The Lincoln teen accused of fatally shooting his brother on Christmas Eve was charged as an adult on Thursday.

LINCOLN, Neb. — A local veterans support group is working to make sure Lincoln veterans and their families will have a holiday meal.

The Veteran's Advisory Group is passing out 127 meals to homeless and at-risk veterans for Christmas.

Athletes from Concordia, Doane and Midland appeared on the AFCA's 2024 NAIA All-America teams, unveiled this week

Nebraska law enforcement in the metro area arrested three people following a multi-county pursuit Tuesday. 

Most Cherry County employees will see a three percent cost-of-living adjustment following a decision by the Board of Commissioners at Tuesday’s meeting.

Gov. Jim Pillen issued a statement following the death of Howard Hawks on Saturday. 

Authorities in metro Nebraska are investigating a fatal crash that happened Friday afternoon. 

A children’s museum in Omaha is getting a new building. 

The Joslyn Art Museum has opened again after a two-year construction and renovation period.

Animals at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo will receive advanced medical care thanks to the construction of a new veterinary hospital, the Bill and Berniece Grewcock Animal Hospital.

Giving Tuesday is back in the metro area.

Skutt Catholic avenges last year's loss by beating Bennington in 2024 Class B football title game

Creighton's Norah Sis caught the eyes of the Orlando Valkyries when she was taken No. 3 overall in the 2024 Pro Volleyball Federation draft.

Omaha’s zoo is ready for the holiday season.

Omaha native John Bullock goes 1-on-1 with NCN's Husker Sports Reporter Jake Bartecki. 

Nebraska has a chance to end both an eight year bowl drought and a losing streak to Wisconsin that dates back to 2012. 

A Mountain Lion sighting has been confirmed, not far from the Lincoln Metro area. 

Matt Rhule breaks down Holgerson transition, Raiola injury status

U.S. Rep. Don Bacon has survived another close race in Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District, declaring victory Wednesday morning after pulling away from State Sen. Tony Vargas overnight to secure a fifth term.

The Nebraska School Activities Association Board of Directors aren't making a decision on the future location of the High School Softball State Tournament until at least next month. 

Initiative Measure '439' aims to strike down the state's current abortion ban after 12 weeks, and replace it to give women a right to abortion until fetal viability.

As Nebraskans head to the polls, several ballot initiatives will appear on the 2024 ballot, including two separate abortion topics. LB 434 would prohibit abortion after the first trimester.

Should public funds be used to fund scholarships for private school students? In this election, a vote to retain Measure 435 would keep an existing scholarship proposal in place, while a repeal vote would eliminate it outright.

From abortion to paid sick leave and medical marijuana, Nebraska voters will decide several key issues when they head to the polls next week.

Nebraska takes on an Indiana offense ranked first in the Big Ten and fourth nationally.

Raiola looks to bounce backs against Hoosiers

The U.S. Senate race in Nebraska is drawing national attention, with outlets like CBS calling it "unexpectedly competitive." Independent Dan Osborn is trying to unseat two-term Republican Senator Deb Fischer, and recent polls suggest a close contest.

Defense was the name of the game for Lincoln East on Thursday night, led by a raucous group of Spartans garnering 8 sacks, two interceptions and a pick-six to beat Columbus 27-14.

Omaha hockey head coach Mike Gabinet has signed a contract extension, keeping him with the program through 2028.

Husker fans at Memorial Stadium and the Devaney Center will soon be able to watch the Big Red with a beer in hand. 

As Nebraska returns to Memorial Stadium this Saturday, the Huskers welcome undefeated Rutgers, who ranks third in the Big Ten in rushing offense.

The University of Nebraska could soon have the option to sell alcohol at all athletic events.

Lincoln Lutheran knocks off unbeaten Clarkson-Leigh 30-32, 25-21, 25-14 in a rematch of last year's C2 State Title game

A Lincoln childcare provider was arrested after a 4-month-old boy suffered serious injuries in her care, according to Lincoln Police.

The first homestand of the Husker football season is in the books and Nebraska State Troopers were on patrol to keep fans safe on gamedays.

This Friday night will be the 400th consecutive sellout of Memorial Stadium.

#5 Nebraska picks up a statement win, sweeping #2 Stanford.

The Nebraska State Patrol broke ground today on a $26 million dollar expansion project for the NSP Crime Laboratory.

Husker defense looks to improve tackling

After sweeping their away through non-conference play, #22 Nebraska turns their attention to Big Ten play and to a fellow Top 25 opponent in #24 Illinois.

#22 Nebraska is set to welcome #24 Illinois to Lincoln on Friday night.

News Channel Nebraska went to find the answers as to how a warm fall will impact leaf color change in the Cornhusker state.

For the first time since 2016, Husker Football is 3-0.

Student reunification to happen on west side near the football stadium

The Lincoln Police Department is investigating three shootings in the city and is requesting the public share information with law enforcement regarding two ongoing investigations. At this time, LPD does not believe the incidents are related.

One of the most talked about matchups on Nebraska’s 2024 schedule takes place this Saturday night. a

Lincoln Southwest logs the day's best individual scores

The Lincoln North Star Navigators started the season off on a strong note, traveling to Columbus and heading back to the Capital City with a pair of wins

The United States Air Force Thunderbirds will dedicate their Sunday, August 25 performance at the Freedom Air & Space Show to the memory of Cpl. Page, who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving his country.

Tim Walz played up his Nebraska roots in his first trip back to his home state since becoming the Democratic vice presidential nominee, and then drew sharp contrasts between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.

Nebraska's wide receiver room is hoping to make a jump in 2024. 

As Nebraska works through fall camp, one area of depth is the running back position. 

Nebraska Game and Parks is asking for the public’s help in reporting an occurring illness in Nebraska’s big game.

Dylan Raiola met with the media, Friday afternoon

News Channel Nebraska’s chief political reporter has made a career out of holding those in power accountable.

Nebraska's defense was one of the best pieces in their 2023 campaign, finishing the year as a top 15 total defense in the nation. 

Nebraska strapped on the pads for the first practice of fall camp on Wednesday, with one of many goals for the season being to limit turnovers. 

Husker nation will get a first look at the 2024 Husker Football team inside Memorial Stadium

Ahead of Wednesday’s first fall camp practice, Matt Rhule and the Huskers met with the media, to preview the next four weeks leading up to the season

100+ degree heat index temps are expected and likely in much of the central and eastern portion of the state Tuesday and Wednesday. 

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

UNMC is chosen to spearhead plans for large scale health care crises such as COVID and Ebola.

A Grand Island man will spend a decade in prison for leading police on a chase and barricading himself inside a child’s room.

Osborn calling for passage of the Railway Safety Act; Fischer has introduced the Amtrak Transparency Act.