This US House district was once a political battleground. Now it shows why Congress is dysfunctional

The number of politically competitive U.S. House seats is shrinking rapidly

October 24, 2026Updated: October 24, 2026

By NICHOLAS RICCARDI

Regional

Flood receives NAHB Defender of Housing Award in Norfolk

Flood receives NAHB Defender of Housing Award in Norfolk

Man killed in Polk County shooting, suspect fatally shot in Butler County

Man killed in Polk County shooting, suspect fatally shot in Butler County

Scene secured after police pursuit of armed suspect in Butler and Polk counties

Scene secured after police pursuit of armed suspect in Butler and Polk counties

Trump targets midwest House seats and Senate race during Sioux City campaign stop

Trump targets midwest house seats and senate race during Sioux City campaign stop

State

Flood receives NAHB Defender of Housing Award in Norfolk

Man killed in Polk County shooting, suspect fatally shot in Butler County

No remains found in basement dig for missing Lincoln woman Regina Bos

In rural Nebraska, mail voting saves money and boosts access. Restrictions could change that

Nebraska man arrested after Jeep allegedly runs over 14-year-old riding dirt bike

Scene secured after police pursuit of armed suspect in Butler and Polk counties

Sports

Beatrice runner Ribble places 3rd at state cross country

Plainview/Osmond plays spoiler in week 9

Liam Gonzalez becomes Norfolk High's first boys cross country state champion

Wayne bounces back from first-set loss for third place finish at Mid-State tournament

Pierce sweeps Guardian Angels for sixth straight conference title

Previewing the 2026 HAC Volleyball Tournament Championship with Lincoln North Star head coach Jeremiah Kroll

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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