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June 4, 2026Updated: June 4, 2026

By RODNEY MUHUMUZA

Regional

Police identify man killed in Omaha officer-involved shooting, release new details

First satellite garden of Lauritzen Gardens opens to the public

Farm animal welfare rules might be rolled back by Congress

Officer-involved shooting leaves one dead in South Omaha

Mural artist celebrates youth participation

Jury trial begins for man accused in death of Nebraska trooper

State

14-Year-Old Kiegan Werner overcomes totaled car to win IMCA National Rookie of the Year

Norfolk Catholic to host centennial celebration

Police identify man killed in Omaha officer-involved shooting, release new details

Cruisin’ Night returns to downtown Sidney Friday with new car show addition

Sen. Ricketts backs bipartisan college sports bill

Sports

Shrine Bowl South players reflect on hometown pride ahead of final high school game

North team building chemistry ahead of Saturday's Shrine Bowl

UNK top running back Isaiah Harris granted waiver to play in 2026

More than football: Shrine Bowl week begins in Kearney

Willy Adames hits grand slam and Giants get 25 hits in 19-6 win over Rockies at Coors Field

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey

Feed supplies tighten for Nebraska producers as drought persists