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Nebraska Football Fan Days to kick off in August
Nebraska Football Fan Days to kick off in August

The 2025 Nebraska football team will make its public debut on Saturday, Aug. 2 with two events at Memorial Stadium. 

Latest segment propels vision for Nebraska City's five-mile trail

Latest segment propels vision for Nebraska City's five-mile trail

New bike/pedestrian trail connects 11th Street to softball complex and proposed sports complex

Nebraska Economic Development director resigns amid workforce tour

Nebraska Economic Development director resigns amid workforce tour

K.C. Belitz, Nebraska's Economic Development Director, resigned after a year in the role, right after starting a workforce development tour.

Kearney scores big in outdoor duel for Maine-Nebraska Wrestling Exchange

Kearney scores big in outdoor duel for Maine-Nebraska Wrestling Exchange

The free showcase had strong support and the temperatures were ideal for competition, albeit friendly.

Severe weather expected Monday night across the state

Severe weather expected Monday night across the state

Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to develop across Nebraska this evening and continue into the overnight hours.

Former Border Patrol agent David Huebner challenges Nebraska U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith

Former Border Patrol agent David Huebner challenges Nebraska U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith

A former U.S. Border Patrol agent has decided to run for Congress in Nebraska’s largely rural, sprawling 3rd Congressional District.

An Omaha food plant owner says he followed the rules for hiring immigrants. It was raided anyway.

An Omaha food plant owner says he followed the rules for hiring immigrants. It was raided anyway.

The owner of an Omaha food packaging company says his business has been unfairly hamstrung by Tuesday's raid carried out by federal immigration officials.

Rain doesn't dampen the spirit at the 2025 Cattlemen's Ball near Blue Springs

Rain doesn't dampen the spirit at the 2025 Cattlemen's Ball near Blue Springs

Thanks to some fast footwork by organizers after an early morning downpour, volunteers quickly covered muddy paths and gathering areas with wood chips, allowing most festivities to go on as planned.

Plattsmouth Post 56 Continues Hot Start with Win Over Syracuse Post 100

Plattsmouth Post 56 Continues Hot Start with Win Over Syracuse Post 100

SYRACUSE, NE - In a battle between Plattsmouth Post 56 and Syracuse Post 100, it was Plattsmouth that held on for an 8-6 victory in a back and forth game on Friday night.

Troopers find thousands of fentanyl pills, meth in I-80 traffic stop

Troopers find thousands of fentanyl pills, meth in I-80 traffic stop

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested an Arizona man after locating over 20 pounds of suspected fentanyl pills and methamphetamine during a traffic stop on I-80.

State auditor notes rise in local government illegal activity

State auditor notes rise in local government illegal activity

Nebraska’s Auditor says he’s seeing a rise in improper spending in local governments all over the state.

The Flying Nun: Sister Stephanie, 81, rappels down Omaha building as she keeps lifting up city’s neediest

The Flying Nun: Sister Stephanie, 81, rappels down Omaha building as she keeps lifting up city’s neediest

The people waiting their turn to rappel down the 17-story Highline Apartments building had strict instructions: Don’t come up to the roof until we come get you.

River Country State Track & Field Highlights for Nebraska, Iowa, and Missouri

River Country State Track & Field Highlights for Nebraska, Iowa, and Missouri

OMAHA, NE - NEBRASKA State T&F for Class B... BOYS Auburn Logan Rowell - discus [THU, 12p] Plattsmouth Nathan Frederick – HJ [WED, 11:30a] Hunter Mazzulla – 1600m run [THU, 4:05p] 3200m relay [WED, 1:30p

Wayne Walks Off with Baseball District C-5 Title Over Auburn

Wayne Walks Off with Baseball District C-5 Title Over Auburn

WAYNE, NE - The Auburn Bulldogs dropped a heartbreaker to the Wayne Blue Devils in the District C-5 Championship Friday, 2-1.

