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Renters would get some relief, too, under a pair of legislative proposals
LINCOLN — Nebraska renters would get some financial relief in the form of an income tax credit under a pair of proposals to be considered by the Legislature. State Sens. Terrell McKinney of North Omaha and Eliot Bostar of Lincoln each introduced a bill Thursday seeking to compensate renters who otherwise would not automatically reap any direct benefit from property tax reforms being pushed by Gov. Jim Pillen.
Rhule explains decision to hire John Butler as defensive backs coach
One of the off-season surprises for Nebraska football was the sudden resignation of defensive backs coach Evan Cooper. At the time of his departure, Cooper was entering his second year as the Huskers’ defensive backs coach. The school has said that Cooper resigned for personal reasons. Head coach Matt Rhule quickly hired John Butler as the new defensive back coach. Butler joins the Cornhuskers after holding the same position with the Buffalo Bills since 2022. He stepped down from his post with the Bills in February 2024, citing a desire to become a defensive coordinator. Rhule said that he’s excited to...
Grand Island Public Schools to provide free meals to all students starting 2024
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — Starting the 2024-2025 school year, all Grand Island Public Schools (GIPS) students will have access to free breakfast and lunch at every school. GIPS is now one of the largest districts in Nebraska to offer no-cost meals districtwide. Dr. Summer Stephens, our Associate Superintendent, highlights...
Hastings city council looking to pave a path after a local business burned down
Hastings, Neb. — Bert's pharmacy in Hastings was a long-standing staple of downtown, but after the building burned down in 2022, there wasn't much done to clean up after. Now, city council looks to pave a path back to the heart of Hastings. So tonight, we approved the opportunity...
Grand Island duo named Nebraska Junior Golf 16+ Players of the Year
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - Nebraska Junior Golf revealed its Players of the Year for each division on Thursday now that the summer season is nearing its end. In the Boys 16+ group, Grand Island Senior High alum Prestin Vilai earned the honor for the second year in a row. This summer, he repeated as champion at the Central Nebraska Junior amateur, among other accolades.
Nebraska senior defensive lineman Ty Robinson breaks down Huskers' 'Death Row'
LINCOLN, Neb. — Matt Rhule was preaching controlling the line of scrimmage at this year's Big Ten Media Days. The Blackshirts did that and more last season, ranking 11th in the country in total defense. Ty Robinson explained to KETV Sports' Andy Kendeigh that Nebraska's defensive line is not...
Plane crash reported north of Gillette
UPDATE, 7/26/2024: The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed fatalities in a plane crash reported north of Gillette. According to Undersheriff Quentin Reynolds, the National Transportation Safety Board is responding to investigate and additional details will come through the federal agency. Reynolds could not provide identifying information for anyone involved in the crash.
Popular Snack Gets Recalled in Colorado
There’s been a decent amount of recalls in recent times here in Colorado. One that took place this summer actually affected marijuana that was contaminated with mold. The bad weed had to be pulled from eleven different stores in the Front Range. There were also a ton of products...
Nebraska’s leading economic indicator rises 0.58% in June
LINCOLN, Neb. (Press Release) - Nebraska’s leading economic indicator increased in June, according to the most recent report from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. The indicator, designed to predict economic activity six months into the future, rose 0.58%. “The monthly report confirms the Nebraska economy will grow through the...
Woman faces attempted murder charge after assaulting sister, police say
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - A Grand Island woman is facing an attempted murder charge following a knife assault from earlier this month. Julissa Trevino, 23, is charged with felony attempted first-degree murder, two counts of felony use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony, felony first-degree assault as well as three counts of misdemeanor child abuse.
Panhandle man arrested after shots fired
On Wednesday, July 25, at 6:37 a.m., law enforcement responded to a call at a rural residence approximately one mile east of Mitchell NE. The reporting party, a female at home with her children, reported that a male was knocking at her back door, that he had a handgun, that he might be on drugs, and she thought he was trying to get into the house. She then reported hearing multiple shots fired, although none were fired into the house. A Scotts Bluff County Deputy was first to arrive on scene. He located the male nearby and took him into custody without incident. The male had a handgun in his possession but did not threaten the Deputy with it.
Fire near Rushville burns 70 acres, now contained
RUSHVILLE, Neb. - A fire north of Rushville burned around 70 acres, according to Gordon Fire Chief Rich Haller. Haller said the fire started around one mile south of Hands of Faith, right next to a timber area. The Rushville Fire Department called in Gordon for mutual aid, which helped...
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