Polygamous sect leader convicted of abuse charges after girls found in trailer on Arizona highway

A polygamous sect leader has been convicted on child abuse charges in Arizona while already serving a 50-year sentence in federal prison for orchestrating sex involving children

June 26, 2026Updated: June 27, 2026

By JACQUES BILLEAUD and JOSH KELETY

Regional

Flood protection plan approved for North Fork Elkhorn River watershed in northeast Nebraska

Rising from the ashes, Creighton Main Street staples find temporary home after devastating fire

In May, a devastating fire threatened to rip the heart out of Creighton’s Main Street, destroying four local businesses.

Kelly’s Fastpitch 16U Schwedhelm claims Class B State Championship

Scooter crash serves as stark reminder for helmet safety

State

Thayer County man arrested after police pursuit

Omaha couple arrested in Gage County thefts

Fireworks cause grass fire, according to Gordon Volunteer Fire Department

Polygamous sect leader convicted of abuse charges after girls found in trailer on Arizona highway

Regional

Flood protection plan approved for North Fork Elkhorn River watershed in northeast Nebraska

Rising from the ashes, Creighton Main Street staples find temporary home after devastating fire

Kelly’s Fastpitch 16U Schwedhelm claims Class B State Championship

Scooter crash serves as stark reminder for helmet safety

State

Thayer County man arrested after police pursuit

Omaha couple arrested in Gage County thefts

Fireworks cause grass fire, according to Gordon Volunteer Fire Department

Former Nebraska wrestler A.J. Ferrari arrested after high-speed chase

Two arrested after pursuits on Friday

2026 Homestead Days Weekend

Sports

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

A goal to spread soccer lands Omaha kids on the World Cup field

4-H nationals bring thousands to Grand Island

Oklahoma dominates UNC, wins first College World Series since 1994

Hundreds of hoopers compete at growing UNK basketball camp

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