Quarantine comes to an end for the last of the hantavirus ship passengers in Nebraska

The last eight Americans who endured 42 days in a specialized hospital quarantine unit after exposure to an unusual hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship that killed three people have left the Nebraska facility

June 22, 2026Updated: June 22, 2026

By JOSH FUNK and MIKE STOBBE

Regional

Woman found dead inside Sarpy County home after domestic disturbance call, husband hospitalized

Trail connecting Fremont and Hooper officially opens

Descendant of John Brown escapees helps renew Mayhew Cabin

Multiple buildings in Omaha’s Blackstone district evacuated after foundation collapse along street

USDA issues warning to Creighton University over animal testing violation

Private power already stalled in Otoe County

State

Sidney City Council modifies 2026 fireworks ‘season’

4-H nationals bring thousands to Grand Island

Scooter crash serves as stark reminder for helmet safety

17 states and trade group sue California over plastics packaging law

One month later, Fairbury leaders discuss response to, recovery from historic severe storms

Sports

4-H nationals bring thousands to Grand Island

Oklahoma dominates UNC, wins first College World Series since 1994

Hundreds of hoopers compete at growing UNK basketball camp

UNC takes game two of CWS finals, forces winner-take-all Monday night

Behind two homers from LeChance, Oklahoma takes game one of MCWS final

Ag & Outdoor

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

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April