Republican Sen. Murkowski says she’ll oppose Blanche nomination as attorney general, narrowing his path to confirmation

Republican Sen. Murkowski says she’ll oppose Blanche nomination as attorney general, narrowing his path to confirmation

August 7, 2026Updated: August 7, 2026

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Regional

Pilger community raises thousands for local pool at 24th Annual Sweet Corn Feed

Pilger community raises thousands for local pool at 24th Annual Sweet Corn Feed

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Norfolk City officials address resident complaints over unfinished road work

Norfolk City officials address resident complaints over unfinished road work

Macy man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for 2020 sexual assault

Macy man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for 2020 sexual assault

State

Juvenile arrested after overnight burglary spree in Rushville

Northeast Nebraska's Growing Together helps unite new teachers

Osborn talks statewide tour, policy priorities at Fairbury town hall

Alliance mother accused of helping daughter conceal murder sentenced on separate charge in Sheridan County

New kind of flu shot is on the way as the FDA approves Moderna’s mRNA-based vaccine

Cattle sale raises money for Valentine’s planned event center

Sports

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

UNK football returns to practice ahead of new season

Late comeback ends Nebraska Siege's inaugural season

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