Public safety, economic opportunity and China: Renewable energy debate runs hot in Nebraska

It’s a high-stakes fight, with property rights, the character and economic well-being of rural Nebraska and health of the planet all at play.

February 16, 2024Updated: February 16, 2024

By News Channel Nebraska

Regional

Man convicted after derailing train in Bennet, posting viral video online

Hoiberg reflects on best season in program history

‘Magic every time’ sandhill crane knowledge and appreciation

Former Bellevue East music teacher appears in federal court on child pornography charges

OSHA reveals equipment lacked safety controls in deadly Fremont explosion

Concerns over a Nebraska hospital show how a $50B rural health fund could come up short

State

Person found dead after house fire in Pine Ridge

Popovich enters commissioners race

Quilts of Valor presentation set for Sunday

Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame Foundation announces its 2026 induction class

Geneva councilperson apologizes, VFW to try proposal again

Sports

Throwers lead Chadron State at Easter Classic

Thomas scores 20 as West Virginia downs Creighton 87-70 in CBC

WNCC baseball earns a split with Lamar Saturday

Colorado sports notes: Jokic scores 40, outduels Wembanyama and Nuggets top Spurs 136-134 in OT

Eagles Lose Late-Inning Leads vs. Rangers

Ag & Outdoor

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

‘Worst-case scenario’: Fertilizer, fuel cost spikes hitting Nebraska farmers hard