Pope urges US to recommit to founding ideas of protecting life, human dignity on 250th anniversary

Pope Leo XIV is praying for the United States to recommit itself to its founding ideals on the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence

July 3, 2026Updated: July 3, 2026
AP nullBy NICOLE WINFIELD

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Volunteers step up as Log Road Fire near Crawford reaches 15% containment

Firefighters are making progress on a wildfire burning northwest of Crawford, with officials reporting the Log Road Fire is now 15% contained after scorching more than 1,500 acres.

Alliance woman arrested in connection with her baby’s death

An Alliance woman has been arrested following the death of a 9-month-old baby, according to the Box Butte County Sheriff’s Office.

More than 20 buildings threatened as firefighters continue to make progress at fire near Crawford

More than 20 buildings threatened as firefighters continue to make progress at fire near Crawford

Bicyclist traveling across the nation rides through Nebraska

For most people, biking across Nebraska would be a challenge. For Jim DeCecco, it’s just one stretch of a much longer journey.