17 states and trade group sue California over plastics packaging law

A coalition of 17 states and a trade association are suing California to block a strict recycling law aimed at reducing plastic waste

June 23, 2026Updated: June 23, 2026
AP nullBy SARAH RANKIN

Regional

North Central District Health Department To Begin Offering WIC Services

North Central District Health Department (NCDHD) is excited to announce that it will begin offering Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) services as of July 9th, 2026.

Sidney student advances to Nebraska Civics Bee state competition

Sidney Middle School student Chloe Sparks advanced from regional competition to the Nebraska Civics Bee state finals, where she competed against 18 of the state's top students.

Sidney City Council modifies 2026 fireworks ‘season’ 

The Sidney City Council approved an Emergency Ordinance limiting the use of fireworks for 2026 to five days.

Gordon city council declines fireworks ban amid elevated fire risk

Despite ongoing concerns about wildfire risk, fireworks will be allowed within Gordon city limits this Independence Day after the city council did not approve a temporary ban.

Hail storm hits Logan County 

Hail storm hits Logan County 

Large hail, tornado reports and damaging winds slam Nebraska Panhandle, northeast Colorado

Severe thunderstorms produced large hail, damaging winds and multiple tornado reports Monday afternoon and evening across the Nebraska Panhandle and northeast Colorado.