What to know about the EU's new rules on migration and asylum as they come into effect

The European Union is set to implement a new set of rules governing how each of its 27 member states will deal with irregular migration and asylum seekers

June 12, 2026Updated: June 12, 2026

By MENELAOS HADJICOSTIS, RENATA BRITO and SAM McNEIL

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

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

Nebraska City police investigate fatal shooting

Gordon man facing multiple counts of child sexual assault reaches plea agreement

Brown County inmates moved to neighboring facility amid staffing shortage

Amherst Jubilee returns with four days of community events, family activities

Sports

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

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

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