The remains of 11 Native Americans, including two sets that were housed at the University of Nebraska State Museum, have been buried in a Michigan cemetery.
The remains of 11 Native Americans, including two sets that were housed at the University of Nebraska State Museum, have been buried in a Michigan cemetery.
Lawmakers are planning to review why few Nebraska students who receive free and reduced-price lunches also participate in the federal funded breakfast program.
Lawmakers are planning to review why few Nebraska students who receive free and reduced-price lunches also participate in the federal funded breakfast program.
The utility that owns the troubled Fort Calhoun nuclear power plant in eastern Nebraska says it hopes to have the plant ready to operate by the end of June. But word came yesterday that Nuclear Regulatory Commission...
The utility that owns the troubled Fort Calhoun nuclear power plant in eastern Nebraska says it hopes to have the plant ready to operate by the end of June. But on Friday it was reported that federal regulators are far from...
A Nebraska woman who survived the 1979 killings of her family in New Mexico says she "went into a tailspin" upon hearing that the killer, her stepfather, will be eligible for parole later this year.
A Nebraska woman who survived the 1979 killings of her family in New Mexico says she "went into a tailspin" upon hearing that the killer, her stepfather, will be eligible for parole later this year.
A 41-year-old Scottsbluff man has been accused of throwing his 6-year-old son to a floor and striking him.
A 41-year-old Scottsbluff man has been accused of throwing his 6-year-old son to a floor and striking him.
The Nebraska Supreme Court says Omaha school officials violated a student's constitutional rights by searching his truck parked on a public street.
The Nebraska Supreme Court says Omaha school officials violated a student's constitutional rights by searching his truck parked on a public street.
Authorities say Nebraska's preliminary unemployment rate declined to 3.7 percent in April after registering 3.8 percent for four straight months.
Authorities say Nebraska's preliminary unemployment rate declined to 3.7 percent in April after registering 3.8 percent for four straight months.
Authorities say Nebraska's preliminary unemployment rate dipped to 3.7 percent in April after registering 3.8 percent for four straight months.
Authorities say Nebraska's preliminary unemployment rate dipped to 3.7 percent in April after registering 3.8 percent for four straight months.
Columbus officials have decided to employ plastic coyote decoys to keep some pesky varmints from tearing up Quail Run Golf Course.
Columbus officials have decided to employ plastic coyote decoys to keep some pesky varmints from tearing up Quail Run Golf Course.
Sentencing has been rescheduled for a Blair woman who was convicted of negligent child abuse in the drowning of a toddler at her day care facility.
Sentencing has been rescheduled for a Blair woman who was convicted of negligent child abuse in the drowning of a toddler at her day care facility.
Omaha cold case investigators have been looking for links between this week's slayings of a Creighton University professor and his wife and the 2008 slayings of an 11-year-old boy and his family housekeeper.
Omaha cold case investigators have been looking for links between this week's slayings of a Creighton University professor and his wife and the 2008 slayings of an 11-year-old boy and his family housekeeper.
The public can learn more about the progress being made at the Fort Calhoun nuclear plant on Friday.
The public can learn more about the progress being made at the Fort Calhoun nuclear plant on Friday.
June 19 is the deadline to apply for an open county court judgeship in eastern Nebraska.
June 19 is the deadline to apply for an open county court judgeship in eastern Nebraska.
The Omaha Police Department is holding another Gun Amnesty Day to collect unwanted or illegal guns and ammunition.
The Omaha Police Department is holding another Gun Amnesty Day to collect unwanted or illegal guns and ammunition.
The Sarpy County attorney has dismissed charges filed against a Bellevue police officer after his cruiser collided with two vehicles on an icy road.
The Sarpy County attorney has dismissed charges filed against a Bellevue police officer after his cruiser collided with two vehicles on an icy road.
Lawmakers are slated to vote again on a failed attempt to repeal a Nebraska city sales tax law.
Lawmakers are slated to vote again on a failed attempt to repeal a Nebraska city sales tax law.
A principal in southeast Nebraska spent part of the day on the school's roof to reward students for their good test scores.
A principal in southeast Nebraska spent part of the day on the school's roof to reward students for their good test scores.
A proposal to increase mental health services for children throughout Nebraska has won first-round approval from lawmakers.
A proposal to increase mental health services for children throughout Nebraska has won first-round approval from lawmakers.
The organizers of a concert held last summer at Lincoln's Haymarket Park are suing a Lincoln-based minor league baseball team, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and its baseball stadium for fraud and breach of...
The organizers of a concert held last summer at Lincoln's Haymarket Park are suing a Lincoln-based minor league baseball team, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and its baseball stadium for fraud and breach of contract.
Some Omaha community groups are urging OPPD to phase out coal power and invest in more renewable energy production through wind and solar power.
Some Omaha community groups are urging OPPD to phase out coal power and invest in more renewable energy production through wind and solar power.
The carcasses of hundreds of dead fish have floated to the surface and collected along the banks of Lake Hastings in Hastings.
The carcasses of hundreds of dead fish have floated to the surface and collected along the banks of Lake Hastings in Hastings.
A proposal to repeal Nebraska's motorcycle helmet law will wait until next year.
A proposal to repeal Nebraska's motorcycle helmet law will wait until next year.
A Missouri man convicted in February of killing a Nebraska woman more than 20 years ago has lost his bid for a new trial.
A Missouri man convicted in February of killing a Nebraska woman more than 20 years ago has lost his bid for a new trial.
Authorities say that just five days after 37-year-old Daniel Cano left prison after serving time for drunken driving, he was caught driving drunk again.
Authorities say that just five days after 37-year-old Daniel Cano left prison after serving time for drunken driving, he was caught driving drunk again.
A firefighter and a house occupant have been treated for injuries after a fire that gutted the house in northeast Nebraska.
A firefighter and a house occupant have been treated for injuries after a fire that gutted the house in northeast Nebraska.
Omaha authorities say a little girl who fell out a second-story window is expected to survive her injuries.
Omaha authorities say a little girl who fell out a second-story window is expected to survive her injuries.
Crowdfunding has become a popular way for anyone to invest in a business startup over the Internet, but experts say the trend is not without its perils.
Crowdfunding has become a popular way for anyone to invest in a business startup over the Internet, but experts say the trend is not without its perils.
Nebraska landowners have only a couple of weeks left to enroll in a program that pays them up to $10 an acre for keeping their wheat and mile stubble 14 inches or taller during this year's harvest.
Nebraska landowners have only a couple of weeks left to enroll in a program that pays them up to $10 an acre for keeping their wheat and mile stubble 14 inches or taller during this year's harvest.
BNSF Railway and ADM have settled a lawsuit filed over injuries suffered by a railroad conductor during a Lincoln accident in 2008.
BNSF Railway and ADM have settled a lawsuit filed over injuries suffered by a railroad conductor during a Lincoln accident in 2008.
A bill designed to help fight wildfires in rural Nebraska has advanced to a final legislative vote.
A bill designed to help fight wildfires in rural Nebraska has advanced to a final legislative vote.
A federal judge in Iowa says he'll order a new competency hearing to determine whether a former college student accused of planting bombs in rural Midwest mailboxes in 2002 is mentally fit enough to stand trial.
A federal judge in Iowa says he'll order a new competency hearing to determine whether a former college student accused of planting bombs in rural Midwest mailboxes in 2002 is mentally fit enough to stand trial.
An attorney has requested that a sheriff in southeast Nebraska be protected from questioning that could be used as evidence in an upcoming trial.
An attorney has requested that a sheriff in southeast Nebraska be protected from questioning that could be used as evidence in an upcoming trial.
Formal charges are expected to be filed Wednesday afternoon against two University of Colorado football players who allegedly knocked a man unconscious in a weekend brawl.
Formal charges are expected to be filed Wednesday afternoon against two University of Colorado football players who allegedly knocked a man unconscious in a weekend brawl.
Lawmakers have given final approval to a funding bill that divides state aid among Nebraska's large and small public schools.
Lawmakers have given final approval to a funding bill that divides state aid among Nebraska's large and small public schools.
A beef processing plant in Yankton is courting laid-off workers at the Northern Beef Packers plant in Aberdeen.
A beef processing plant in Yankton is courting laid-off workers at the Northern Beef Packers plant in Aberdeen.
Supporters of a bill to expand Medicaid are planning a rally at the Nebraska Capitol.
Supporters of a bill to expand Medicaid are planning a rally at the Nebraska Capitol.
A 29-year-old east-central Nebraska man has been ruled mentally incompetent to stand trial on allegations that he molested his 8-year-old niece.
A 29-year-old east-central Nebraska man has been ruled mentally incompetent to stand trial on allegations that he molested his 8-year-old niece.
A 47-year-old North Platte man whose dog was infested with maggots has pleaded guilty to misdemeanor animal abuse.
A 47-year-old North Platte man whose dog was infested with maggots has pleaded guilty to misdemeanor animal abuse.
Police say homicide is suspected in the deaths of a Creighton University professor and his wife at their home in west-central Omaha.
Police say homicide is suspected in the deaths of a Creighton University professor and his wife at their home in west-central Omaha.
Less than two weeks ago, it snowed in some parts of Nebraska and Iowa.
Less than two weeks ago, it snowed in some parts of Nebraska and Iowa.
Voters in Wayne County have recalled District 1 Commissioner Kelvin Wurdeman from office.
