3 firefighters killed, 2 injured while tackling wildfires on the Colorado-Utah border, U.S. Wildland Fire Service says

3 firefighters killed, 2 injured while tackling wildfires on the Colorado-Utah border, U.S. Wildland Fire Service says

June 28, 2026Updated: June 28, 2026

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Regional

Former Nebraska wrestler A.J. Ferrari arrested after high-speed chase

Lincoln man sentenced to 5 years in federal prison in child exploitation case

Pillen creates property tax ‘hotline’ to solicit Nebraskans’ anger on rising taxes, valuations

Man arrested on sex trafficking, assault charges after yearlong Douglas County investigation

Huskers Match Best Directors’ Cup Finish since 2001

Chinese national sentenced for taking photos of military aircraft at Offutt Air Force Base

State

Thayer County man arrested after police pursuit

Omaha couple arrested in Gage County thefts

Fireworks cause grass fire, according to Gordon Volunteer Fire Department

Former Nebraska wrestler A.J. Ferrari arrested after high-speed chase

Two arrested after pursuits on Friday

Sports

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

A goal to spread soccer lands Omaha kids on the World Cup field

4-H nationals bring thousands to Grand Island

Oklahoma dominates UNC, wins first College World Series since 1994

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