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November 12, 2026Updated: November 12, 2026

By TED ANTHONY

Regional

Huskers roll by Lindenwood to improve to 3-0

Omaha man accused of shooting at ex-girlfriend arrested after I-80 chase

Husker offense stays optimistic despite rough few weeks, coordinator change

Nebraska auditor questions use of $1.2 million grant awarded to Omaha nonprofit

Bacon torn on Hegseth impeachment as lame-duck session begins

Two people killed in Sunday evening crash in Lincoln

State

Potter-Dix One Act takes first place at first competition of the season

Is Outlook down? Widespread outage hits Microsoft apps

How Mullen volleyball went from 1 win to state champions

Union Pacific temporarily closes two downtown Columbus railroad crossings

Barbie doll honors Nebraska trailblazer Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte

Sports

Previewing the 125th matchup between Doane and Hastings with Hastings head coach Matt Franzen

Youth basketball tips off in Sidney

Huskers roll by Lindenwood to improve to 3-0

Husker Baseball Pledge Kowen Rader, Five Other Patriots Sign Letter of Intent

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Midland Recap, Hastings Preview

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