A look at the South African politician sentenced to jail on gun charge who described Trump as Hitler

A leftist South African politician who has drawn the attention of U.S. President Donald Trump has been sentenced to five years in prison for firing a rifle at a political rally in 2018

April 16, 2026Updated: April 16, 2026
AP nullBy GERALD IMRAY

Regional

Hail, funnel cloud and 71 mph winds reported during severe storms across region

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Nebraska Panhandle, northeast Colorado and southeast Wyoming on Saturday, producing large hail, a reported funnel cloud and wind gusts exceeding 70 mph.

Multi-vehicle crash closes Interstate 80 near Ogallala

A major multi-vehicle crash involving numerous semi-trucks has closed a large stretch of Interstate 80 in western Nebraska Saturday evening.

Art, music and poetry create connection in downtown Valentine

The sounds of live music drifted through downtown Valentine Friday night as shoppers browsed artwork, visited local businesses and gathered with neighbors during the city's annual Art Walk.

Cruisin’ Night returns to downtown Sidney June 5 with new car show addition

Cruisin’ Night returns to downtown Sidney June 5 with new car show addition

Sidney police: Recent incidents not connected, investigation into white van continues

The Sidney Police Department says several recent incidents that had been linked by public speculation were determined to be unrelated following an investigation.

Work planned for Cheyenne County Road 8

The county road department is scheduled to 'fog seal' over the recent chip sealing on County Road 8 from 119 to 129.