2 of 8 men charged in thwarted attack on UFC cage-fighting show at White House plead not guilty

Two of the eight men indicted on murder and terrorism conspiracy charges for their alleged roles in a thwarted drone and sniper attack on a UFC cage-fighting show at the White House have pleaded not guilty

July 16, 2026Updated: July 16, 2026

By JULIE CARR SMYTH

Regional

“Plane Theft” Turns Heads at Valentine Air Show

What may have looked like a plane theft at the Cherry County Fair’s Air Show and Fly-In was actually part of the act.

Low water hinders access at northwest Nebraska lakes

Low water levels from drought and irrigation are limiting access to lakes in northwestern Nebraska.

Juvenile arrested after overnight burglary spree in Rushville

According to the Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office, the city swimming pool, golf course and Pump & Pantry were all broken into early Friday, with several items reported stolen.

Alliance mother accused of helping daughter conceal murder sentenced on separate charge in Sheridan County

An Alliance woman accused of helping her daughter conceal a murder has been sentenced in a separate Sheridan County case.

2 of 8 men charged in thwarted attack on UFC cage-fighting show at White House plead not guilty

Regional

“Plane Theft” Turns Heads at Valentine Air Show

Low water hinders access at northwest Nebraska lakes

Juvenile arrested after overnight burglary spree in Rushville

Alliance mother accused of helping daughter conceal murder sentenced on separate charge in Sheridan County

State

Taylor Fresh Foods recalls products containing jalapeños over salmonella risk

Three arrests at Valentine City Park in latest police report

Downtown Sounds

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Morrill, Cheyenne counties

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Northeast Morrill County

Tilden church celebrates 150-year milestone

Sports

'High Expectations': Coach Bent excited for return to Beatrice

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

UNK football returns to practice ahead of new 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