearly 2.5 million others just like them who received their first taste of flight in a small plane by flying with the EAA's Young Eagles program.

John Ewing unseats Jean Stothert to become next Omaha mayor

John Ewing unseats Jean Stothert to become next Omaha mayor

Longtime Mayor Jean Stothert has conceded and congratulated John Ewing on his historic election as Omaha’s next mayor.

'Our Time to Lead': Doane publicly embarks on most ambitious capital campaign

'Our Time to Lead': Doane publicly embarks on most ambitious capital campaign

Doane University is seeking to raise 100 million dollars over five years in what the school is calling the most ambitious capital campaign in its history. And fundraisers say they're already well on their way toward reaching that goal.

Omaha Mayor Stothert faces Douglas County Treasurer Ewing in mayoral election

Omaha Mayor Stothert faces Douglas County Treasurer Ewing in mayoral election

Tuesday’s mayoral election will decide whether Omaha Mayor Stothert assumes a fourth term or if she gets unseated by Douglas County Treasurer John Ewing.

Doane completes yearlong four-peat, winning both GPAC outdoor track and field titles

Doane completes yearlong four-peat, winning both GPAC outdoor track and field titles

After claiming both indoor championships earlier this school year, Doane completed the yearlong four-peat by winning both the men's and women's outdoor track and field GPAC crowns last weekend in Hastings. 

Midland, Concordia and Bellevue send squads to 2025 NAIA Softball and Baseball Opening Rounds

Midland, Concordia and Bellevue send squads to 2025 NAIA Softball and Baseball Opening Rounds

The Warriors, Bulldogs and Bruins will represent the state of Nebraska in the 2025 NAIA Softball and Baseball Opening Rounds this week, while three other schools from the GPAC have also made this year's fields.

Doane engineers gain “paws-on” experience designing a dog’s prosthetic leg

Doane engineers gain “paws-on” experience designing a dog’s prosthetic leg

This semester, engineering students at Doane got some "paws-on" experience designing, developing and building a prosthetic leg for Nugget, a two-year old mini goldendoodle who was born with only three.

After winning first ever GPAC title, Doane women's golf sets sights on NAIA Championships

After winning first ever GPAC title, Doane women's golf sets sights on NAIA Championships

Before they head off to Michigan to compete in the NAIA Championships next week, hear from all five starters who helped Doane women's golf capture the GPAC team title for the first time in program history.

Omaha's WarHorse Casino hosts Grand Opening & Live Horse Racing

Omaha's WarHorse Casino hosts Grand Opening & Live Horse Racing

Nebraska WarHorse Gaming is celebrating the grand opening of its newly expanded casino and the return of Live Horse Racing this weekend.

Doane Coach Conversations - Football Spring Discussion

Doane Coach Conversations - Football Spring Discussion

With the spring semester almost complete, Doane Football head coach Jonathan Johnson joins NCN's Tim Hackett for our latest Coach Conversation, discussing the Tigers' winter offseason, spring game spotlights, and summer plans.

Hilgers, 15 state sheriffs send letter to state lawmakers opposing LB677

Hilgers, 15 state sheriffs send letter to state lawmakers opposing LB677

Nebraska's Attorney General is leading an effort with state law enforcement to oppose a bill aiming to roll out medical marijuana regulation in Nebraska.

Dunham House breaks ground on first specialized community for combat-wounded veterans in Nebraska

Dunham House breaks ground on first specialized community for combat-wounded veterans in Nebraska

A first-of-its-kind facility for combat wounded veterans is in the works in Nebraska.

Project Rise will create new facilities for practices and games on the Crete campus

Project Rise will create new facilities for practices and games on the Crete campus

For years, Crete has shared spaces and facilities with nearby Doane University. Now, Crete Public Schools' Project Rise campaign, formally launched Monday, will help create spaces for Cardinals athletes to call their own home.

Warren Buffett will remain chairman at Berkshire Hathaway when Greg Abel takes over as CEO in 2026

Warren Buffett will remain chairman at Berkshire Hathaway when Greg Abel takes over as CEO in 2026

Billionaire Warren Buffett will remain chairman of the board at Berkshire Hathaway when vice chairman Greg Abel takes over for Buffett as CEO at the start of 2026.

Warren Buffett shocks shareholders by announcing his intention to retire at the end of the year

Warren Buffett shocks shareholders by announcing his intention to retire at the end of the year

Revered investor Warren Buffett shocked an arena full of his shareholders Saturday by announcing that he wants to retire at the end of the year.

Thunderbolt's take down Panthers thanks to stellar defense

Thunderbolt's take down Panthers thanks to stellar defense

Lincoln Pius X holds on for the 3-1 victory over Norfolk, thanks to some incredible defensive plays from Vanis, Mlnarik and Kassmeier