As Juneteenth is celebrated across the US, Obama’s presidential center opens in Chicago

former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama welcomed the first visitors to his presidential center

June 19, 2026Updated: June 19, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

As Juneteenth is celebrated across the US, Obama’s presidential center opens in Chicago

A person, who declined to give his name, stands for a photo during a Juneteenth celebration in the Leimert Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, Friday, June 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

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

As Juneteenth is celebrated across the US, Obama’s presidential center opens in Chicago

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

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.

Reyes sentenced to six months in jail for attempted terroristic threats

Robinson retiring from Plummer Insurance

Sports

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

Sidney Seniors Top Gordon 8-3 to Stay Unbeaten

Ag & Outdoor

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

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey