House approves bill to fund Homeland Security Department and end record shutdown, sending it to Trump to sign

House approves bill to fund Homeland Security Department and end record shutdown, sending it to Trump to sign

April 30, 2026Updated: April 30, 2026

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Regional

Nebraska man arrested after Jeep allegedly runs over 14-year-old riding dirt bike

JD Vance rally draws 950 people in North Platte, according to Vance officials

JD Vance’s North Platte rally includes agriculture announcement, medical emergency

Previewing the 2026 HAC Volleyball Tournament Championship with Lincoln North Star head coach Jeremiah Kroll

Pillen highlights state's drinking water fund as Plattsmouth rebounds from flooding

Holmes Lake gains two new fishing access platforms

State

Nebraska man arrested after Jeep allegedly runs over 14-year-old riding dirt bike

Scene secured after police pursuit of armed suspect in Butler and Polk counties

Commodity Supplemental Food Program serves nutritious food to seniors

Fire near Ainsworth burns 20 acres, affects travel on Highway 20

Trump targets midwest House seats and Senate race during Sioux City campaign stop

Sports

Wayne bounces back from first-set loss for third place finish at Mid-State tournament

Pierce sweeps Guardian Angels for sixth straight conference title

Previewing the 2026 HAC Volleyball Tournament Championship with Lincoln North Star head coach Jeremiah Kroll

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Northwestern Recap, Briar Cliff Preview

Oregon Breakdown | Bye Week Adjustments | Recruiting Special | Nebraska Football Now

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