FACT FOCUS: Trump and Republicans blame France's immigrants for riots without evidence

President Donald Trump and leading Republicans are trying to leverage widespread riots in France ahead of mid-term congressional elections by making unsubstantiated claims that the social unrest in Europe is caused by Muslim migrants

October 20, 2026Updated: October 20, 2026

By SYLVIE CORBET and JOSEPH WILSON

Actus Nutrition says tank cover installed, further odor mitigation underway

Nebraska state senate term limits up for vote this election

Pillen and Walz Face Off on Nebraska’s Biggest Issues

Republican incumbent Jim Pillen is facing Democratic challenger Lynne Walz, a former state lawmaker from Fremont.

Norfolk Chamber opens larger haunted house for Halloween season

Water main break closes 5th St. south of Norfolk Ave.

Norfolk’s police dog Kane retires after five years on duty

FACT FOCUS: Trump and Republicans blame France's immigrants for riots without evidence

Actus Nutrition says tank cover installed, further odor mitigation underway

Nebraska state senate term limits up for vote this election

Pillen and Walz Face Off on Nebraska’s Biggest Issues

Norfolk Chamber opens larger haunted house for Halloween season

Water main break closes 5th St. south of Norfolk Ave.

Norfolk’s police dog Kane retires after five years on duty

State

Three Sidney coaches earn Western Conference coaching awards

FEMA launches new online flood insurance option for Nebraskans

Kearney Archway ready to light up the night once again

Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon calls Trump ‘morally blind’ over war in Ukraine

Suspicious substance sent to Sen. Deb Fischer's Omaha office

Nebraska Appleseed says 40,000 have lost SNAP benefits since federal changes took effect

Sports

'We're two plays away from being a Top 10 team': Rhule reflects heading into bye week

Gretna wins third state title with 2-1 victory over Gretna East

Kearney Catholic secures first ever softball state title, tops Bishop Neumann 3-0

Despite more good work on the ground, Doane can’t keep pace with nationally-ranked Northwestern

Crete’s state softball run ends after three tight contests

State Softball Championship Matchups Set

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