KNEB.tv News: March 23, 2023

KNEB.tv News: March 23, 2023

Today on KNEB.tv News: A Torrington man charged for allegedly pulling a gun during a road rage incident; NSP Trooper on a motorist assist finds Scottsbluff man with hidden firearm and sizeable amount of meth; U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts highlights Nebraska agriculture. Catch those stories and a whole lot more,…
Nebraska Trans Health Bill Advances Despite Filibuster Vow

Nebraska Trans Health Bill Advances Despite Filibuster Vow

The Nebraska Legislature voted Thursday to advance a contentious bill that would ban gender-affirming care for minors, despite threats from two lawmakers that they would filibuster the rest of the session. Introduced by Republican Sen. Kathleen Kauth, a freshman lawmaker, the bill would outlaw gender-affirming therapies such as hormone treatments,…
Charges Dismissed in Scottsbluff Solicitation Case

Charges Dismissed in Scottsbluff Solicitation Case

Charges have been dismissed without prejudice against a 76-year-old Scottsbluff man who was arrested in the fall on charges of 3rd degree sexual assault and solicitation of prostitution. The victim in the case said that Archie Steinhour lured her to his home on two occassions, both resulting in him wanting…
Scottsbluff Man Facing Meth and Weapons Charges in Kimball County

Scottsbluff Man Facing Meth and Weapons Charges in Kimball County

A Scottsbluff man who was caught with a sizeable amount of suspected meth and a handgun in Kimball County has had his case bound over to District Court. Last month, 38-year-old William Zitterkopf II pulled over while driving on Highway 30. A trooper arrived on scene for a motorist assist,…
February Traffic Fatality Toll

February Traffic Fatality Toll

During the month of February 2023, fifteen people were killed in traffic crashes on Nebraska roadways, according to data collected by the Nebraska Department of Transportation. These 15 fatalities occurred in 14 fatal crashes.  Nine of the fifteen vehicle occupants killed were not using seatbelts, three were using seatbelts, and three had seatbelt usage…
KNEB.tv News: March 22, 2023

KNEB.tv News: March 22, 2023

Today on KNEB.tv News: Plans in the works to bring shipping container homes to Gering; Scottsbluff approves $200,000 for NDED Regional Workforce Housing Grant; Gov. Pillen proclaims Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in Nebraska. Catch those stories and a whole lot more, right now on KNEB.tv News: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EeeFc-BJnIE
Road Work to Begin on I-80 Near Sidney

Road Work to Begin on I-80 Near Sidney

Weather permitting, work will begin tomorrow on a seven mile stretch of I-80 near Sidney. The Nebraska Department of Transportation says crews will be doing joint sealing and new lane marking. Traffic will be maintained with lane closures, signs, arrow boards, and cones. Anticipated completion is mid-May, and drivers are…
Pillen Proclaims Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in Nebraska

Pillen Proclaims Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in Nebraska

On Tuesday morning, Governor Jim Pillen held a proclamation ceremony at the Nebraska Capitol building to declare it Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. The purpose of this awareness month is to educate and encourage Nebraskans to provide individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities the encouragement and opportunities they need to lead…