France returns 23 Syrian treasures after 15 years as Macron visits Damascus

France has returned 23 Syrian archaeological treasures after they remained in the country for about 15 years

July 9, 2026Updated: July 9, 2026

By SALLY ABOU ALJOUD and GHAITH ALSAYED

’It’s an honor’: Korean War veterans receive medallions in Norfolk

’It’s an honor’: Korean War veterans receive medallions in Norfolk

New initiative aims to give Nebraska childcare providers a break

New initiative aims to give Nebraska childcare providers a break

Rep. Flood gets cheers and jeers at second town hall of the year

Rep. Flood gets cheers and jeers at second town hall of the year

Scrutiny over possible entertainment districts continues

Norfolk City Council fast-tracks new entertainment district ordinance despite pushback

Dan Osborn denies former staffer's claim that he recruited Graham Platner

Dan Osborn denies former staffer's claim he recruited Graham Platner

Rep. Mike Flood to host town hall in Bellevue Tuesday

Rep. Mike Flood to host town hall in Bellevue Tuesday

State

Rising Country artist Jaden Schumacher releases new single

‘No reasonable, credible explanation’: Lincoln man sentenced in 2025 domestic violence homicide

State of Nebraska adds witness tampering charge in Gage County case involving child death

Prairie School reunion planned for August 1 at Overland Trail Museum

Thunderstorm Warning until 9:30 p.m. for Panhandle counties

’It’s an honor’: Korean War veterans receive medallions in Norfolk

Sports

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

Kearney hosts Nebraska Lions All-Star Golf Tournament, honoring state's top senior golfers

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities