Humpback whale freed by rescuers in Baltic Sea has become stranded again

A humpback whale has become stranded again in the Baltic Sea after rescuers in Germany help it escape earlier in the week

March 28, 2026Updated: March 28, 2026

By KIRSTEN GRIESHABER

Regional

Norfolk Arts Center leadership addresses questions over its future

Norfolk Arts Center leadership addresses questions over its future

Norfolk adds two new AEDs at city parks

Norfolk adds two new AEDs at city parks

National health survey underway in northeast Nebraska

National health survey underway in northeast Nebraska

100-year-old Norfolk Junior High auditorium restored with help from community donations

100-year-old Norfolk Junior High auditorium restored with help from community donations

State

New Broken Bow facility aims to turn livestock waste into renewable natural gas

Omaha man arrested after pursuit in stolen delivery van on I-80

Narjes takes on City library directorship

Nebraska certifies two new political parties following state Supreme Court ruling

California man faces drug possession, but not distribution charge, after more than 100 grams of meth found near Valentine, 5 pounds found in motel

Steffen retains planning role for Richardson County

Sports

Doane Football Coach Conversations: 2026 Season Preview

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

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April