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

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Norfolk will advertise for bids for Ta-Ha-Zouka softball improvements project

New sculpture installed at Victory Road roundabout

Columbus Sertomaland Playground reopens with all-inclusive upgrades

Hope Crisis Center chief chats with county commissioners about funding, services

Hope Crisis Center executive director Carmen Hinman is touting her organization's successes but isn't shying away from its funding struggles in her conversations with county boards this summer.

‘Every parent’s worst nightmare’: Norfolk man sentenced on federal child porn charges

State

Former Boys Town teacher, wife charged with child abuse

McIntosh Room Officially open to the public

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

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Norfolk will advertise for bids for Ta-Ha-Zouka softball improvements project

New sculpture installed at Victory Road roundabout

Columbus Sertomaland Playground reopens with all-inclusive upgrades

Hope Crisis Center chief chats with county commissioners about funding, services

‘Every parent’s worst nightmare’: Norfolk man sentenced on federal child porn charges

State

Former Boys Town teacher, wife charged with child abuse

McIntosh Room Officially open to the public

Former Northeast pitcher Aidan Brainard selected by Texas Rangers in MLB Draft

Wakefield woman taken into ICE custody after Stanton County traffic stop

Blue River Czechs seek to instill a passion for polka and Czech heritage in future generations

Arc of Norfolk hosts Disability Pride celebration to promote inclusion and allyship

Sports

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

UNK football speaks at media day ahead of fall camp

Big Ten Media Days begins this week in Chicago

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

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