Auburn Baseball Squad Holds Off Holdrege in Playoff Win

Auburn Baseball Squad Holds Off Holdrege in Playoff Win

WAYNE, NE - The Auburn Bulldogs pushed four runs across through two frames of action and held on for a tight 4-2 win over the Holdrege Dusters in the first round of the District C5 Tournament in Wayne on Thursday.

Early Lead Holds Up as Rams Eliminate Pioneers

Early Lead Holds Up as Rams Eliminate Pioneers

RALSTON, NE - In the first game of the B-3 District Tournament between the Nebraska City Pioneers and Ralston Rams, it was the host Rams that walked away with a 6-0 win thanks to a quick start on Thursday.

Five Bobcat Ballers Earn All-Conference Honors on the Diamond

Five Bobcat Ballers Earn All-Conference Honors on the Diamond

OVERLAND PARK, KS - On Friday, May 2, the Heart of America Athletic Conference named its Baseball All-Conference Award winners.

Law Day civics includes separation of powers

Law Day civics includes separation of powers

11 Nebraska communities observe Law Day with the theme 'advancement of civic education'

Country Legends Shenandoah to Headline “Last Call for Summer” Concert in Fairbury

Country Legends Shenandoah to Headline “Last Call for Summer” Concert in Fairbury

Ol’ Red 99-5 is proud to present “Last Call for Summer,” an end-of-the-season celebration featuring Grammy Award-winning group Shenandoah.

Peru State College Adds Distance Track Programs for Next Season

Peru State College Adds Distance Track Programs for Next Season

PERU, NE - Peru State College is excited to announce the addition of Men's and Women's Indoor and Outdoor Distance Track programs.

16-Year-Old Arrested After Pursuit, Crash in West Omaha

16-Year-Old Arrested After Pursuit, Crash in West Omaha

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a 16-year-old girl after a pursuit and crash in west Omaha Friday evening.

Gordon teen sentenced for murdering newborn son

Gordon teen sentenced for murdering newborn son

An 18-year-old from Gordon has been sentenced to decades in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder in the death of her newborn son.

NioCorp to initiate Drilling Program at Elk Creek Project

NioCorp to initiate Drilling Program at Elk Creek Project

Further developments are taking place in the Elk Creek project for NioCorp. 

Extreme hail, winds cause major damage in Fremont

Extreme hail, winds cause major damage in Fremont

Many in Fremont are assessing damage on Friday following a severe storm.

Thunder Thump Tigers as Falls City Falters Late Against Nodaway Valley, MO

Thunder Thump Tigers as Falls City Falters Late Against Nodaway Valley, MO

FALLS CITY, NE - In a battle between the Nodaway Valley Thunder and Falls City Tigers, it was Nodaway Valley who ran away with it late as they improved to 6-5 on the season with an 18-3 win on Monday.

Kansas priest shot and killed on Thursday

Kansas priest shot and killed on Thursday

A Kansas priest has died after being fatally shot on Thursday.

Landon Ferguson Tosses One-Hitter in Nebraska City Win Over Auburn

Landon Ferguson Tosses One-Hitter in Nebraska City Win Over Auburn

NEBRASKA CITY, NE - In a battle between the Auburn Bulldogs and Nebraska City Pioneers, it was all Nebraska City as they improved to 3-3 with a 10-0 run-rule win on Monday.

Gabby Barrett to Headline 2024 Cattleman’s Ball in Blue Springs

Gabby Barrett to Headline 2024 Cattleman’s Ball in Blue Springs

BLUE SPRINGS, Neb -- The highly anticipated Cattleman's Ball of Nebraska has announced that country music sensation Gabby Barrett will headline this year's event, set for June 6-7, 2025, just east of Blue Springs.

A highway pileup in western Kansas shows how dust storms can turn deadly

A highway pileup in western Kansas shows how dust storms can turn deadly

Dust storms have proven deadly to motorists across the U.S. for years.

Peru State College Announces New Head Volleyball Coach

Peru State College Announces New Head Volleyball Coach

PERU, NE - Peru State Athletics announces the hiring of Caleb Bonaventure to take over the Bobcat Volleyball program.

Elk Creek community building/fire hall coming along, with help from donations

Elk Creek community building/fire hall coming along, with help from donations

The Elk Creek community is coming together to raise funds for a new 2-in-1 fire hall and community building.

Johnson-Brock Adds to Net Collection with Third-Straight State Title in Boys Basketball

Johnson-Brock Adds to Net Collection with Third-Straight State Title in Boys Basketball

LINCOLN, NE - The Johnson-Brock Eagles claimed a third-straight championship in boys basketball on Saturday, revving past Howells-Dodge, 61-46, in the Class D1 Title Game as heard on B103.

Eagles Soar Back Into State Title Game with Strong Second Half Against Mustangs

Eagles Soar Back Into State Title Game with Strong Second Half Against Mustangs

LINCOLN, NE - The Johnson-Brock boys basketball team will look for its third-straight state title on Saturday morning after corralling the McCool Junction Mustangs on Friday, 53-36, as heard on B103.

Nemaha County takes mischief pleas in irrigation pivot cases

Nemaha County takes mischief pleas in irrigation pivot cases

Investigators estimated $90,000 in damage in 30 mile radius of rural Nemaha and Pawnee counties

DOGE impacts on Nebraska Department of Education, other agencies

DOGE impacts on Nebraska Department of Education, other agencies

News Channel Nebraska reached out to the Nebraska Department of Education to see if it has been affected by cuts from the Department of Government Efficiency.

Johnson-Brock Takes First Step Towards Third-Straight Title with Big Win Over Elmwood-Murdock

Johnson-Brock Takes First Step Towards Third-Straight Title with Big Win Over Elmwood-Murdock

LINCOLN, NE - The Johnson-Brock Eagles started the defense of their State Boys Basketball crown with an impressive 73-32 win over the Elmwood-Murdock Knights on Wednesday, as heard on B103.

Body found in southwest Lincoln confirmed as missing man Tyler Goodrich

Body found in southwest Lincoln confirmed as missing man Tyler Goodrich

The Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the body discovered in southwest Lincoln Saturday morning are the remains of 35-year-old Tyler Goodrich — the man who went missing from his home in November 2023.

Sheriff: suspect car jacker found dead

Sheriff: suspect car jacker found dead

Sheriff says vehicle disabled by in-vehicle security system

Denver homicide suspect captured near Gothenburg; passenger found dead

Denver homicide suspect captured near Gothenburg; passenger found dead

A Denver homicide suspect who was considered armed and dangerous was located near Gothenburg on Sunday, while the passenger of the vehicle was found dead, according to the Nebraska State Patrol.

Sacred Heart pulls away in the second half, tops Dorchester to win D2 title

Sacred Heart pulls away in the second half, tops Dorchester to win D2 title

Falls City Sacred Heart makes it nine girls basketball state titles, topping the Dorchester Longhorns 52-25 in the NSAA D2 State Final on Saturday night. 

Human remains found near home of missing Lincoln man

Human remains found near home of missing Lincoln man

Authorities are investigating a suspicious death after a body was discovered in a wooded area near Highway 77 and W. Pioneers on Saturday morning.

Irish Efficiency Leads Team to Class D2 Girls Basketball Title Game

Irish Efficiency Leads Team to Class D2 Girls Basketball Title Game

LINCOLN, NE - The Falls City-Sacred Heart girls basketball team is rolling into the Class D2 Title game thanks to a 47-38 win over Archangels Catholic on Friday night, as heard on B103.

Falls City-Sacred Heart Smothers Anselmo-Merna in Opening Round of State GBB Tournament

Falls City-Sacred Heart Smothers Anselmo-Merna in Opening Round of State GBB Tournament

LINCOLN, NE - The Falls City-Sacred Heart girls basketball team put on a defensive clinic in the first round of the Class D2 State GBB Tournament on Thursday, defeating Anselmo-Merna, 57-33, as heard on B103.

