Nebraska’s high rate of virus cases prompts concern in state

Nebraska reported nearly 1,000 new cases of the coronavirus, and doctors in rural areas expressed concern about the high rate of infections across the state.

October 15, 2020Updated: October 15, 2020

By News Channel Nebraska

Regional

Benefits slashed: Nebraska disability switch leaves hundreds desperate for help

Woman dead, 3-year-old injured in Omaha Walmart officer-involved shooting

Hoiberg Named First-Team Academic All-American

After nearly 45 years, Bryan Tuma to retire as Nebraska Crime Commission director

Auburn celebrates 50 years of Tree City USA

$4.7 million in refunds coming to Black Hills customers in Nebraska

State

City Council offers City Manager duties to Hanson

Benefits slashed: Nebraska disability switch leaves hundreds desperate for help

Gordon man sentenced for sexually assaulting children

HALT Human Trafficking Fund accepting grant applications

Woman dead, 3-year-old injured in Omaha Walmart officer-involved shooting

Sports

Potter-Dix boys, Ogallala girls claim titles at Leyton Invite

Kimball Junior High Track begins track season, setting personal records

Cougar notes: WNCC baseball sweeps Otero on Sunday

Eagles Wrap Up Series With Orediggers

Colorado sports notes: Padres top Rockies 7-2 for 4-game sweep but Nick Pivetta exits with stiff elbow

Ag & Outdoor

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

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety