Nebraska reports first human case of West Nile virus this season

DHHS is urging Nebraskans to take precautions against mosquito bites

June 22, 2026Updated: June 22, 2026

By Naydu Daza Maya

Nebraska reports first human case of West Nile virus this season

In this photo provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a female Culex quinquefasciatus mosquito, also known as the southern house mosquito, sits on a person’s skin before taking a blood meal in 2022. (Lauren Bishop/CDC via AP)

Regional

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

Lincoln attorney disbarred after allegedly fabricating legal documents

Blair man facing charges of child sex abuse; task force to investigate additional reports

Nebraska Attorney General sues city of Lincoln over minimum wage ordinance

State

Thunderstorm Warning issued until 4 p.m. for southern Nebraska Panhandle

Drowning death under investigation at Johnson Lake

Hope Harbor appoints new executive director

Rare bat captured by Game and Parks researchers

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued until 4 p.m.

Sports

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

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Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

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Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

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