Heat wave to bring dangerous conditions to Nebraska this week

Triple-digit heat index values and dangerous conditions are expected across much of the state through Saturday

July 13, 2026Updated: July 13, 2026

By Owen Snodgrass

Heat wave to bring dangerous conditions to Nebraska this week

National Weather Service

Regional

Monolith seeks to build data center in Hallam, application to be submitted by mid-July

Man cited after seizure of dozens of animals at West Omaha home

Union Omaha to host FC Juárez U-21 in first international exhibition match

A famed police interrogation technique led to infamous false confessions in Nebraska. We still use it

Missing 12-year-old Lincoln boy found safe in Texas, woman arrested

Zebra, emu, alpaca among 60 animals confiscated from West Omaha home

State

Rushville, Nebraska woman sentenced to more than six years for fraud and money laundering

University of Nebraska-Lincoln: reaching every student in the Panhandle

Heat wave to bring dangerous conditions to Nebraska this week

American Red Cross declares emergency blood shortage

987 The Big Boy launches 'Workin' 9 to 5' contest with $1,000 grand prize

Sports

State Little League tournaments in Kearney sets participation record

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

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