Minneapolis - Alexis Markowski produced her 18th double-double of the season with 22 points and 12 rebounds to lead four Huskers in double figures, as Nebraska surged past Michigan State for a 73-61 win in the quarterfinals of the TIAA Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament at the Target Center on Friday…
The Nebraska softball team opened the Razorback Rumble with an impressive 13-3 six-inning victory over a strong Northern Iowa squad Friday morning at Bogle Park on the campus of the University of Arkansas. Nebraska's offense came alive with 13 runs on 14 hits, including three home runs. The three home…
Normal driving conditions are returning to the region following a fast-moving winter storm that punched through. Road closings were gradually lifted Friday afternoon into Friday evening. A start to a warming trend will end the week with Highs reaching back into the 60s by Sunday. The warming temperatures and the…
KEARNEY, NE - On Thursday, March 7, 2024 at approximately 4:30 p.m., KPD officers responded to a residence in the 4600 block of Avenue E. A 911 call was received from a female who stated her 21-year-old son had assaulted her and was threatening additional violence with access to guns…
A bill modifying Nebraska’s motorcycle helmet law advanced to select file March 5. Lawmakers last session repealed the state’s helmet requirement for riders age 21 and older who have completed a basic motorcycle safety course. Blair Sen. Ben Hansen, sponsor of LB1004, said current law requires even experienced riders to take…
In the early hours of March 8, 2024, the McCook Police Department received a report of loose cattle at the Red Willow County Fairgrounds. Officers quickly coordinated with a Red Willow County Deputy and sought assistance from the Mid Plains Community College (MPCC) Rodeo Team to corral the wandering cattle.…
The House Committee on Agriculture laid out a roadmap to relieve labor shortages that have impacted America’s farmers and ranchers. The Agriculture Labor Working Group (ALWG) released its final report on how to improve the H-2A guest worker program. It includes more than 20 recommendations to streamline the program and…
The Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles in Lexington has had an intern these past couple of months. Colton Oser is from St. Charles, Iowa and will graduate from Buena Vista College in Iowa this Spring. Oser has a love of military vehicles and their role in history, which is part…
Ranchers and cattle producers keen on staying ahead with the latest research in range livestock production from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln are invited to sign up for the 2024 Nebraska Ranch Practicum, organized by Nebraska Extension. The practicum spans eight sessions spread across three seasons, covering the entire production cycle…
Nebraska Lottery Reminds Players to Play Responsibly Lincoln, NE – March 7, 2024 – Two big jackpots are up for grabs in the next Mega Millions® and Powerball® drawings. Because of these high jackpots, the Nebraska Lottery reminds customers to play responsibly. A string of drawings without a jackpot winner…
