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Photos: Mike Flood hosts town hall in hometown of Norfolk

Photos: Mike Flood hosts town hall in hometown of Norfolk

  • ARTHUR TRICKETT-WILE Lincoln Journal Star

Rep. Mike Flood hosted a town hall on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at the Johnny Carson Theater at Norfolk Senior High School in Norfolk.

Flood faces tough questions on Iran, DOJ fund from hostile hometown crowd

Flood faces tough questions on Iran, DOJ fund from hostile hometown crowd

  • ANNA KLEIBER Lincoln Journal Star

Mike Flood faced a crowd of about 200 in Norfolk on Tuesday, where he addressed hot-button topics like the Iran war and the Department of Justice's "anti-weaponization" fund.

Omaha eighth grader succeeds in first rounds of Scripps National Spelling Bee

Omaha eighth grader succeeds in first rounds of Scripps National Spelling Bee

  • Luna Stephens World-Herald Staff Writer

Omaha eighth grader Sarah Fernandes has advanced to the final preliminary round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. 

Otoe County deputy injured in crash; Nebraska City man cited

Otoe County deputy injured in crash; Nebraska City man cited

  • Lincoln Journal Star

A Nebraska City man has been cited for a Sunday afternoon crash that injured an Otoe County deputy.

One city pool remains closed after busy Memorial Day shuttered multiple in Lincoln

One city pool remains closed after busy Memorial Day shuttered multiple in Lincoln

  • PETER BREEN Lincoln Journal Star

Arnold Pool in northwest Lincoln did not reopen due to mechanical issues, the city said. It was business as usual at the other eight city pools.

U.S. Senate nominee Cindy Burbank might have to sue to get her name off the ballot

U.S. Senate nominee Cindy Burbank might have to sue to get her name off the ballot

  • Juan Salinas II
    Nebraska Examiner

As she did to get on the ballot, Nebraska Democratic Party-backed U.S. Senate candidate Cindy Burbank might have to sue the state to get off it.

Tech group challenges Nebraska law requiring parental consent for minors on social media

Tech group challenges Nebraska law requiring parental consent for minors on social media

  • LORI PILGER Lincoln Journal Star

"Nebraska’s new Digital ID law makes a mockery of the First Amendment," said Paul Taske, codirector of the NetChoice Litigation Center. 

3 felony charges. 3 different verdicts for 38-year-old Lincoln man.

3 felony charges. 3 different verdicts for 38-year-old Lincoln man.

    The jury found Seville Colliers guilty of terroristic threats, not guilty of tampering with a witness and were hung on a charge of sexual assault in the first degree.

    Proposed 2-year contract would boost LPS superintendent Skretta's base salary to $348K

    Proposed 2-year contract would boost LPS superintendent Skretta's base salary to $348K

      Lincoln Public Schools Superintendent John Skretta would see a more than $14,000 annual pay increase if the Lincoln Board of Education approves a two-year contract later this month. 

      Senate Dem nominee Burbank endorses nonpartisan Ahlman in Nebraska’s 1st District U.S. House race

      Senate Dem nominee Burbank endorses nonpartisan Ahlman in Nebraska’s 1st District U.S. House race

        Nebraska Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Cindy Burbank, whom the party backed in the May primary, endorsed nonpartisan Austin Ahlman over the Democrat who won the U.S. House primary in CD1.

        Good Samaritan infant memorial service on June 7

          KEARNEY — CHI Health Good Samaritan has scheduled a service commemorating the lives of babies stillborn, miscarried or who have died in infancy. The hospital’s annual Infant Memorial Service will take place at 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 7 at the City of Kearney Cemetery, on the east side of the …

          Lincoln man killed in single-vehicle crash near Salt Creek identified

          Lincoln man killed in single-vehicle crash near Salt Creek identified

            A 56-year-old Lincoln man died Friday after a single-vehicle crash near Salt Creek, according to investigators.

            Police investigating man stabbed in South Omaha fight

            Police investigating man stabbed in South Omaha fight

              A 51-year-old man went to a hospital in critical condition Monday night after being stabbed during an altercation in South Omaha.

              1 person dead, 7 others injured in crash west of Lincoln

              1 person dead, 7 others injured in crash west of Lincoln

                Deputies believe a Ford Focus was heading south on Northwest 84th Street when it failed to stop at the intersection at West O Street and collided with an eastbound Nissan Kicks.

                Local News

                Lexington Community Foundation disburses over $620,000 in relief funding after Tyson closure

                Lexington Community Foundation disburses over $620,000 in relief funding after Tyson closure

                As of May 26, LCF has disbursed over $620,000 in community relief funding following Tyson closure.

                Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for May 26

                Southeast Nebraska neighbors: Obituaries for May 26

                Read through the obituaries published today in The Lincoln Journal Star.

