Polygamous sect leader convicted of abuse charges after girls found in trailer on Arizona highway

A polygamous sect leader has been convicted on child abuse charges in Arizona while already serving a 50-year sentence in federal prison for orchestrating sex involving children

June 26, 2026Updated: June 27, 2026

By JACQUES BILLEAUD and JOSH KELETY

Regional

New wildfire northwest of Crawford grows to more than 870 acres

A new wildfire burning north of the South Fork Fire burn area has grown to an estimated 871 acres, according to Watch Duty.

U.S. Supreme Court to hear Nebraska's claims in South Platte River, Perkins County Canal dispute

Fireworks cause grass fire, according to Gordon Volunteer Fire Department

A grass fire on Saturday was caused by fireworks, according to the Gordon Volunteer Fire Department.

Gordon leather purse designer sells products all over the world

From a quiet studio in Nebraska’s Sandhills, Lacey Swayne is crafting leather handbags that are now carried by customers across the country — and around the world.

Polygamous sect leader convicted of abuse charges after girls found in trailer on Arizona highway

Regional

New wildfire northwest of Crawford grows to more than 870 acres

U.S. Supreme Court to hear Nebraska's claims in South Platte River, Perkins County Canal dispute

Fireworks cause grass fire, according to Gordon Volunteer Fire Department

Gordon leather purse designer sells products all over the world

State

New wildfire northwest of Crawford grows to more than 870 acres

Family honors late collector's legacy as vintage John Deere tractors head to auction

Kimball Hospital Foundation Donates $30,000 to support Advanced Pain Management Technology at Kimball Health Services

Community Olympics celebrates 30 years of friendly competition in Kearney

Nebraska City smoke shops investigated

Democratic candidates for statewide office embrace challenger status in campaigns against Republican opponents

Sports

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

A goal to spread soccer lands Omaha kids on the World Cup field

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

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