Humanities Desk Nebraska Public Media

Nebraska will be electing two U.S. Senators in this election cycle for the first time since 1954. Incumbent Republicans Deb Fischer and Pete Ricketts are heavy favorites, but neither have received endorsements from the State Republican Party. Meanwhile, an independent challenger is likely to receive a Democratic Party endorsement in the general election.

The 25,000-square-foot skatepark is set to become the state’s largest upon completion. Skatepark designer Vince Onel said the new skatepark will provide opportunities for all skill levels over a variety of terrains. His initial design includes pump tracks, two bowls, street elements, and several sculptures.

A refugee resettlement agency is expanding its reach to more areas of the state.

Nebraska now has another commission added to its repertoire of racial and ethnic representation in government.

More than 100 Nebraska community leaders and civil rights advocates met Wednesday at a conference to discuss the state of human rights throughout the region.

Outside the University of Nebraska-Lincoln city union, students and community members are protesting the war and deaths in Gaza. They join several other universities across the country, some of which have been protesting for two weeks.