Lindstrom launches petition drive to qualify nonpartisan bid for Nebraska governor

Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — Former state Sen. Brett Lindstrom of Omaha is officially jumping into the 2026 race for Nebraska governor as a nonpartisan candidate. Lindstrom, 45, who served in the Legislature between 2015 and 2023 before being term-limited, would join the ballot against Gov. Jim Pillen of Columbus, 70, […]
Who is Darline Graham Nordone?

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to serve for the rest of the senator’s term on Monday. Here’s what we know about her.
South Carolina governor taps Lindsey Graham’s sister to fill his Senate seat

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster on Monday appointed Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, as his temporary replacement in the Senate.
Police arrest man with a firearm at north barricade of the U.S. Capitol

U.S. Capitol Police arrested a man at the Capitol’s north barricade after officers said he was carrying a firearm, which is prohibited on Capitol grounds.
Immigration officials have fired at civilians 29 times in Trump’s second term

Eight people have been killed in shootings by immigration officials since January 2025, data shows. The latest shooting, involving ICE agents in Maine, was the 29th incident in President Donald Trump’s second term.
Judge blasts Trump’s IRS lawsuit as filed for ‘improper purpose,’ recommends attorney discipline

A federal judge says President Trump’s lawsuit against the IRS over his leaked tax returns was filed for an “improper purpose” and referred attorneys for disciplinary actions.
Sweeping housing bill becomes law, despite Trump delay. Here’s what it actually means for the market

Sweeping housing bill becomes law, despite Trump’s delay. Here’s what it actually means for the market
Inmate dies at Nebraska State Penitentiary

A 45-year-old inmate incarcerated at the Nebraska State Penitentiary died on Sunday at a Lincoln hospital.
Iowa prepares for RAGBRAI opening weekend

The state of Iowa will welcome bike riders from all U.S. states and foreign countries for RAGBRAI weekend
Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death triggers search for replacement, new Senate nominee in South Carolina

Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death sets off a South Carolina scramble for a temporary replacement and a new GOP nominee.