Nebraska Update

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From the Capitol to your community, Nebraska Public Media’s local journalists bring you top stories and essential context every weekday morning.

  1. 23H AGO

    Feb. 9 | Senator's comments stall bill on antisemitism

    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Feb. 7, include: bill aimed at combating antisemitism at schools and colleges was pulled after sponsor was accused of making sexually suggestive remark toward another senator, Nebraska casinos continue to bring in hundreds of millions of dollars as gambling addiction concerns grow, State Board of Education again postponed vote on learning plan for 11 Omaha-area school districts, Board of Regents approved Katherine Ankerson as interim chancellor of University of Nebraska-Lincoln, new federal dietary guidelines now endorse whole-fat dairy products, grasshopper species has reappeared in Nebraska after more than 120 years.

    12 min

  2. 3D AGO

    Feb. 6 | No-bid contract records turned over to authorities

    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Feb. 6, include: State Auditor Mike Foley has turned over documents to law enforcement tied to $2.5 million no-bid contract awarded to consultant connected to Gov. Jim Pillen, state senators consider dedicating secure parking spaces near Capitol citing safety concerns, Lincoln proposes zoning changes to allow more accessory dwelling units citywide, flood watch issued for parts of eastern Nebraska due to rapid warming and ice jam risks, residents are encouraged to help track light pollution through Globe At Night project.

    11 min

  3. 4D AGO

    Feb. 5 | Child flu death, small business taxes

    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Feb. 5, include: two online sports gambling petitions remain uncertified after submission as state officials continue reviewing signatures and paperwork, Nebraska reports first pediatric flu death of season as cases rise again statewide, small business owners push back against proposal to expand sales taxes on services, Fremont police issue citations after student was injured during school demonstration, Nebraska Athletics plans to add more than 150 scholarships over next three years, international artists say rising visa costs and fears at U.S. entry points are keeping them out of Midwest.

    10 min

  4. 5D AGO

    Feb. 4 | Tariffs costing Neb. manufacturers, CD2 race money

    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Feb. 4, include: Nebraska manufacturers report higher costs after President Trump's 2025 tariffs took effect, federal and state officials criticize UNL student government proposal calling for divestment from weapons manufacturers tied to Israel, seven candidates enter race for Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District as Democrats target potential flip, Gov. Jim Pillen appoints former Husker Joel Makovicka to University of Nebraska Board of Regents, Nebraska Game and Parks tracks spike in suspected avian flu cases among wild birds, U.S. Drought Monitor team adds NASA scientists to author group.

    12 min

  5. 6D AGO

    Feb. 3 | Capitol security measures, Omaha streetcar impacts

    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Feb. 3, include: lawmakers heard testimony on bill calling for increased security at Nebraska Capitol, some of biggest infrastructure projects tied to Omaha's streetcar will be underway in next several months, chair of Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission resigned Monday, bill to boost school equalization aid and lower property taxes drew both support and concern at legislative hearing, state budget officials pushed back on concerns about projected shortfall during public hearing, federal lawmakers left E-15 language out of recent budget bill, Nebraska Public Media announced plans to acquire an Omaha FM station, Husker men's basketball slipped to No. 9 in the AP Top 25 after two losses.

    13 min

  6. FEB 2

    Feb. 2 | Tyson closure spikes claims, Huskers fall to Illinois

    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Feb. 2, include: Tyson beef plant closure in Lexington drove Nebraska unemployment claims to highest level in five years, University of Nebraska at Omaha cut $1.9 million from budget without eliminating academic programs, OSHA cited Fremont wood processor Horizon Biofuels following deadly explosion at plant last summer, bill addressing antisemitism policies in Nebraska schools and universities won unanimous first-round approval, lawmakers debated proposal to raise Nebraska's minimum marriage age to 18, Nebraska men's basketball suffered second loss of season falling at home to Illinois.

    12 min

  7. JAN 30

    Jan. 30 | Fremont protest hit-and-run, measles case

    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 30, include: student-led protest outside Fremont High School ended with hit-and-run as protester struck by car, Lincoln-Lancaster County health officials are notifying public after confirmed measles case led to possible exposure at two Lincoln locations, Nebraska lawmakers heard testimony on bill to restrict puberty blockers and hormone therapy for minors, several Nebraska businesses taking part in national general strike on Friday, Omaha rower finishes 3,000-mile Atlantic crossing in World’s Toughest Row.

    11 min

  8. JAN 29

    Jan. 29 | Prison health reform effort, transgender bathroom bill

    Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 29, include: Lincoln woman pushes for stronger oversight of prison health care after her father died from untreated diabetes while incarcerated, bill restricting bathroom access based on sex at birth returns to Legislature but faces skepticism from key state senator, gas station owners push back against proposal to raise taxes on skill games, former Sen. Dan McKeon calls for investigation into no-bid contract tied to Gov. Jim Pillen, Sen. Pete Ricketts responds to federal shooting involving U.S. citizen, farmers could see changes to federal aid calculations under new legislation, Nebraska reports nearly 200 new cases of chronic wasting disease in deer.

    12 min
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From the Capitol to your community, Nebraska Public Media’s local journalists bring you top stories and essential context every weekday morning.

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  • Creator
    Nebraska Public Media
  • Years Active
    2006 - 2026
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    63
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