She was a pain specialist to top athletes. Her opioid prescribing alarmed the DEA

Joan Rubinger overcame a catastrophic biking accident that left her paralyzed to become an influential pain-relief specialist helping top-tier athletes get back on the field after acute and chronic injuries

August 28, 2026Updated: August 28, 2026

By JOSHUA GOODMAN, JIM MUSTIAN and EDDIE PELLS

State

Grand Island opens new Fire Station 3

8 hrs 14 mins ago

Police chief reacts to scooter crash with call for safety

9 hrs 54 mins ago

Grill, gun and a $1.5 million goal, Valentine events center auction on Sunday

10 hrs 26 mins ago

City Council tables Keep Sidney Beautiful funding request

10 hrs 50 mins ago

Attorney General Hilgers launches online safety guide for parents

12 hrs 26 mins ago

Attorney General Hilgers files lawsuit against First Street for harming Nebraska homeowners

12 hrs 42 mins ago

Sports

Papillion-La Vista retires numbers of Jordy Bahl, Peaches James

Satterfield says Luke Lindenmeyer making strides as leader

Doane Football Coach Conversations: 2026 Season Preview

With addition of five-star Husker commit Trae Taylor, Millard South eyes three-peat

'Pushing each other every day': Husker running back battle continues, with strides being made

Hastings Softball Looking to Build Off Strong Start

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

August 21st 2026, 7:10 PM UTC

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

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