The Mediterranean's warming waters are drawing hundreds of invasive species

Scientists say climate change is heating the Mediterranean Sea, inviting invasive fish species that harm native populations

July 30, 2026Updated: July 30, 2026

By SILVIA STELLACCI and MENELAOS HADJICOSTIS

Regional

Nebraska Top 10 Volleyball Tournament brings new showcase, over 100 Teams to Kearney SportsPlex

Nebraska Top 10 Volleyball Tournament brings new showcase, over 100 Teams to Kearney SportsPlex

Grand Island Police seek funding for traffic unit, additional staff

Grand Island Police seek funding for traffic unit, additional staff

Local Organizations Helping Hundreds of Students Prepare for Back-to-School

Local Organizations Helping Hundreds of Students Prepare for Back-to-School

Hastings City Council Pauses Contract Negotiations with Heartland Pet Connection

Hastings City Council Pauses Contract Negotiations with Heartland Pet Connection

Hastings Public Schools Sets New Graduation Mark

Hastings Public Schools Sets New Graduation Mark

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

State

Fire extinguished at former city power plant

Scottsbluff juvenile male arrested following report of stolen vehicle

DAV, RecruitMilitary® host Central Region Virtual Career Fair for Veterans

Scottsbluff juvenile arrested on felony, misdemeanor charges following pursuit

Nebraska Top 10 Volleyball Tournament brings new showcase, over 100 Teams to Kearney SportsPlex

First female Nebraska American Legion umpire takes the field

Sports

Nebraska Top 10 Volleyball Tournament brings new showcase, over 100 Teams to Kearney SportsPlex

Penn State coach, players praise Pierce native Ben Brahmer at Big Ten Media Days

UNK football speaks at media day ahead of fall camp

Big Ten Media Days begins this week in Chicago

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Kearney Little League team advances to Midwest Regional after winning Nebraska title

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