Johnson-Brock Girls Basketball Season Ends With First Round Upset by GACC at State Tourney

Johnson-Brock Girls Basketball Season Ends With First Round Upset by GACC at State Tourney

LINCOLN, NE - The top-seeded Johnson-Brock girls basketball team was upset by the 8-seed of Guardian Angels Central Catholic on Thursday morning, 53-38, in the first round of the Class C2 State GBB Tournament in Lincoln...as heard on B103.

Fillmore Central Stuns Auburn in Overtime in District C1-6 Boys Basketball Finals

Fillmore Central Stuns Auburn in Overtime in District C1-6 Boys Basketball Finals

AUBURN, NE - The Auburn Bulldogs' boys basketball team saw its season come to a shocking end with a 58-55 overtime loss to the Fillmore Central Panthers on Wednesday, as heard on B103.

Kylie Diaz Earns Third-Team All-Conference Spot for Bobcats' WBB Team

Kylie Diaz Earns Third-Team All-Conference Spot for Bobcats' WBB Team

OVERLAND PARK, KS - On Friday, February 28, the Heart of America Athletic Conference named its Women's Basketball All- Conference Award winners. Kylie Diaz was named Third Team All-Conference.

Three Bobcat Men's Basketball Players Earn All-Conference Awards

Three Bobcat Men's Basketball Players Earn All-Conference Awards

OVERLAND PARK, KS - On Thursday, February 27, the Heart of America Athletic Conference named its Men's Basketball All- Conference Award winners. Three men's basketball players earned All-Conference Awards.

Eagles' BBB Team Soars Past the Bobcats, Thanks to the Power of Three

Eagles' BBB Team Soars Past the Bobcats, Thanks to the Power of Three

JOHNSON, NE - The two-time defending State Champs of Johnson-Brock will have a chance to defend their crown as the Eagles' boys basketball team dominated Blue Hill on Saturday in the the D1-1 District Final, 88-47.

Johnson-Brock GBB Squad Moving On to State Tournament

Johnson-Brock GBB Squad Moving On to State Tournament

JOHNSON, NE - The Johnson-Brock girls basketball team broke the hearts of Valentine on Friday, punching their ticket to the State Tournament with a 65-15 win in the District C2-1 Finals, as heard on B103.

Lourdes Central Catholic's GBB Season Comes to a Close in Odell

Lourdes Central Catholic's GBB Season Comes to a Close in Odell

ODELL, NE - Diller-Odell narrowly knocked off Lourdes Central Catholic, 55-49, in the District D1-7 GBB Finals on Friday, as heard on Otoe County Country.

Johnson-Brock Wins Subdistrict D1-1 Boys Basketball Title Over Southern

Johnson-Brock Wins Subdistrict D1-1 Boys Basketball Title Over Southern

JOHNSON, NE - The top-ranked Eagles of Johnson-Brock soared to a 69-46 victory over Southern in the Subdistrict D1-1 Championship Game Thursday, as heard on B103.

Elmwood-Murdock Hands East Butler Fourth Loss in Subdistrict D1-2 BBB Title Game

Elmwood-Murdock Hands East Butler Fourth Loss in Subdistrict D1-2 BBB Title Game

BRAINARD, NE - The Elmwood-Murdock Knights took home the Subdistrict D1-2 boys basketball title with a 53-40 upset over East Butler on Thursday, as heard on Otoe County Country.

Johnson-Brock and Southern Move On in Subdistrict D1-1 BBB Tournament

Johnson-Brock and Southern Move On in Subdistrict D1-1 BBB Tournament

JOHNSON, NE - The top-seeded Eagles of Johnson-Brock and the 3-seed of Southern punched their proverbial tickets to the Subdistrict D1-1 Boys Basketball Tournament title bout with wins on Tuesday, as heard on B103!

