A spacecraft launches from a Pacific atoll on a mission to rescue an aging NASA telescope

A spacecraft launches from a Pacific atoll on a mission to rescue an aging NASA telescope

July 3, 2026Updated: July 3, 2026

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Regional

Former Northeast pitcher Aidan Brainard selected by Texas Rangers in MLB Draft

Former Northeast pitcher Aidan Brainard selected by Texas Rangers in MLB Draft

Wakefield woman taken into ICE custody after Stanton County traffic stop

Wakefield woman taken into ICE custody after Stanton County traffic stop

For young Nebraskans, homeownership grows increasingly out of reach

For young Nebraskans, homeownership grows increasingly out of reach

Stanton County Fair shifts gears as much-needed rain moves in

Stanton County Fair shifts gears as much-needed rain moves in

State

Late comeback ends Nebraska Siege's inaugural season

Lodgepole Community Fund awards grant to Panther Activity Center

Lodgepole Community Fund awards grant to Lodgepole’s Old Settlers’ Days

Procession held honoring former Crete police chief

Nebraska Sen. Margo Juarez shares cancer diagnosis

Fatality crash reported east of Syracuse

Sports

Late comeback ends Nebraska Siege's inaugural season

Three Huskers named to preseason All-Big Ten Team

Nebraska Top 10 Volleyball Tournament brings new showcase, over 100 Teams to Kearney SportsPlex

Penn State coach, players praise Pierce native Ben Brahmer at Big Ten Media Days

UNK football speaks at media day ahead of fall camp

Big Ten Media Days begins this week in Chicago

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