This rare Nebraska district backed Harris but sent a Republican to Congress. Can Democrats win here?

Just eight of 435 congressional districts backed a Republican in their House race and Democrat Kamala Harris in the 2024 election

August 22, 2026Updated: August 22, 2026

By WILL WEISSERT

Community effort helps fight hunger among Columbus seniors

Community effort helps fight hunger among Columbus seniors

Flood Watch stays in effect as heavy rain continues across eastern Nebraska

Flood watch stays in effect as remnants of hurricane Polo dumps heavy rain across eastern Nebraska

Bark-B-Que brings community together to support Northeast Nebraska animal shelter

Bark-B-Que brings community together to support Northeast Nebraska animal shelter

$76 million project aims to expand and enhance Norfolk wastewater treatment plant

$76 million project aims to expand and enhance Norfolk wastewater treatment plant

Norfolk formally adds odor control deadline to Actus Nutrition’s permit

Norfolk formally adds odor control deadline to Actus Nutrition’s permit

Overnight fire destroys Schuyler funeral home

Overnight fire destroys Schuyler funeral home

State

Dan Osborn among those responding to Trump comments made in Grand Island

‘He’s not coming back': Months after deadly Iranian attack, families of soldiers struggle to cope

Norfolk firefighter recognized for station upgrades and leadership

South Dakota man sentenced to 15 years after I-80 hit-and-run leads to drugs, gun

Nebraska health officials urge routine mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Patrick Rupp recognized as October 2026 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month

Sports

Colandrea’s running ability a major spark to Husker offense

Doane rues frustrating missed chances in Homecoming defeat to Mount Marty

Diller-Odell shuts down Meridian in Homecoming blanking

Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame inducts latest class

Huskers dominate second half, pull away from Maryland for 48-23 win

Defensive dominance delivers 17-14 win for Wayne St.

Ag & Outdoor

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

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

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