OpenAI blamed a hacking event on its AI models going rogue. Here are some things to know

ChatGPT maker OpenAI says it is still investigating the “unprecedented cyber incident” that led its artificial intelligence systems to break out of a testing environment and hack into another AI company

July 22, 2026Updated: July 22, 2026

By MATT O'BRIEN

Regional

Nebraska Diaper Bank expands services to Grand Island through new Hope Harbor partnership

New Kearney development offers flexible flex bay spaces for growing businesses

Chip seal project scheduled for U.S. Highway 183

Hastings College Gears Up for Inaugural Women's Flag Football Season

NPPD seeks public input on proposed Aurora-Central City transmission line

Local Leaders Help Clean Up Trash at Hastings Apartment Complex

State

Uncle testifies against nephew in Wayne County murder case

OpenAI blamed a hacking event on its AI models going rogue. Here are some things to know

Regional

Nebraska Diaper Bank expands services to Grand Island through new Hope Harbor partnership

New Kearney development offers flexible flex bay spaces for growing businesses

Chip seal project scheduled for U.S. Highway 183

Hastings College Gears Up for Inaugural Women's Flag Football Season

NPPD seeks public input on proposed Aurora-Central City transmission line

Local Leaders Help Clean Up Trash at Hastings Apartment Complex

State

Uncle testifies against nephew in Wayne County murder case

More than memories: UNK counseling students help local seniors find connection

North Platte man charged in death of 4-month-old girl

Hands-on livestock education

Norfolk council approves extreme blight study for part of south Norfolk

Nebraska Diaper Bank expands services to Grand Island through new Hope Harbor partnership

Sports

Basketball all-stars balance competitive edge with fun, ahead of NCA Basketball Senior Showcase

NCA Volleyball All-Star game set to highlight the best high school volleyball in Nebraska

Hastings College Gears Up for Inaugural Women's Flag Football Season

Bobcat basketball misses 2026 tournament goal

State Little League tournaments in Kearney sets participation record

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

Ag & Outdoor

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

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities