Dodge County Sheriff's Office identifies 32-year-old killed in an apparent drowning
Nebraska law enforcement agencies identified man killed in an apparent drowning.
Jun 7, 2026Open source
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New Nebraska women's basketball assistant won 80% of games as D3 head coach
The Nebraska women’s basketball team added a new assistant who won 79.7% of his games as a Division III head coach.
Jun 8, 2026Open source
Nebraska Chamber names Joseph Young new president, CEO
Joseph Young will become president and CEO of the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce & Industry in mid-July, succeeding interim president Matt Williams.
Jun 7, 2026Open source
Nebraska Chamber names Joseph Young new president, CEO
Joseph Young will become president and CEO of the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce & Industry in mid-July, succeeding interim president Matt Williams.
Jun 7, 2026Open source
Seed libraries take root across Nebraska
In the James-Morton Public Library in Nebraska City sits a wooden card catalog. Instead of index cards, its drawers are filled with packets of seeds, free fo...
May 30, 2026Open source
Husker volleyball unveils 2026 schedule, featuring 17 Big Ten opponents and 11 non-conference games
Nebraska volleyball released its 2026 schedule. The Huskers are set to play 28 regular-season games, which feature 17 against Big Ten opponents and 11 non-co...
May 28, 2026Open source
'Nebraska way': Husker tailgate culture during the Big Ten baseball games
Win or lose, the Nebraska fanbase stuck it out through the rain and sunshine and even had some groups tailgating through it all.
May 24, 2026Open source
Nebraska softball shuts out Grand Canyon to advance in Lincoln Regional
Nebraska softball kicked off Saturday's games at Bowlin Stadium with a win over Grand Canyon.
May 17, 2026Open source
Money vs loyalty: Nebraska softball season ticket holders shut out of regular seats for NCAA regional
Season ticket holders at the University of Nebraska softball games will not sit in their regular seats for this weekend’s regional tournament.
May 15, 2026Open source
DCSO names deputy injured, others involved in deadly South Omaha shooting
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has named the deputy injured and the others involved in the shooting death of Jaquan Marion.
May 14, 2026Open source
4 Nebraska counties vote for new sheriffs in Primary Elections
In Dakota, Stanton, and Pierce Counties, 3 new faces are taking over as Sheriff in 2027. No Democrats ran against them, so it’ll be an unopposed election i...
May 14, 2026Open source
No sighs of relief as Nebraska fights back Michigan for first Big Ten tourney win
All throughout Nebraska’s 4-2 Big Ten tournament win over Michigan, Jordy Frahm dodged trouble.
May 7, 2026Open source
WATCH: Comer says Commerce Secretary Lutnick hasn't been '100% truthful' about Epstein's island
Rep. James Comer told reporters as he entered the closed-door interview that Lutnick had in the past not been “100% truthful” about whether he had ever v...
May 6, 2026Open source
Scottsbluff boys, Gering girls soccer teams both fall in Class B district semifinal games
Skutt Catholic edged the third-seeded Bearcats 2-0 with both goals coming in the second half. The Gering girls finished with a 9-9 mark with a loss to top-se...
May 6, 2026Open source
Nebraska Lottery results: See winning numbers for Powerball, Pick 3 on May 4, 2026
Were you a lucky winner? Check your tickets for lottery draw games in Nebraska here.
May 5, 2026Open source
UNK softball sweep Fort Hays State in last games of season
The University of Nebraska Kearney recorded two wins against Fort Hays State to close the 2026 softball season Saturday afternoon at Dryden Park. The Lopers...
May 4, 2026Open source
Nebraska Lottery results: See winning numbers for Pick 3, Pick 5 on May 3, 2026
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May 4, 2026Open source
Expensive tickets for early World Cup games still on general sale
Expensive tickets for early World Cup games still on general sale
May 2, 2026Open source
Nebraska Lottery results: See winning numbers for Mega Millions, Pick 3 on May 1, 2026
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May 2, 2026Open source
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Brendan Sorsby ruling and massive football recruiting weekend | Pick Six Podcast
Gary Sharp and Sam McKewon talk Nebraska football's big recruiting weekend, the controversial Brendan Sorsby ruling and the College World Series lineup.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
New nuclear power may be coming to Nebraska. It shows promise — and has problems.
Nebraska might see a new nuclear power plant in the coming decades. Tech advancements could convince communities to support a modern nuclear plant. But that...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Dan Osborn 'not an endorser or supporter' of embattled Maine Democrat Graham Platner, campaign says
U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn speaks after receiving endorsement from the Nebraska State Education Association
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Nebraska auditor finds WIC benefits went to 10 dead people in state program review
Nebraska’s auditor found WIC benefits were paid to 10 dead people — and to state workers making more than $60,000 a year.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Butler basketball to play Nebraska in Chicago
Butler men's basketball will face Nebraska in a non-conference game on November 22.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
New Nuclear Power May Be Coming To Nebraska. It Shows Promise — And Has Problems
Nebraska Public Power District’s Cooper Nuclear Station in Brownville is the lone nuclear power plant still operating in Nebraska.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Nebraska Officials Warn Of Possible Human Trafficking At CWS
OMAHA, Neb. — With a national spotlight and economic impact set to hit Omaha this week with the start of the men’s College World Series, a lineup of Nebr...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
After Brendan Sorsby ruling, Nebraska A.D. Troy Dannen directs coaches: Don't schedule Texas Tech
In the wake of a judge granting temporary eligibility to Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby, Nebraska A.D. Troy Dannen directed his coaches not to schedule the Red...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
McKewon: The four tiers of football recruiting
Sam McKewon, Tom Shatel and Gary Sharp dive into the excitement surrounding Husker softball and baseball and wonder where Jordy Frahm ranks among Nebraska's...
Jun 8, 2026Open source
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