One dead after salvage yard explosion

Investigation underway

Updated: March 24, 2026

By Dan Swanson

One dead after salvage yard explosion

Regional

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

Case against man accused in death of Nebraska State Patrol trooper to be dismissed after mistrial

Dan Osborn submits signatures to qualify for Nebraska Senate ballot

A year after Glenn Valley raid, families recall fear while businesses struggle to recover

Table for one: Exposed to deadly hantavirus, man is eating his way through quarantine

Gratitude Baseball Camp honors Chris Gradoville's legacy

State

NRD reports watershed success after heavy rains

State of Nebraska approves emergency declarations for nine counties affected by May's severe storms

Comedian Matt Walsh to perform at Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk

South Fork Fire near Crawford 55% contained; crews establish line around entire perimeter

Nebraska Attorney General among 14 urging EPA to classify mifepristone as water contaminant

Sports

Milford volleyball star Shayla Rautenberg commits to Nebraska

WNCC names Shayane Poirot has women’s basketball coach

Red stifles White for All-Star Classic win

UNK extends women's basketball coach Drew Johnson through 2029

Gary Sánchez hits first homer since April 14, Brewers complete sweep of Rockies with 12-4 win

Ag & Outdoor

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

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities