DED, Pillen no-bid contract fight with auditor heads to State Patrol, AG
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Nebraska ready for physical battle with No. 9 Illinois, Hoiberg provides Frager, Mast updates
January 30th 2026, 6:26 PM UTCAs No. 5 Nebraska gets set to host No. 9 Illinois, Head Coach Fred Hoiberg provided injury/illness updates on Rienk Mast and Braden Frager
New prosecutor gives new hope for answers in teen worker’s mysterious death at Pillen Family Farms
January 30th 2026, 11:18 AM UTCIn a reversal, the new Boone County attorney agreed to allow independent lab tests that could help explain what killed Zach Panther at a Nebraska hog farm.
City turns resident's hobby into community project
January 29th 2026, 6:55 PM UTCCommunity members are coming together to create a space for new plant life to grow in Columbus.<br/><br/>
Polk County investigation leads to sexual exploitation of a minor arrest in Ohio
January 29th 2026, 2:29 PM UTCAn Ohio man is behind bars after allegedly exploiting a minor online in Polk County, Nebraska.
How new SNAP rules are being handled in local stores
January 28th 2026, 9:24 PM UTCIf you walked into a grocery store here in Nebraska and try to buy a quick drink using your EBT card, you might not be able to anymore.
DHHS won’t seek to cap Medicaid waiver caregiver hours for Nebraskans with disabilities, elderly
January 28th 2026, 11:07 AM UTCLatest version of Medicaid waiver changes heads to second public comment period ending March 4
Huskers’ 2026 Football Schedule Revealed
January 27th 2026, 6:30 PM UTCThe Big Ten announced its 2026 football schedule on Tuesday, providing all 18 schools with dates for their nine conference games.
Gov. Pillen officially running for reelection
January 26th 2026, 5:17 PM UTCGov. Jim Pillen officially filled to run for re-election as Governor of Nebraska.
NWS advises ahead of dangerous cold and snow potential
January 23rd 2026, 1:37 PM UTCThe National Weather service says that very cold temperatures and strong winds are producing life-threatening wind chills ranging from -20 to -35 degrees this morning.
Born with a less than a 4% chance of survival, Nebraska’s ‘miracle’ quadruplets ready for 18th birthday
January 23rd 2026, 11:43 AM UTCWhen Rachel Woollen gave birth to quadruplets 17 weeks early, they had a less than 4% chance of all surviving. They’re about to celebrate their 18th birthday.
Ice jams prompt Flood Advisory for parts of Platte and Butler counties
January 22nd 2026, 3:35 PM UTCThe National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory for the Loup River in parts of Platte and Butler counties.
Organization files suit over DOJ request for Nebraska voter data
January 22nd 2026, 12:37 PM UTCA U.S. Department of Justice request for voter data is facing some pushback in Nebraska.
Lynne Walz enters race for governor
January 21st 2026, 11:42 AM UTCFormer state senator Lynne Walz announced Wednesday morning that she is going to seek the Democratic nomination for governor in the May primary.
Texas-based Buc-ee’s likely headed to Gretna
January 21st 2026, 11:10 AM UTCMayor foresees mega convenience store with 100 gas pumps as catalyst for city’s ‘good life district’
Nebraska bill would require civics test for lawmakers
January 19th 2026, 7:41 PM UTCA bill would require Nebraska lawmakers to complete a civics knowledge test within 90 days of taking their oath in office.
Rep. Flood says Nebraskans can expect larger tax refunds
January 19th 2026, 1:09 PM UTCTax season is about to begin as 1099s and W-2s arrive in mailboxes across Nebraska.
Lindsay opens new event center finishing campus project
January 16th 2026, 7:33 PM UTCEvents are already filling up the schedule in Lindsay as they open up their brand new event center.
Gov. Pillen proposed large spending cuts to offset $471M budget shortfall
January 15th 2026, 6:36 PM UTCLINCOLN, Neb. - While insisting concerns of a budget crisis in Nebraska are overblown, Governor Jim Pillen is proposing a nine figure cut in spending. During his annual State of the State address Thursday morning, Governor Pillen proposed $495 million wor
Board of Regents approves $800 million transaction to become sole owner of Nebraska Medicine
January 15th 2026, 4:12 PM UTCThe University of Nebraska is moving forward with purchasing Clarkson Regional Health’s share of Nebraska Medicine.
Over or under: Mobile sports gambling petition looks to gain momentum
January 14th 2026, 8:18 PM UTCSports betting is allowed at casinos in Nebraska but not on your phone, like it is in 38 other states.
One last round: Beloved Bartender’s retirement draws in hundreds
January 13th 2026, 5:58 PM UTCEuni Diediker has been running Euni’s Palace for more than 40 years.
BD expansion could mean 100+ jobs in Columbus
January 13th 2026, 1:06 PM UTCA Columbus-based pharmaceutical manufacturer is announcing a major expansion.
Vaccine clinic after confirmed cases of measles in Platte County
January 9th 2026, 9:30 PM UTCPlatte County residents had the opportunity to receive vaccines after four confirmed cases of measles in the county.
Second measles case confirmed in Platte County
December 31st 2025, 2:32 PM UTCA second measles case has been confirmed in Platte County.
Man dies after being hit by vehicle in Columbus
December 31st 2025, 1:16 PM UTCA southeast Nebraska man has died after being hit by a vehicle in Columbus.A southeast Nebraska man has died after being hit by a vehicle in Columbus.
Hog barn destroyed after large fire near Humphrey
December 29th 2025, 2:50 PM UTCSeveral volunteer firefighters battled flames and freezing conditions for more than four hours early Monday morning, after a Pillen Family Farms hog barn burned near Humphrey.
The mysterious death of a teen at Pillen Family Farms
December 19th 2025, 5:01 PM UTCA 17-year-old worker died at a Nebraska hog farm owned by the governor’s family. Two investigations later, the boy’s mother is still searching for answers.
Medicaid work requirement plans announced for Nebraska
December 17th 2025, 3:07 PM UTCNebraska is officially the first state in America to sign on to the Trump Administration's Medicaid work requirement rules.
Avera releases top baby names for 2025
December 13th 2025, 1:41 PM UTCThe top baby names have been released from Avera for 2025.
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