Nebraska soldier killed in drone strike in Kuwait

One of the first soldiers to die in the new war with Iran was from Nebraska.

March 3, 2026Updated: March 4, 2026

By Michael Shively

Nebraska soldier killed in drone strike in Kuwait

Regional

Macy man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for 2020 sexual assault

Crete public, Nebraska police pay final respects to Crete police chief Gary Young

Nebraska Sen. Margo Juarez shares cancer diagnosis

Big Ten Media Days begins this week in Chicago

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Senate candidate vows to 'fight like hell'

State

Bel Air Elementary debuts new inclusive playground

Competency evaluation ordered for man accused of murdering Stromsburg couple and unborn baby

Jefferson County man has weapons charge appeal dropped, scheduled for sentencing this week

Fire extinguished at Norfolk Crush plant

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

Sports

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

UNK football returns to practice ahead of new season

Late comeback ends Nebraska Siege's inaugural season

Three Huskers named to preseason All-Big Ten Team

Ag & Outdoor

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

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April