No clear favorite and plenty of contenders: The 152nd Kentucky Derby is a 20-horse puzzle

There is no clear favorite in the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby that has at least a half-dozen legitimate contenders and maybe more horses that can win it

May 1, 2026Updated: May 1, 2026

By STEPHEN WHYNO

NWS confirms 8 tornadoes from June 11 severe weather outbreak

SUV ends up on golf course after crash in Gage County

Milford volleyball star Shayla Rautenberg commits to Nebraska

State of Nebraska approves emergency declarations for nine counties affected by May's severe storms

Help is on the way for areas of Nebraska that were adversely affected by strong bouts of severe weather last month.

State

Norfolk City Council approves framework for entertainment districts

8 hrs 2 mins ago

Ellwanger appointed as Tourism Director

10 hrs 53 mins ago

Nebraska’s projected budget deficit exceeds $170 million following new tax receipts

10 hrs 56 mins ago

Douglas County corrections employee accused of allowing inmate video calls and texts

11 hrs 26 mins ago

Final rules for Medicaid work requirements are out. Here’s what you need to know

12 hrs 8 mins ago

Wake Forest offers Garden County senior a place on grid iron squad

13 hrs 57 mins ago

Sports

Milford volleyball star Shayla Rautenberg commits to Nebraska

14 hrs 33 mins ago

WNCC names Shayane Poirot has women’s basketball coach

20 hrs 30 mins ago

Red stifles White for All-Star Classic win

June 13th 2026, 4:03 AM UTC

UNK extends women's basketball coach Drew Johnson through 2029

June 9th 2026, 10:07 PM UTC

Gary Sánchez hits first homer since April 14, Brewers complete sweep of Rockies with 12-4 win

June 8th 2026, 1:06 AM UTC

Brewers score 8 late runs, stun Rockies 9-7 in wild 10-inning victory

June 6th 2026, 2:00 PM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

May 28th 2026, 7:44 PM UTC

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey

May 23rd 2026, 6:01 AM UTC