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Government & Politics

BioBlitzers catalog wildlife in U.S., Mexico as walls go up along border

BioBlitzers catalog wildlife in U.S., Mexico as walls go up along border

  • Henry Brean Arizona Daily Star

As border wall construction accelerates, ecologists are cataloging wildlife on both sides of the international boundary and tracking the movements of rare species like jaguar and ocelot in Southern Arizona.

How redistricting and the Supreme Court have cut voters out of US House races

How redistricting and the Supreme Court have cut voters out of US House races

  • JOSEPH AX Reuters

The lack of competitive races means that control of the U.S. House of Representatives will likely be determined in November's midterm election by fewer than 10% of Americans.

US sinks Iranian small boats, shoots down missiles, drones as it opens Strait

US sinks Iranian small boats, shoots down missiles, drones as it opens Strait

  • Parisa Hafezi, Ahmed Tolba and Phil Stewart Reuters

The U.S. military said Monday it destroyed six Iranian small boats as it sought to thwart a new U.S. naval effort to open shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

US Supreme Court lets abortion pill mail delivery restart for now

US Supreme Court lets abortion pill mail delivery restart for now

  • Andrew Chung Reuters

The case puts the issue of abortion back in front of the justices, who must confront another effort by abortion opponents to scale back access to mifepristone.

Online betting scandals are getting worse. Will Congress intervene?

Online betting scandals are getting worse. Will Congress intervene?

  • Zachary Schermele USA Today

Bills were introduced in recent months seeking to rein in the platforms, yet a complicated legal and political landscape lies ahead.

Update: Trump says US will help free ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz

Update: Trump says US will help free ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz

  • Parisa Hafezi and Jacob Bogage Reuters

President Donald Trump said Sunday that the United States would begin an effort Monday morning to free up ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz.

What do Americans think of Trump’s attempted Washington DC makeover?

What do Americans think of Trump’s attempted Washington DC makeover?

  • MIKE STUNSON USA Today

As President Donald Trump is attempting to make over several parts of Washington, D.C., polling suggests many Americans are uneasy with the scale of his proposed overhaul.

Meet the lib bros: The young straight White men punching back at Trump

Meet the lib bros: The young straight White men punching back at Trump

    Shult and Sisson post gym photos flexing their physique, co-opting Republicans' ownership of masculinity. They also jab Trump over his Epstein ties. Conservative online commenters respond by calling them gay.

    US border wall construction threatens endangered wolves, conservationists say

    US border wall construction threatens endangered wolves, conservationists say

      A radio-collared endangered Mexican wolf crossed from the U.S. into Mexico last month in New Mexico, a federal official said Friday.

      Spirit Airlines shuts down, industry's first Iran war casualty

      Spirit Airlines shuts down, industry's first Iran war casualty

        The transportation secretary said he doesn't think the government needs to bail out low-cost airlines struggling amid high jet fuel prices.

        US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, officials say

        US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, officials say

          Trump this week sparred with the German chancellor, who said the Iranians were humiliating the U.S. in talks to end the 2-month-old war.

          Bringing a smartphone to a bank robbery? 4th Amendment issue hits Supreme Court

          Bringing a smartphone to a bank robbery? 4th Amendment issue hits Supreme Court

            If the court upholds such digital searches without an identified suspect, legal experts say the strategy could expand to pry through search engines, cloud storage and artificial-intelligence chats.

            Will a MAHA mutiny reshape the farm bill — and the midterm elections?

            Will a MAHA mutiny reshape the farm bill — and the midterm elections?

              Ahead of the midterm elections, the "Make America Healthy Again" movement that was key to Trump's return to the White House is causing friction within the Republican Party.

              US court blocks mail-order access to abortion drug, for now

              US court blocks mail-order access to abortion drug, for now

                The move significantly curtails access to mifepristone nationwide, particularly in states that ban abortion.

                Local News

                Meet Himdam, Southern Arizona's traveling ocelot

                Meet Himdam, Southern Arizona's traveling ocelot

                This ocelot has been spotted in four different Southern Arizona mountain ranges.

                Richmond speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of May. 1, 2026

                Richmond speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of May. 1, 2026

                Our weekly round-up of letters published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

                Reorganized United Way of the Kearney Area dusts itself off, looks to brighter future

                Reorganized United Way of the Kearney Area dusts itself off, looks to brighter future

                United Way isn't dwelling on last year's budget shortfall. Newly reorganized, it is planning a golf tournament, BBQ on the Bricks and more for 2026.

                A1 Minute! April 29, 2026: Stone Brewing's Richmond taproom to close; Salvation Army to double beds; Big Dipper Innovation Summit

                A1 Minute! April 29, 2026: Stone Brewing's Richmond taproom to close; Salvation Army to double beds; Big Dipper Innovation Summit

                Stone Brewing's Richmond taproom to close; Salvation Army to double beds; Big Dipper Innovation Summit

                State & Regional

                A 'retail power center' breaks ground in fast-growing Gretna

                A 'retail power center' breaks ground in fast-growing Gretna

                The development will have a half-mile of frontage along Highway 370 and be a 500,000-square-foot "retail power center," similar to Eagle Run Shopping Center in Omaha.

                Lincoln man riding motorcycle reported stolen arrested in Beatrice

                Lincoln man riding motorcycle reported stolen arrested in Beatrice

                Preston Province told Beatrice police officers he had borrowed the Honda motorcycle from someone in Sioux City, Iowa, he had met online. 

