Nebraska Legislature will decide whether to apply Gov. Pillen’s 5% spending cuts during 2027 session

Pillen announced the spending cuts in a July memo. Though the memo announced the reductions would begin immediately, there have been some exceptions

August 20, 2026Updated: August 20, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Nebraska Legislature will decide whether to apply Gov. Pillen’s 5% spending cuts during 2027 session

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen greets State Sen. Paul Strommen of Sidney on the final day of the 2026 legislative session. April 17, 2026. (Zach Wendling/Nebraska Examiner)

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Norfolk will advertise for bids for Ta-Ha-Zouka softball improvements project

New sculpture installed at Victory Road roundabout

Columbus Sertomaland Playground reopens with all-inclusive upgrades

Hope Crisis Center chief chats with county commissioners about funding, services

Hope Crisis Center executive director Carmen Hinman is touting her organization's successes but isn't shying away from its funding struggles in her conversations with county boards this summer.

Nebraska Legislature will decide whether to apply Gov. Pillen’s 5% spending cuts during 2027 session

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Norfolk will advertise for bids for Ta-Ha-Zouka softball improvements project

New sculpture installed at Victory Road roundabout

Columbus Sertomaland Playground reopens with all-inclusive upgrades

Hope Crisis Center chief chats with county commissioners about funding, services

State

Lake MacConaughy's last public boat ramp closed due to low water levels

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

Nebraska Legislature will decide whether to apply Gov. Pillen’s 5% spending cuts during 2027 session

Rep. Smith discusses farm economy during Kearney visit

Motorcyclist dies in shooting incident with deputies

Five arrested in undercover Omaha operation after allegedly expecting to meet a 14-year-old

Sports

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

SEASON PREVIEW: Norris Volleyball chasing coveted three-peat in 2026

Huskers star power on full display, in Red-White scrimmage

"First time in 12 years": Holgorsen praises fast-learning offense

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities