Iran’s leaders believe a victory is within reach, and that time is on their side

Iran's leaders believe that sooner or later the United States will have to accede to their control over the Strait of Hormuz

August 8, 2026Updated: August 8, 2026

By JOSEPH KRAUSS and AMIR-HUSSEIN RADJY

Regional

Rail Days kicks off with first-ever Golden Spike Ceremony and mayoral proclamation

Rail Days kicks off with first-ever Golden Spike Ceremony and mayoral proclamation

Hastings Man Sentenced for Role in Apartment Building Fire

Hastings Man Sentenced for Role in Apartment Building Fire

Hastings City Leadership Educate Community on Taxes

Hastings City Leadership Educate Community on Taxes

Elm Creek community holds vigil for students injured in crash

Elm Creek community holds vigil for students injured in crash

Hastings College Prepares to Open New Residence Hall

Hastings College Prepares to Open New Residence Hall

Nebraska Grazing Conference highlights farmer mental health

Nebraska Grazing Conference highlights farmer mental health

State

Lincoln man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison in child sexual abuse case

Hali Henzi takes home Barrel Racing Intermediate Grand Champion

7-year-old boy drowns Thursday at Lake McConaughy

Five individuals arrested for suspected fraud in ongoing Lincoln petition investigation

Nebraska officials call for election petition reforms following fraud arrests

7-year-old boy drowns at Lake McConaughy, Game and Parks says

Sports

'High Expectations': Coach Bent excited for return to Beatrice

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

UNK football returns to practice ahead of new season

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