Amazon set to expand drone delivery of lightweight packages to 500 US cities

Millions more people may be able to get smaller, lightweight Amazon packages delivered by drones by the end of the year under a plan the company announced Thursday to expand the airborne shipping to suburban areas in nearly 500 U.S. cities

August 19, 2026Updated: August 19, 2026

By JOSH FUNK

Omaha man sentenced to 25 years for distributing child sexual abuse material

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Nebraska inmate accused of killing cellmate has murder case bound over to district court

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The Auburn City Council applauded a seasonal worker Monday who led a rescue of a woman and her dog

State

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Kimball cross country runner qualifies for State

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Banana Ball World Tour coming to Omaha in 2027

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The price of a house keeps climbing. One wannabe Omaha homebuyer goes hunting for solutions.

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Sports

Lexington doubles duo of Neff, Diaz take #2 Doubles title

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Previewing Nebraska/Oregon with Ben Kaufman of the Oregon Accelerator

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State Softball Tournament Suspended Due to Rain

October 15th 2026, 9:52 PM UTC

Huskers remain quiet on potential Dylan Raiola reunion vs. Ducks

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Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

September 25th 2026, 4:07 AM UTC

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

August 21st 2026, 7:10 PM UTC

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

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