Jury now deliberating the fate of 32-year-old Timothy Erks

The rural Liberty man has been on trial in the death of five-year-old Felix Reyna

November 4, 2026Updated: November 4, 2026

By Doug Kennedy

Jury now deliberating the fate of 32-year-old Timothy Erks

1 / 2

Prosecutor William Tangeman and Defense Attorney Brooklyn Terrill,...presenting closing arguments

Regional

Flood discusses priorities after winning reelection in Nebraska’s 1st District

Denise Powell makes history with win in Nebraska’s 2nd District

Rep. Don Bacon says Trump’s low favorability, tariffs are making midterms tougher for Republicans

Douglas County reports smooth Election Day, slight shift toward in-person early voting

Wahoo Locker awarded $250,000 USDA grant for packaging equipment

Former Bellevue East teacher sentenced to 14 years in federal prison

State

Flood discusses priorities after winning reelection in Nebraska’s 1st District

CCC-Columbus campus president to retire

Jury now deliberating the fate of 32-year-old Timothy Erks

Filmmaker, lead actor discuss impactful message of family drama film after screening in Kimball

Northeast Community College Board of Directors election results

Sports

Husker offense looking for quick turnaround, on short week

Rhule backs coaching staff, despite three game losing steak

Strong offensive showing helps Huskers dominate Le Moyne in season opener

Forgy sets record in Wayne State blowout

Despite multiple season highs on offense, Doane can’t keep pace with quick-strike Concordia

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