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A Scottsbluff woman has been given additional time to file a lawsuit against a prominent city official. Tamara Villanueva has been given more time to amend a complaint she filed against Scottsbluff PoliceMore >>

A local organization seeks to educate farmers on the benefits no-till farming can have on both the environment and their pocket books. Soil health and microbiology were both hot topics during day oneMore >>

Nebraska lawmakers advance a bill requiring students to stay in school until they turn 18 years old. The proposed bill would eliminate an exception in state law allowing students to drop out of schoolMore >>

Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman takes time to discuss job growth stimulation with local leaders from two Nebraska counties.

Local leaders from Cheyenne and Keith County were recognized by the Nebraska Legislature today in Lincoln, before Heineman sat down with them in his conference room. More >>

Police say slick road conditions were the cause of many accidents in the panhandle yesterday.

Early morning snow and near freezing temperatures made panhandle highway driving conditions more dangerous than usual.More >>

A youth organization is raising funds to finance a child welfare shelter expansion. The Community Action Partnership of Western Nebraska (CAPWAN) Is trying to raise an additional $53,000 dollars to financeMore >>

Two children are air-lifted to the hospital following a rollover accident on Highway 71 south of Gering.

A Ford Expedition driven by 19-year-old Angela Castro was traveling northbound around 11:30 this morning, when she hit an icy patch and rolled the car onto the median.More >>

A federal judge rules to repeal part of a controversial city immigration law. US district court judge Lisa Smith Camp rejected part of Fremont's 2010 immigration rule which denied housing permits toMore >>

A local bakery is gearing up for Mardi Gras by whipping up special themed treats. Bakers at the Gering Bakery say king cakes and the celebration of Mardi Gras are growing in popularity in the Panhandle.More >>

The newest National Basketball Association star is giving hope to local college ballers for their chance to shine on a bigger stage.

Jeremy Lin of the New York Knicks has become an overnight sensation in the NBA. More >>

Investigators are still working to determine the cause of a workshop fire in the Panhandle. An outbuilding and workshop is completely destroyed after a fire broke out Friday afternoon in rural Morrill.More >>

A new study shows Nebraska farm are getting bigger but fewer. A report by the US Department of Agriculture shows the number of Nebraska farms dropped by 400 to 46,800 in 2011.More >>

Funeral services for the two victims murdered last Saturday in Alliance were held today. Friends and family of Cathy Chavez of Alliance and Mike Loutzenhiser of Scottsbluff gathered at two Alliance churchesMore >>

Red dresses and heart health education went hand in hand today at Gering Civic Center. The 5th annual Latina Red Dress event pulled women together to educate them about cardiovascular disease. ThereMore >>

A local non-profit celebrated Mardi Gras early while everyone wore masks of disguise. The United Way of western Nebraska had a full house at their 2nd annual, Masquerade Ball at the Scottsbluff countryMore >>

Many people want to know what it's like behind bars, without actually having to spend time in the slammer. Tonight in the KOTA Territory Insider we go behind the scenes at the only detention center inMore >>

A local organization started their morning off right...with pancakes and syrup. The Scottsbluff High School Booster Club held their annual pancake breakfast at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Scottsbluff.More >>

A KOTA territory town is hitting the web to promote itself as "the best hometown in America." the City of Alliance has launched its new travel web site aimed at attracting visitors passing through theMore >>

A Scottsbluff man facing charges of sexual abuse took the stand in court today. Eric Rocha faced the seven person jury and defended his claim of innocence. Rocha told the jury he never touched hisMore >>

New signs and bright colorful awnings that are sprouted up along Broadway are just a few indications a 350 -thousand - dollar grant available to downtown businesses is making a difference. More >>

A US Senator from Nebraska says money earmarked for certain projects will hurt the country's ability to reduce spending. Senator Mike Johann's is seeking to remove an earmark found in the senate's moreMore >>

A candidate for police chief in a small KOTA territory town is deciding to pursue other opportunities. Officer Randy Milburn recently informed the Hemingford village board that he would not be acceptingMore >>

First degree murder charges have been filed against a 25-year-old Alliance man for the fatal stabbing of two people last weekend. Dominick Dubray is accused of stabbing to death 22-year-old, Cathy ChavezMore >>

A Nebraska lawmaker is pushing a state bill that could sustain rural economic growth. The agriculture committee held its first hearing of the year to discuss the 2012 farm bill. More >>

A former Nebraska Senator is trying to reclaim his old Senate seat in the legislature. Ernie Chambers filed paperwork recently to make a run for the North Omaha district Senate seat currently filledMore >>

A local veterans home celebrated Valentine's Day singing songs of love. Veterans at the Western Nebraska state veterans home held their annual Valentines Day party.More >>

A Democratic candidate has made his bid for the US senate official. University of Nebraska Regent Chuck Hassebrook filed paperwork early this morning announcing his run in the US senate race.More >>

A Kota Territory lawmaker continues to push for stricter rules on alcohol in certain areas of Nebraska. Ellsworth Senator, Leroy Louden is proposing a bill that will allow local municipalities to regulateMore >>

Two people are dead and one male is injured after a stabbing early this morning in Alliance Alliance Police Department responded to a call at 7:15 this morning at the 700 block of East 8th street in Alliance.More >>

A Scottsbluff man accused of sexually and physically abusing four children gets his day in court. Opening arguments began this morning in the trial against 34-year-old registered sex offender Eric Rocha. RochaMore >>

The lawyer for a Kimball City Council member charged with sexually assaulting a mentally disabled teenage boy is still seeking a change of venue. The attorney for Scott Haun, today requested Haun's trialMore >>

Nebraska lawmakers could get the opportunity to serve an extra four years in office. The state legislature's executive board voted 6-3 today to allow a term limit measure to be discussed by the entireMore >>

A post office in a small KOTA territory town is spreading letters of love from around the world. The Hartville, Wyoming post office is keeping busy this month preparing for Valentines Day.More >>

Miss America's schedule hasn't slowed down much since her reign ended in January. Miss America 2011, Teresa Scanlan of Gering has not hit the pause button in 2012. Scanlan says this year is even moreMore >>

A Nebraska senator pushes for more healthy food choices in low-income areas. Omaha senator, Brenda Council is bringing back a bill that nearly passed last year. The bill calls for the creation of theMore >>

More than 75 local girls spent their Saturday morning receiving the royal treatment. The Scottsbluff High School dance team hosted its annual Princess for a Day. The team turned the cafeteria into aMore >>

A University of Nebraska Regent announces his plans to seek the state's U.S. Senate seat vacated by Ben Nelson. Chuck Hassebrook says he will seek the democratic nomination for the seat. The announcementMore >>

A KOTA territory mountain lion caught by accident is going free. The mountain lion was caught in a legal foothold trap in Dawes County. Officers say the young female lion was tranquilized by officersMore >>

It may be tough to picture a combat zone in Eastern Wyoming but one military base is using modern technology to train their troops.More >>

Northwest Nebraska is welcoming some "sheepish" characters to the region. Nebraska authorities say 40 bighorn sheep captured in Canada were released in Northwest Nebraska Tuesday, swelling the statesMore >>

An Oshkosh man is dead after a rollover accident on County Road 58. A 2009 Ford pickup driven by 34-year-old, Stormy Jessen struck some concrete debris, rolled, then caught fire. The Nebraska StateMore >>