Nebraska suspect among those arrested in alleged plot targeting White House UFC event

Governor says Nebraska State Patrol assisted FBI operation; federal charges include conspiracy to murder federal officials

June 16, 2026Updated: June 16, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Nebraska suspect among those arrested in alleged plot targeting White House UFC event

Diego Lopes celebrates during a featherweight bout against Steve Garcia during UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House, Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

Regional

Status Hearing in Essink Case Set for July

First-year DARE golf tournament draws strong turnout in Kearney

State of Nebraska approves emergency declarations for nine counties affected by May's severe storms

Help is on the way for areas of Nebraska that were adversely affected by strong bouts of severe weather last month.

Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Grand Island Teenager

Welcome Home Weekend aims to showcase Cheyenne County pride, opportunity

Community leaders are inviting residents, former residents and visitors to celebrate everything Cheyenne County has to offer during Welcome Home Weekend on Saturday.

New Early Head Start facility in Kearney prepares to welcome children this fall

Nebraska suspect among those arrested in alleged plot targeting White House UFC event

Regional

Status Hearing in Essink Case Set for July

First-year DARE golf tournament draws strong turnout in Kearney

State of Nebraska approves emergency declarations for nine counties affected by May's severe storms

Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Grand Island Teenager

Welcome Home Weekend aims to showcase Cheyenne County pride, opportunity

New Early Head Start facility in Kearney prepares to welcome children this fall

State

Jefferson County board insists PWF Road project still in the pipeline

Gordon considers temporary ban on fireworks sales, use

PlantNebraska returns to Fairbury Cemetery to help replace some trees destroyed by storms

Norfolk water report turns heads

Nebraska suspect among those arrested in alleged plot targeting White House UFC event

Jamie Bright sworn in as Kimball County Clerk of the District Court

Sports

Milford volleyball star Shayla Rautenberg commits to Nebraska

WNCC names Shayane Poirot has women’s basketball coach

Red stifles White for All-Star Classic win

UNK extends women's basketball coach Drew Johnson through 2029

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

Ag & Outdoor

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

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey