NCN Football Rankings: Week 7 - Oct. 5

NCN Football Rankings: Week 7 - Oct. 5

October 5, 2026Updated: October 5, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

NCN Football Rankings: Week 7 - Oct. 5

Regional

Infant expected to survive after suffering brain bleed, broken ribs in Lincoln

‘He’s not coming back': Months after deadly Iranian attack, families of soldiers struggle to cope

South Dakota man sentenced to 15 years after I-80 hit-and-run leads to drugs, gun

Tecumseh Flock cameras spur write-in candidacy

Texas man accused of sexually exploiting more than 50 children online

Trump rally draws supporters from across Nebraska

State

Should commercial solar and wind developments be allowed in Cherry County? Planning Commission weighs the question

Portion of Omaha Avenue closed due to road stability issue

Infant expected to survive after suffering brain bleed, broken ribs in Lincoln

Dan Osborn among those responding to Trump comments made in Grand Island

‘He’s not coming back': Months after deadly Iranian attack, families of soldiers struggle to cope

Sports

Scottsbluff sweeps Bridgeport in inter-class showdown

Colandrea’s running ability a major spark to Husker offense

Doane rues frustrating missed chances in Homecoming defeat to Mount Marty

Diller-Odell shuts down Meridian in Homecoming blanking

Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame inducts latest class

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim