Social media companies are trying harder to know which users are kids

Determining which accounts belong to children is the linchpin of online child safety measures that Meta, Google, TikTok, Roblox and other companies are ramping up as public and regulatory sentiment increasingly turns against them

September 1, 2026Updated: September 1, 2026

By BARBARA ORTUTAY

Regional

Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins

Making Nebraska’s Tallest Waterfall More Accessible

Thousands of people visit Smith Falls State Park near Valentine every summer to see Nebraska’s tallest waterfall.

Fire officials warn of wildfire danger after lightning sparks several fires near Chadron

Recent rainfall hasn't eliminated the risk of wildfire in the Chadron area, and fire officials are urging residents to remain cautious.

Grill, gun and a $1.5 million goal, Valentine events center auction on Sunday

About 80 items will be up for bid Sunday at a consignment auction at the Cherry County Fairgrounds, with proceeds going toward the proposed Cherry County Events Center in Valentine.

Social media companies are trying harder to know which users are kids

Regional

Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins

Making Nebraska’s Tallest Waterfall More Accessible

Fire officials warn of wildfire danger after lightning sparks several fires near Chadron

Grill, gun and a $1.5 million goal, Valentine events center auction on Sunday

State

'Where there is beef, there is freedom': Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Gov. Jim Pillen talk with Nebraska ranchers

What to Know: Rules for Nebraska's U.S. Senate Debate

Kimball high school adds community service to Accountability Program

Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins

Panhandle Public Health District reminds athletes, fans to stay protected from West Nile Virus

Making Nebraska’s Tallest Waterfall More Accessible

Sports

EMF begins 2026 season with emphatic win, spoiling Fairbury's 8-man debut

Boone Central dominates in week one

Fairbury ready for first foray into world of 8-man football

Papillion-La Vista retires numbers of Jordy Bahl, Peaches James

Satterfield says Luke Lindenmeyer making strides as leader

Doane Football Coach Conversations: 2026 Season Preview

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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