At the same time Fischer’s fellow Republican, Sen. Pete Ricketts, remains unopposed.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s College of Business has a new way of helping students financially.

Federal investigators are trying to connect with anyone who may have been a victim of sex assault as a child while attending a dance studio in Sarpy County.

A motorcyclist is in critical condition and a truck driver was cited following a crash in southeast Lincoln Wednesday morning.

A man from Lincoln was sentenced for a child pornography-related conviction.

News Channel Nebraska presents the first annual Midwest Music Fest - Nebraska at the Buffalo County Fairgrounds in Kearney (3807 Ave. N)!

Prosecutors deny any preferential treatment

Authorities in Lincoln said there was a hearing held on Tuesday for a 22-year-old that was involved in an aggravated assault that turned into a homicide. 

Several Hispanics in the predominately Hispanic South Omaha district charging racism, that one of two Hispanic candidates vying for the post were not selected.

The Huskers continue prep for final non-conference game of the year.

Lincoln Police say a speeding pickup truck was involved in a crash with another vehicle, sending four people to a Lincoln hospital overnight.

Omaha authorities say they are investigating a crash that killed one person on Monday. 

A 31-year-old man was sentenced to two and a half years in prison for failing to register as a sex offender. 

A 26-year-old Fremont man was sentenced on Friday to 13 years in prison for drug charges. 

Matt Rhule confirmed that running backs Gabe Ervin Jr and Rahmir Johnson and defensive back Dwight Bootle are out for the year.

Anyone looking for some motivation to stay active this fall has a way to get out, be healthy, and maybe get their school district some money in the process.

Authorities say they are investigating an accident that killed a Blair man. 

The Omaha Police Department said they are investigating a fatal bicycle accident. 

The League of United Latin American Citizens, commonly known as LULAC, is launching a "get-out-the-vote coalition campaign" demanding representation from the city’s elected officials.

Nebraska picked up their first win of the year on Saturday night, topping Northern Illinois 35-11. 

A man was arrested in a traffic stop on I-80 west of Lincoln after a Lancaster County Sheriff’s deputy found 401 pounds of marijuana in his van.

The inability to provide a proper burial is a familiar atrocity for tribes across the U.S., where the push to correct those injustices has found renewed energy since the 2021 discovery of mass graves at Indian boarding schools in Canada. 

The state has issued health alerts for Willow Creek Reservoir and Glenn Cunningham Lake. 

A white Democrat Ron Hug, got the nod this week over four other finalists including two Hispanics.

Gov. Jim Pillen announced that he has appointed Senator Tom Briese as state treasurer on Thursday. 

On Thursday, Gov. Jim Pillen appointed Sara Bauer of Fremont as county court judge for the Sixth Judicial District of Nebraska. 

A Lincoln man accused of impersonating a high schooler and sexually assaulting a young teen is now facing additional charges and a steeper bond.

Hunter Biden was indicted Thursday on federal firearms charges, the latest and weightiest step yet in a long-running investigation into the president’s son.

Northern Illinois has a history of beating power five opponents, such as the Huskers in 2017 and Boston College just two weeks ago. 

The Platte Institute, the state’s leading, politically right leaning, think tank is working to draw attention to a somewhat little-known new law, so-called Truth in Taxation.

A La Vista man was arrested for a reported road rage incident in Omaha.

A crash near Omaha killed one person and injured another.

Say goodbye to refilling that Coke. McDonald’s is getting rid of self-served soda.

Joe Jordan, NCN: "Is it possible for anyone to make the case that since the crime numbers haven't spiked, you don't need the additional officers?"

Chief Schmaderer: "I think that's a tough position to take.

A Lincoln man is likely set to spend the rest of his life in prison after being convicted of sexually abusing a girl when she was a pre-teen over a decade ago.

Council Bluffs has announced a new mural program that will help beautify the First Avenue Trail and turn it into a place of artistic expression.

After two deadlocked ballots, ballot three had a winner, unanimously.

Barback, a new app created to help local bar owners who need bartenders, especially on busy game days. 

As Nebraska heads into their home opener this weekend with Northern Illinois, the offense and defense continue to trend in different directions. 

Law enforcement in Douglas County said they received a call for a student allegedly threatening another at a Junior/Senior High School. 

The “Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska” competition announced their final four contestants.

Nebraska is turning the page on the 36-14 loss to Colorado and beginning to look ahead to this weekend's home opener with Northern Illinois at Memorial Stadium.

Gov. Pillen, speaking from Japan on Monday, said a Nebraska trade delegation is winding down its weeklong mission that he said is building upon relationships the state has with international trade partners and businesses including Kawasaki Motors.

A teen was cited after he allegedly stole a pickup from a Lancaster County home and crashed it into an electrical pole last week.

$4 a gallon in sight

There are 2,977 American flags are on display in Omaha today.

A bicyclist reportedly died after being involved in an accident with a vehicle near Valley.

Lincoln Police are investigating a shooting that injured a man early Sunday morning.

A man from Lincoln died after his motorcycle went off the road.

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office are investigating the death and injury of two women.

Joe Jordan, NCN: “Disappointing?”

Pete Festersen, Omaha City Council President (D): "Yeah, I think it's very concerning. "

In a pad popping, hard hitting game at Seacrest field in the capital city, the Lincoln Southeast Knights secure its first win of the season, 10-7 in a gritty battle over Papillion-La Vista

Joe Jordan, NCN: “How many ballots do you think it will take to make that decision?”

Pete Festersen, City Council President (D): “I’m not sure yet, hopefully we’ll get some consensus."

Omaha Police Chief: "It alters our policing approach as well."

City Council VP Aimee Melton: “I've been complaining about this for a long time. Wasn't alleging that any council member ever engaged in the corruption, but I said it's ripe for it.”

The inquiry fed by still unconfirmed allegations that the President and his son, Hunter Biden, are corrupt.

Emergency services across Nebraska are having a tough time tonight.

The five, no strangers to politics, are looking to be named to the District 4 South Omaha slot held until recently by Vinny Palermo, who has pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud and is facing 21 months in federal prison.

In 2022 Omaha police confiscated a reported 1,458 firearms, helped in part by a city law making the transportation of firearms illegal.

Seven Democrats, three Republicans and two independents have applied for the seat.

LINCOLN, Neb. — Community leaders across Nebraska's 1st Congressional District are calling for more quality housing options, according to their Congressman.

The deadline to turn in thousands of names is
Wednesday.

U.S. Attorney Susan Lehr: “There were no promises or agreements made by the government to Mr. Palermo or from Mr. Palermo to the government other than what is in the plea agreement.”

Facing 20 years in prison, he recently pleaded guilty to wire fraud and is now looking at 21 months.