JournalStar Neb news

The grand jury convened March 25, 2026. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

Omahans Jake Hansen and Jeff Harwood are making another trip, this time to see Nebraska play in the Sweet 16. journalstar.com/sports/huskers…

A fast-moving wildfire burned an estimated 80,000 acres overnight in Grant County. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

The new fire prompted the Grant County Sheriff's Office to evacuate the unincorporated village nine miles west of Hyannis. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

After two failed attempts, Nebraska lawmakers struck a compromise to advance the state budget by removing school choice and child care funding. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

Cindy Krolikowski, top administrator at the YRTC for two years, was fired March 18. No reason was given, but multiple teens have alleged that staff members sexually abused them. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

Fire administrator Jason Whalen said Station No. 3 will have a small firefighter museum that will include an antique firetruck on display, along with other memorabilia. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

The longtime weatherman said the most aggravating part is that he's having vocal issues. "This tumor grows right up into the left vocal cord and paralyzes it." journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

The well-known “Trump Barn” along I-80 near Ashland looks different this week. The large sign is gone after strong Nebraska winds, the owner says. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

The City Council approved TIF for the third phase of the Sterling Apartments. The city still has a housing crunch with an "unhealthy" low number of vacancies, Chad Nabity said. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

Health Director Jeremy Eschliman said Two Rivers will work hard to provide support for Nebraskans who have experienced the sudden loss of property and livestock. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

"This bill would really allow the team at (Pinnacle Bank Arena) to start conversations on when and what kind of expansion might even be possible," Lincoln Sen. Jason Prokop said. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

Traffic will be maintained with flaggers and temporary traffic signals. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

Colorado’s new shepherd takes up his mantle. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

“We need to be cultivating an appreciation for the United States of America, and that starts young," teacher Matt Fike said. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

A new partnership at the HelpCare Clinic will provide prescription medications at no cost for eligible uninsured patients. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

"I love doing this and think everybody should be able to love what they do, if they can. I’m literally living my dream," Blake Jackson said. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

Gering High’s auditorium is under construction, so “Seussical” found a new home at the Midwest Theater. Students say the change is challenging — and exciting. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

Regional West Physicians Clinic-Rheumatology clinic has opened and sees patients age 19 and older through physician referral. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…

Weather permitting, work will begin March 30 on U.S. Highway 26 and U.S. Highway 385. journalstar.com/news/state-reg…