'I just want a chance': Moroccans sought better future in collective crossing to Spain territory

When he heard that the border was breached, Abdulah Buji jumped on his motorbike and rode as fast as he could to join the tens of thousands of other Moroccans who swam en masse to reach Spanish territory

August 1, 2026Updated: August 1, 2026

By SERGIO RODRIGO RUÍZ and JOSEPH WILSON

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

Buddy Baseball creates space for every athlete on the field in Norfolk

Norfolk LAN Party connects local gamers in person

'I just want a chance': Moroccans sought better future in collective crossing to Spain territory

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

Buddy Baseball creates space for every athlete on the field in Norfolk

Norfolk LAN Party connects local gamers in person

Saline County town kicks off annual Czech Festival

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

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