Flood, Backemeyer talk Iran, fuel prices and trade in 1st District debate

The candidates discussed rising fuel prices, the war with Iran and trade policies affecting Nebraska agriculture

September 24, 2026Updated: September 24, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

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Regional

Pilger children to remain in state custody until next hearing

Pilger children to remain in state custody until next hearing

Dad delivers baby on side of Highway 275 with help from Norfolk dispatcher

Dad delivers baby on side of Highway 275 with help from Norfolk dispatcher

Pilger parents sentenced on animal cruelty charges, await update on seven children

Pilger parents sentenced on animal cruelty charges, await update on seven children

Omaha man cited after pickup crashes into creek near Pilger

Omaha man cited after pickup crashes into creek near Pilger

State

Pilger children to remain in state custody until next hearing

Dad delivers baby on side of Highway 275 with help from Norfolk dispatcher

2026 Nebraska Library Fall Crawl kicks off

Gordon City Council President Plans to Resign

Ricketts introduces bill to give farmers ownership of agricultural data

Mullen power outage planned for Sept. 30

Sports

WATCH: Nebraska Men's Basketball begins preseason practice

Blackshirts looking to force more turnovers in Big Ten play

Nebraska to open 2027 season at Arrowhead

Nebraska Basketball begins practice, with Sweet 16 season in rear view

Huskers turn to Michigan State after successful non-conference play

Huskers utilize strong run game, improves pass rush in win over UND

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