Sweltering heat wave grips central and southern US for a second straight day

A scorching heat wave continues across the central and southern United States, leaving at least 40 million people under extreme heat warnings

July 26, 2026Updated: July 26, 2026

By The Associated Press

Beatrice first responders take part in National Night Out

'They're elite': Colandrea gives strong praise of Huskers offensive line

Federal disaster declaration approved for eight Nebraska counties recovering from May severe storms

Some federal financial reinforcements are forthcoming for eight Nebraska counties that suffered widespread storm damage earlier this year.

Crete public, Nebraska police pay final respects to Crete police chief Gary Young

Citizens and police officers from across Southeast Nebraska joined forces Monday to celebrate a man who spent more than 40 years on the force in Crete.

State

Fire extinguished at Norfolk Crush plant

53 mins ago

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

2 hrs 37 mins ago

Ainsworth National Night Out helps families connect with first responders

11 hrs 53 mins ago

Markum sisters show bunnies in Small Animal Show

12 hrs 39 mins ago

The EPA heralds its Omaha cleanup as a success. But we found many yards still have toxic levels of lead

16 hrs 23 mins ago

Macy man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for 2020 sexual assault

16 hrs 53 mins ago

Sports

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

2 hrs 37 mins ago

UNK football returns to practice ahead of new season

14 hrs 43 mins ago

Late comeback ends Nebraska Siege's inaugural season

August 3rd 2026, 8:56 PM UTC

Three Huskers named to preseason All-Big Ten Team

July 30th 2026, 7:41 PM UTC

Nebraska Top 10 Volleyball Tournament brings new showcase, over 100 Teams to Kearney SportsPlex

July 29th 2026, 11:20 PM UTC

Penn State coach, players praise Pierce native Ben Brahmer at Big Ten Media Days

July 29th 2026, 10:12 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