The Nebraska Supreme Court has affirmed the firing of a Lancaster County sergeant who failed to execute valid arrest warrants. Citing the sergeant’s own statements, the court ruled that he knew the warrants required immediate action but chose not to act, leading to his termination.

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has appointed Douglas County District Court Judge Derek R. Vaughn as the next associate justice of the Nebraska Supreme Court. This decision marks the first time a justice of color will serve on the state’s highest court.