War in the Middle East is flaring again. Here’s how each side sees the stakes

The Middle East looked like it was settling into an uneasy ceasefire built on the assumption that nobody would benefit from a return to full-scale war

June 8, 2026Updated: June 8, 2026

By SAM METZ

Regional

Dog with cancer finds new purpose fostering kittens in Omaha

Fremont man arrested after six-hour standoff, police say

Omaha's Santa Lucia festival celebrates 102 years of Italian traditions

Offutt Air Force Base, local emergency groups stage mass casualty exercise

Lincoln Airport launches $100 million runway reconstruction project

Nebraska seeks temporary Medicaid work requirements exemption for Dawson County

State

Nebraska introduces new teacher certification program

UNK’s Dolence receives $500,000 grant for peanut allergy research

Dog with cancer finds new purpose fostering kittens in Omaha

Deadly crash in Valentine over the weekend

Red Flag Warnings issued as wildfire threat escalates across Nebraska Panhandle, High Plains

Sports

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

Brewers score 8 late runs, stun Rockies 9-7 in wild 10-inning victory

Nebraska coaches share ideas and build connections during Shrine Bowl week

Kearney athletes embrace hometown opportunity during Shrine Bowl week

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

Ag & Outdoor

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

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey