Man accused of murdering Columbus woman, shooting at Hastings Police takes plea deal

The Nebraska man facing charges of murder and attempted murder in two central Nebraska counties is taking a plea deal in both cases.

August 21, 2025Updated: August 21, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

Man accused of murdering Columbus woman, shooting at Hastings Police takes plea deal

Regional

Grand Island police K9 dies after being struck by vehicle

Grand Island police K9 dies after being struck by vehicle

Lexington doubles duo of Neff, Diaz take #2 Doubles title

Lexington doubles duo of Neff, Diaz take #2 Doubles title

Kansas woman shares breast cancer journey, encourages others to advocate for their health

Kansas woman shares breast cancer journey, encourages others to advocate for their health

Nebraska launches task force to address emergency communication after wildfires

Nebraska launches task force to address emergency communication after wildfires

Omaha man sentenced to 25 years for distributing child sexual abuse material

Omaha man sentenced to 25 years for distributing child sexual abuse material

State Softball Tournament Suspended Due to Rain

State Softball Tournament Suspended Due to Rain

State

Woman accused of finding, keeping Omaha firefighter’s child pornography

Suspicious substance found at Sen. Ricketts’ office in Omaha

Grand Island police K9 dies after being struck by vehicle

Doane student dies in Texas in suspected murder-suicide

Kimball cross country runner qualifies for State

Banana Ball World Tour coming to Omaha in 2027

Sports

Chadron handles Bridgeport in final home game

Unbeaten Stanton holds off upset-minded Pender

Lexington doubles duo of Neff, Diaz take #2 Doubles title

Sidney Lady Raiders Golf seeks to use state tournament as a stepping stone

Previewing Nebraska/Oregon with Ben Kaufman of the Oregon Accelerator

Norfolk forces seven turnovers, dominates Lincoln High

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