Man reaches plea agreement to avoid death penalty in 2023 Fort Calhoun killing

William Collins, 33, sentenced to life in prison in death of Linda Childers, 71

September 23, 2026Updated: September 23, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Man reaches plea agreement to avoid death penalty in 2023 Fort Calhoun killing

William Collins, 33.(Washington County Sheriff's Office)

Regional

Child care leaders gather in Kearney for statewide conference

Child care leaders gather in Kearney for statewide conference

Hastings City Council Approves 2026-2027 Budget

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Juniata teen sentenced to six months in jail in deadly Hastings crash case

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CCC Unveils Multi-Million Dollar Automotive Facility

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Cambridge Court assisted living closure forces nearly 40 Kearney seniors to relocate

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State

Child care leaders gather in Kearney for statewide conference

Nebraska minimum wage will increase next year by 29 cents less than voters called for

‘Give Like Dolly’ Helps Put Books in Hands of Nebraska Kids

Gov. Pillen declares state of emergency for Crofton after powerful storm

Damaged fiber line causes phone service issues for City of Norfolk

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Sports

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Blackshirts looking to force more turnovers in Big Ten play

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Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

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