Nebraska is becoming the first state to implement a Medicaid work requirement signed by Trump

Many people applying for Medicaid in Nebraska will soon have to prove that they're working, volunteering or in school

April 28, 2026Updated: April 28, 2026

By GEOFF MULVIHILL and MARGERY A. BECK

Regional

Fire damages apartment building under construction in Cheyenne

Fire damages apartment building under construction in Cheyenne

On its third life, an eagle soars again — this time for veterans

On its third life, an eagle soars again — this time for veterans

Cheyenne man arrested following fire at historic pump house

Cheyenne man arrested following fire at historic pump house

Do Jackson Hole’s busiest trails create a wildlife ‘sacrifice zone’? Study finds coexistence.

Do Jackson Hole’s busiest trails create a wildlife ‘sacrifice zone’? Study finds coexistence.

State

Multiple ambulances called to Cargill emergency

Cruisin’ Night returns to downtown Sidney June 5 with new car show addition

Sidney police: Recent incidents not connected, investigation into white van continues

Kearney man recovering from injuries sustained after falling from Big Boy

Man accused of splitting woman’s head open with a metal bat in Lincoln

Kimball awarded $160,000 community forestry infrastructure grant

Sports

Panhandle Storm teams sweep Holyoke

Sidney Vipers roll past Grant; Sidney Stealers rally for win

State golf roundup: Sidney finishes 10th at Class B state golf tournament

Lincoln East repeats as Class A boys golf champion behind strong team effort

2026 Nebraska, Kansas Boys Golf State Championships underway this week

Kimball students earn medals at State Track

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey

Feed supplies tighten for Nebraska producers as drought persists

Outdoor notes: Invasive Species Awareness Week is May 24-30