Photos show destruction from wildfires in Greece as blazes take hold in Europe and parts of the US

August 3, 2026Updated: August 3, 2026

By The Associated Press

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

A century-old tradition lives on at Bow Valley's Schuetzenfest

U.S. Senate challenger Osborn touts personal history, outlines campaign goals in Southeast Nebraska town hall tour

Huge crowds for 65th Annual National Czech Festival

Buddy Baseball creates space for every athlete on the field in Norfolk

Norfolk LAN Party connects local gamers in person

Sports

Three Huskers named to preseason All-Big Ten Team

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

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