A federal court blocked a widely used abortion pill from distribution by mail. Here's what to know

A federal appeals court has restricted access to one of the most common means of abortion in the U.S. by blocking the mailing of mifepristone

May 2, 2026Updated: May 2, 2026

By HANNAH SCHOENBAUM and GEOFF MULVIHLL

Regional

Pony Express Re-Ride brings historic mail route through central Nebraska

Pony Express Re-Ride brings historic mail route through central Nebraska

Windy conditions could test South Fork Fire near Crawford as containment reaches 80%

Fire officials say strong winds today could test containment lines on the South Fork Fire near Crawford as the fire reaches 80% containment.

Relief fund to help residents, ranchers and fire departments affected by Crawford-area fire

A relief fund has been established to support residents, ranchers and local fire departments impacted by the South Fork Fire near Crawford.

Nearly block-long mural taking shape in Valentine

Murals have been around for centuries, but they are becoming an increasingly common sight in communities across the country.

State

Kimball Trap Team headed to Nationals next month

US officials say Iran deal calls for diluting uranium at minimum, waiving sanctions, opening strait

Read the transcript of the US draft of the memorandum of understanding over Iran war

Pony Express Re-Ride brings historic mail route through central Nebraska

Flood Communications' Angie Stenger appointed to Nebraska State College Board of Trustees

NPPD shares glimpse into nuclear site selection process at Norfolk council meeting

Sports

West Team Looking for Redemption in Sertoma 8-Man Classic

Northeastern Junior College Announces Addition of Beach Volleyball for 2026–2027 Academic Year

Sidney Seniors Top Gordon 8-3 to Stay Unbeaten

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

Milford volleyball star Shayla Rautenberg commits to Nebraska

WNCC names Shayane Poirot has women’s basketball coach

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

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