Defying Pope Leo XIV and risking schism, traditionalists go ahead with planned consecrations

A breakaway group of traditionalist Catholics is set to directly defy Pope Leo XIV by consecrating four bishops without his consent

July 1, 2026Updated: July 1, 2026

By NICOLE WINFIELD and JAMEY KEATEN

Regional

Nebraska AG Hilgers approves medical cannabis regulations; Governor Pillen to review next

Nebraska AG Hilgers approves medical cannabis regulations; Governor Pillen to review next

Student-led group brings nostalgia back to Columbus with Pawnee Park drive-In theater

Student-led group brings nostalgia back to Columbus with Pawnee Park drive-In theater

Lincoln woman with six warrants arrested after Norfolk traffic stop

Lincoln woman with six warrants arrested after Norfolk traffic stop

Community pool reopens after more than $800K in repairs

Community pool reopens after more than $800K in repairs

State

Lake Mac Casino introduces table games

Bicyclist traveling across the nation rides through Nebraska

Tornado Warning issued for Cheyenne County

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Panhandle counties

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Logan County, Colorado

High winds push Log Road Fire near Crawford beyond containment lines

Sports

Kearney hosts Nebraska Lions All-Star Golf Tournament, honoring state's top senior golfers

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

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