Sheriff says Nevada's uncontained Hawk Fire was human-caused, encourages 90,000 people to evacuate

Sheriff says Nevada's uncontained Hawk Fire was human-caused, encourages 90,000 people to evacuate

August 23, 2026Updated: August 23, 2026

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Regional

National health survey underway in northeast Nebraska

National health survey underway in northeast Nebraska

100-year-old Norfolk Junior High auditorium restored with help from community donations

100-year-old Norfolk Junior High auditorium restored with help from community donations

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

City of Madison seeks resident input for long-term transportation plan

City of Madison seeks resident input for long-term transportation plan

State

Big engines, bigger crowds for Thunder by the River

Thunderstorm Warning extended to Cheyenne, Morrill, Banner and Kimball counties

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Central Kimball County

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Kimball County

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northern Logan County in effect until 9:30 p.m.

Flood advisory issued for Cheyenne, Kimball, Banner, Morrill counties

Sports

Norfolk routs Lincoln Northwest in first ever meeting

With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line

St. Cecilia Softball Goes From Hunters to Hunted After First Championship

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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