Turning Point USA’s high school push in GOP states meets free speech and religion concerns

A push by Republican leaders to promote Turning Point USA chapters in public high schools is stirring a free speech debate

April 15, 2026Updated: April 15, 2026

By MARGERY A. BECK and SAHAR AKBARZAI

Regional

Osmond woman killed, passenger injured in crash involving tractor in Pierce County

Osmond woman killed, passenger injured in crash involving tractor in Pierce County

Clearwater residents invited to help shape village’s next 10 years

Clearwater residents invited to help shape village’s next 10 years

Iowa man injured after falling from tree stand near Pilger

Iowa man injured after falling from tree stand near Pilger

Norfolk organizations partner for 5th annual summit on family violence and child abuse

Norfolk organizations partner for 5th annual summit on family violence and child abuse

State

Vance announces $1.3 billion fertilizer investment, plans for two Nebraska facilities

Osmond woman killed, passenger injured in crash involving tractor in Pierce County

UNK announces plan to close Mantor Hall after 60+ years

Vance draws crowd to North Platte - WATCH LIVE

Pillen highlights state's drinking water fund as Plattsmouth rebounds from flooding

Norfolk warns of scam emails posing as city invoices

Sports

Previewing the 2026 HAC Volleyball Tournament Championship with Lincoln North Star head coach Jeremiah Kroll

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Northwestern Recap, Briar Cliff Preview

Oregon Breakdown | Bye Week Adjustments | Recruiting Special | Nebraska Football Now

Garden County grinds to victory at Leyton Triangular

'We're two plays away from being a Top 10 team': Rhule reflects heading into bye week

Gretna wins third state title with 2-1 victory over Gretna East

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

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer