White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, youngest person to hold role, to leave at month's end

Trump did not outline plans for who might replace her in the high-profile role.

Updated: August 12, 2026

By Associated Press (AP)

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, youngest person to hold role, to leave at month's end

LE - White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks with reporters in the James Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House, July 23, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

Little Texas, Jake Worthington help Ol' Red close out summer at second country music showcase

In Southeast Nebraska on Saturday, all eyes - and ears - were trained on the Jefferson County Speedway, where Southeast Nebraska radio station Ol' Red closed out the summer with its second annual country music showcase.

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

Doane Football Preview: Tigers are leaning on experience from last year.

SEASON PREVIEW: Norris Volleyball chasing coveted three-peat in 2026

State

City of Madison seeks resident input for long-term transportation plan

8 hrs 12 mins ago

Gov. Jim Pillen appoints 17 members to Nebraska Data Center Task Force

9 hrs 2 mins ago

Star City BMX to Host Nebraska State Championship Final during 600-point racing weekend

9 hrs 21 mins ago

26th Night of Hope Walk for Cancer battles nature

9 hrs 52 mins ago

Severe storm damages buildings, grain elevator in Ord

10 hrs 28 mins ago

Kimball Police Department to host Crisis Intervention Team, Mental Health First Aid trainings next month

11 hrs 27 mins ago

Sports

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

August 17th 2026, 8:25 PM UTC

SEASON PREVIEW: Norris Volleyball chasing coveted three-peat in 2026

August 17th 2026, 6:44 PM UTC

Huskers star power on full display, in Red-White scrimmage

August 17th 2026, 12:07 AM UTC

"First time in 12 years": Holgorsen praises fast-learning offense

August 14th 2026, 11:47 PM UTC

Pro Athletes Highlight Husker Summer Grads

August 14th 2026, 8:57 PM UTC

'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall

August 12th 2026, 8:18 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