College Sports & Gambling: A Texas judge granted Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby a temporary injunction to play despite NCAA ineligibility for wagering, igniting backlash across the Big 12 and raising big questions about how college sports will enforce gambling rules. Wildfire Recovery: Gov. Jim Pillen requested USDA disaster designation to help wildfire-impacted Nebraska producers, and NRCS extended emergency EQIP signups for affected landowners through July 31. Ranching Hit Hard: Ranchers in western Nebraska are pushing for fence-replacement aid after wildfire losses, saying the costs are crushing and often not covered by typical disaster help. Local Land Use: Lincoln County’s planning commission is considering updates to data center zoning rules, including power/water needs, noise, setbacks, and emergency planning. Public Health: A Salmonella outbreak tied to moringa supplements has expanded to 119 cases across 36 states, prompting additional FDA recalls. Community & Culture: Nebraska’s Walk To The Rock app launched for Chimney Rock trail storytelling, and the Nebraska State Historical Society is inviting visitors to explore history at their own pace. Agriculture Costs: Rising diesel prices tied to the Iran war are squeezing U.S. grain and soybean growers during peak fieldwork. Immigration Aftermath: Omaha community members marked the one-year anniversary of the Glenn Valley Foods ICE raid, saying the operation hasn’t made the community safer. Education/Access: The IRS says 27 states, including Nebraska, opted into the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program for K-12 scholarships. Safety Reminder: AARP Nebraska shared scam alerts focused on protecting older adults from financial abuse ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Sports (Nebraska Ties): Nebraska’s UNK women’s basketball coach Drew Johnson signed an extension through 2029. Tragedy: A train collision in Kansas involving a farm sprayer killed the driver and sent train conductors to the hospital.