Washington Post wins Pulitzer Prize for public service for coverage of Trump's overhaul of federal agencies

May 4, 2026Updated: May 4, 2026

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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.

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

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

Washington Post wins Pulitzer Prize for public service for coverage of Trump's overhaul of federal agencies

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

Hundreds of wrestlers pack downtown Grand Island for Friday Night Lights event

East Team Seeks Repeat Victory in Sertoma 8-Man Classic

Field day aims to excite kids in Fairbury about a future in football

West Team Looking for Redemption in Sertoma 8-Man Classic

UNK grad Ayami Sato earned her place – and GOAT status – in the NBA

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

Ag & Outdoor

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

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities