Nebraska Attorney General among 14 urging EPA to classify mifepristone as water contaminant

Environmental health science experts say no evidence that mifepristone causes harm to the environment

June 15, 2026Updated: June 15, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Nebraska Attorney General among 14 urging EPA to classify mifepristone as water contaminant

Fourteen state attorneys general are asking the EPA to classify the abortion medication mifepristone as a water contaminant.(Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

Regional

South Fork Fire near Crawford 55% contained; crews establish line around entire perimeter

The South Fork Fire near Crawford is now 55% contained and has burned approximately 38,913 acres, according to the latest update from Rocky Mountain Complex Incident Management Team 2.

Additional arrest made in Box Butte County homicide investigation after Sheridan County search warrant

Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have made another arrest in connection with a homicide investigation that began in September 2025.

New evacuations issued, Highway 20 closures possible as South Fork Fire activity increases

Increased fire activity on the northwest side of the South Fork Fire has prompted new evacuation notices and intermittent closures of Highway 20, according to emergency management officials.

Highway 20 reopens as South Fork Fire near Crawford reaches 42% containment

Firefighters made significant progress Friday on the South Fork Fire burning near Crawford, increasing containment to 42% as the Nebraska Department of Transportation reopened Highway 20 to traffic.

Nebraska Attorney General among 14 urging EPA to classify mifepristone as water contaminant

Regional

South Fork Fire near Crawford 55% contained; crews establish line around entire perimeter

Additional arrest made in Box Butte County homicide investigation after Sheridan County search warrant

New evacuations issued, Highway 20 closures possible as South Fork Fire activity increases

Highway 20 reopens as South Fork Fire near Crawford reaches 42% containment

State

South Fork Fire near Crawford 55% contained; crews establish line around entire perimeter

Nebraska Attorney General among 14 urging EPA to classify mifepristone as water contaminant

Additional arrest made in Box Butte County homicide investigation after Sheridan County search warrant

Man reported missing found dead after motorcycle crash near Osmond

Welcome Home Weekend aims to showcase Cheyenne County pride, opportunity

Second family member arrested in Box Butte County homicide investigation

Sports

WNCC names Shayane Poirot has women’s basketball coach

Red stifles White for All-Star Classic win

UNK extends women's basketball coach Drew Johnson through 2029

Gary Sánchez hits first homer since April 14, Brewers complete sweep of Rockies with 12-4 win

Brewers score 8 late runs, stun Rockies 9-7 in wild 10-inning victory

Nebraska coaches share ideas and build connections during Shrine Bowl week

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