Jay Rockefeller, former West Virginia governor and US senator who was last member of a political dynasty, dies at 89

Jay Rockefeller, former West Virginia governor and US senator who was last member of a political dynasty, dies at 89

November 6, 2026Updated: November 6, 2026

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Regional

$7.46 million federal grant to expand I-80 truck parking in Dawson County

$7.46 million federal grant to expand I-80 truck parking in Dawson County

Free community Thanksgiving dinner returns to Kearney for 41st year

Free community Thanksgiving dinner returns to Kearney for 41st year

Date Set for Hastings Celebration of Lights

Date Set for Hastings Celebration of Lights

98.9 The Vibe celebrates top ratings with free movie night for listeners

98.9 The Vibe celebrates top ratings with free movie night for listeners

Representative Adrian Smith Earns 11th Term in Congress

Representative Adrian Smith Earns 11th Term in Congress

Matt Rossow Steps Down After Two Seasons at St. Cecilia

Matt Rossow Steps Down After Two Seasons at St. Cecilia

State

Kimball City Council begins discussion on E-Bike, scooter regulations

Three Decades of Hope, Norfolk Rescue Mission Celebrates 30-Year Milestone

NSP to notify parents when children are identified sharing explicit content online

Colorado man arrested after pursuit reaches over 110 mph in Lincoln, NSP says

Pet food maker Alphia to lay off 93 workers in Pawnee City

The Well receives $2.1 million to expand northeast Nebraska behavioral health services

Sports

North Central records first ever state tournament win with reverse sweep

Tri County pulls reverse sweep on Bloomfield, hands Queen Bees only loss of season

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Concordia Recap, Midland Preview

2026 Nebraska State Volleyball Tournament: Broadcast Schedule, Results

Can the Huskers Bounce Back at Illinois After Washington Heartbreak?

Husker offense looking for quick turnaround, on short week

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer