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Malcolm 354 secures third straight American Legion Class C Jr Championship after defensive duel with Hartington Post 4
Malcolm 354 secures third straight American Legion Class C Jr Championship after defensive duel with Hartington Post 4

Malcolm Post 354 defeats Hartington Post 4 to for a three-peat in American Legion Class C Jr's

Nebraska DOT issues urgent alert after spike in deadly crashes

Nebraska DOT issues urgent alert after spike in deadly crashes

Nineteen people died in traffic crashes across Nebraska in June, according to data collected by the Nebraska Department of Transportation.

Rosebud man sentenced for transporting stolen gun from Valentine store

Rosebud man sentenced for transporting stolen gun from Valentine store

A Rosebud man has been sentenced for transporting a stolen gun across state lines from Nebraska to South Dakota.

Crime doesn't pay in Omaha bank heists

Crime doesn't pay in Omaha bank heists

Do the math

Report: NE economy on right track

Report: NE economy on right track

Through the end of May the state’s leading economic indicator was up just over 2-and-a-half percent.

Pillen defends tax plan: 'It's not a billion-dollar tax increase'

Pillen defends tax plan: 'It's not a billion-dollar tax increase'

Governor also defends not holding property tax town halls in Omaha and Lincoln.

Boeing flies campaign cash to Nebraska

Boeing flies campaign cash to Nebraska

An examination by News Channel Nebraska has found Boeing, over the years, contributing tens-of-thousands of dollars to Sen. Deb Fischer, along with Congressmen Adrian Smith and Don Bacon.

Vietnam Veterans' Memorial in Papillion honoring thousands

Vietnam Veterans' Memorial in Papillion honoring thousands

37,000 Vietnam era Veterans live in Nebraska.

Nebraska DHHS launches new online child and adult abuse hotline

Nebraska DHHS launches new online child and adult abuse hotline

A new online portal for reporting abusers is now available. 

EPIC fall-out

EPIC fall-out

Gov. Pillen was firmly against the EPIC plan and made his opposition well known.

Police: Deadly shooting reveals 'transnational' organized crime, drugs

Police: Deadly shooting reveals 'transnational' organized crime, drugs

Meanwhile a grand jury investigation into the shooting is expected to begin soon.

Medical marijuana petition drive going down to the wire

Medical marijuana petition drive going down to the wire

Nebraska is one of only six states without some form of legalized medical marijuana.

Missouri River floodwaters reach moderate stage

Missouri River floodwaters reach moderate stage

River expected to crest at Nebraska City Sunday, Brownville on Monday

Biden debate performance worries Democrats, NE reacts

Biden debate performance worries Democrats, NE reacts

Vice-President Kamala Harris defending President Biden's performance as one that got off to a "slow start" but had a "strong finish."

Missouri set to crest in Omaha on Friday

Missouri set to crest in Omaha on Friday

Driving around some parts of Omaha, getting a bit tougher.

Most significantly the I-680 bridge connecting Nebraska and Iowa shut down by the flood, as is a short stretch of I-29 just east of Omaha.

Pillen sets date for special session on taxes

Pillen sets date for special session on taxes

In addition, Pillen says he's open to another special session to change the way Nebraska allocates its electoral votes.

Abortion petitions backed by big bucks

Abortion petitions backed by big bucks

The money behind both sides is no secret.
Both groups need nearly 123,000 valid names to make the November ballot.

Missouri River levels in Nebraska expected to rise to moderate levels

Missouri River levels in Nebraska expected to rise to moderate levels

Weather officials are warning that the Missouri River could come close to major flood stages in the coming days.

Pillen declares flooding emergency, requests people stay off Missouri River

Pillen declares flooding emergency, requests people stay off Missouri River

Flooding along the Missouri River is prompting Nebraska’s governor to take action.

Sandhills Global Youth Complex Announces Fagler as Complex Director Plus Agreement with NU Athletics

Sandhills Global Youth Complex Announces Fagler as Complex Director Plus Agreement with NU Athletics

The Sandhills Global Youth Complex announced a new hiring and a new agreement with the University of Nebraska, Monday. 

NCN: Talk of property valuation caps making noise in Lincoln

NCN: Talk of property valuation caps making noise in Lincoln

The governor’s office last week noting that over half of Nebraska’s 93 counties had double-digit valuation increases this year.

Love: Black voters are playing with pollsters

Love: Black voters are playing with pollsters

Love: "They will vote for Joe simply because they don't feel comfortable voting for the Republican."

‘Clean, Drain, Dry’: Game and Parks emphasizes care for boat motors this summer

‘Clean, Drain, Dry’: Game and Parks emphasizes care for boat motors this summer

NGPC is asking boaters to take care of their motors to prevent the spread of invasive species.

