Here are the hometowns of Team USA’s athletes

The hometowns of competing athletes span 32 different states and Washington, D.C.
Court docs: Florida teen accused in murder plot said they wanted ‘blood bond’ with Sandy Hook shooter

Two central Florida students are accused of planning to kill another student at their high school, according to court documents.
Legislature passes law capping annual minimum wage bumps, creates ‘youth’ wage below $15

Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner State Sens. Jane Raybould of Lincoln and Tony Sorrentino of the Elkhorn area. May 22, 2025. (Zach Wendling/Nebraska Examiner) LINCOLN — Nebraska’s minimum wage will annually increase at 1.75%, no longer by the cost of living, and certain teen workers, starting this July, can be paid a subminimum wage […]
This year’s Olympic medals are worth more than ever

Athletes on the podium at the Winter Olympics in Italy will be awarded the most expensive medals in the history of the Games
Nike introduces inflatable jacket for Team USA at Milan Cortina Olympics

Nike has unveiled an inflatable jacket for Team USA at the Milan Cortina Olympics, allowing athletes to adjust their warmth with ease.
Do you know this person? Omaha police seek information on vacant warehouse fire

Omaha fire investigators are looking to identify a man seen near a vacant building fire that caused $800,000 in damage.
‘Not going to leave my kids motherless’: Missouri woman survives shotgun blast to face escaping domestic violence

“He’s forever changed her life, but I know she’ll persevere through this, and continue to be amazing mother and friend to us all.”
Alabama junior hockey player, two teammates killed in crash on way to practice in Canada

The hockey community is mourning the loss of an Alabama teen and two teammates who were killed in a car crash in Canada
Super Bowl party food costs about $140 — Here’s how to save

Some game day foods cost less this year, but others could drive up your bill.
‘Very supportive of secure elections’: Nebraska leaders respond to idea to ‘nationalize elections’

Nebraska election officials respond to President Trump’s suggestion to “nationalize elections,” emphasizing the importance of state control and secure voter ID laws.