Trump administration pushes tougher English rules for Mexican train crews crossing into the US

The Trump administration wants to make sure that the Mexican train crews who haul freight over the border can understand key safety safety information in English and that the common practice of using foreign crews to cross into America doesn’t threaten U.S. jobs

July 31, 2026Updated: July 31, 2026

By JOSH FUNK

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.

Ag & Outdoor

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Trump administration pushes tougher English rules for Mexican train crews crossing into the US

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

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

State

Fire extinguished at Norfolk Crush plant

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

Ainsworth National Night Out helps families connect with first responders

Markum sisters show bunnies in Small Animal Show

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

Sports

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

UNK football returns to practice ahead of new season

Late comeback ends Nebraska Siege's inaugural season

Three Huskers named to preseason All-Big Ten Team

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

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