Containment grows on Morrill Fire as crews battle interior hotspots amid ongoing fire danger

Containment on the Morrill Fire has jumped to 67% as crews battle interior hotspots. The fire remains Nebraska’s largest ever at over 643,000 acres, with extreme fire danger continuing across the region.

March 19, 2026Updated: March 19, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Containment grows on Morrill Fire as crews battle interior hotspots amid ongoing fire danger

Little Texas, Jake Worthington help Ol' Red close out summer at second country music showcase

In Southeast Nebraska on Saturday, all eyes - and ears - were trained on the Jefferson County Speedway, where Southeast Nebraska radio station Ol' Red closed out the summer with its second annual country music showcase.

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

Doane Football Preview: Tigers are leaning on experience from last year.

SEASON PREVIEW: Norris Volleyball chasing coveted three-peat in 2026

State

City of Madison seeks resident input for long-term transportation plan

August 19th 2026, 12:21 AM UTC

Gov. Jim Pillen appoints 17 members to Nebraska Data Center Task Force

August 18th 2026, 11:30 PM UTC

Star City BMX to Host Nebraska State Championship Final during 600-point racing weekend

August 18th 2026, 11:11 PM UTC

26th Night of Hope Walk for Cancer battles nature

August 18th 2026, 10:41 PM UTC

Severe storm damages buildings, grain elevator in Ord

August 18th 2026, 10:05 PM UTC

Kimball Police Department to host Crisis Intervention Team, Mental Health First Aid trainings next month

August 18th 2026, 9:06 PM UTC

Sports

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

August 17th 2026, 8:25 PM UTC

SEASON PREVIEW: Norris Volleyball chasing coveted three-peat in 2026

August 17th 2026, 6:44 PM UTC

Huskers star power on full display, in Red-White scrimmage

August 17th 2026, 12:07 AM UTC

"First time in 12 years": Holgorsen praises fast-learning offense

August 14th 2026, 11:47 PM UTC

Pro Athletes Highlight Husker Summer Grads

August 14th 2026, 8:57 PM UTC

'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall

August 12th 2026, 8:18 PM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

May 28th 2026, 7:44 PM UTC