FACT FOCUS: Experts say Trump's claims linking Democrats to communism are inaccurate

President Donald Trump has been warning recently that communism will pose a threat to the U.S. if Democrats win in the upcoming midterm elections

July 2, 2026Updated: July 2, 2026

By MELISSA GOLDIN

Extreme heat, humidity brings added challenge to fire fighting

Extreme heat, humidity brings added challenge to fire fighting

Historical Society hosts naturalization ceremony

The U.S. Immigration Service held a naturalization ceremony just ahead of America 250 anniversary

Sen. Ricketts talks parades, Nebraska culture, and legislative goals at 2026 Beatrice Homestead Days Parade

Sen. Ricketts talks parades, Nebraska culture, and legislative goals at 2026 Beatrice Homestead Days Parade

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.

State

Older and disabled Nebraskans depend on rural transit services. A funding crisis may force major cuts

1 hr 55 mins ago

Volunteers step up as Log Road Fire near Crawford reaches 15% containment

2 hrs 8 mins ago

Kearney Keno one year later: New operator brings changes, debate over results

2 hrs 27 mins ago

President Donald J. Trump approves major disaster declaration for Nebraska

2 hrs 40 mins ago

Cheyenne County Community Center extends gymnasium closure to allow floor finish to cure

3 hrs 8 mins ago

Historical Society hosts naturalization ceremony

3 hrs 12 mins ago

Sports

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

9 hrs 38 mins ago

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

July 2nd 2026, 12:01 AM UTC

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