Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Panhandle counties

Effective until 8 p.m.

July 8, 2026Updated: July 8, 2026

By Forrest Hershberger

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Panhandle counties

Regional

Data centers can guzzle serious water. As some Nebraskans worry, tech giants seek solutions.

Dan Osborn denies former staffer's claim that he recruited Graham Platner

Former Nebraska wrestler A.J. Ferrari arrested in Douglas County

After Nebraska sanctions and federal charges, Iowa nurse surrenders license

Douglas County deputy’s firing tied to CSAM tip, AI nude images

Colombian woman, Venezuelan man sentenced in Omaha child sex trafficking case

State

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for western Wyoming

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Panhandle counties

Attorney General Hilgers announces $45 million multistate settlement with Block Inc. over deceptive practices on Cash App

Kimball Health Services awards June Employee of the Month

Sports

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

Kearney hosts Nebraska Lions All-Star Golf Tournament, honoring state's top senior golfers

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