A more perfect union? Congress has been the place where America tries to resolve its problems

It’s one thing to issue a Declaration of Independence, but quite another to stand up a working government

September 9, 2026Updated: September 9, 2026

By LISA MASCARO

Local roots keep Norfolk orthopedic surgeons serving their community

Local roots keep Norfolk orthopedic surgeons serving their community

Madison man's child sexual assault conviction upheld

Madison man's child sexual assault conviction upheld

Nance County SWAT standoff ends safely, Genoa man faces felony charges

Nance County SWAT standoff ends safely, Genoa man faces felony charges

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

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

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

State

Norfolk City Council weighs public concerns over Flock surveillance cameras

Kearney City Council unanimously approves Project Horizon data center

City of Bayard issues 'Do Not Consume' notice for drinking water

Cherry County Events Center raises $1.5 million to match anonymous gift

Elderly male reported missing in Scottsbluff

Gordon man who had been facing multiple counts of child sexual assault sentenced

Sports

Nebraska’s run game competition on full display in early season play

Unsafe court conditions lead to suspension of Nebraska Volleyball Wrigley Field match

Doane falls short against Dakota Wesleyan in first true contest of 2026 season

Hanover handles Thayer Central in border battle, kicks off title defense with resounding win

Discoverers Dominate Maroon Cup

Nebraska sweeps DePaul, turns attention to Wrigley match

Ag & Outdoor

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

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April