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Man dies in ‘freak accident’ in McDonald’s drive thru in Grand Island

HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - A Grand Island man has died in what police are calling a “freak accident” in a McDonald’s drive-thru Tuesday morning. Police and firefighters were called just before 10:30 a.m. to the McDonalds on 2nd Street, wher

One arrested after pursuit with stolen U-Haul

NORAD continues decades-long tradition of tracking Santa's trip around the world

Kimball officer, deputy graduate from Nebraska Police Academy

The Kimball Police Department and Sheriff’s Office each have a newly certified officer following the Nebraska Police Academy graduation last week.

Two injured in vehicle-pedestrian crash in Sterling parking lot

Sterling police are investigating a parking lot crash that left two people injured after a driver struck coworkers Tuesday morning.

Former Nebraska US Sen. Ben Sasse reveals advanced pancreatic cancer diagnosis

Former Nebraska U.S. Senator Ben Sasse has announced his diagnosis of advanced pancreatic cancer.

Preliminary Hearing date set for Lodgepole man

SIDNEY -- Raymond A Borges, 55, of Lodgepole, is scheduled for his Preliminary Hearing 8:45 a.m. December 30 in Cheyenne County Court. He is facing charges of Second Degree Assault (Class 2A Felony), Terroristic Threats (Class 3A Felony) and False Impriso

Northeast Nebraska woman embraces childhood roots in giving back to the community

The holiday time is all about the season of giving and for one northeast Nebraska woman that means a lot more than presents.

Sidney man scheduled for December 29 Preliminary Hearing

The Preliminary Trial for Sterling Crockett is scheduled for December 29 in Cheyenne County Court. He is facing charges of False Imprisonment, Terroristic Threats, and Assault.

AG Hilgers announces successful resolution in OPPD lawsuit

Attorney General Mike Hilgers filed a notice of Voluntary Dismissal of his lawsuit against Omaha Public Power District (OPPD). Public power providers are supposed to prioritize affordability and reliability. OPPD's past proposal furthered neither.

Record high temperatures shatter decades-old marks across Panhandle, southeast Wyoming

Unseasonable warmth set multiple record highs Monday across western Nebraska and southeast Wyoming, with near-70-degree temperatures continuing into Christmas.

An American Dream at risk: What happens to a small Nebraska town when 3,200 workers lose their jobs

Tyson Foods is closing its beef plant in Lexington, Nebraska, laying off 3,200 workers next month in a town of just 11,000.

St. Johns Lutheran Church and Good Neighbors unite to spread Christmas cheer

St. Johns Lutheran Church and Good Neighbors in Norfolk partnered to provide holiday meals and gifts to 155 families, showcasing the community's spirit of giving and support

Columbus area vertical voices harmonize support for local non-profits

Columbus Area Vertical Voices blend musical talent with community support, raising funds for local non-profits like Youth and Families for Christ and the Columbus Rescue Mission

Teen injured in collision involving tractor and SUV

A teenager is in the hospital after an accident involving a tractor and an SUV.

Kimball County Manor hosts first holiday pajama party

The Kimball County Manor staff brought the holiday spirit to the residents Monday by throwing a pajama party.

Sidney police, fire and EMS conduct active shooter training at high school

Sidney police, fire and EMS held a large-scale active shooter training exercise Sunday at Sidney High School while students were on winter break.

Cabela’s headquarters back in local hands and an Economic Development Corporation is on the way in Sidney

Sidney may soon have its own Economic Development Corporation, a nonprofit model used across rural Nebraska to support small businesses and workforce development.

Longtime Scotts Bluff Cuunty dispatcher Nancy Neal retires after more than 36 years of service

After more than three decades behind the headset, longtime dispatcher Nancy Neal is retiring from the Scotts Bluff County Communications Center.