AP journalist hears at least seven explosions and sees fires burning near a military base hosting U.S. forces in Irbil

AP journalist hears at least seven explosions and sees fires burning near a military base hosting U.S. forces in Irbil

July 24, 2026Updated: July 24, 2026

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Regional

Senate candidate vows to 'fight like hell'

Bennington elementary student dies days after scooter crash

Malcolm blanks Loomis to secure fifth straight Class C Legion junior state championship

NCA Volleyball All-Star game set to highlight the best high school volleyball in Nebraska

Omaha-based Scoular to pay more than $10 million in foreign bribery case

Judge blocks Lincoln minimum wage ordinance during state's lawsuit

State

Senate candidate vows to 'fight like hell'

Residents pack the house at the annual hosts 1 & 6 Year Street Improvement Plan open house in Norfolk

Sharp monthly drop in Nebraskans receiving public food aid sounds alarm for advocates

Little Feet on the Farm gives young visitors a hands-on lesson in agriculture

Nebraska Corrections scraps program that would release some prisoners early

Sports

Kearney Little League team advances to Midwest Regional after winning Nebraska title

Tri-City All-Star Baseball Team Prepares for Central Region Tournament

Malcolm blanks Loomis to secure fifth straight Class C Legion junior state championship

UNK athletes and Nebraska natives competing at USA Track and Field National Championships

Basketball all-stars balance competitive edge with fun, ahead of NCA Basketball Senior Showcase

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