Judge hears arguments in cases challenging two new Nebraska parties

Defendants: GOP doesn’t own ‘America First’; Working Families Party lacks standing to object in Nebraska

August 13, 2026Updated: August 13, 2026

By Nebraska Examiner

Judge hears arguments in cases challenging two new Nebraska parties

Nebraska Deputy Solicitor General Zach Pohlman, representing Nebraska Secretary of State of Bob Evnen, presents his case during a hearing at the Lancaster County Courthouse on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026, in Lincoln. (Photo by Kenneth Ferriera-Pool/Lincoln Journal Star)

Regional

Powerful storm causes widespread damage, power outages near Rushville and Gordon

A powerful overnight storm caused extensive damage to electrical infrastructure south of Rushville and Gordon, leaving residents without power and creating dangerous conditions along area roads.

Valentine man arrested after report of man carrying possible handgun

A 20-year-old Valentine man was arrested Tuesday evening after authorities received a report of a man walking down the street with a scooter, yelling and carrying what appeared to be a handgun.

Fort Robinson Aquatic Center reduces hours

The new Fort Robinson State Park Aquatic Center is among the Nebraska attractions reducing hours as the back-to-school season reduces workforce availability.

Syracuse man sentenced in Gordon child sexual abuse material case

A 61-year-old Syracuse man has been sentenced to prison in a Sheridan County child sexual abuse material case.

Judge hears arguments in cases challenging two new Nebraska parties

Regional

Powerful storm causes widespread damage, power outages near Rushville and Gordon

Valentine man arrested after report of man carrying possible handgun

Fort Robinson Aquatic Center reduces hours

Syracuse man sentenced in Gordon child sexual abuse material case

State

Judge hears arguments in cases challenging two new Nebraska parties

City council approves solid waste agreement with Lodgepole

News Channel Nebraska wins 10 awards from Nebraska Broadcasters Association

Powerful storm causes widespread damage, power outages near Rushville and Gordon

Panhandle mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Cherry, Garden, Sheridan counties

Sports

'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall

Huskers open the season No. 1 in AVCA Preseason Poll

'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

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