Jewish holiday Lag BaOmer lights up Israel with bonfires and song, in photos

May 4, 2026Updated: May 4, 2026

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State

Norfolk City Council approves framework for entertainment districts

12 hrs 17 mins ago

Ellwanger appointed as Tourism Director

15 hrs 8 mins ago

Nebraska’s projected budget deficit exceeds $170 million following new tax receipts

15 hrs 11 mins ago

Douglas County corrections employee accused of allowing inmate video calls and texts

15 hrs 41 mins ago

Final rules for Medicaid work requirements are out. Here’s what you need to know

16 hrs 23 mins ago

Wake Forest offers Garden County senior a place on grid iron squad

18 hrs 11 mins ago

Sports

Milford volleyball star Shayla Rautenberg commits to Nebraska

WNCC names Shayane Poirot has women’s basketball coach

Red stifles White for All-Star Classic win

UNK extends women's basketball coach Drew Johnson through 2029

Gary Sánchez hits first homer since April 14, Brewers complete sweep of Rockies with 12-4 win

Brewers score 8 late runs, stun Rockies 9-7 in wild 10-inning victory

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

May 28th 2026, 7:44 PM UTC

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey

May 23rd 2026, 6:01 AM UTC