FACT FOCUS: Could Canada leave US cities in the dark as part of the trade war? Not likely

Social media users are claiming that Canada could shut off electricity in the U.S. and cause massive blackouts if the trade war between the two countries escalates further

August 26, 2026Updated: August 26, 2026

By MELISSA GOLDIN

Regional

'Pushing each other every day': Husker running back battle continues, with strides being made

Retiree's river journey tests endurance

Omaha's largest public school district stops officers from using electric shock gloves

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

Huskers star power on full display, in Red-White scrimmage

Fremont man sentenced to 29 years in federal child pornography case

State

Polygamous sect leader gets 24 years in prison for child abuse after girls found in trailer

In rural Nebraska, data center concerns cross political lines

City of Kimball increases pool rates for summer 2027

NPPD planning power line project connecting parts of southern Nebraska and northern Kansas

23 Nebraska National Guard members return home from Washington deployment

Sports

With addition of five-star Husker commit Trae Taylor, Millard South eyes three-peat

'Pushing each other every day': Husker running back battle continues, with strides being made

Hastings Softball Looking to Build Off Strong Start

Community volleyball season starts August 27

Norfolk routs Lincoln Northwest in first ever meeting

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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