Humpback whale 'Timmy' released in the North Sea after weeks stranded off Germany

A rescue team has released from a barge in the North Sea a humpback whale that had been stranded in shallow waters near Germany since March, witnesses said

May 2, 2026Updated: May 2, 2026

By AP null

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 44 mins ago

Ellwanger appointed as Tourism Director

11 hrs 35 mins ago

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

11 hrs 38 mins ago

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

12 hrs 8 mins ago

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

12 hrs 50 mins ago

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

14 hrs 39 mins ago

Sports

Milford volleyball star Shayla Rautenberg commits to Nebraska

15 hrs 15 mins ago

WNCC names Shayane Poirot has women’s basketball coach

21 hrs 12 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