Top Journal Star photos and videos for March 2026
Milford's Abby Crabtree, center, celebrates with teammates after making a half-court shot to beat the second quarter buzzer during a Class C-1 state semifinal game Friday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
Malcolm’s Payton Dolliver (12) sheds a tear as she embraces her sister Halle Dolliver (30) after falling to Milford in the Class C-1 state championship game Saturday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
Fort Calhoun’s Maelie Nelson (20) trips over Malcolm’s Payton Dolliver (12) as they both chase after a loose ball during a Class C-1 semifinal state basketball tournament game on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
Wynot’s Kenna Oligmueller (12) and Haley Wieseler (3) try to gain possession of a loose ball against Dundy County Stratton’s Emily Schack (11) during the Class D-2 state championship game Saturday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
Howells-Dodge’s Kenadie Throener (52) hoists the plaque with the student fan section sporting Burger King crowns during the NSAA Class D-1 girls state championship basketball game on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Howells-Dodge beat Bloomfield 45-42.
Nebraska's Sam Hoiberg greets fans on his way back off the court following the Huskers' win against Iowa on Sunday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
Lincoln North Star players dogpile on the floor after winning the Class A state championship game against Omaha North Saturday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
Bennington’s Kennedy Portwood (4) and Regan Bluhm (14) explode onto the court after a win during an NSAA Class B semifinal girls state basketball game on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Bennington beat Lincoln Pius X 55-52.
Dundy County Stratton’s Ava Lutz (23) and Clara Spargo (1) celebrate as Abi Spargo, not pictured, secures the final basket to beat Wynot during the Class D-2 state championship game Saturday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
DCS fan Barrett Partch wears a cowboy hat lined with miniature trophies that he and his mom made for the match during the Class D-2 state championship game Saturday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
Lincoln Christian’s Stella Burgher (11) covers her face with her jersey after the Crusaders fall to Fort Calhoun in overtime during a Class C-1 first-round state basketball tournament game on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Devaney Sports Center.
Lincoln Pius X’s Kendal Heimes (4) heads to the basket under foul by Bennington’s Allie John (34) during an NSAA Class B semifinal girls state basketball game on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Bennington beat Lincoln Pius X 55-52.
Ogallala’s Laney Caskey (2) flies over Gothenburg’s Grace Evert (24) to gain possession of a loose ball during a Class C-1 first-round state basketball tournament game on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Devaney Sports Center.
78-year-old Marilyn Hooper, left, from Omaha, leads her group of “Pissed off Grandmas” in song on Friday, March 6, 2026, on the steps of the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln. “We are out to save democracy by singing social messages about what is happening in our country,” Hooper said. “You’re never too old to fight for democracy.” The group was invited to the statehouse by the Women’s March to take part in a day of activities for the upcoming International Women’s Day. Attendees were invited to call out their district senators legislation, listen to debate taking place on the senate floor, sign the Respect Nebraska Voters petition and listen to a few female senators speak about their journeys running for office.
Construction crews work at the site of a repaired railway bridge on Tuesday over the Salt Creek near Sun Valley and Westgate boulevards.
Luda Smyshliaiev, a Ukrainian immigrant from Kherson, bows her head in prayer during a vigil outside the state Capitol on Saturday. More than a hundred attended as members of Lincoln’s Ukrainian community gathered at the State Seal Fountain to share remarks, join in song and to pray for peace to mark four years since Russia invaded Ukraine. “I’m here to let the world know that it’s not just war — it’s a genocide,” Smyshliaiev said. “They want to erase us.”
A federal judge in New York ruled Wednesday that companies that paid tariffs struck down last month by the Supreme Court are due refunds.
Lincoln officials are considering changes that would allow rural wineries to sell beer, liquor and prepared food.
Lincoln Fire and Rescue responded to a basement fire in south Lincoln Monday afternoon. Homeowner Steve Eaton said he was vacuuming his garage when he began to smell smoke.
It’s March Madness at Open Harvest, where cheeses go head-to-head and only the sharpest make the cut.
Around 12:30 a.m. Tuesday, first responders were called to the area of Southwest 84th and West A streets for a single-vehicle rollover crash.
DISH Network customers in Nebraska no longer have access to some of their favorite local channels.
Police released more details Wednesday morning about the body found near Oak Creek in north Lincoln Tuesday afternoon.
