Kent Boughton announces cancer diagnosis, will continue forecasting

The longest-tenured TV weather forecaster in Nebraska is applying his trademark positivity to a fight against cancer.

March 20, 2026Updated: March 20, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Regional

Two Homes Evacuated in Chapman Wildfire

Two Homes Evacuated in Chapman Wildfire

21-year-old killed in Furnas County crash

21-year-old killed in Furnas County crash

St. Cecilia Student Athletes Put Pen to Paper During Signing Day Celebration

St. Cecilia Student Athletes Put Pen to Paper During Signing Day Celebration

Children’s author and illustrator shares creative journey at UNK

Children’s author and illustrator shares creative journey at UNK

Hastings School Board Announce Superintendent Transition Plan

Hastings School Board Accepts Superintendent Resignation

From UNK to DFW: Kellen Skarka oversees operations at one of world’s largest airports

From UNK to DFW: Kellen Skarka oversees operations at one of world’s largest airports

State

Middle School teacher arrested in child porn investigation

Catch these Game and Parks education events in May

UPDATE: Beatrice Middle School safe after reported bomb threat Wednesday

More details released on Beatrice fatal shooting

Fordyce greenhouse grows from small start to 26-year success

Fairbury couple investigated for child abuse; children removed from home

Sports

Mayor recognizes wrestling champion

Doane wrestler Cristelle Rodriguez captures NAIA and U.S. championships

WNCC softball team splits contests with Lamar on Sunday

Lowery, Akins lead Chadron State College to win

Colorado sports notes: Forward Logan O'Connor caps long comeback with a Game 1 goal to help Avalanche hold off Kings 2-1

WNCC softball splits conference games with Lamar

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Spring shotgun turkey season opens

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety