A Ukrainian soldier lost his sight in war. Now he hopes to see his children again

Ukrainian soldier Mykola Kasiuk is hoping to regain some vision after a battlefield injury left him nearly blind

October 23, 2026Updated: October 23, 2026

By SAMYA KULLAB

State

Pillen highlights state's drinking water fund as Plattsmouth rebounds from flooding

October 21st 2026, 11:36 PM UTC

Norfolk warns of scam emails posing as city invoices

October 21st 2026, 10:12 PM UTC

Clearwater residents invited to help shape village’s next 10 years

October 21st 2026, 10:09 PM UTC

‘We’re on offense’: RNC Chairman Joe Gruters visits Nebraska ahead of competitive midterms

October 21st 2026, 10:06 PM UTC

Nebraska secretary of state shares voting reminders ahead of Election Day

October 21st 2026, 8:03 PM UTC

Fairbury city council amends parking ordinance in split vote, bans tent living in unanimous vote

October 21st 2026, 6:55 PM UTC

Sports

Garden County grinds to victory at Leyton Triangular

'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

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

September 25th 2026, 4:07 AM UTC

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