Left-leaning Washington and Colorado join more conservative states in banning transgender athletes

Voters in Washington and Colorado have approved measures to ban transgender athletes from participating in school sports

November 6, 2026Updated: November 6, 2026

By WILL GRAVES

Regional

Denise Powell outlines priorities after winning Nebraska’s 2nd District

Jury finds Timothy Erks guilty of child abuse resulting in death, four other felonies

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

State

North Central volleyball makes school history with first trip to state

Denise Powell outlines priorities after winning Nebraska’s 2nd District

Nebraska records its highest midterm voter turnout rate of the 21st century

Jury finds Timothy Erks guilty of child abuse resulting in death, four other felonies

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

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