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May 11, 2026Updated: September 17, 2026

By Super Admin

Regional

Douglas County sheriff referred cases to ICE and floated deal with agency amid national crackdown

Omaha funeral home placed on probation after unlicensed cremations

Lincoln police captain charged with misdemeanor child abuse after toddler left alone in locked van

Omaha firefighter arrested on child sexual abuse material charges

Flood, Backemeyer talk Iran, fuel prices and trade in 1st District debate

Despite running back committee, Jamal Rule finding success in freshman season

State

Volunteers Help Preserve Niobrara River on National Public Lands Day

Kimball family hosts Second Annual Lawn Mower Races in honor of Gary Bowron

Rural Nebraska lawmakers call on Osborn to respond to leaked audio comments

$76 million project aims to expand and enhance Norfolk wastewater treatment plant

Douglas County sheriff referred cases to ICE and floated deal with agency amid national crackdown

Sports

Sidney Edges Chadron 7-6 in Defensive Battle

Leigh Rolls Past Clarkson in Rough Rivalry Reunion

Class C2 #2 Cedar Catholic dominates rival Norfolk Catholic

Lady Raiders Fall at No. 3 Gering

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Morningside recap, Waldorf preview

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim