Nicholas Nowak, Gurley, was arrested January 17 in a traffic stop for possession of methamphetamine. Arraignment is scheduled for February 9.

Twenty-two varieties of the Winter Pea trials were planted near Sidney and Grant. This year's winter pea trial at Cheyenne County was fair. The trial was planted on tilled ground under a linear irrigation system.

Authorities are investigating a fire that totaled a sheriff’s patrol vehicle.

After issues with Jordan's Way's founder, the Blair Animal shelter was forced to cancel a fundraiser before it even started.

The plan for a dam near Battle Creek is off the table for now.

State Sen. Paul Strommen says 545 bills have been introduced in the 2026 legislative session, with public hearings now underway.

State leaders plan to move all boys out of Kearney’s state-run youth treatment center months after multiple allegations of sexual abuse there. 

Cheyenne police are investigating an in-custody death that occurred early Sunday following a DUI-related call near West 9th Street and Deming Drive.

Nebraska State Patrol Investigators arrested Christopher Schlosser, 55, of Scottsbluff, Thursday for one count of sexual abuse of an inmate. The arrest occurred at Schlosser’s home.

The National Weather service says that very cold temperatures and strong winds are producing life-threatening wind chills ranging from -20 to -35 degrees this morning.

Sidney Middle School recently announced first semester and second quarter Honor Roll students.

The Sidney High School administration recently released the names of 2025-2026 Honor Roll students

When Rachel Woollen gave birth to quadruplets 17 weeks early, they had a less than 4% chance of all surviving. They’re about to celebrate their 18th birthday.

A grass fire drew a response from several different departments Thursday afternoon in northeast Nebraska.

As the temperatures continue to drop, cold-related issues like frostbites can happen.

A lucky Nebraska Pick 4 ticket sold in Sidney is worth $3,125. The winning ticket was purchased at Git ‘n Split on Illinois Street.

Jasmine Harris faced job rejections due to a misdemeanor conviction. The conviction haunted her. In 2017, she received a mayoral pardon in Omaha, one of Nebraska's two cities offering such clemency.

Wind chills of 20 degrees below are forecast to follow today's above-freezing temperatures

The National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory for the Loup River in parts of Platte and Butler counties.

The city council unanimously approved the first reading of the Building Contractor Ordinance No. 484 in the meeting Tuesday evening with one change from previous discussions.

The Cheyenne County Commissioners tabled a request by the Potter Volunteer Fire Department for KENO funds to help purchase back-up generators.

NeighborWorks Northeast Nebraska is adding 15 affordable housing units to Columbus' Quail Meadows neighborhood using customized modular homes to expedite construction, with down payment assistance available for eligible homebuyers

A southeast Nebraska community is raising money for a local family after the tragic death of 7-year-old boy.

A U.S. Department of Justice request for voter data is facing some pushback in Nebraska.

The owners of Nebraska Medicine are reorganizing the entity’s board of directors after the board filed suit against the owners.

Bitter cold is on the way. Wind chills as low as 30 below zero are expected Friday morning across western Nebraska and eastern Colorado, with dangerously cold conditions continuing through the weekend.

State leaders in Nebraska plan to move boys from Kearney’s youth treatment center to a youth prison in Omaha after allegations of sexual abuse.

A shed fire in Northeast Nebraska prompted a response from fire officials, with the cause under investigation and the shed declared a total loss

A grass fire broke out near the west exit of Grand Island along Interstate 80 on Wednesday afternoon, creating flames and smoke visible from miles away and prompting a multi-agency response. 

A six-bay 9,000-plus square foot new fire hall will help Potter Volunteer Fire Department store all of its equipment in one place.

City council voted on a proposed resolution Tuesday evening with a 3 - 2 vote, rejecting the creation of a city personnel committee.

Nebraska's governor is pushing Tyson to make decisions about the future of its facility as the corporation shuts down its operations.

A Minatare man was arrested after police responded to a shots fired call in Scottsbluff late Tuesday night. No injuries were reported.

Erik Wilson has been with Norfolk Public Schools for 25 years, he is currently the Associate Superintendent, and was voted to become the next superintendent. 

One highly trafficked bridge in Northeast Nebraska is becoming more accessible to pedestrians.

The Kimball County Sheriff’s Office presented Life Saving Awards to Kimball County first responders at the County Commissioners Meeting Tuesday morning.

The final phase of a major construction project has now entered its final phase.

Sidney Police have named Jose Ruiz as lieutenant and operations commander. Ruiz brings more than 20 years of law enforcement experience, including service as Kimball’s police chief, and is expected to be on full duty next month.

An Ohio man accused of killing a Missouri resident at a rest stop near Grand Island has again been ruled unfit to stand trial.

Former state senator Lynne Walz announced Wednesday morning that she is going to seek the Democratic nomination for governor in the May primary.

The Kimball City Council accepted the resignation of Police Chief Jose Ruiz Tuesday evening, and unanimously approved Sergeant Jose Barboza to be Interim Chief.

Nebraska Extension Cheyenne County recently announced Ashlyn Roelle as the new Extension Instructor for Cheyenne and Deuel counties.

Mayor foresees mega convenience store with 100 gas pumps as catalyst for city’s ‘good life district’

Senator Pete Ricketts is campaigning for reelection in Nebraska, touting tax cuts during a tour that includes discussions with community leaders and highlighting potential economic benefits for families

Western Nebraska Community College received a $15,000 donation from the Nebraska Public Power District.

Sidney firefighters responded to a reported structure fire Tuesday evening on Newton Street. Crews quickly located and extinguished a small exterior fire, limiting damage.

A California man was taken into custody by Nebraska State Patrol following a January 13 incident in Aurora, Neb.

Mitchell firefighters knocked down a grass fire north of town Monday afternoon after quick action by a road grader operator helped keep it from spreading.

A Grand Island woman charged with 46 counts of theft has been deemed incompetent for trial again.

A small group of residents gathered in downtown Sidney Tuesday afternoon to share concerns about national issues, while others in the community offered differing perspectives shaped by personal experience.

Bridgeport’s speech team took first overall and the Class C/D title at the Scottsbluff Speech Meet.

President and CEO of the Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce announced he is stepping down after eight years. 

Kimball Speech started out the semester with success at the Scottsbluff Bearcat Speech Meet Saturday.

A former wrestler at Hastings College is being accused of recording his roommate while she was in the shower. 

A 39-year-old was arrested in connection with multiple burglary investigations in Grand Island.

A bill would require Nebraska lawmakers to complete a civics knowledge test within 90 days of taking their oath in office.

'The Depot' opened Monday in grand fanfare with vendors sharing their products, enjoying an overflow crowd as the historic grocery store is reopened.

Nebraska Medicine board of directors is suing the University of Nebraska Board of Regents.

Middle school students across the Nebraska Panhandle are invited to apply for the 2026 National Civics Bee, with a chance to advance to a national competition in Washington, D.C.

Candidates have begun filing for the three municipal offices scheduled to appear on the ballot for the City of Kimball’s 2026 election, including two City Council seats and the Office of Mayor.

Photos from the grand opening of "The Depot," a new general store and commercial kitchen space in Potter, on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026. Congratulations Drew Enevoldsen and family. Full story coming on newschannelnebraska.com.

A Nebraska senator wants schools to teach students the dangers of communism. State Sen. Dave Murman of Glenvil, proposed LB 1024 last week.

Tax season is about to begin as 1099s and W-2s arrive in mailboxes across Nebraska. 

The U.S. Department of Education announced it is pausing plans to garnish wages of student loan borrowers in default. The seizure of tax refunds and other federal benefits from borrowers with student loan debt are also being delayed.