Races to watch: These battles will decide balance of power in Legislature

A number of Omaha-area legislative seats will likely decide whether Republicans have filibuster-proof control of the Legislature. Democrats are optimistic they may flip a few, based on voting patterns and the national mood

May 8, 2026Updated: May 8, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Races to watch: These battles will decide balance of power in Legislature

Regional

Hastings Businesses Give Away More Than $7,000 in Prizes During KHAS Tour

Nebraska coaches share ideas and build connections during Shrine Bowl week

Epic Discovery Center opens in Grand Island after seven-year journey

Grand Island man sentenced to up to 118 years for sexual assault

Two Injured in Holdrege Crash Involving Horse Trailer

Annual ‘Battle of the Badges’ Blood Drive Concludes in Hastings

State

10-year-old Sidney boy reported missing; authorities seek public's help

Races to watch: These battles will decide balance of power in Legislature

Regional

Hastings Businesses Give Away More Than $7,000 in Prizes During KHAS Tour

Nebraska coaches share ideas and build connections during Shrine Bowl week

Epic Discovery Center opens in Grand Island after seven-year journey

Grand Island man sentenced to up to 118 years for sexual assault

Two Injured in Holdrege Crash Involving Horse Trailer

Annual ‘Battle of the Badges’ Blood Drive Concludes in Hastings

State

10-year-old Sidney boy reported missing; authorities seek public's help

Severe storms shift into Garden County as flash flooding threat continues near Sidney

Severe thunderstorm warning continues east of Sidney

Severe thunderstorm warning continues for Sidney area; threat shifts north

Flash flood warning issued for Cheyenne, Kimball counties as storms continue

Veterans, families recognized at Schuyler Dedication Ceremony

Sports

Gary Sánchez hits first homer since April 14, Brewers complete sweep of Rockies with 12-4 win

Brewers score 8 late runs, stun Rockies 9-7 in wild 10-inning victory

Nebraska coaches share ideas and build connections during Shrine Bowl week

Kearney athletes embrace hometown opportunity during Shrine Bowl week

Shrine Bowl South players reflect on hometown pride ahead of final high school game

North team building chemistry ahead of Saturday's Shrine Bowl

Ag & Outdoor

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

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey

Feed supplies tighten for Nebraska producers as drought persists