AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Nebraska on Election Day

Republicans in the ruby-red state of Nebraska have found themselves on the back foot this midterm season as their opponents have made surprising gains in key races

October 29, 2026Updated: October 30, 2026

By CAMILLE BAKER

Newman Grove residents push back against community center proposal

Emergency repairs begin on Highway 15 Platte River Bridge near Schuyler

Authorities identify men involved in Polk, Butler county shootings

One man was murdered and another was killed after shooting at law enforcement on Friday in eastern Nebraska.

22-year-old dies in crash north of Hartington

Man killed in Polk County shooting, suspect fatally shot in Butler County

Scene secured after police pursuit of armed suspect in Butler and Polk counties

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Nebraska on Election Day

Newman Grove residents push back against community center proposal

Emergency repairs begin on Highway 15 Platte River Bridge near Schuyler

Authorities identify men involved in Polk, Butler county shootings

22-year-old dies in crash north of Hartington

Man killed in Polk County shooting, suspect fatally shot in Butler County

Scene secured after police pursuit of armed suspect in Butler and Polk counties

State

Kearney entrepreneurs pitch big ideas for share of $8,500

Valentine restaurant plans to close Dec. 31

Gordon City Council faces second vacancy in weeks

Governor not criminally implicated in no-bid contract investigation

Strong growth and inflation paints mixed picture of economy days before midterm elections

ICE arrests Mexico man convicted of attempted sexual assault in Omaha

Sports

Report: Quarterback Anthony Colandrea re-signs with Huskers

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Briar Cliff Recap, Concordia Preview

Coaching staffs announced for 50th Sertoma eight-man football all-star game

Holgorsen challenging Husker running backs in second half of the season

South Platte sweeps to subdistrict title in D2 District 11

15th-ranked SW Minnesota State hands Wayne State their first conference loss

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