Voters in Wayne County have recalled District 1 Commissioner Kelvin Wurdeman from office.
An Omaha man has been sentenced to six years in federal prison for receiving and distributing child pornography.
An Omaha man has been sentenced to six years in federal prison for receiving and distributing child pornography.
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission says Saturday's Free Fishing and Park Entry Day is an opportunity for people to enjoy fishing or a state park area without needing a fishing or park permit.
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission says Saturday's Free Fishing and Park Entry Day is an opportunity for people to enjoy fishing or a state park area without needing a fishing or park permit.
The Powerball jackpot has ballooned to $360 million in a matter of weeks, a jump that's propelled it to be the third largest Powerball jackpot and the seventh largest jackpot in history.
The Powerball jackpot has ballooned to $360 million in a matter of weeks, a jump that's propelled it to be the third largest Powerball jackpot and the seventh largest jackpot in history.
Nebraska lawmakers have voted to expand eligibility on a grant program so that more Native American tribes might benefit.
Nebraska lawmakers have voted to expand eligibility on a grant program so that more Native American tribes might benefit.
The Nebraska Humane Society says it's receiving numerous calls about dogs being left in overheated cars.
The Nebraska Humane Society says it's receiving numerous calls about dogs being left in overheated cars.
Nebraska lawmakers have voted to override Gov. Dave Heineman's veto on a public-school retirement bill.
Nebraska lawmakers have voted to override Gov. Dave Heineman's veto on a public-school retirement bill.
Wyoming's newest uranium mine could account for a substantial portion of the state's uranium production in a couple years.
Wyoming's newest uranium mine could account for a substantial portion of the state's uranium production in a couple years.
The Powerball jackpot is climbing again, and fast.
The Powerball jackpot is climbing again, and fast.
Authorities say a 40-year-old man has been killed in a collision between his pickup and a locomotive.
Authorities say a 40-year-old man has been killed in a collision between his pickup and a locomotive.
Police have been poring over a west Omaha home where two people were found dead.
Police have been poring over a west Omaha home where two people were found dead.
Authorities say a 30-year-old central Nebraskan has been fatally injured in a collision between his motorcycle and a farm vehicle.
Authorities say a 30-year-old central Nebraskan has been fatally injured in a collision between his motorcycle and a farm vehicle.
A proposal to abolish the death penalty in Nebraska is dead for the year.
A proposal to abolish the death penalty in Nebraska is dead for the year.
Polls have opened in Wayne County so voters can decide whether to recall District 1 Commissioner Kelvin Wurdeman from office.
Polls have opened in Wayne County so voters can decide whether to recall District 1 Commissioner Kelvin Wurdeman from office.
Nebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning has been fined $19,000 by the Federal Election Commission for violating campaign finance laws during his run for U.S. Senate last year.
Nebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning has been fined $19,000 by the Federal Election Commission for violating campaign finance laws during his run for U.S. Senate last year.
Officials will provide an update on the plan for managing the Missouri River's reservoirs on Tuesday afternoon.
Officials will provide an update on the plan for managing the Missouri River's reservoirs on Tuesday afternoon.
The polls have opened in Omaha so voters can render their decisions on who should be mayor.
The polls have opened in Omaha so voters can render their decisions on who should be mayor.
Lincoln has all its ducks in a row if the city declares there's a drought emergency.
Lincoln has all its ducks in a row if the city declares there's a drought emergency.
A 19-year-old Grand Island man has been given federal prison time for helping a friend get away from police.
A 19-year-old Grand Island man has been given federal prison time for helping a friend get away from police.
Nebraska farmers are working hard to plant their corn crop, but this spring's wet weather has slowed their work.
Nebraska farmers are working hard to plant their corn crop, but this spring's wet weather has slowed their work.
A Nebraska man has been given jail time for allowing his son to stay at his home after escaping from a minimum-security prison in South Dakota.
A Nebraska man has been given jail time for allowing his son to stay at his home after escaping from a minimum-security prison in South Dakota.
A Douglas County Sheriff's deputy has been fired, and prosecutors are evaluating whether criminal charges are appropriate.
A Douglas County Sheriff's deputy has been fired, and prosecutors are evaluating whether criminal charges are appropriate.
A "test vote" in the Legislature suggests that a majority of Nebraska lawmakers want to abolish the death penalty, but there may not be enough support to overcome a filibuster.
A "test vote" in the Legislature suggests that a majority of Nebraska lawmakers want to abolish the death penalty, but there may not be enough support to overcome a filibuster.
Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman has vetoed a teacher retirement bill, arguing that a proposed increase in the state's contribution is unsustainable.
Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman has vetoed a teacher retirement bill, arguing that a proposed increase in the state's contribution is unsustainable.
A Seward man has stepped forward to claim his $2 million Powerball Power Play prize.
A Seward man has stepped forward to claim his $2 million Powerball Power Play prize.
The athletic director at the University of Nebraska at Kearney is stepping down after 11 years because of concerns about his health.
The athletic director at the University of Nebraska at Kearney is stepping down after 11 years because of concerns about his health.
Challenger Jean Stothert (STAH'-thurt) and incumbent Mayor Jim Suttle (SUH'-tuhl) may be making last-minute campaign stops and calls before Tuesday's voting in the Omaha city election.
Challenger Jean Stothert (STAH'-thurt) and incumbent Mayor Jim Suttle (SUH'-tuhl) may be making last-minute campaign stops and calls before Tuesday's voting in the Omaha city election.
A southeast Nebraska man and his former wife have been accused of looting his mother's accounts.
A southeast Nebraska man and his former wife have been accused of looting his mother's accounts.
The remains of Native Americans that were housed at the University of Nebraska State Museum are expected to be buried at a cemetery in mid-Michigan.
The remains of Native Americans that were housed at the University of Nebraska State Museum are expected to be buried at a cemetery in mid-Michigan.
Federal grant money is available to nonprofits to transport elderly and disabled residents in Nebraska.
Federal grant money is available to nonprofits to transport elderly and disabled residents in Nebraska.
Colorful Creature Day at the Nebraska State Museum of Natural History will celebrate the fun, furry side of science.
Colorful Creature Day at the Nebraska State Museum of Natural History will celebrate the fun, furry side of science.
A 21-year-old Nebraska woman and her 18-year-old brother are both facing charges after a family dispute where the woman cut her brother with a knife.
A 21-year-old Nebraska woman and her 18-year-old brother are both facing charges after a family dispute where the woman cut her brother with a knife.
A 15-year-old Nebraska girl who was critically injured in a car accident last week has died.
A 15-year-old Nebraska girl who was critically injured in a car accident last week has died.
Work is slated to begin on a stretch of road north of Pawnee City, in southeast Nebraska.
Work is slated to begin on a stretch of road north of Pawnee City, in southeast Nebraska.
Nebraska officials are sponsoring a behavioral health conference in Lincoln.
Nebraska officials are sponsoring a behavioral health conference in Lincoln.
Birders are invited to attend Northeast District Birding Day at Ponca State Park.
Birders are invited to attend Northeast District Birding Day at Ponca State Park.
An effort to repeal Nebraska's motorcycle-helmet law will get another ride in the Legislature.
An effort to repeal Nebraska's motorcycle-helmet law will get another ride in the Legislature.
The Omaha Police Department has revised its policy regarding the public's use of cameras in the wake of an investigation into recent excessive force allegations that saw four officers fired.
The Omaha Police Department has revised its policy regarding the public's use of cameras in the wake of an investigation into recent excessive force allegations that saw four officers fired.
A 48-year-old Naponee man has been convicted of child abuse resulting in death for the killing last year of his 2-year-old grandson.
A 48-year-old Naponee man has been convicted of child abuse resulting in death for the killing last year of his 2-year-old grandson.
The Nebraska State Patrol says troopers shot and killed a man who had led them on a high speed chase through three southeast Nebraska counties and fired multiple shots at troopers.
The Nebraska State Patrol says troopers shot and killed a man who had led them on a high speed chase through three southeast Nebraska counties and fired multiple shots at troopers.
Those wanting to evaluate and plan a farming business can get training and support this month from a University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension program.
Those wanting to evaluate and plan a farming business can get training and support this month from a University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension program.
The Scotts Bluff County assessor is considering using an aerial imagery program to check properties for changes and improvements.
The Scotts Bluff County assessor is considering using an aerial imagery program to check properties for changes and improvements.
A former railroad worker says the money he was awarded for injuries received on the job should not be subject to a federal railroad retirement tax, but the U.S. Justice Department disagrees.
A former railroad worker says the money he was awarded for injuries received on the job should not be subject to a federal railroad retirement tax, but the U.S. Justice Department disagrees.
High school teams from Elkhorn and Wayne have won scholarships with their electric car designs.
High school teams from Elkhorn and Wayne have won scholarships with their electric car designs.
State wildlife officials are asking the public to share the sandy shores of Lake McConaughy in western Nebraska with endangered birds.
State wildlife officials are asking the public to share the sandy shores of Lake McConaughy in western Nebraska with endangered birds.
Nebraska authorities have accused a man of being inattentive while his 3-year-old stepson nearly drowned.
Nebraska authorities have accused a man of being inattentive while his 3-year-old stepson nearly drowned.
A 51-year-old southeast Nebraska man has been sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for failing to register as a sex offender.
A 51-year-old southeast Nebraska man has been sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for failing to register as a sex offender.
