This US House district was once a political battleground. Now it shows why Congress is dysfunctional

The number of politically competitive U.S. House seats is shrinking rapidly

October 24, 2026Updated: October 24, 2026

By NICHOLAS RICCARDI

State

Flood receives NAHB Defender of Housing Award in Norfolk

14 hrs 24 mins ago

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

17 hrs 33 mins ago

No remains found in basement dig for missing Lincoln woman Regina Bos

18 hrs 20 mins ago

In rural Nebraska, mail voting saves money and boosts access. Restrictions could change that

18 hrs 33 mins ago

Nebraska man arrested after Jeep allegedly runs over 14-year-old riding dirt bike

20 hrs 27 mins ago

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

23 hrs 51 mins ago

Sports

Beatrice runner Ribble places 3rd at state cross country

Plainview/Osmond plays spoiler in week 9

Liam Gonzalez becomes Norfolk High's first boys cross country state champion

Wayne bounces back from first-set loss for third place finish at Mid-State tournament

Pierce sweeps Guardian Angels for sixth straight conference title

Previewing the 2026 HAC Volleyball Tournament Championship with Lincoln North Star head coach Jeremiah Kroll

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