Pillen seeks federal aid after wildfires burn more than 850,000 acres in western Nebraska

Gov. Jim Pillen is asking USDA officials to approve a disaster designation for four counties

June 9, 2026Updated: June 9, 2026

By Naydu Daza Maya

Pillen seeks federal aid after wildfires burn more than 850,000 acres in western Nebraska

Governor Jim Pillen

Regional

KHAS Radio Concludes Heros for Hunger Food Drive

KHAS Radio Concludes Heros for Hunger Food Drive

UNK discontinuing summer commencement starting in 2027

UNK discontinuing summer commencement starting in 2027

Lexington man sentenced to 30-45 years in fatal shooting

Lexington man sentenced to 30-45 years in fatal shooting

GIPD: Thousands turned away as Trump rally hits capacity

GIPD: Thousands turned away as Trump rally hits capacity

North Platte man arrested in child enticement investigation

North Platte man arrested in child enticement investigation

Heroes for Hunger Food Drive Underway in Hastings

Heros for Hunger Food Drive Underway in Hastings

State

New Hulu documentary takes a look at 2017 Sydney Loofe case

City of Madison taking over operations at Countryside Home

City of Kimball begins discussion about becoming Creative District

Former Creighton coach, Nebraska native Dana Altman retires

Wife’s discovery leads to Lincoln man’s child sex abuse material arrest, sheriff’s office says

UNK discontinuing summer commencement starting in 2027

Sports

Turnovers could be crucial in Huskers tilt with Hoosiers

Scottsbluff sweeps Bridgeport in inter-class showdown

Colandrea’s running ability a major spark to Husker offense

Doane rues frustrating missed chances in Homecoming defeat to Mount Marty

Diller-Odell shuts down Meridian in Homecoming blanking

Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame inducts latest class

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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