Federal authorities will keep a control tower in Grand Island open through the end of September thanks to action by Congress.
Federal authorities will keep a control tower in Grand Island open through the end of September thanks to action by Congress.
Federal authorities are offering new reward money for information leading to an additional arrest in the 2011 theft of explosives in southeast Nebraska.
Federal authorities are offering new reward money for information leading to an additional arrest in the 2011 theft of explosives in southeast Nebraska.
A man who spent nearly 14 years in a Nebraska prison for a murder he did not commit is on pace to receive $500,000 from the state.
A man who spent nearly 14 years in a Nebraska prison for a murder he did not commit is on pace to receive $500,000 from the state.
The wet start to the corn planting season may reduce the amount each acre produces this year, but farmers are planting so much corn they're still likely to bring in a record crop.
The wet start to the corn planting season may reduce the amount each acre produces this year, but farmers are planting so much corn they're still likely to bring in a record crop.
Prosecutors have dropped a misdemeanor charge that had been filed against a man involved in an Omaha excessive force case.
Prosecutors have dropped a misdemeanor charge that had been filed against a man involved in an Omaha excessive force case.
Nebraska lawmakers have advanced a new, $7.8 billion state budget for the next two fiscal years.
Nebraska lawmakers have advanced a new, $7.8 billion state budget for the next two fiscal years.
Lawmakers have pulled funding to buy an airplane from the University of Nebraska Foundation, choosing instead to study whether better options are available.
Lawmakers have pulled funding to buy an airplane from the University of Nebraska Foundation, choosing instead to study whether better options are available.
The Nebraska Supreme Court has ordered a new drug trial for a Grand Island man, saying prosecutors failed to prove the accuracy of a state lab scale.
The Nebraska Supreme Court has ordered a new drug trial for a Grand Island man, saying prosecutors failed to prove the accuracy of a state lab scale.
A 48-year-old woman has been held in contempt for refusing to testify against her husband, who's accused of killing their 2-year-old grandson.
A 48-year-old woman has been held in contempt for refusing to testify against her husband, who's accused of killing their 2-year-old grandson.
A 26-year-old Vermont man caught hauling more than 100 pounds of marijuana has been given Nebraska prison time.
A 26-year-old Vermont man caught hauling more than 100 pounds of marijuana has been given Nebraska prison time.
Someone who bought a Powerball ticket at a Seward store can claim his or her $2 million prize.
Someone who bought a Powerball ticket at a Seward store can claim his or her $2 million prize.
Authorities say a man born in Kuwait has been convicted of marriage fraud in Nebraska.
Authorities say a man born in Kuwait has been convicted of marriage fraud in Nebraska.
Authorities say a 52-year-old woman who was pointing a flare gun has been shot by an Omaha officer.
Authorities say a 52-year-old woman who was pointing a flare gun has been shot by an Omaha officer.
A new grain-loading facility will be built near Superior to help Nebraska farmers get their crops to market quickly.
A new grain-loading facility will be built near Superior to help Nebraska farmers get their crops to market quickly.
The Omaha-based Better Business Bureau is warning people about suspicious phone calls regarding medical alert devices.
The Omaha-based Better Business Bureau is warning people about suspicious phone calls regarding medical alert devices.
As thousands of American soldiers return to the civilian workforce after service in Iraq or Afghanistan, many are finding jobs on the nation's rail lines.
As thousands of American soldiers return to the civilian workforce after service in Iraq or Afghanistan, many are finding jobs on the nation's rail lines.
Lawmakers are debating whether to buy a $2.2 million state airplane from the University of Nebraska Foundation.
Lawmakers are debating whether to buy a $2.2 million state airplane from the University of Nebraska Foundation.
Lawmakers have given first-round approval to a bill that makes up most of Nebraska's state budget.
Lawmakers have given first-round approval to a bill that makes up most of Nebraska's state budget.
A new online course featuring investor Warren Buffett and baseball great Cal Ripken Jr. as speakers will teach the art of philanthropy by letting students give.
A new online course featuring investor Warren Buffett and baseball great Cal Ripken Jr. as speakers will teach the art of philanthropy by letting students give.
The Nebraska Supreme Court will hear arguments in the appeal of an Omaha man given life in prison for the gang-related shooting death of a 20-year-old man.
The Nebraska Supreme Court will hear arguments in the appeal of an Omaha man given life in prison for the gang-related shooting death of a 20-year-old man.
Nebraska officials have agreed to stop releasing water into Kansas, now that the states have reached a tentative agreement on Kansas' future access to water from the Republican River.
Nebraska officials have agreed to stop releasing water into Kansas, now that the states have reached a tentative agreement on Kansas' future access to water from the Republican River.
Nebraska Sen. Charlie Janssen's gubernatorial campaign is gathering signatures to rally support for a guns bill that has stalled in the Legislature.
