What to know about the EU's new rules on migration and asylum as they come into effect

The European Union is set to implement a new set of rules governing how each of its 27 member states will deal with irregular migration and asylum seekers

June 12, 2026Updated: June 12, 2026

By MENELAOS HADJICOSTIS, RENATA BRITO and SAM McNEIL

Regional

Gordon city council declines fireworks ban amid elevated fire risk

Despite ongoing concerns about wildfire risk, fireworks will be allowed within Gordon city limits this Independence Day after the city council did not approve a temporary ban.

Drowning death under investigation at Johnson Lake

Allen woman charged after allegedly driving into Merriman business

A 30-year-old Allen woman is facing multiple charges after authorities say she drove a pickup into a Merriman business.

Man sentenced to life in Winner killing, later commuted by Governor Noem, now charged in 14-year-old’s death

A 51-year-old Sioux Falls man who was sentenced to life in prison for a 1994 killing in Winner is now facing federal charges in connection with the death of a 14-year-old girl.

What to know about the EU's new rules on migration and asylum as they come into effect

Regional

Gordon city council declines fireworks ban amid elevated fire risk

Drowning death under investigation at Johnson Lake

Allen woman charged after allegedly driving into Merriman business

Man sentenced to life in Winner killing, later commuted by Governor Noem, now charged in 14-year-old’s death

State

City Council modifies 2026 fireworks ‘season’

4-H nationals bring thousands to Grand Island

Scooter crash serves as stark reminder for helmet safety

17 states and trade group sue California over plastics packaging law

One month later, Fairbury leaders discuss response to, recovery from historic severe storms

Faith Health Advanced Wound Center earns national honors

Sports

4-H nationals bring thousands to Grand Island

Oklahoma dominates UNC, wins first College World Series since 1994

Hundreds of hoopers compete at growing UNK basketball camp

UNC takes game two of CWS finals, forces winner-take-all Monday night

Behind two homers from LeChance, Oklahoma takes game one of MCWS final

Hundreds of wrestlers pack downtown Grand Island for Friday Night Lights event

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

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