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Lawmakers push for $300 million wind farm projectJust last week on our special report Nebraska cashing in on big business, State Senator Galen Hadley told News 5 how Nebraska needs to improve its wind energy use. State lawmakers are doing their part. ... 
Crooks attack small town police stationPolice officers are supposed to protect and serve. But, what happens when they become the victims? News 5's Lauren Conley has the details of a burglary at the Friend, Nebraska Police Department. It's... 
Homeowners include plans for tornado sheltersSchools aren't the only place you'd like to find a tornado shelter. Some people who are building new homes are making sure to add one into their plans. Hall County Emergency Manager Jon Rosenlund told... 
New bill could speed up Keystone XL pipeline approvalYou'll likely hear a little more about the Keystone XL Pipeline. The company's owner testified before a Congressional subcommittee last Thursday. And House Speaker John Boehner says lawmakers are set... 
Inmate costs could spike with new healthcare actIt's a safety net many people rely on whether for an emergency or everyday needs. But that safety net could get more expensive. And we're not talking about families. Cities and counties that provide... 
Local schools review tornado safety for studentsOf the 24 fatalities in Moore, Oklahoma, seven were students at Plaza Towers Elementary School. News5's Shelby Fenster has a look at what Hastings schools are doing to keep their students safe. The... 
Lincoln Search and Rescue helps in OklahomaA number of Nebraskans have traveled to Oklahoma to do what they can to help in the aftermath of Monday's tragedy and includes the Lincoln Search and Rescue team. This is a picture taken of the Moore,... 
Crossroads welcomes donations during May "Match Month"May is a great month to donate to the Crossroads Rescue Mission because it's called "Match Month." Kyle Bruna: Yes, it sure is. We have $20,000 that is given as a match so any money that is given in May... 
Hastings Salvation Army encourages donations to help OklahomaIt is summertime and the Hastings Salvation Army has a lot going on for kids and for families among other things. Major Abe Tamayo, how are you today? Abe: I'm well, thank you. Amy: Fantastic. And... 
May marks 9 years since Hallam tornadoWhile things are quiet for us this morning, nine years ago Wednesday residents across central and eastern Nebraska took shelter as 19 tornadoes struck the area. Hardest hit was the small town of Hallam... 
Grand Island discusses department mergerWhat would it take to move a couple of departments and avoid new building construction? That had the Grand Island City Council's attention Tuesday night. During a study session they discussed the logistics... 
Buffalo Hills teacher gets a special smoochYou've heard you have to kiss a few frogs to find a prince. But what about reading a few books to kiss a pig? Buffalo Hills Elementary Principal Feusner promised her students she would kiss a pig -... 
Central City teachers express concern with school boardIt's been a week after week situation in Central City. Residents are upset about the removal of their football coach. But, it doesn't end there. Former Central City football coach Darrin Garfield knows... 
Residents remember "Night of the Twisters" in Grand IslandThe devastation of Oklahoma brings back memories to thousands of Grand Island residents who've been through the same tragedy. The "Night of the Twisters" leveled parts of the city, leaving several dead... 
Eakes Office locations help out OklahomaOklahoma residents are in need of help and Nebraskans are stepping up. Eakes Office Plus in Hastings, Grand Island, and Kearney are putting together a Tornado Relief Drive. They are collecting supplies... 
UNK student lawsuit leads way for government actionIt was back in 2011 that we first told you about University of Nebraska at Kearney student Brittany Hamilton. She wanted to have her four-pound dog in her apartment saying the dog eases her anxiety and... 
Local men sentenced for drug dealingIt's another win for the Central Nebraska Drug and Safe Streets Taskforce. Two Central Nebraska men are headed to prison for distribution of federal drug charges. Ruben Manzano of Hastings was sentenced... 
Miles 2 Give brings message through Tri-CitiesTheir journey started in San Francisco and now it's brought them to the Tri-Cities.
Nebraska lends support to Oklahoma tornado victimsSearch and rescue teams from all across the country were put into action after the tornado loading up their gear and heading to Oklahoma. The Nebraska Task Force One Urban Search and Rescue team packed... 
Annual traveling car show returns to HastingsWelcome back, we're here with Steve Cropley and Lin Hoskins and we are talking about the Melon Roast Car Club - part of Tour Nebraska. Part of the NRCA also that's going on. Lot's going on with this. Amy:... 
Hastings Museum debuts new prehistoric creaturesThe Hastings Museum has found its Tylosauras and Xiphactinus a few new roommates.
Juniata Methodist Church plans 5k runYour chance to get some good exercise for a good cause coming up in Juniata. Margo Hardy joining us to talk about this. Chris: It's the 5k run for the Juniata Methodist Church, right? Margo: Yes, the... 
Legislature approves new state budgetNebraska schools will receive about $2.2 billion in state aid and the University of Nebraska will receive about $1.1 billion in funds. It's all part of the $7.8 billion state budget. Lawmakers passed... 
Local farmer talks about recent rainsLast year farmers endured a record breaking drought, but could this year be the same? Local farmers were happy to see the rain this weekend... 
School lunch: Dishing out the differencesYou'll notice a difference in the menu at a private or public school. In our second part of our special report "Dishing out the Differences" we jump in the lunch at Lincoln Elementary and Grand Island... |
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