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Iowa City Gives Backyard Chickens A Chance

Chickens may soon be roosting in some backyards in Iowa City.

Free Sky-Gazing At UNL Beginning Soon

Free sky-gazing through powerful telescopes at the University of Nebraska Lincoln's Behlen Observatory will begin Sept. 25.

Nebraska Gets $9.5 Million For Energy Projects

Nebraska will receive $9.5 million in federal stimulus funding to support energy efficiency and conservation activities.

Warm Weather Helps Nebraska Crops Mature

Most of Nebraska's soybean crop has begun turning color, and the corn crop is maturing nicely thanks to recent relatively warm weather.

Smoking Ban Outside

Cassgram reports the Cass County board agenda items include the public hearing on smoking ban.

Car Chase Ends In Foot Pursuit

A domestic disturbance in Alvo Wednesday evolved into a pursuit that ended with the arrest of a 49-year-old man.

USDA Sees Even Bigger Record Corn Harvest In NE

A new federal forecast says the Nebraska corn crop will be even bigger than the already expected record.

Possible Water Rate Increases

Water tower costs to be felt, but not to the extent as first thought.

Close Call

The one-vehicle accident Tuesday near 108th and Mynard Road resulted in the 83-year-old woman being treated and released from Midlands Hospital.

Grand Island Wants Flights To Denver, Not KC

Airport officials in Grand Island want to trade their daily flights to Kansas City for flights to Denver.

Fewer Nebraskans Late On Car Loans

Nebraskans appear to be making fewer late payments on their vehicle loans, and they tend to owe less than most Americans on their cars.

Nebraska Towns Picked To Develop "Power Parks"

State officials have picked three Nebraska cities to help develop so-called "power parks" designed to attract data centers, high-tech companies and businesses that use a lot of power.

Debra Winger, Alexander Payne Will Share Omaha Stage Sunday

Oscar-nominated actress Debra Winger and Oscar-winning writer-director Alexander Payne will share an Omaha stage to raise money for a nonprofit cinema.

Cool Weather Continues To Slow Nebraska Crop Growth

Nebraska's crops continue to mature slowly because most of the state experienced another cool week.

Scuba Business Donates $50,000 To Omaha Fire Department

The Omaha Fire Department has received a $50,000 donation from a local business to buy a search-and-rescue boat.

Suspect's Truck Rolls Away

It’s not exactly the wheels of justice but a suspected thief is almost run over by his own brake-less truck while attempting to steal a trailer.

Accused Investigator Takes Stand

CSI Investigator David Kofoed took the stand Tuesday in his own defense.

NE Officials Say More Applying For Aid Online

State officials are reporting an uptick in the number of residents going online to apply for government aid.

Crash Leads To Arrest

Crash leads to arrest.

Group Steals Lincoln Man's Change Jar, Other Items

Lincoln police are looking for a group of men who robbed a 52-year-old man in his home.

Natural-gas Price Drop Could Mean Low Heat Bills

Energy companies predict low natural gas prices will cut heating bills this winter, but the biggest savings may be to manufacturers and farmers.

Grassley Embraces Nonprofit Co-ops For Health Care

A Republican senator in the Group of Six that's trying to fashion a health care compromise says non-profit cooperatives might be the way to cover the uninsured.

Former Dating Service Manager Speaks Up

The former manager of a closed dating service says she feels bad for dozens of clients who paid fees but were stood up on service.

Regents Give OK To Nebraska Practice Facility

The Nebraska basketball program has moved a step closer toward having a new practice facility.

Councilman Sigerson's Condition Upgraded

Councilman Sigerson is officially listed in "good" condition.

Overcast and Breezy

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