Top Two Seeds Advance in Subdistrict D1-2 BBB Tournament

Top Two Seeds Advance in Subdistrict D1-2 BBB Tournament

BRAINARD, NE - The top two seeds punched their tickets to the Subdistrict D1-2 Boys Basketball Tournament on Tuesday, as heard on Otoe County Country.

Peru State College WBB Player Grabs HAAC Defensive Player of the Week Award

Peru State College WBB Player Grabs HAAC Defensive Player of the Week Award

OVERLAND PARK, KS - On Monday, February 24, the Heart of America Athletic Conference announced their players of the week.

Irish Topple Titans in First Round of Subdistrict D1-1 BBB Tournament

Irish Topple Titans in First Round of Subdistrict D1-1 BBB Tournament

JOHNSON, NE - Falls City-Sacred Heart nabbed a 54-50 win over Humboldt-Table Rock-Steinauer in the first round of the Subdistrict D1-1 boys basketball tournament, as heard on B103 Monday.

Weeping Water BBB Team Advances in Subdistrict D1-2 Tournament

Weeping Water BBB Team Advances in Subdistrict D1-2 Tournament

BRAINARD, NE - Weeping Water's boys basketball team started its postseason off with a 53-47 win over Omaha Christian Academy on Monday, as heard on Otoe County Country.

Ten River Country Wrestlers Finish in the Top Six at the 2025 Boys State Wrestling Championships

Ten River Country Wrestlers Finish in the Top Six at the 2025 Boys State Wrestling Championships

OMAHA, NE - The three-day Boys State Wrestling Championships wrapped up at the CHI Health Center Arena in Omaha on Saturday. Ten area wrestlers made it to the podium with top-six finishes.

Lincoln Christian GBB Team Remains Perfect With Win Over Syracuse

Lincoln Christian GBB Team Remains Perfect With Win Over Syracuse

LINCOLN, NE - The Lincoln Christian Crusaders kept their perfect season going with a 77-38 win over Syracuse in the Subdistrict C1-1 Championship Game Thursday, as heard on B103.

Johnson-Brock Holds Off Elmwood-Murdock for Subdistrict C2-1 GBB Title

Johnson-Brock Holds Off Elmwood-Murdock for Subdistrict C2-1 GBB Title

JOHNSON, NE - The Eagles of Johnson-Brock won a tight battle over the Elmwood-Murdock Knights in the Subdistrict C2-1 Girls Basketball Championship on Thursday, 45-42, as heard on Otoe County Country.

Structure Fire South of Plattsmouth

Structure Fire South of Plattsmouth

PLATTSMOUTH, NE - Emergency crews are responding to a structure fire south of Plattsmouth Thursday morning, February 20.

Four River Country Wrestlers Claim Championships as Girls' State Tournament Wraps

Four River Country Wrestlers Claim Championships as Girls' State Tournament Wraps

OMAHA, NE - Four River Country wrestlers ended up at the top of their brackets as the Girls' State Wrestling Tournament concluded on Wednesday. Another ten local wrestlers secured top-six finishes!

Syracuse GBB Team Secures Spot in Subdistrict C1-1 Championship Game

Syracuse GBB Team Secures Spot in Subdistrict C1-1 Championship Game

LINCOLN, NE - The Syracuse Rockets used strong first and last quarters to advance in the Subdistrict C1-1 Tournament with a 45-41 win over the Falcons of Douglas County West on Wednesday, as heard on B103.

Lourdes Central Catholic Advances Over Pawnee City in Subdistrict D1-1 GBB Tourney

Lourdes Central Catholic Advances Over Pawnee City in Subdistrict D1-1 GBB Tourney

ODELL, NE - Lourdes Central Catholic nabbed a 53-35 win over Pawnee City in the opening round of the Subdistrict D1-1 Tournament on Tuesday, as heard on Otoe County Country.

Peru State College Hurler Takes Home Weekly HAAC Honor

Peru State College Hurler Takes Home Weekly HAAC Honor

OVERLAND PARK, KS - On Monday, February 17, the Heart of America Athletic Conference announced their baseball players of the week