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Kaden Barkmeier pitches no-hitter in Lexington's shut out of Broken Bow

Kaden Barkmeier pitches no-hitter in Lexington's shut out of Broken Bow

  • Jessica Kennedy

Lexington Heartland Chevrolet juniors shut out Broken Bow Post 126 15-0 Monday in Lexington.

Fresh off All-America playing career, Jordy Frahm joins Nebraska softball staff

Fresh off All-America playing career, Jordy Frahm joins Nebraska softball staff

  • Amie Just Lincoln Journal Star

Fresh off her Nebraska softball playing career, four-time All-American Jordy Frahm will remain at NU as an assistant coach. 

Nebraska soccer fans frustrated by World Cup ticket prices, accessibility

Nebraska soccer fans frustrated by World Cup ticket prices, accessibility

  • SUSIE BOVAIRD Lincoln Journal Star

Tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are more expensive than any previous tournament. Some Nebraskans expressed frustrations with the process for getting seats.

Nebraska requests exemption from Medicaid work requirements in Dawson County

Nebraska requests exemption from Medicaid work requirements in Dawson County

  • Zach Wendling Nebraska Examiner

Gov. Jim Pillen wants a temporary Medicaid work-rule exemption for Dawson County after the Tyson plant closure pushed unemployment sharply higher.

Three Lexington boys soccer players competed in Foals for Life Soccer Showcase in Omaha

Three Lexington boys soccer players competed in Foals for Life Soccer Showcase in Omaha

  • Jessica Kennedy

OMAHA — The annual Goals for Life Soccer Showcase successfully raised $8,655 for youth mental health awareness and suicide prevention while bringing together some of Nebraska's top high school soccer talent for a day of competition, community support, and awareness May 29 in Omaha.

Let their reigns begin: Lexi Nolda and Ella-Kathryn Anderson Crowned Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska’s Teen 2026.

Let their reigns begin: Lexi Nolda and Ella-Kathryn Anderson Crowned Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska’s Teen 2026.

  • Ashley Mohler

Saturday's final night of Miss Nebraska and Miss Nebraska’s Teen brought the biggest crowd yet this week to North Platte High School’s auditorium, where guests saw 2026 Miss Nebraska Lexi Nolda and 2026 Miss Nebraska’s Teen Ella-Kathryn Anderson crowned.

Lexington juniors fall in doubleheader to Ogallala

Lexington juniors fall in doubleheader to Ogallala

  • Jessica Kennedy

The Lexington Heartland Chevrolet juniors lost 8-7 and 14-4 to Ogallala in a Friday doubleheader in Lexington.

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Nebraska requests exemption from Medicaid work requirements in Dawson County

Nebraska requests exemption from Medicaid work requirements in Dawson County

Kaden Barkmeier pitches no-hitter in Lexington's shut out of Broken Bow

Kaden Barkmeier pitches no-hitter in Lexington's shut out of Broken Bow

Adrian Gomez Ramos joins Nebraska Community Foundation

Adrian Gomez Ramos joins Nebraska Community Foundation

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Auditor report alleges misuse of WIC benefits by at least a dozen state employees

Auditor report alleges misuse of WIC benefits by at least a dozen state employees

State Auditor Mike Foley found at least 12 public employees received WIC benefits despite relatively high incomes, citing eligibility loopholes and urging stronger oversight of Nebraska’s federally funded nutrition program.

Vehicle stolen in South Omaha had 6-year-old child inside

Vehicle stolen in South Omaha had 6-year-old child inside

A 6-year-old child who was in the backseat of a vehicle that was stolen Monday from outside a South Omaha daycare facility was found unharmed.

Top Journal Star photos and videos for June 2026

Top Journal Star photos and videos for June 2026

Three more former passengers from hantavirus-stricken cruise ship leave quarantine in Omaha

Three more former passengers from hantavirus-stricken cruise ship leave quarantine in Omaha

With the latest departures, eight of the 18 former passengers of a hantavirus-stricken ship who arrived in Omaha on May 11 have now left the quarantine unit.

Lincoln police ID 59-year-old driver killed in fiery weekend crash

Lincoln police ID 59-year-old driver killed in fiery weekend crash

The 59-year-old driver who died in an overnight crash this weekend has been identified.

Bicyclist critically injured in collision with pickup truck in North Omaha

Bicyclist critically injured in collision with pickup truck in North Omaha

A 55-year-old man on a bicycle sustained critical injuries Monday when he collided with a pickup truck after allegedly going through a stop sign in North Omaha.

Severe storms could break up triple-digit heat prior to College World Series

Severe storms could break up triple-digit heat prior to College World Series

Warmer weather with a triple-digit heat index is in the forecast for the Omaha area to start the week, but strong storms could cool things down for the opening days of the College World Series. 

This dog was returned to a Nebraska shelter 3 times. He's finally found a home.