Nebraska Sen. Charlie Janssen's gubernatorial campaign is gathering signatures to rally support for a guns bill that has stalled in the Legislature.
A preliminary federal report says a small plane hit and severed a power line before crashing in northeast Nebraska, killing two people aboard.
A preliminary federal report says a small plane hit and severed a power line before crashing in northeast Nebraska, killing two people aboard.
Lawmakers have rejected an attempt to add $7.5 million in yearly funding to Nebraska's property tax credit program.
Lawmakers have rejected an attempt to add $7.5 million in yearly funding to Nebraska's property tax credit program.
Authorities have been searching for a man or men who tried to abduct girls in western Iowa and eastern Nebraska.
Authorities have been searching for a man or men who tried to abduct girls in western Iowa and eastern Nebraska.
Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman has signed a bill that ends mandatory life sentences for juveniles who commit first-degree murder.
Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman has signed a bill that ends mandatory life sentences for juveniles who commit first-degree murder.
A Union Pacific Railroad coal train has collided with another train carrying cargo containers in central Iowa derailing 20 cars and shutting down a section of the company's mainline track.
A Union Pacific Railroad coal train has collided with another train carrying cargo containers in central Iowa derailing 20 cars and shutting down a section of the company's mainline track.
A 27-year-old Nebraska woman has been given five years of probation following her conviction for having sex with her 15-year-old stepson.
A 27-year-old Nebraska woman has been given five years of probation following her conviction for having sex with her 15-year-old stepson.
A 28-year-old York man has been given three years of probation for using a stolen gas credit card.
A 28-year-old York man has been given three years of probation for using a stolen gas credit card.
Despite wet weather in April, the amount of water flowing into the Missouri River remains below normal because of slow runoff and the ongoing drought.
Despite wet weather in April, the amount of water flowing into the Missouri River remains below normal because of slow runoff and the ongoing drought.
The Omaha Police Department is conducting training this week for newly appointed gang unit officers.
The Omaha Police Department is conducting training this week for newly appointed gang unit officers.
Organizers say the 2013 Nebraska Law Enforcement Memorial Day ceremony will be held at the Nebraska Law Enforcement Memorial in Grand Island.
Organizers say the 2013 Nebraska Law Enforcement Memorial Day ceremony will be held at the Nebraska Law Enforcement Memorial in Grand Island.
An Iowa man who illegally made and sold fireworks and explosive devices has been sentenced to 46 months in prison.
An Iowa man who illegally made and sold fireworks and explosive devices has been sentenced to 46 months in prison.
Many Republican leaders are pushing their party to accept a more welcoming U.S. immigration policy, arguing that it will make the GOP more appealing to Hispanic voters whose numbers are growing rapidly.
Many Republican leaders are pushing their party to accept a more welcoming U.S. immigration policy, arguing that it will make the GOP more appealing to Hispanic voters whose numbers are growing rapidly.
A company has announced plans for a $12 million project in downtown Grand Island that would turn several historic buildings into a full-service luxury hotel.
A company has announced plans for a $12 million project in downtown Grand Island that would turn several historic buildings into a full-service luxury hotel.
Lawmakers are inching toward a key vote on Nebraska's main two-year budget bill.
Lawmakers are inching toward a key vote on Nebraska's main two-year budget bill.
A fire in a meat processing plant known for its "Wahoo Wiener" kept firefighters busy for hours and sent a huge plume of smoke over Wahoo.
A fire in a meat processing plant known for its "Wahoo Wiener" kept firefighters busy for hours and sent a huge plume of smoke over Wahoo.
An eastern Nebraska woman has been sentenced to a year in federal prison for Social Security fraud.
An eastern Nebraska woman has been sentenced to a year in federal prison for Social Security fraud.
The Wyoming State Engineer's Office expects more calls on water rights in the North Platte River drainage in the months ahead despite recent heavy snowfall in the river headwaters.
The Wyoming State Engineer's Office expects more calls on water rights in the North Platte River drainage in the months ahead despite recent heavy snowfall in the river headwaters.
Gov. Dave Heineman has honored 15 Nebraska high school seniors who garnered perfect scores on the ACT or SAT college admissions exams.
Gov. Dave Heineman has honored 15 Nebraska high school seniors who garnered perfect scores on the ACT or SAT college admissions exams.
Five cities in Iowa and one in Nebraska have received federal grants to help clean up contaminated former industrial sites.
Five cities in Iowa and one in Nebraska have received federal grants to help clean up contaminated former industrial sites.
A federal judge has significantly narrowed the scope of a lawsuit filed by two black men seeking millions of dollars from Council Bluffs and two police officers after being wrongly convicted for the 1977 murder of a...
