No clear favorite and plenty of contenders: The 152nd Kentucky Derby is a 20-horse puzzle

There is no clear favorite in the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby that has at least a half-dozen legitimate contenders and maybe more horses that can win it

May 1, 2026Updated: May 1, 2026

By STEPHEN WHYNO

Regional

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After it was approved by the governor's office last week, an emergency declaration for the severe storms that struck the state of Nebraska in May is now heading off for approval in Washington, D.C.

UNMC names H. Dele Davies as next chancellor

Flood Communications' Angie Stenger appointed to Nebraska State College Board of Trustees

State

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No clear favorite and plenty of contenders: The 152nd Kentucky Derby is a 20-horse puzzle

Regional

Bluebird Improv set to perform at Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk

Approved in Nebraska, severe storm emergency declaration now heads to D.C.

UNMC names H. Dele Davies as next chancellor

Flood Communications' Angie Stenger appointed to Nebraska State College Board of Trustees

State

LLCHD reports mosquitoes test positive for West Nile in Lincoln

USDA issues warning to Creighton University over animal testing violation

TCEDA Executive Director Carley Bruning Named NEDA Professional of the Year

Private power already stalled in Otoe County

Lincoln attorney disbarred after allegedly fabricating legal documents

Nebraska’s governor doesn’t carry a state-issued phone. Critics call it an abuse of state disclosure laws.

Sports

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Northeastern Junior College Announces Addition of Beach Volleyball for 2026–2027 Academic Year

Ag & Outdoor

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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

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities