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Bomb threat at Grand Island Casino investigated

The Grand Island Police Department determined it was a swatting call they received around 2:15 p.m.

Friday evening blaze along Highway 30 near North Platte forces traffic to be diverted

Grand Island’s new summer collegiate baseball team named "The Fightin’ Cranes"

Former Franklin Public Schools football coach sentenced to 16 - 20 years in prison for sexual assault of a minor student

A former Franklin Public Schools football coach will spend years in prison after sentencing in a sexual abuse case involving a student.

Kearney High girls wrestling making an impact in third year

Despite only starting to offer the sport in 2023-24 school year, the Bearcats have 42 girls out and the team is currently ranked third in Class A.

New Lexington food pantry to open as Tyson plant closure approaches

As the Tyson beef plant prepares to close in Lexington, local nonprofits are opening a new food pantry to help families facing uncertainty.

New childcare center coming to Holdrege as community partners help expand access

Kiddie Cove Family Childcare Center will open at the Phelps County Ag Center following renovations and a building-wide safety upgrade funded by local grants and county support.

Warmest December on record for Central Nebraska

Grand Island and Hastings' airports average temperature numbers are in for December, proving some shocking records.

Nebraska Girls Basketball Showcase returns to Kearney High with eight marquee matchups

One of Nebraska’s premier high school girls basketball events returns to Kearney this weekend.

New Nebraska laws kick in for 2026

A new year brings new rules for workers, families and businesses across Nebraska.

Nebraska State Patrol arrests teen after high-speed I-80 pursuit near Sutherland

An 18-year-old from Colorado was arrested after a high-speed pursuit on I-80 in western Nebraska that reached 140 mph and ended near Sutherland, according to the Nebraska State Patrol.

Families ring in the "Noon" Year early at the Kearney Public Library

Families rang in the new year early Tuesday at the Kearney Public Library with music, dancing and kid-friendly fun.

Three injured in overnight shooting in Grand Island

Three people are suffering from gunshot wounds following an overnight shooting in Grand Island.

New Year's Day weather historically ranges widely, mild temps expected in 2026

New Year’s day kicks off the coldest month of the year, yet the thermometer has told a different story each year.

KPD promotes two officers to the rank of sergeant

The Kearney Police Department has promoted two officers to the rank of sergeant.

Sen. McKeon defends character during Tuesday press conference in Cairo

A Nebraska state senator under pressure to resign called the effort a political game while defending himself at a press event Tuesday in Central Nebraska.

Grand Island Senior High announces Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026

School officials announcing the 2026 class of inductees into the GISH Athletic Hall of Fame Tuesday.

Grand Island Public Library expands Saturday hours starting Jan. 10

The Grand Island Public Library will soon give readers more time on the weekends.

Heinrich Haarberg prepares for final Husker game, NFL pursuit

A familiar name from Central Nebraska is preparing to close the book on his college football career.