Failed US-Iran talks in Pakistan raise questions about fragile ceasefire

Ceasefire talks in Pakistan between the U.S. and Iran ended without an agreement, raising questions about what happens when a current two-week truce expires on April 22

April 12, 2026Updated: April 12, 2026
AP nullBy JOSEF FEDERMAN

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Are Most Cherry County Landowners Against Commercial Wind? Planning Commission Debates Ban

The Cherry County Planning Commission voted Tuesday to recommend allowing small wind energy systems while prohibiting commercial and utility-scale wind energy projects under the county’s proposed new zoning regulations.

Two Pine Ridge Reservation Men Face Drug Charges After Alliance Traffic Stop

Two men from the Pine Ridge Reservation are facing multiple charges following a traffic stop in Alliance.

Valentine Teen Wins National Poppy Poster Contest

A 13-year-old Valentine teen has won the American Legion Auxiliary’s National Poppy Poster Contest.

Nebraska state senate term limits up for vote this election

Nebraska state senate term limits up for vote this election

Pillen and Walz Face Off on Nebraska’s Biggest Issues

Republican incumbent Jim Pillen is facing Democratic challenger Lynne Walz, a former state lawmaker from Fremont.

Bison roundup, landowner mountain lion permits discussed at Niobrara Council meeting

A recent bison roundup, a potential landowner mountain lion hunting season and the ongoing elk hunt were among the topics discussed Thursday during a Niobrara Council meeting in Valentine.