Episodios

  • April 17 | Pillen vetoes bills, inside new Omaha library

    April 17 | Pillen vetoes bills, inside new Omaha library
    Apr 17 2026
    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, April 17, include: Gov. Jim Pillen vetoes multiple bills as lawmakers weigh possible overrides, Nebraska prison officials reverse policy limiting Native American religious access after federal lawsuit, proposed federal cuts to USDA funding raise concerns among Nebraska agriculture leaders, new research highlights local resistance to large-scale energy projects in Nebraska, Omaha's new Central Library opens this weekend, Big Ten announces its first women's volleyball conference tournament.
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  • April 16 | Mail-in voting questions, Casady challenges DHS

    April 16 | Mail-in voting questions, Casady challenges DHS
    Apr 16 2026
    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, April 16, include: mail-in voting remains vital in rural Nebraska as county clerks work to counter misinformation and reassure voters about ballot security, former law enforcement leader Tom Casady joins new PAC criticizing federal actions, state auditor warns of steep decline in employee health fund, Capitol security focus grows as threats increase, Gov. Jim Pillen suggests change to filibuster rules, state launches cancer trends dashboard, food prices expected to rise amid global pressures.
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  • April 15 | Sports betting push, governor's race polling

    April 15 | Sports betting push, governor's race polling
    Apr 15 2026
    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, April 15, include: effort to legalize online sports betting in Nebraska is drawing major funding from online casinos, new poll shows Democratic candidate Lynn Walz trailing Gov. Jim Pillen by five points in governor's race, complaint alleges Senate candidate Dan Osborn improperly used restricted funds for campaign staffing, two Native American inmates are suing Nebraska prison officials over restricted access to religious space, Nebraska Cattlemen raises $1.3 million to support ranchers impacted by March wildfires, Lincoln debuts largest skate park, Lancaster County hosts students for County Government Day to promote civic engagement.
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  • April 14 | Student suspension effects, RSV season lingering

    April 14 | Student suspension effects, RSV season lingering
    Apr 14 2026
    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, April 14, include: Nebraska Legislature this session changed law to allow suspensions of prekindergarten to second graders for violent behavior, Nebraska voters have begun casting ballots early in person at county election offices ahead of May 12 primary, foreign money is now banned from Nebraska ballot initiatives after lawmakers closed contribution loopholes, boxing champion Terence "Bud" Crawford found guilty of careless driving in Douglas County court, health officials recommend extending RSV antibody use through April as cases continue despite decline, fewer newly arrived refugees are participating in Lincoln-Lancaster health programs following federal policy shift, Nebraska men's basketball standout Pryce Sandfort will return for senior season after record-setting year.
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  • April 13 | Death sentence in Laurel killings, Alliance housing

    April 13 | Death sentence in Laurel killings, Alliance housing
    Apr 13 2026
    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, April 11, include: man convicted of killing four people in Laurel has been sentenced to death, Alliance is struggling to draw people in and keep them there, state officials roll out plan to move and support health care workers in rural areas, lawmakers pass bill on retroactive Medicaid coverage requirements, UNL students compose music to celebrate campus library anniversaries, Nebraska student nearly achieves perfect March Madness bracket.
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  • April 10 | Trade school enrollment rises, tax debate stalls

    April 10 | Trade school enrollment rises, tax debate stalls
    Apr 10 2026
    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, April 10, include: Nebraska community colleges report nearly 5% increase in trade school enrollment, lawmakers debate proposed 2.5% property tax cap, Goodwill to shut down Grand Island behavioral health services, Lincoln downtown central library project clears another design step, Polk County homicide suspect dies following earlier assault and shooting, legislative session leaving behind proposals including measure aimed at helping refugees access benefits.
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  • April 9 | Polk County murder, string of overdose deaths

    April 9 | Polk County murder, string of overdose deaths
    Apr 9 2026
    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, April 9, include: Wesley Absher identified in Polk County murder and assault case, Lincoln police report six fatal drug overdoses in past two weeks despite overall decline, 19-year-old UNL student will be sworn in to lead student government after DUI plea, Lincoln begins outreach on $35 million O Street redevelopment project, Eaton announces new Bellevue facility with 200 jobs planned, man convicted of killing four people in Cedar County awaits decision on whether he will receive death penalty or multiple life sentences.
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  • April 8 | NE delegation supports Iran plan, budget bills signed

    April 8 | NE delegation supports Iran plan, budget bills signed
    Apr 8 2026
    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, April 8, include: Nebraska's federal delegation largely backs President Trump's pressure on Iran despite concerns about his rhetoric, Gov. Jim Pillen signs budget bills without vetoes, UNL Faculty Senate withdraws no-confidence vote and introduces new resolution, Omaha Supernovas fire head coach Luka Slabe with six games left, Omaha coffee shop is creating opportunity and support for young adults aged out of Nebraska's foster care system.
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