PHOTO ESSAY: A Texas Trump voter, struggling with cancer and medical bills, breaks party ranks

The Nov. 3 election is fast approaching at a moment when Republican voters frustrated by rising prices could turn on their party

October 25, 2026Updated: October 25, 2026
AP nullBy JULIA NIKHINSON and JESSE BEDAYN

Regional

Fire near Ainsworth burns 20 acres, affects travel on Highway 20

Ainsworth’s fire chief is warning about dry, windy conditions after a fire west of town Thursday caused travel concerns and burned approximately 20 acres.

JD Vance rally draws 950 people in North Platte, according to Vance officials

The event at the D&N Event Center drew supporters of different ages, including students who skipped school to see the vice president.

JD Vance’s North Platte rally includes agriculture announcement, medical emergency

Just two weeks after President Donald Trump visited Nebraska, Vice President JD Vance followed with a stop in North Platte on Thursday to campaign for Republican candidates.

Vance draws crowd to North Platte - WATCH LIVE

Vance draws crowd to North Platte - WATCH LIVE

Landowner opportunity created as mountain lion lottery application period begins

New mountain lion hunting opportunities have been created in Nebraska for 2027 with the introduction of landowner permits.

Authorities Investigate Juvenile Assault at Valentine’s Old Gym

Authorities are investigating an assault involving juveniles that occurred Sunday night at the Old Gym in Valentine.