CNN founder Ted Turner, a brash and outspoken television pioneer, has died at age 87

CNN founder Ted Turner has died at age 87. The network says the outspoken and often outrageous television pioneer died Wednesday.

May 6, 2026Updated: May 6, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Regional

Nebraska businesses urged to file for tariff refunds now

Sheriff weighs in on ‘Cookie Monster’ case, points to repeat offenses

Huskers headed to $1M volleyball showcase in Dallas

Junkstock bigger than ever, celebrating 15 years

Longtime Nebraska teacher in America’s Favorite Teacher contest

Florida man waives extradition in Lincoln to face Iowa murder charge, victim identified

State

Charley Endorf recognized as May 2026 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month

Community garden coming to Kimball

Car Enthusiasts Stop in Hastings for One Lap Across America

Commissioners approve advertising for District 2 candidates

Younes Hospitality honored with Celebrate Tourism award

Sports

Morgan Haupt wins Big Boy Big Wheel Race for second straight year

Sidney names Gabe Dorcey as head boys basketball coach

WNCC softball sweeps North Platte

WNCC baseball drops doubleheader NJC on Friday

Doane Football Coach Conversations: 2026 Spring Review

Ag & Outdoor

Powell wins 56th Cornhusker Trap Shoot

Outdoor notes: Spring shotgun turkey season opens

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project