                Omaha metro residents have free 60-minute access to Heartland e-bikes

                Omaha metro residents have free 60-minute access to Heartland e-bikes

                All residents in the organization’s service area will have unlimited 60-minute rides on the 400-plus pedal-assisted e-bike fleet already in place around the Omaha metro.

                Grow Grand Island: Let’s take a look at our survey summary

                Grow Grand Island: Let’s take a look at our survey summary

                Grow Grand Island chair Tonja Brown shares the results of a recent online community "wish list" survey. Topics surveyed included dining and entertainment, family activities, housing affordability and recreation opportunities.

                Nation & World

                How an ocean cruise turned into a hantavirus nightmare

                How an ocean cruise turned into a hantavirus nightmare

                About 150 people remain stuck on the ship, which had been visiting some of the most remote places on Earth. Three people on board have died.

                BioBlitzers catalog wildlife in U.S., Mexico as walls go up along border

                BioBlitzers catalog wildlife in U.S., Mexico as walls go up along border

                As border wall construction accelerates, ecologists are cataloging wildlife on both sides of the international boundary and tracking the movements of rare species like jaguar and ocelot in Southern Arizona.

                How redistricting and the Supreme Court have cut voters out of US House races

                How redistricting and the Supreme Court have cut voters out of US House races

                The lack of competitive races means that control of the U.S. House of Representatives will likely be determined in November's midterm election by fewer than 10% of Americans.

                Human to human hantavirus transmission suspected on cruise but risk to public low, WHO says

                Human to human hantavirus transmission suspected on cruise but risk to public low, WHO says

                WHO said it suspects some rare human to human transmission took place between close contacts on board a luxury cruise ship hit by hantavirus.

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                Nebraska baseball falls in Coaches Poll after weekend struggles

                Nebraska baseball falls in Coaches Poll after weekend struggles

                A 'retail power center' breaks ground in fast-growing Gretna

                A 'retail power center' breaks ground in fast-growing Gretna

                HHS head pledges to be ‘thoughtful and careful’ after Nebraska lawmakers balk at plan to move in-custody youth

                HHS head pledges to be ‘thoughtful and careful’ after Nebraska lawmakers balk at plan to move in-custody youth

                Shopping

                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                Affiliate content. Find the best options for THC gummies in 2025. 

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

                Survey: Many Gift-Buying Parents Pressured to Overspend This Holiday Season

                Holiday shopping season is upon us, and the pressure is on, or at least it feels that way for some parents. A new NerdWallet survey, conducted by The Harris Poll, finds that 48% of parents with children under 18 feel pressure to spend more money on holiday gifts than they’re comfortable spending.According to NerdWallet’s annual...

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                Wandering Risk: Dementia Rates and the Growing Importance of GPS Monitoring

                Wandering Risk: Dementia Rates and the Growing Importance of GPS Monitoring

                Provided content. As Canada’s population ages, a quiet public safety issue is becoming harder to ignore: wandering among people living with dementia.

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                Content by Power of Pork. Giving back to our communities, contributing to the health of our communities, helps ensure everyone has the opportunity to receive the nutrition they need.

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                Content by The Power of Pork. This glazed ham is a showstopping blend of sweet, citrusy and savory flavors, perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner. 

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                Content by The Power of Pork. Try this Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder dish for dinner.

                Crime

                Photos: Douglas County deputy injured at domestic disturbance in northwest Omaha

                Photos: Douglas County deputy injured at domestic disturbance in northwest Omaha

                Douglas County Sheriffs office is investigating a shooting after a domestic disturbance left a deputy shot and a man injured, at Cherry Creek Village apartments in Irvington, on Sunday, April 12, 2026. 

                Woman injured following vehicle-train collision Wednesday night

                Woman injured following vehicle-train collision Wednesday night

                RACINE — One woman was injured Wednesday night after a vehicle was struck by a train on Washington Avenue, police say.

                Bradshaw bank robbery suspect arrested Wednesday at Grand Island's Ponderosa Lake

                Bradshaw bank robbery suspect arrested Wednesday at Grand Island's Ponderosa Lake

                The robbery occurred at Cornerstone Bank in Bradshaw on April 1. The FBI, York County Sheriff's Office, State Patrol, Grand Island police and TRIDENT Task Force helped make the arrest.

                Two Hamilton County inmates were allegedly sprayed, refused medical attention

                Two Hamilton County inmates were allegedly sprayed, refused medical attention

                Matthew Williams' mother believes her son was sprayed with a chemical that is "used to clean bathrooms and beds." Hamilton County Sheriff Jeromy McCoy said it was hand sanitizer.

                Politics

                3 new neighborhoods win Kearney City Council's approval

                3 new neighborhoods win Kearney City Council's approval

                Kearney developers bring 46 acres and 157 units to council for approval. 

                Closure of UNL immigration law clinic raises concern about Nebraska’s legal landscape

                Closure of UNL immigration law clinic raises concern about Nebraska’s legal landscape

                UNL's law clinic will close at the end of the semester. The impending loss is already prompting questions about the future of immigration law in the state. 

                HHS head pledges to be ‘thoughtful and careful’ after Nebraska lawmakers balk at plan to move in-custody youth

                HHS head pledges to be ‘thoughtful and careful’ after Nebraska lawmakers balk at plan to move in-custody youth

                The plan, which would involve moving youth among five state-run facilities, came as a surprise to many advocates, lawmakers and staff earlier this year.

                New inspector general appointed for Nebraska's prisons

                New inspector general appointed for Nebraska's prisons

                Zach Pluhacek was named the inspector general of the Nebraska state prison system on Monday.

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