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Nebraska World War II POW welcomed home
Nebraska World War II POW welcomed home

For 80 years Erwin Schopp's photograph has been on display in Plymouth, Neb., and many learned why with the return home of his remains

Passenger swims ashore after boat catches fire on Branched Oak Lake

Passenger swims ashore after boat catches fire on Branched Oak Lake

The passenger of a boat on Branched Oak Lake had to swim to shore after it caught fire Thursday morning.

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.

Staff injury reported at Tecumseh prison

Staff injury reported at Tecumseh prison

Corrections department says inmate used homemade weapon in attack

Restoration underway for Arbor Lodge walled garden

Restoration underway for Arbor Lodge walled garden

Bricks likely fired in Nebraska City despite 1903 coal shortage

Former State Sen. Brett Lindstrom running for Congress in Nebraska’s 2nd District

Former State Sen. Brett Lindstrom running for Congress in Nebraska’s 2nd District

Former Omaha State Sen. Brett Lindstrom has entered the race to be the Republican nominee to defend the Republican held 2nd Congressional District open seat. a

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’s Pillen among 17 Republican governors to oppose congressional AI moratorium

Nebraska’s Pillen among 17 Republican governors to oppose congressional AI moratorium

LINCOLN — As the federal “one big beautiful bill” continues to move through Congress, one provision related to AI that Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen and 16 other Republican governors opposed has been removed, at least for now.

Latest segment propels vision for Nebraska City's five-mile trail

Latest segment propels vision for Nebraska City's five-mile trail

New bike/pedestrian trail connects 11th Street to softball complex and proposed sports complex

Next generation nuclear gets rousing reception at Auburn

Next generation nuclear gets rousing reception at Auburn

NPPD gauges community support for small modular nuclear

Foresters tour Riverview Nature Park with eye on invasive trees

Foresters tour Riverview Nature Park with eye on invasive trees

Nebraska City park chose for flagship project to knock back invasive tree species

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.

Severe weather expected Monday night across the state

Severe weather expected Monday night across the state

Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to develop across Nebraska this evening and continue into the overnight hours.

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.

Goss: manufacturing jobs have not yet come back

Goss: manufacturing jobs have not yet come back

Economist says rising costs in the supply chain will hit consumers later on

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.

Den's Country Meats wins international acclaim

Den's Country Meats wins international acclaim

Table Rock meat processor awarded at international trade fair in Germany

Mayor expects solution soon for Cargill odor complaints

Mayor expects solution soon for Cargill odor complaints

Citizens say stench holds them hostage in their homes and ruins their quality of life

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.

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.

'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.

Auburn meeting heats up over swimming pool

Auburn meeting heats up over swimming pool

Council narrowly passes measure to impose penalties for water conservation violations

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.

Sheriff reports double fatality in Highway 75 crash

Sheriff reports double fatality in Highway 75 crash

Auburn man and 12-year-old boy killed

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.

Airport holds grand opening for fuel farm

Airport holds grand opening for fuel farm

Self-serve fuel station helps Nebraska City keep pace with growth

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.

Arrest for AKRS burglary after multi-state investigation

Arrest for AKRS burglary after multi-state investigation

In separate case, Nebraska man accused of possession of over 1,000 THC cartridges

Auburn woman warns against filling swimming pool during a water emergency

Auburn woman warns against filling swimming pool during a water emergency

City announces it will truck in water for ballfields and will not operate splash pad

Falls City council unified over electrical reliability

Falls City council unified over electrical reliability

Council orders modernization of oldest power generators, authorizes paid hours for RS Electric and pursues electric bond issue up to $30 million

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.

State responds with RCUTs after roadways' deadliest year in decades

State responds with RCUTs after roadways' deadliest year in decades

Restricted crossing U-turns called proven to increase safety

Law Day civics includes separation of powers

Law Day civics includes separation of powers

11 Nebraska communities observe Law Day with the theme 'advancement of civic education'

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

Crete announces Project Rise campaign to construct on-campus athletic facilities

Crete announces Project Rise campaign to construct on-campus athletic facilities

Crete Public Schools' Project Rise campaign, which officially kicks off next week, will construct a multi-purpose facility that will allow the school to host more Cardinals athletics events on their own campus.

Schreiner honored as tree planter of the year

Schreiner honored as tree planter of the year

Caring for trees is an Arbor Day principle

May 1 is last call for tickets to 2025 Cattlemen's Ball in Blue Springs

May 1 is last call for tickets to 2025 Cattlemen's Ball in Blue Springs

If you haven't yet purchased tickets for this year's installment of Nebraska's annual Cattlemen's Ball, consider this your final warning: ticket sales for this year's event, hosted near Blue Springs in June, close on May 1. 

Why Red Foxes are becoming more prevalent in Lincoln and other urban areas

Why Red Foxes are becoming more prevalent in Lincoln and other urban areas

If you’ve noticed seeing more of one certain mammal in Lincoln or another urban area of Nebraska, you’re not alone.

National Historic Landmark sets Kregel Windmill Factory apart

National Historic Landmark sets Kregel Windmill Factory apart

Initially impressed with pristine historic factory, Baker came to see Kregels to represent American ingenuity

Arbor Day honorees keen on Nebraska's welcome signs

Arbor Day honorees keen on Nebraska's welcome signs

Seedling found in garage becomes Arbor Day miracle

NRD planters carry on Arbor Day mission

NRD planters carry on Arbor Day mission

Trend for Nemaha Natural Resources District leans toward habitat plantings

Gordon teen sentenced for murdering newborn son

Gordon teen sentenced for murdering newborn son

An 18-year-old from Gordon has been sentenced to decades in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder in the death of her newborn son.

Crete Area Medical Center names Julie Lacy new CEO

Crete Area Medical Center names Julie Lacy new CEO

A hospital that's a key part of a major statewide health system has its new leader: Crete Area Medical Center has named Julie Lacy its new CEO.

Courthouse re-dedicated for another 100 years

Courthouse re-dedicated for another 100 years

Richardson County makes 'a building of the people'

Nebraska native Jake Diekman returns to pitch 2025 season with Lincoln Saltdogs

Nebraska native Jake Diekman returns to pitch 2025 season with Lincoln Saltdogs

Former Southern Raider and Doane Tiger Jake Diekman will bring his 13 seasons of MLB experience to the Lincoln Saltdogs pitching staff this summer.

The US has a single rare earths mine. Chinese export limits are energizing a push for more

The US has a single rare earths mine. Chinese export limits are energizing a push for more

NioCorp has worked for years to raise $1.1 billion to build a mine in southeast Nebraska.

Eastern Nebraska, Western Iowa under Tornado Watch through Thursday night

Eastern Nebraska, Western Iowa under Tornado Watch through Thursday night

Eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa is under a Tornado Watch on Thursday, April 17, effective from 5 p.m. CT Thursday through midnight. The potential area of impact includes Jefferson and Gage Counties and many other areas to the north.

State Patrol Arrests Inmate for Sexual Assault

State Patrol Arrests Inmate for Sexual Assault

The Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) has arrested a Nebraska prison inmate for sexually assaulting another inmate.

Board of Regents Approve Naming of John Cook Arena

Board of Regents Approve Naming of John Cook Arena

The home of Nebraska Volleyball will now officially bear the name of one of the legendary coaches in the history of the sport,

Otoe County EMA recognized for assisting neighbors

Otoe County EMA recognized for assisting neighbors

Thermal drone called 'key component' in search for missing woman

Utilities dominate city council discussion, little on electric workers' resignations

Utilities dominate city council discussion, little on electric workers' resignations

Campbell advises investment in Falls City power plant, electrical distribution and water plant operations

Rural water shuts down new customers

Rural water shuts down new customers

Distribution system for Consolidated Rural Water Districts 1 and 2 is nearing capacity

BHECN debuts ‘Project PEACE’, aimed at treating behavioral health conditions

BHECN debuts ‘Project PEACE’, aimed at treating behavioral health conditions

The University of Nebraska Medical Center is looking to better the future of healthcare across Nebraska with a new initiative knowns as Project PEACE.

Falls City reacting to upheaval in electric staff

Falls City reacting to upheaval in electric staff

City reaches out to private contractors and mutual aid agreements after six leave electrical distribution

Highway 2 RCUT packs open house

Highway 2 RCUT packs open house

Safer traffic flow proposed near Palmyra

Lancaster County crash ejects driver, leaves one hospitalized

Lancaster County crash ejects driver, leaves one hospitalized

One person is in the hospital after an SUV rollover crash south of Bennett, Sunday night. 

Surveyor reflects on 30-year career in elected office

Surveyor reflects on 30-year career in elected office

County's approved energy element conflicts with public expectations

PBA converted into rodeo arena, ahead of PBR event

PBA converted into rodeo arena, ahead of PBR event

It’s normally known as the home of Nebraska Basketball and various concerts, but on Friday, Pinnacle Bank Arena is being transformed into a playground for some of the worlds greatest cowboys and wranglers.

Progress on PWF Road nears after site visit from Olsson and NDOT

Progress on PWF Road nears after site visit from Olsson and NDOT

Officials and scientists from Olsson and NDOT dropped in on Diller to assess the status of the PWF Road and its nearby environment, bringing the start date for the road's reconstruction ever closer.

Proposed amendment would give Nebraska voters choice to totally eliminate inheritance tax

Proposed amendment would give Nebraska voters choice to totally eliminate inheritance tax

Nebraska remains one of just five states that inflicts a tax on relatives of the recently deceased. And this month, the state legislature considered a constitutional amendment that would eliminate the inheritance tax altogether.