Hong Kong leader says the housing minister resigned after an investigation into a deadly fire found inadequate oversight

Hong Kong leader says the housing minister resigned after an investigation into a deadly fire found inadequate oversight

October 29, 2026Updated: October 29, 2026

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Regional

Lincoln police, Lancaster County sheriff's patches light up Las Vegas Sphere

Lincoln Sports Foundation Campus cuts ribbon on four new volleyball courts

Nebraska seeks federal disaster assistance after flooding, Douglas County loans approved

Harvest Help app connects farmers with seasonal workers amid labor shortage

Gov. Pillen Requests Federal Disaster Declaration for Flood Damaged Counties

Douglas County investigators recover nearly $1.15 million for scam victims in 2026

State

Newman Grove residents push back against community center proposal

Elm Creek community discusses housing needs, opportunities for future growth

Stanton County receives $11,837 grant for new emergency response drone

Emergency repairs begin on Highway 15 Platte River Bridge near Schuyler

Mother of child victim takes the stand in Timothy Erks trial

Sports

Holgorsen challenging Husker running backs in second half of the season

South Platte sweeps to subdistrict title in D2 District 11

15th-ranked SW Minnesota State hands Wayne State their first conference loss

Pierce Punishes the Pioneers to Punch Their Ticket to the District Final

Blackshirts zeroing in on fourth quarter shutouts in back half of season

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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