What to know about the two former Tiananmen vigil organizers on trial in Hong Kong

Two former organizers of Hong Kong’s massive vigils to remember the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown will hear their verdict on Friday, in a national security trial under a Beijing-imposed law that has virtually silenced the city’s dissent

August 20, 2026Updated: August 21, 2026

By KANIS LEUNG

Regional

UNK launches Loper Flight Academy

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State

Man sentenced after repeatedly sexually abusing 6-year-old girl in Lincoln

What to know about the two former Tiananmen vigil organizers on trial in Hong Kong

Regional

UNK launches Loper Flight Academy

New MLH CEO Hitting the Ground Running

Rep. Smith weighs in on data centers, license plate reader cameras

Steve Schieber named president of CHI Health Good Samaritan

Hastings Volunteers Recognized for Rodeo Work

St. Cecilia Softball Goes From Hunters to Hunted After First Championship

State

Man sentenced after repeatedly sexually abusing 6-year-old girl in Lincoln

Hastings woman dies in I-80 crash

UNK launches Loper Flight Academy

RFK Jr. highlights UNMC quarantine unit during Nebraska visit

100-year-old Norfolk Junior High auditorium restored with help from community donations

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Sports

Norfolk routs Lincoln Northwest in first ever meeting

With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line

St. Cecilia Softball Goes From Hunters to Hunted After First Championship

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

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