A federal judge has significantly narrowed the scope of a lawsuit filed by two black men seeking millions of dollars from Council Bluffs and two police officers after being wrongly convicted for the 1977 murder of a retired...
Billionaire Warren Buffett will again auction off a private lunch to hopefully raise millions for a California homeless charity.
Billionaire Warren Buffett will again auction off a private lunch to hopefully raise millions for a California homeless charity.
Nebraska authorities say a 15-year-old passenger has died in a rollover accident on Interstate 80 after the vehicle she was in swerved to avoid a turkey carcass.
Nebraska authorities say a 15-year-old passenger has died in a rollover accident on Interstate 80 after the vehicle she was in swerved to avoid a turkey carcass.
Sen. Ernie Chambers has argued for months that lawmakers don't need a law to study Nebraska's tax climate, and he's presenting an alternative.
Sen. Ernie Chambers has argued for months that lawmakers don't need a law to study Nebraska's tax climate, and he's presenting an alternative.
Former Lt. Gov. Rick Sheehy has reimbursed the state $500 for thousands of calls to four women on his state-issued cellphone.
Former Lt. Gov. Rick Sheehy has reimbursed the state $500 for thousands of calls to four women on his state-issued cellphone.
A 7-year-old Nebraska boy is recovering after being attacked by a neighbor's two Rottweiler dogs.
A 7-year-old Nebraska boy is recovering after being attacked by a neighbor's two Rottweiler dogs.
A 51-year-old man has been arrested, accused of fatally stabbing another Omaha man.
A 51-year-old man has been arrested, accused of fatally stabbing another Omaha man.
A 44-year-old Creston man has been given 30 to 36 months in prison for physically abusing two of his girlfriend's children.
A 44-year-old Creston man has been given 30 to 36 months in prison for physically abusing two of his girlfriend's children.
A June sentencing date has been set for a businessman convicted of embezzling money that was supposed to go to employees' pension funds and insurance premiums.
A June sentencing date has been set for a businessman convicted of embezzling money that was supposed to go to employees' pension funds and insurance premiums.
Work has begun on a street in Beatrice as part of an effort to revitalize the city's downtown.
Work has begun on a street in Beatrice as part of an effort to revitalize the city's downtown.
Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman has signed a new law aimed at presidential write-in and petition candidates.
Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman has signed a new law aimed at presidential write-in and petition candidates.
Lawmakers have started to debate a series of bills that will make up Nebraska's next state budget.
Lawmakers have started to debate a series of bills that will make up Nebraska's next state budget.
The new $370 million Fred and Pamela Buffett Cancer Center being built in Omaha will have two buildings named in honor of the other major donors to the project.
The new $370 million Fred and Pamela Buffett Cancer Center being built in Omaha will have two buildings named in honor of the other major donors to the project.
Jury trial has been set in the case of a man who accuses Creighton University in a lawsuit of discriminating against him because he is deaf.
Jury trial has been set in the case of a man who accuses Creighton University in a lawsuit of discriminating against him because he is deaf.
Nebraska lawmakers who support an Omaha charter-schools bill launched a debate on a measure that was killed in committee this year.
Nebraska lawmakers who support an Omaha charter-schools bill launched a debate on a measure that was killed in committee this year.
Investor Warren Buffett is going to offer online career advice during a video chat Tuesday.
Investor Warren Buffett is going to offer online career advice during a video chat Tuesday.
A Nebraska state lawmaker who suffered a mild heart attack has returned to the Legislature.
A Nebraska state lawmaker who suffered a mild heart attack has returned to the Legislature.
Two girls who were injured in a collision between a school bus and semitrailer in northeast Nebraska are reported to be in serious condition.
Two girls who were injured in a collision between a school bus and semitrailer in northeast Nebraska are reported to be in serious condition.
An Iowa man has been sentenced in a Nebraska federal courtroom to 18 months in prison for having stolen explosives.
An Iowa man has been sentenced in a Nebraska federal courtroom to 18 months in prison for having stolen explosives.
Two former Omaha teachers could lose their state certificates for trying to hide how a student with a peanut allergy tasted a peanut butter sandwich.
Two former Omaha teachers could lose their state certificates for trying to hide how a student with a peanut allergy tasted a peanut butter sandwich.
Omaha police are looking for suspects in the stabbing death of a 20-year-old man.
Omaha police are looking for suspects in the stabbing death of a 20-year-old man.
This spring's cold, wet weather has delayed planting in Nebraska because many fields are soggy after last week's snow and rain.
This spring's cold, wet weather has delayed planting in Nebraska because many fields are soggy after last week's snow and rain.
The Scottsbluff City Council has approved the hiring of a police chief and has shelved plans for consolidating police operations.
The Scottsbluff City Council has approved the hiring of a police chief and has shelved plans for consolidating police operations.
