Telegram's billionaire founder Pavel Durov has faced legal woes before -- in Russia and France

Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder and CEO of the Telegram messaging app, has repeatedly run into trouble with both the Kremlin and Western officials as he cast himself as a champion of free speech

July 29, 2026Updated: July 29, 2026

By The Associated Press

Regional

Wisner man convicted of first-degree murder in father's 2022 killing

Schizophrenia defense takes center stage in Ruskamp murder trial closing statements

Rep. Mike Flood to hold Lincoln town hall Tuesday

Two teens injured after modified vehicle rolls in Stanton County

State

3 teens arrested after stealing $14K in iPads, thousands in clothing from Lincoln stores, police say

Wisner man convicted of first-degree murder in father's 2022 killing

Community leaders discuss Faith Health's role in Northeast Nebraska

Telegram's billionaire founder Pavel Durov has faced legal woes before -- in Russia and France

Regional

Wisner man convicted of first-degree murder in father's 2022 killing

Schizophrenia defense takes center stage in Ruskamp murder trial closing statements

Rep. Mike Flood to hold Lincoln town hall Tuesday

Two teens injured after modified vehicle rolls in Stanton County

State

3 teens arrested after stealing $14K in iPads, thousands in clothing from Lincoln stores, police say

Wisner man convicted of first-degree murder in father's 2022 killing

Community leaders discuss Faith Health's role in Northeast Nebraska

Kimball Victory Garden delivers first harvest to Food Bank, continues to receive community donations

Multiple evacuations from overnight fire

Schizophrenia defense takes center stage in Ruskamp murder trial closing statements

Sports

UNK football speaks at media day ahead of fall camp

Big Ten Media Days begins this week in Chicago

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Kearney Little League team advances to Midwest Regional after winning Nebraska title

Tri-City All-Star Baseball Team Prepares for Central Region Tournament

Malcolm blanks Loomis to secure fifth straight Class C Legion junior state championship

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