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Under Armour looking into data breach affecting customers’ personal information
Under Armour looking into data breach affecting customers’ personal information
Clothing retailer Under Armour is investigating a recent data breach that purloined customers’ email addresses and other personal information, but so far there are no signs the hackers stole any passwords or financial information.
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January 23, 2026 at 5:03 AM
Under Armour looking into data breach affecting customers’ personal information
Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar files papers to run for Minnesota governor
Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar files papers to run for Minnesota governor
Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar filed paperwork on Thursday to run for governor in the state.
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January 23, 2026 at 4:33 AM
Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar files papers to run for Minnesota governor
TikTok finalizes deal to form new American version of the app
TikTok finalizes deal to form new American version of the app
TikTok has finalized a deal to create a new American version of the app, avoiding the looming threat of a ban in the U.S. that has been in discussion for years.
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January 23, 2026 at 4:03 AM
TikTok finalizes deal to form new American version of the app
Understanding snow alerts vs emergencies: North Platte pushes Smart 911 signups
Understanding snow alerts vs emergencies: North Platte pushes Smart 911 signups
With a winter storm expected to impact the North Platte region this week, city officials are urging residents to enroll in the Smart 911 emergency alert system—a critical tool for staying informed during severe weather and other emergencies.
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January 23, 2026 at 3:33 AM
Understanding snow alerts vs emergencies: North Platte pushes Smart 911 signups
Police officer arrested on rape charge involving girl under 13 years old, investigators say
Police officer arrested on rape charge involving girl under 13 years old, investigators say
A police officer has been arrested following an investigation by North Carolina authorities.
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January 23, 2026 at 3:03 AM
Police officer arrested on rape charge involving girl under 13 years old, investigators say
North Platte City Council reviews health insurance plan performance
North Platte City Council reviews health insurance plan performance
The North Platte City Council held a special work session on Thursday afternoon to discuss the city’s health insurance plan performance and potential renewal options.
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January 23, 2026 at 2:33 AM
North Platte City Council reviews health insurance plan performance
Buck crashes through bank window, sets off burglary alarm
Buck crashes through bank window, sets off burglary alarm
Although it is common to find bucks inside a bank, it’s not usually the ones on four legs.
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January 23, 2026 at 2:03 AM
Buck crashes through bank window, sets off burglary alarm
Reports: ADM to close flour milling operations at Lincoln facility
Reports: ADM to close flour milling operations at Lincoln facility
ADM Milling Co. will cease flour milling operations at its Lincoln facility, according to a company announcement made on Jan. 15.
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January 23, 2026 at 1:33 AM
Reports: ADM to close flour milling operations at Lincoln facility
Nebraska victims are being denied the right to speak. One survivor’s fight is forcing the state to rewrite the rules
Nebraska victims are being denied the right to speak. One survivor’s fight is forcing the state to rewrite the rules
Who speaks for victims of crime? Sometimes that answer is no one — even when Nebraska law disagrees. A new bill pushed by those very victims and Attorney General Mike Hilgers would protect against misinterpretation by Nebraska judges who deny victims their legally mandated right to speak in court.
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January 23, 2026 at 1:03 AM
Nebraska victims are being denied the right to speak. One survivor’s fight is forcing the state to rewrite the rules
Jack Smith defends his Trump investigations at a House hearing: ‘No one should be above the law,’ he says
Jack Smith defends his Trump investigations at a House hearing: ‘No one should be above the law,’ he says
Republican lawmakers are poised to grill former Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith on Thursday at a congressional hearing.
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January 23, 2026 at 12:33 AM
Jack Smith defends his Trump investigations at a House hearing: ‘No one should be above the law,’ he says
Schools cancel classes Friday due to dangerous cold
Schools cancel classes Friday due to dangerous cold
School officials take proactive measures as frigid temperatures approach region.
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January 23, 2026 at 12:03 AM
Schools cancel classes Friday due to dangerous cold
Winter turns dangerous: Bitter cold and snow slams Greater Nebraska
Winter turns dangerous: Bitter cold and snow slams Greater Nebraska
Dangerous wind chills near -18 degrees and snow developing Friday afternoon will make it a treacherous day stay weather ready.
