Amazon set to expand drone delivery of lightweight packages to 500 US cities

Millions more people may be able to get smaller, lightweight Amazon packages delivered by drones by the end of the year under a plan the company announced Thursday to expand the airborne shipping to suburban areas in nearly 500 U.S. cities

August 18, 2026Updated: August 18, 2026

By JOSH FUNK

Despite more good work on the ground, Doane can’t keep pace with nationally-ranked Northwestern

Doane football ran for more than 200 yards for the first time in more than two years, but that wasn't enough to keep pace with nationally-ranked Northwestern on Saturday in Orange City

Crete’s state softball run ends after three tight contests

The Crete Cardinals were one of Class B's top teams all season, and proved that one final time by playing three tight games at this week's softball state tournament.

Omaha man sentenced to 25 years for distributing child sexual abuse material

Huskers remain quiet on potential Dylan Raiola reunion vs. Ducks

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

September 25th 2026, 4:07 AM UTC

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

August 21st 2026, 7:10 PM UTC

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Amazon set to expand drone delivery of lightweight packages to 500 US cities

Despite more good work on the ground, Doane can’t keep pace with nationally-ranked Northwestern

Crete’s state softball run ends after three tight contests

Omaha man sentenced to 25 years for distributing child sexual abuse material

Huskers remain quiet on potential Dylan Raiola reunion vs. Ducks

State

Norfolk Chamber opens larger haunted house for Halloween season

Vice President JD Vance to hold midterm rally in North Platte next week

Local couple brings new life to old treasures through antiques business

Southeast Community College adds administrator

Woman accused of finding, keeping Omaha firefighter’s child pornography

Suspicious substance found at Sen. Ricketts’ office in Omaha

Sports

Despite more good work on the ground, Doane can’t keep pace with nationally-ranked Northwestern

Crete’s state softball run ends after three tight contests

State Softball Championship Matchups Set

Sidney Wins Physical Battle in Alliance, 20-8

Pierce Wins the Battle of the Blue in Wayne

Chadron handles Bridgeport in final home game

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer