Some who fled abuses in Equatorial Guinea fear pope’s visit might legitimize longtime ruler

People who have fled abuses in Equatorial Guinea and are taking refuge elsewhere fear that the pope's visit to the Central African country could launder the image of Africa's longest-serving ruler

April 22, 2026Updated: April 22, 2026

By OPE ADETAYO

Regional

UNL to expand Nebraska Union dining area

America 250 time capsule awaits 2076

Millard teacher arrested in child exploitation investigation

DOJ joins effort to repeal Nebraska in-state college tuition for certain immigrant students

Food Bank for the Heartland moves to new location, continues fight against food insecurity

Chinese national arrested at New York airport on warrant out of Nebraska

State

No injuries in northwest Nebraska rollover accident

City outlines position in Grand Island Good Life District dispute at press conference

Sidney High Speech Team completes successful season

Tragedy 21 years ago is still making a difference today

Fairbury debuts new city offices, council chambers

Sports

Mayor recognizes wrestling champion

Doane wrestler Cristelle Rodriguez captures NAIA and U.S. championships

WNCC softball team splits contests with Lamar on Sunday

Lowery, Akins lead Chadron State College to win

Colorado sports notes: Forward Logan O'Connor caps long comeback with a Game 1 goal to help Avalanche hold off Kings 2-1

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Spring shotgun turkey season opens

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires