Artemis II's moonbound astronauts capture Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they leave it behind

The Artemis II astronauts have captured Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they zoom ever closer to the moon. NASA released the crew's first downlinked images

Updated: April 3, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Artemis II's moonbound astronauts capture Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they leave it behind

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Regional

Gov. Pillen declares state of emergency for Crofton after powerful storm

Norfolk School Board candidates outline priorities at Elkhorn Valley Museum forum

Man reaches plea agreement to avoid death penalty in 2023 Fort Calhoun killing

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State

Child care leaders gather in Kearney for statewide conference

Nebraska minimum wage will increase next year by 29 cents less than voters called for

Artemis II's moonbound astronauts capture Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they leave it behind

Regional

Gov. Pillen declares state of emergency for Crofton after powerful storm

Norfolk School Board candidates outline priorities at Elkhorn Valley Museum forum

Man reaches plea agreement to avoid death penalty in 2023 Fort Calhoun killing

Pilger children to remain in state custody until next hearing

State

Child care leaders gather in Kearney for statewide conference

Nebraska minimum wage will increase next year by 29 cents less than voters called for

‘Give Like Dolly’ Helps Put Books in Hands of Nebraska Kids

Gov. Pillen declares state of emergency for Crofton after powerful storm

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Sports

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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

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Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April