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January 22, 2026 at 11:33 PM
Winter turns dangerous: Bitter cold and snow slams Greater Nebraska
Phil Collins reveals new health struggles, says he has a 24-hour nurse
Phil Collins reveals new health struggles, says he has a 24-hour nurse
Musician Phil Collins discussed his health issues in a new interview, revealing that he now has a 24-hour live-in nurse to help him.
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January 22, 2026 at 11:03 PM
Phil Collins reveals new health struggles, says he has a 24-hour nurse
Nebraska National Guard to deploy 200 soldiers to Washington D.C.
Nebraska National Guard to deploy 200 soldiers to Washington D.C.
Gov. Jim Pillen announced Thursday that the Nebraska National Guard have been requested to support an “ongoing critical mission” in Washington, D.C.
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January 22, 2026 at 10:33 PM
Nebraska National Guard to deploy 200 soldiers to Washington D.C.
Nebraska Republican Party condemns vandalism at Lincoln headquarters
Nebraska Republican Party condemns vandalism at Lincoln headquarters
The Nebraska Republican Party (NEGOP) released a statement Thursday condemning vandalism that reportedly happened outside its headquarters in Lincoln.
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January 22, 2026 at 10:03 PM
Nebraska Republican Party condemns vandalism at Lincoln headquarters
Community connections program impacts local youth in North Platte.
Community connections program impacts local youth in North Platte.
Community connections program impacts local youth in North Platte.
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January 22, 2026 at 9:33 PM
Community connections program impacts local youth in North Platte.
Mother says social media challenge led children to overdose, hospitalization
Mother says social media challenge led children to overdose, hospitalization
Two children are reportedly recovering from overdoses after participating in a social media trend.
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January 22, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Mother says social media challenge led children to overdose, hospitalization
Auction marking the United States’ 250th birthday features some of its most iconic documents
Auction marking the United States’ 250th birthday features some of its most iconic documents
As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, an auction in New York will feature rare items that trace the nation’s history.
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January 22, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Auction marking the United States’ 250th birthday features some of its most iconic documents
Self-checkout theft is surging, survey finds
Self-checkout theft is surging, survey finds
Self-checkout theft has DOUBLED. 27% of Americans admit stealing at self-service kiosks - but many say they’re taking essentials like food & healthcare items, not luxury goods.
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January 22, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Self-checkout theft is surging, survey finds
Here’s why January and February are your secret weapons for 2026 travel
Here’s why January and February are your secret weapons for 2026 travel
Welcome to Planuary — that magical window when smart travelers turn their biggest vacation dreams into a locked-in reality.
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January 22, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Here’s why January and February are your secret weapons for 2026 travel
Teen pleads guilty to North Carolina mass shooting that killed 5, including brother
Teen pleads guilty to North Carolina mass shooting that killed 5, including brother
An 18-year-old has pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and other charges for a mass shooting in North Carolina in 2022.
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January 22, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Teen pleads guilty to North Carolina mass shooting that killed 5, including brother
Trump says he is suing JPMorgan Chase and its CEO for alleged ‘political’ debanking
Trump says he is suing JPMorgan Chase and its CEO for alleged ‘political’ debanking
President Donald Trump says he is suing JPMorgan Chase and its CEO Jamie Dimon for alleged “political” debanking.
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January 22, 2026 at 6:33 PM
Trump says he is suing JPMorgan Chase and its CEO for alleged ‘political’ debanking
Another 2027 Husker football commit says he’s transferring to Millard South
Another 2027 Husker football commit says he’s transferring to Millard South
Ellis joins Nebraska 2027 quarterback commit Trae Taylor as incoming Millard South students.
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January 22, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Another 2027 Husker football commit says he’s transferring to Millard South
Nebraska Medicine leadership under investigation; Regents install interim board
Nebraska Medicine leadership under investigation; Regents install interim board
The University of Nebraska Board of Regents has replaced the board of directors at Nebraska Medicine as its actions in regards to the Clarkson Regional Health deal come under the scrutiny of the state Attorney General.
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January 22, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Nebraska Medicine leadership under investigation; Regents install interim board
Chief justice highlights successes, savings of Nebraska judicial branch
Chief justice highlights successes, savings of Nebraska judicial branch
Nebraska Supreme Court Chief Justice Jeffrey Funke on Thursday celebrated the judicial branch's work to deliver justice to Nebraskans, often at lower costs than incarceration.
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January 22, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Chief justice highlights successes, savings of Nebraska judicial branch