A 23-year-old man has been given 30 months of probation for shaking a baby in south-central Nebraska.
A 23-year-old man has been given 30 months of probation for shaking a baby in south-central Nebraska.
The Lincoln City Council has voted to ban outdoor donation huts that primarily benefit for-profit companies rather than the charities they've contracted with.
The Lincoln City Council has voted to ban outdoor donation huts that primarily benefit for-profit companies rather than the charities they've contracted with.
An August trial has been scheduled for a 26-year-old man charged with child abuse in the death of a 2-year-old Gering girl.
An August trial has been scheduled for a 26-year-old man charged with child abuse in the death of a 2-year-old Gering girl.
Nebraska officials are warning about an unauthorized website that might be intended to collect confidential information.
Nebraska officials are warning about an unauthorized website that might be intended to collect confidential information.
A Nebraska woman who made a video in which she gleefully described robbing a bank has pleaded guilty to the crime.
A Nebraska woman who made a video in which she gleefully described robbing a bank has pleaded guilty to the crime.
Years of work has paid off for some happy dogs in Columbus.
Years of work has paid off for some happy dogs in Columbus.
Two fired police officers are facing charges in the wake of a controversial arrest in north Omaha.
Two fired police officers are facing charges in the wake of a controversial arrest in north Omaha.
TD Ameritrade says the market became more volatile in April, but it investors continued to be active.
TD Ameritrade says the market became more volatile in April, but it investors continued to be active.
About $900,000 in federal funding has been released so the Central Nebraska Regional Airport in Grand Island can begin design work on its new terminal.
About $900,000 in federal funding has been released so the Central Nebraska Regional Airport in Grand Island can begin design work on its new terminal.
Authorities say 13 students were injured when a school bus collided with a semitrailer at a foggy intersection in northeast Nebraska.
Authorities say 13 students were injured when a school bus collided with a semitrailer at a foggy intersection in northeast Nebraska.
Authorities have released the name of a 25-year-old Omaha homicide victim.
Authorities have released the name of a 25-year-old Omaha homicide victim.
A high-speed car chase ended at Offutt Air Force Base south of Omaha.
A high-speed car chase ended at Offutt Air Force Base south of Omaha.
Billionaire Warren Buffett says he doesn't like owning bonds right now, and he doesn't think average investors should either.
Billionaire Warren Buffett says he doesn't like owning bonds right now, and he doesn't think average investors should either.
Billionaire Warren Buffett will conduct several television interviews Monday morning to follow up on another successful weekend of Berkshire Hathaway shareholder events.
Billionaire Warren Buffett will conduct several television interviews Monday morning to follow up on another successful weekend of Berkshire Hathaway shareholder events.
Those interested in the outdoors and science have the opportunity to become master naturalists under a program offered through the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Those interested in the outdoors and science have the opportunity to become master naturalists under a program offered through the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
The husband of Nebraska's only female former governor, Bill Orr, has died at the age of 78.
The husband of Nebraska's only female former governor, Bill Orr, has died at the age of 78.
Omaha police are investigating the shooting death of a man, but few details are being released.
Omaha police are investigating the shooting death of a man, but few details are being released.
Technophobic investor Warren Buffett now has a Twitter account, but his followers probably shouldn't expect much activity.
Technophobic investor Warren Buffett now has a Twitter account, but his followers probably shouldn't expect much activity.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln will lead a research collaboration involving six universities and an industry consortium to develop a new generation of electronic devices.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln will lead a research collaboration involving six universities and an industry consortium to develop a new generation of electronic devices.
It's been nearly three months since U.S. Sen. Mike Johanns announced he wouldn't seek a second term in 2014, and still, not one of his fellow Nebraska Republicans has stepped up to replace him.
It's been nearly three months since U.S. Sen. Mike Johanns announced he wouldn't seek a second term in 2014, and still, not one of his fellow Nebraska Republicans has stepped up to replace him.
Billionaire Warren Buffett hopes to sell more than $2 million worth of jewelry to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders when he returns to the sales floor at Borsheim's on Sunday afternoon.
Billionaire Warren Buffett hopes to sell more than $2 million worth of jewelry to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders when he returns to the sales floor at Borsheim's on Sunday afternoon.
A fight for Nebraska school-aid dollars was driven by large districts that have dwindling options to generate local revenue and small districts that pay more per-student for transportation and teachers.
A fight for Nebraska school-aid dollars was driven by large districts that have dwindling options to generate local revenue and small districts that pay more per-student for transportation and teachers.
High school students with an interest in law, government, or public speaking are invited to register for Nebraska's 2013 Unicameral Youth Legislature.
High school students with an interest in law, government, or public speaking are invited to register for Nebraska's 2013 Unicameral Youth Legislature.
