Polygamous sect leader convicted of abuse charges after girls found in trailer on Arizona highway

A polygamous sect leader has been convicted on child abuse charges in Arizona while already serving a 50-year sentence in federal prison for orchestrating sex involving children

June 26, 2026Updated: June 27, 2026

By JACQUES BILLEAUD and JOSH KELETY

Regional

CatVideoFest helps community cats find homes

Central Nebraska Veterans honored for Korean War service

Adams County Fairgrounds Upgrades Equipment Ahead of Oregon Trail Rodeo

Rail Days kicks off with first-ever Golden Spike Ceremony and mayoral proclamation

Hastings Man Sentenced for Role in Apartment Building Fire

Hastings City Leadership Educate Community on Taxes

State

No serious injuries reported in two-vehicle accident

Polygamous sect leader convicted of abuse charges after girls found in trailer on Arizona highway

Regional

CatVideoFest helps community cats find homes

Central Nebraska Veterans honored for Korean War service

Adams County Fairgrounds Upgrades Equipment Ahead of Oregon Trail Rodeo

Rail Days kicks off with first-ever Golden Spike Ceremony and mayoral proclamation

Hastings Man Sentenced for Role in Apartment Building Fire

Hastings City Leadership Educate Community on Taxes

State

No serious injuries reported in two-vehicle accident

Freedom Park pushes to honor Middle East Veterans with new memorial

6 Regions 1 Nebraska: housing issue not one person’s problem

Magnitude 7.4 quake rocks western Colombia, killing at least 111 people

Severe Thunderstorm Watch continues for Panhandle counties

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Panhandle counties

Sports

Huskers open the season No. 1 in AVCA Preseason Poll

'High Expectations': Coach Bent excited for return to Beatrice

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

Pender routs Malcolm for first Legion title

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

Ag & Outdoor

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

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities