Nebraska ranks fifth-best state in new U.S. News report

Annual rankings highlight the state's strong infrastructure and fiscal stability

July 29, 2026Updated: July 29, 2026

By Naydu Daza Maya

Nebraska ranks fifth-best state in new U.S. News report

Toadstool Geologic ParkPhoto courtesy - Visit Nebraska

Regional

Big Ten Media Days begins this week in Chicago

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

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

State

Nebraska Top 10 Volleyball Tournament brings new showcase, over 100 Teams to Kearney SportsPlex

First female Nebraska American Legion umpire takes the field

Nebraska ranks fifth-best state in new U.S. News report

Truck driver dies in accident, near East Junction of U.S. 77 and Nebraska 41

New cell tower coming to Endicott, new roof coming to Jefferson County law enforcement center

Sports

Nebraska Top 10 Volleyball Tournament brings new showcase, over 100 Teams to Kearney SportsPlex

Penn State coach, players praise Pierce native Ben Brahmer at Big Ten Media Days

UNK football speaks at media day ahead of fall camp

Big Ten Media Days begins this week in Chicago

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

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