NE gas prices still dropping

NE gas prices still dropping

Right now, the statewide average is $3.19 a gallon, and that’s down from $3.25 a week ago.

‘Long road ahead’: Lincoln woman recovering after being attacked with brick

‘Long road ahead’: Lincoln woman recovering after being attacked with brick

Wrong place, wrong time — that’s how it went for Victoria Masters late at night on Friday, June 14, near 17th and Sumner streets.

Biden immigration moves hit NE Senate race

Biden immigration moves hit NE Senate race

This week Biden announced an executive order providing legal status to undocumented people who are married to U.S. citizens. Their children are also included. To qualify, a person must have lived in the U.S. for at least 10 years.

Stothert: McDonnell 'does not get under my skin'

Stothert: McDonnell 'does not get under my skin'

One year ago, a poll said 68 percent of Omaha voters oppose the streetcar, 19 percent are for it and 13 percent unsure. It’s a poll that, according to the mayor, is just not true.

Omaha Take Steps raises more than $100,000 for Crohn’s and colitis research

Omaha Take Steps raises more than $100,000 for Crohn’s and colitis research

Patients with IBD are hoping every step taken on Saturday morning at Werner Park was a step towards a cure.

Property taxes and tornadoes: Dozens won't pay, more expected

Property taxes and tornadoes: Dozens won't pay, more expected

As News Channel Nebraska first reported, following the Arbor Day storms you do not have to pay property taxes on homes levelled by the tornadoes, not long ago you would have.

Police on CWS security: 'Increased, proactive'

Police on CWS security: 'Increased, proactive'

Another concern, not necessarily new but certainly heightened, human trafficking.

‘A new generation’: Peregrine falcon chicks return, hatch atop Nebraska State Capitol

‘A new generation’: Peregrine falcon chicks return, hatch atop Nebraska State Capitol

A trio of peregrine falcon chicks — the first to hatch atop the Nebraska State Capitol in eight years — received ankle bands Wednesday that will aid in tracking, research and conservation.

Mutual Tower: Going up

Mutual Tower: Going up

When finished at 677 feet the Mutual Tower will be the tallest building between Chicago and Denver.

‘He’s the best’: Larson a spectacle in Nebraska, bringing fans from far and wide

‘He’s the best’: Larson a spectacle in Nebraska, bringing fans from far and wide

For the second year in a row Kyle Larson dazzled a sold out crowd at Eagle Raceway in the High Limit Sprint Car Series Eagle Nationals.

Kyle Larson picks up second consecutive win at Eagle Raceway

Kyle Larson picks up second consecutive win at Eagle Raceway

For the second year in a row, Kyle Larson dazzled a sold out crowd at Eagle Raceway in southeast Nebraska. 

Lower bond sought in deadly DUI case

Lower bond sought in deadly DUI case

According to an affidavit by the arresting officer, the suspect's eyes were “red and watery” and when asked how much he had to drink said, “enough” and tested more than twice the legal limit.

Some tornado victims victimized again

Some tornado victims victimized again

Homeowners with more than 50 percent damage in the “floodway” where the water flows “would not be permitted to rebuild.”

NWS reports severe weather for Friday evening

NWS reports severe weather for Friday evening

The National Weather Service has reported there will be severe weather this evening. 

EPIC tax plan heading to petition finish line

EPIC tax plan heading to petition finish line

A statewide petition drive is underway to change the state Constitution and upend Nebraska’s tax system, a move critics argue will help the rich and hurt the poor.

McDonnell to Stothert: Put streetcar on November ballot

McDonnell to Stothert: Put streetcar on November ballot

As News Channel Nebraska first reported, in a letter to Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert and the City Council, McDonnell Monday called for the city to put the issue on the upcoming November ballot.

NE economy giving mixed signals

NE economy giving mixed signals

One key economic indicator, building permits for single family homes, was flat in April.

Trump verdict 'sad day' for Bacon, Kleeb sees GOP 'chaos'

Trump verdict 'sad day' for Bacon, Kleeb sees GOP 'chaos'

Biden and Trump debate in one month.

Ballot security finds NE Republicans at odds

Ballot security finds NE Republicans at odds

In a post-Primary statement, the NEGOP says, “Concern remains at election integrity.”

It's wait and see on Pillen tax plan

It's wait and see on Pillen tax plan

Special session expected this summer.

Lincoln man shows Husker pride, through Husker-themed classic car

Lincoln man shows Husker pride, through Husker-themed classic car

One man is showing his Husker fandom, by redoing a ’51 chevy.

Ricketts, Smith hit Biden on gas move

Ricketts, Smith hit Biden on gas move

In a controversial election year move to cut prices at the pump, the Biden Administration is releasing one million barrels of gasoline from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.

Military labs do the detective work to identify soldiers decades after they died in World War II

Military labs do the detective work to identify soldiers decades after they died in World War II

Generations of American families have grown up not knowing exactly what happened to their loved ones who died while serving their country in World War II and other conflicts.

Nebraska Governor confident special session will yield comprehensive tax reform

Nebraska Governor confident special session will yield comprehensive tax reform

Governor Jim Pillen to call special session sometime between mid-July and the start of the new school year

Ricketts v Blinken over war in Gaza

Ricketts v Blinken over war in Gaza

Nebraska Senator Pete Ricketts this week in a face-off with Secretary of State Antony Blinken, accusing Blinken of, in effect, helping Hamas.

Police investigate high school fight that led to stabbing in Omaha

Police investigate high school fight that led to stabbing in Omaha

Omaha Police are investigating a fight that resulted in the stabbing of a student at Central High School this morning.

Trump trial fallout in Bacon-Vargas race

Trump trial fallout in Bacon-Vargas race

Rep. Don Bacon, Nebraska 2nd District (R): “It’s a distraction, it hurts the President.”

Stothert defends no-vote streetcar: 'That's why they elect us'

Stothert defends no-vote streetcar: 'That's why they elect us'

Stothert has long said no vote is needed because property taxes are not being raised to pay for it.
John Ewing: “I just believe it's too expensive and we should not have done it without a vote of the people when it's that expensive.”

Nebraska ‘exurbs’ outshine suburbs in latest population growth figures

Nebraska ‘exurbs’ outshine suburbs in latest population growth figures

Paul Lambert has long felt he lived in the sweet spot: not too far a drive from the cultural highlights of the state’s largest city, yet far enough away to savor the smaller town lifestyle.

Before she became a national champion, Doane University wrestler grappled with depression, doubt

Before she became a national champion, Doane University wrestler grappled with depression, doubt

You can still win, coach Dana Vote told his star grappler. 

State Treasurer Briese encourages Nebraskans to consider 'NEST 529' college savings plans

State Treasurer Briese encourages Nebraskans to consider 'NEST 529' college savings plans

The Nebraska State Treasurer's Office is encouraging Nebraskans to consider 'NEST 529' savings plans to help you pay for post-secondary education.

Osborn, Dems at odds...and then there's Biden-Trump

Osborn, Dems at odds...and then there's Biden-Trump

Jane Kleeb: Osborn, “Has told the Democratic party that he wants the party’s endorsement.” Adding, Osborn is “going back on his word.”

Bacon wins, fence mending next...then Vargas in November

Bacon wins, fence mending next...then Vargas in November

The rematch follows Bacon's win over fellow Republican Dan Frei in Tuesday's Primary.

Primary voting underway, key races await outcomes

Primary voting underway, key races await outcomes

Turnout is expected to be 35 percent.

Bacon-Frei race getting last minute attention

Bacon-Frei race getting last minute attention

Mark Levin: “Don Bacon for Congress, Nebraska 2nd District. There’s some issues that I might disagree with him on but we need that seat.”

Chambers v McKinney: Changing of the guard?

Chambers v McKinney: Changing of the guard?

While the two reportedly have been saying little about the other, McKinney, who has worked to get more than $400 million in federal and state funds to build and rebuild North and South Omaha, says the Legislature needs “more young voices.”

Lots of numbers in Fischer-Osborn race

Lots of numbers in Fischer-Osborn race

Viewed by many as a longshot, Osborn says he’s got numbers to prove he isn’t.

Early voting questions persist

Early voting questions persist

It was just a year ago when the voter ID debate was in full swing that State Sen. Julie Slama—all for Voter ID--wanted an even tougher law.

Nebraska Supreme Court dismisses foster care abuse case against DHHS, expands immunity

Nebraska Supreme Court dismisses foster care abuse case against DHHS, expands immunity

A new Nebraska Supreme Court decision added fuel to some lawmakers’ desire to try again, as early as this year, to increase accountability for child sexual assault and abuse.

Tornadoes: One week and counting

Tornadoes: One week and counting

Damage numbers continue to pile up in several neighborhoods in Elkhorn, Bennington and Blair.

He’s drawn some of America’s most iconic superheroes, Bob Hall isn’t resting on becoming ‘nostalgia’

He’s drawn some of America’s most iconic superheroes, Bob Hall isn’t resting on becoming ‘nostalgia’

When Bob Hall left his home in Lincoln for the bright lights of Manhattan in 1972, he had visions of becoming a Broadway director, not a member of the Mighty Marvel Bullpen.

Pillen: Property tax special session anticipated to start late July

Pillen: Property tax special session anticipated to start late July

According to the Governor, “The Legislature failed to pass any property tax relief in the regular session, but we will finish the job in a special session.”