This dog was returned to a Nebraska shelter 3 times. He's finally found a home.

After three returns, a young couple from Omaha drove out to the shelter on Saturday after seeing Arthur's story shared online.

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View all of our stories about America's 250th anniversary

America commemorates its 250th anniversary in 2026. Here's how our community is marking this historic milestone.

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NCAA Faces Crisis Over Ruling on Brendan Sorsby's Eligibility

NCAA Faces Crisis Over Ruling on Brendan Sorsby's Eligibility

Wemby Takes Over as Spurs Cut Knicks' Finals Lead to 2-1

Wemby Takes Over as Spurs Cut Knicks' Finals Lead to 2-1

Construction continues on Omaha Streetcar Maintenance Facility

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Brendan Sorsby Cleared to Play Despite Betting Allegations

Brendan Sorsby Cleared to Play Despite Betting Allegations

Sports

Nebraska basketball adds neutral site game in Chicago vs. Big East team

Nebraska basketball adds neutral site game in Chicago vs. Big East team

Nebraska’s most ambitious nonconference schedule in years now includes a second neutral site game with a Big East team. 

NCAA Faces Crisis Over Ruling on Brendan Sorsby's Eligibility

NCAA Faces Crisis Over Ruling on Brendan Sorsby's Eligibility

The NCAA disputes a court decision enabling Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby's eligibility, citing it corrupts sporting integrity and seeks antitrust exemption.

Nebraska baseball pitcher Cooper Katskee enters transfer portal

Nebraska baseball pitcher Cooper Katskee enters transfer portal

One of Nebraska baseball’s most experienced starting pitchers is transferring for his final college season in Cooper Katskee.

After Brendan Sorsby ruling, Nebraska A.D. Troy Dannen directs coaches: Don't schedule Texas Tech

After Brendan Sorsby ruling, Nebraska A.D. Troy Dannen directs coaches: Don't schedule Texas Tech

In the wake of a judge granting temporary eligibility to Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby, Nebraska A.D. Troy Dannen directed his coaches not to schedule the Red Raiders. 

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MCC alumni and community golf tournament set for July 11
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MCC alumni and community golf tournament set for July 11

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McCook Community College will host its annual alumni and community four-person scramble golf tournament July 11 at Heritage Hills Golf Course in McCook.

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Pollinators and Nebraska natives festival schedule
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Pollinators and Nebraska natives festival schedule

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Celebrate pollinators and Nebraska native plants with free family-friendly activities, a butterfly release, speakers, and food at Steinbring Landscaping and Rowe Sanctuary.

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Tour the Frank Museum of History & culture at UNK
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Tour the Frank Museum of History & culture at UNK

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Explore Kearney’s G.W. Frank Museum of History & Culture on UNK’s campus with a guided tour, time to view exhibits, and notes on ADA access and partners.

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8th annual fishing with first responders event
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8th annual fishing with first responders event

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Join the free 8th Annual Fishing with First Responders on Sunday, June 7, 2026, 1–5 p.m. at the Nebraska Firefighter Museum with prizes, food and activities.

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Why do people need challenge more than comfort? | The Ethical Life podcast

Why do people need challenge more than comfort? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 From camping trips to knife making, the hosts discuss curiosity, lifelong learning and the importance of continuing personal growth throughout adulthood and beyond.

Can too many choices make life harder? | The Ethical Life podcast

Can too many choices make life harder? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 From paint colors to career paths, this conversation examines paralysis, uncertainty and the hidden benefits of limits, routines and firm expectations.

Does it take more than phone bans to reconnect students with real life? | The Ethical Life podcast

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🎧 Classrooms feel calmer without devices, yet research shows little academic gain. This conversation explores attention, belonging and why deeper cultural shifts matter more.

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Paul Rudd gets a chance to realize his musical dreams in ‘Power Ballad’

Paul Rudd gets a chance to realize his musical dreams in ‘Power Ballad’

When Paul Rudd signed on for "Power Ballad,” the film’s key song hadn’t been written. “It kind of has to work,” he remembers saying. “We’re hinging this thing on it.”

Dr. Barton Goldsmith: Calming your anxious mind

Dr. Barton Goldsmith: Calming your anxious mind

We all have to deal with anxiety at some point in our lives. Unfortunately, some folks have to deal with it on a daily basis, which can make life much less enjoyable. Here are several techniques that have been proven to lower anxiety. Please give them a try.

The Kid Whisperer: How to get rid of your school’s warning system

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Dear Kid Whisperer, I teach in an urban K-8 school. Several years ago, we got a new administrator who took a lot of control away from the teachers and, in my opinion, has made teachers do many things that I believe have made behaviors worse. One thing she has done is to make sure that kids get warnings in the classroom, and that we have a system of warnings. This has made behavior worse across ...

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