Ghost gun company ordered to pay $100M in the death of a Kentucky teen in historic verdict

A ghost gun company has been ordered to pay over $100 million in the death of a Kentucky teenager who had purchased the company's pistol-building kit online

July 16, 2026Updated: July 16, 2026

By JAKE OFFENHARTZ and DYLAN LOVAN

Regional

How a search for a biological father sparked Norfolk’s newest apartment complex

Child taken to hospital after reported emergency at Neligh pool

UNMC tour emphasizes doctor and nurse shortages in rural Nebraska

Troopers Conduct Local Truck Inspections in Madison County

State

Superintendent cites little more than $1 million in staff reductions

TT’s Pub & Grub completes expansion of entertainment room

Warrants lead to drug trafficking, firearms charges

Ghost gun company ordered to pay $100M in the death of a Kentucky teen in historic verdict

Regional

How a search for a biological father sparked Norfolk’s newest apartment complex

Child taken to hospital after reported emergency at Neligh pool

UNMC tour emphasizes doctor and nurse shortages in rural Nebraska

Troopers Conduct Local Truck Inspections in Madison County

State

Superintendent cites little more than $1 million in staff reductions

TT’s Pub & Grub completes expansion of entertainment room

Warrants lead to drug trafficking, firearms charges

Under guidance from SATRA, Southeast Nebraska first responders ascend Farmers Cooperative grain silos for specialized rescue training

Former Valentine police officer sentenced for DUI, changes plea in assault case

How a search for a biological father sparked Norfolk’s newest apartment complex

Sports

Bobcat basketball misses 2026 tournament goal

State Little League tournaments in Kearney sets participation record

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

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