                Lexington baseball teams place American flags at cemeteries to honor veterans for Memorial Day

                Lexington baseball teams place American flags at cemeteries to honor veterans for Memorial Day

                Lexington's 14U and junior baseball teams showed up Friday, May 22 to place American flags on all three Lexington cemeteries.

                Veterans keep memories of the fallen alive with Memorial Day service

                Veterans keep memories of the fallen alive with Memorial Day service

                Veterans Papillon’s seating was almost full Monday for the Memorial Day service hosted by American Legion Post 111 and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 5136.

                State & Regional

                Photos: Mike Flood hosts town hall in hometown of Norfolk

                Photos: Mike Flood hosts town hall in hometown of Norfolk

                Rep. Mike Flood hosted a town hall on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at the Johnny Carson Theater at Norfolk Senior High School in Norfolk.

                Flood faces tough questions on Iran, DOJ fund from hostile hometown crowd

                Flood faces tough questions on Iran, DOJ fund from hostile hometown crowd

                Mike Flood faced a crowd of about 200 in Norfolk on Tuesday, where he addressed hot-button topics like the Iran war and the Department of Justice's "anti-weaponization" fund.

                Omaha eighth grader succeeds in first rounds of Scripps National Spelling Bee

                Omaha eighth grader succeeds in first rounds of Scripps National Spelling Bee

                Omaha eighth grader Sarah Fernandes has advanced to the final preliminary round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. 

                Otoe County deputy injured in crash; Nebraska City man cited

                Otoe County deputy injured in crash; Nebraska City man cited

                A Nebraska City man has been cited for a Sunday afternoon crash that injured an Otoe County deputy.

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                Lexington Community Foundation disburses over $620,000 in relief funding after Tyson closure

                Lexington Community Foundation disburses over $620,000 in relief funding after Tyson closure

                New Kearney restaurant blends barbecue tradition with Mexican flavors

                New Kearney restaurant blends barbecue tradition with Mexican flavors

                Lexington baseball teams place American flags at cemeteries to honor veterans for Memorial Day

                Lexington baseball teams place American flags at cemeteries to honor veterans for Memorial Day

                Shopping

                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

                Affiliate content. Find the best options for THC gummies in 2025. 

                8 best CBD gummies for relaxation and wellness

                8 best CBD gummies for relaxation and wellness

                Affiliate. Take a closer look at some of the top CBD gummy options on the market.

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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                Breakthrough T1D Nebraska Gala set for April 25

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                Crime

                State troopers trying to locate man who ran from traffic stop near Overton

                State troopers trying to locate man who ran from traffic stop near Overton

                In a social media post, the Nebraska State Patrol said a man ran south toward the Platte River near mile marker 244 between Overton and Lexington.

                2 arrested after Lexington police carry out arrest warrants

                2 arrested after Lexington police carry out arrest warrants

                LEXINGTON — The Lexington Police Department arrested two subjects Thursday morning after conducting simultaneous arrest operations.

                Gothenburg man charged with third-degree sexual assault of a child

                Gothenburg man charged with third-degree sexual assault of a child

                Dirk M. Earll, 29, is charged with third-degree sexual assault of a child, a Class 3A felony; and two counts of committing child abuse intentionally with no injury.

                North Platte man accused of stealing tires from various businesses using fraudulent credit cards

                North Platte man accused of stealing tires from various businesses using fraudulent credit cards

                Guillermo Goytia-Avitia, 57, of North Platte was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of theft by deception, more than $5,000.

                Politics

                Photos: Mike Flood hosts town hall in hometown of Norfolk

                Photos: Mike Flood hosts town hall in hometown of Norfolk

                Rep. Mike Flood hosted a town hall on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at the Johnny Carson Theater at Norfolk Senior High School in Norfolk.

                Flood faces tough questions on Iran, DOJ fund from hostile hometown crowd

                Flood faces tough questions on Iran, DOJ fund from hostile hometown crowd

                Mike Flood faced a crowd of about 200 in Norfolk on Tuesday, where he addressed hot-button topics like the Iran war and the Department of Justice's "anti-weaponization" fund.

                U.S. Senate nominee Cindy Burbank might have to sue to get her name off the ballot

                U.S. Senate nominee Cindy Burbank might have to sue to get her name off the ballot

                As she did to get on the ballot, Nebraska Democratic Party-backed U.S. Senate candidate Cindy Burbank might have to sue the state to get off it.

                Tech group challenges Nebraska law requiring parental consent for minors on social media

                Tech group challenges Nebraska law requiring parental consent for minors on social media

                "Nebraska’s new Digital ID law makes a mockery of the First Amendment," said Paul Taske, codirector of the NetChoice Litigation Center. 

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