Madison News

The total confirmed cases among Nebraska residents is now 16. In addition, two residents of other states have been confirmed as cases in Nebraska.

The state's Chief Medical Officer says three new probable cases of swine flu have been identified in Nebraska.

In Madison, 540 students of the two public schools stayed home today, as did 56 from the town's Catholic grade school.

Schools in Norfolk and Madison have been closed because of probable cases of the H1N1 flu.

Statesman Journal : "Salem Fire Department is reinforcing its six older fire stations to better withstand an earthquake.

The 135 members of Charlie Battery 1147th Field Artillery based in Yankton, South Dakota are training alongside fellow National Guard members from Watertown.

As we spoke Wednesday, I thought John Susie was hitting me up for a job. "I'm out here cutting wood and helping my dad and grandpa with calving," said Susie, 22.

Bainbridge schools were delayed two hours Monday morning following a Sunday snowfall.

For 11 years, Emily was the top baby name for girls. No more. The moniker slipped to third in 2008, according to Parents.com . This year, Isabella was the most popular name for newborn girls, followed by Ava.

What started out as a normal day for the students at Leeds Elementary quickly turned into a trip around the world.

The man, who's booked big name acts in Sioux City for years, will step down in next week.