Sen. Ricketts rolls out Rebuild the American Herd Plan amid reelection campaign

With the U.S. cattle herd at its lowest level in 75 years, U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts is proposing a plan to help rebuild it as he campaigns for reelection.

October 9, 2026Updated: October 9, 2026

By Casey Wonnenberg

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Regional

Kearney man sentenced to more than 26 years in federal child pornography case

Merrick County Crash Results in Minor Injuries

Woman sues Nebraska Legislature, state over sexual harassment allegations involving former Sen. Dan McKeon

Kearney boys, Lincoln Southwest girls win Heartland Athletic Conference cross country titles

KHAS Radio Concludes Heros for Hunger Food Drive

UNK discontinuing summer commencement starting in 2027

Sen. Ricketts rolls out Rebuild the American Herd Plan amid reelection campaign

Regional

Kearney man sentenced to more than 26 years in federal child pornography case

Merrick County Crash Results in Minor Injuries

Woman sues Nebraska Legislature, state over sexual harassment allegations involving former Sen. Dan McKeon

Kearney boys, Lincoln Southwest girls win Heartland Athletic Conference cross country titles

KHAS Radio Concludes Heros for Hunger Food Drive

UNK discontinuing summer commencement starting in 2027

State

Medicaid changes impact Nebraska refugees and asylum-seekers

Nebraskans could qualify for money in generic drug price-fixing settlements

Kearney man sentenced to more than 26 years in federal child pornography case

Nebraska foreclosure filings jump nearly 90% from last year

Omaha firefighter accused of child pornography possession now charged with sex trafficking

State record? Giant catch from new boat remains in the realm of lore

Sports

Amanda Schultze to step down as Northeast volleyball coach after 14 seasons

Young referee hasn’t let impairment keep him from pursuing excellence

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Mount Marty Recap, Dordt Preview

Can the Undefeated Huskers Handle Indiana?

Kearney boys, Lincoln Southwest girls win Heartland Athletic Conference cross country titles

Turnovers could be crucial in Huskers tilt with Hoosiers

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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