Heart transplant survivor Barney Cotton meets mother of heart donor, speaks to organ donor families

The former Nebraska football assistant coach says he encourages others to be heroes and sign up as organ donors.

April 28, 2023Updated: April 29, 2023

By News Channel Nebraska

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Regional

JD Vance’s North Platte rally includes agriculture announcement, medical emergency

Just two weeks after President Donald Trump visited Nebraska, Vice President JD Vance followed with a stop in North Platte on Thursday to campaign for Republican candidates.

JD Vance announces $1.3 billion fertilizer investment, plans for two Nebraska facilities

Vance announces $1.3 billion fertilizer investment, plans for two Nebraska facilities

How to watch Vice President JD Vance's North Platte rally live on NCN

Hotel bookings up ahead of Vice President J.D. Vance’s arrival

Kearney-area students gain early admission pathway to UNMC nursing program

Kearney Archway ready to light up the night once again

Heart transplant survivor Barney Cotton meets mother of heart donor, speaks to organ donor families

Regional

JD Vance’s North Platte rally includes agriculture announcement, medical emergency

JD Vance announces $1.3 billion fertilizer investment, plans for two Nebraska facilities

How to watch Vice President JD Vance's North Platte rally live on NCN

Hotel bookings up ahead of Vice President J.D. Vance’s arrival

Kearney-area students gain early admission pathway to UNMC nursing program

Kearney Archway ready to light up the night once again

State

JD Vance’s North Platte rally includes agriculture announcement, medical emergency

Nebraskans cross state lines for Trump rally in Sioux City

Norfolk man arrested after police say he kept woman from leaving home

JD Vance announces $1.3 billion fertilizer investment, plans for two Nebraska facilities

Osmond woman killed, passenger injured in crash involving tractor in Pierce County

UNK announces plan to close Mantor Hall after 60+ years

Sports

Previewing the 2026 HAC Volleyball Tournament Championship with Lincoln North Star head coach Jeremiah Kroll

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Northwestern Recap, Briar Cliff Preview

Oregon Breakdown | Bye Week Adjustments | Recruiting Special | Nebraska Football Now

Garden County grinds to victory at Leyton Triangular

'We're two plays away from being a Top 10 team': Rhule reflects heading into bye week

Gretna wins third state title with 2-1 victory over Gretna East

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