Trump Accounts launch July 4, giving newborns $1,000. Here's what to know

President Donald Trump is launching Trump Accounts on July 4, aiming to boost financial independence for children born during his second term

July 2, 2026Updated: July 2, 2026

By MORIAH BALINGIT

Roehl pleads no contest to reduced child porn charges; Roland, Johnston credited for time served

Updates on cases involving Nicholas Roehl, Terry Johnston, Gary Keller, and others from Thursday's Jefferson County District Court proceedings.

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Work coming along at Beatrice Community Cancer Garden, ribbon cutting set for later this month

Work coming along at Beatrice Community Cancer Garden, ribbon cutting set for later this month

'Pretty exciting news': Fairbury officials react to Brownfields grant, discuss plans for future

'Pretty exciting news': Fairbury officials react to Brownfields grant, discuss plans for future

State

Roehl pleads no contest to reduced child porn charges; Roland, Johnston credited for time served

1 hr 57 mins ago

State says 'no concern observed' in Lodgepole water

2 hrs 1 min ago

Authorities seek tips in suspected Phelps-Gosper arson fires

2 hrs 19 mins ago

Buffalo County outlines weather backup plan for July 4 fireworks

2 hrs 22 mins ago

Former Lincoln orthopedic surgeon accused of sexual harassment faces discipline

2 hrs 53 mins ago

Norfolk Avenue to close for River Point District gateway sign installation

3 hrs 53 mins ago

Sports

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

4 hrs 23 mins ago

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

19 hrs 56 mins ago

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

July 1st 2026, 4:34 PM UTC

Kearney hosts Nebraska Lions All-Star Golf Tournament, honoring state's top senior golfers

June 30th 2026, 11:03 PM UTC

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

June 26th 2026, 9:41 PM UTC

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

June 25th 2026, 5:42 PM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

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