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

City of Gordon warns of dangerous e-bike, scooter use after multiple complaints

The City of Gordon is urging parents to talk with their children about safe electric bike and scooter use following multiple reports of dangerous behavior on city streets.

University of Nebraska Omaha students look to improve Valentine parks

A group of University of Nebraska Omaha students is working with the city of Valentine to evaluate and improve its park system.

Fire near Chadron sparked by cigarette; officials warn of fire danger

Fire officials are urging drivers to use caution after a discarded cigarette sparked a roadside fire northwest of Chadron on Monday.

Lightning sparks fire north of Rushville

A lightning strike sparked a fire north of Rushville Sunday night, according to Rushville Fire Chief Keith Wellnitz.

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

Regional

City of Gordon warns of dangerous e-bike, scooter use after multiple complaints

University of Nebraska Omaha students look to improve Valentine parks

Fire near Chadron sparked by cigarette; officials warn of fire danger

Lightning sparks fire north of Rushville

State

Public Health Solutions plans to keep growing as they celebrate 25 years of service in Southeast Nebraska

Former Nebraska U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse opens up about life after terminal cancer diagnosis

Norfolk donors answer Red Cross call for blood

Sen. Deb Fischer urges Senate to pass tougher sanctions on Russia

Spalding to host 12th annual Veterans Day Celebration

Chiefs unveil first renderings of new $3 billion domed stadium set to open in 2031

Sports

Tri-City All-Star Baseball Team Prepares for Central Region Tournament

Malcolm blanks Loomis to secure fifth straight Class C Legion junior state championship

UNK athletes and Nebraska natives competing at USA Track and Field National Championships

Basketball all-stars balance competitive edge with fun, ahead of NCA Basketball Senior Showcase

NCA Volleyball All-Star game set to highlight the best high school volleyball in Nebraska

Hastings College Gears Up for Inaugural Women's Flag Football Season

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