AP News Summary at 1:16 a.m. EDT

July 29, 2026Updated: July 29, 2026

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From tractors to fire extinguishers, Ag Safety Day helps educate kids on all things ag safety

The Progressive Ag Safety program provides local kids with direct, hands on exposure to all sorts of situations where good safety practices are essential.

JCH&L prepares for next phase of fitness center renovations

Anyone who uses the fitness center at Jefferson Community Health & Life will soon see the first major signs of progress in the hospital's major renovation and expansion project.

Big Ten Media Days begins this week in Chicago

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

State

Schizophrenia defense takes center stage in Ruskamp murder trial closing statements

5 hrs 15 mins ago

Child abuse charges dismissed against Pilger couple

8 hrs 46 mins ago

From tractors to fire extinguishers, Ag Safety Day helps educate kids on all things ag safety

9 hrs 24 mins ago

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Deuel, Garden counties

9 hrs 34 mins ago

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Garden County

10 hrs 10 mins ago

Panhandle Public Health District recognized with Model Practice Awards

10 hrs 22 mins ago

Sports

UNK football speaks at media day ahead of fall camp

July 27th 2026, 8:22 PM UTC

Big Ten Media Days begins this week in Chicago

July 27th 2026, 7:35 PM UTC

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

July 27th 2026, 3:09 PM UTC

Kearney Little League team advances to Midwest Regional after winning Nebraska title

July 23rd 2026, 10:07 PM UTC

Tri-City All-Star Baseball Team Prepares for Central Region Tournament

July 23rd 2026, 1:26 PM UTC

Malcolm blanks Loomis to secure fifth straight Class C Legion junior state championship

July 23rd 2026, 6:48 AM 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