Feds approve Nebraska’s request to block TANF funds for drugs, psychics, music, porn and more

Nebraska Governor’s Office says restrictions are on ‘inappropriate and nonessential purchases’

October 14, 2026Updated: October 14, 2026

By Nebraska Examiner

Feds approve Nebraska’s request to block TANF funds for drugs, psychics, music, porn and more

CEO Steve Corsi of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services at an inaugural public roundtable of Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen’s cabinet. April 20, 2026.(Zach Wendling/Nebraska Examiner)

A new mixed-income housing model in Columbus aims to address workforce housing shortage

A new mixed-income housing model in Columbus aims to address workforce housing shortage

Community effort helps fight hunger among Columbus seniors

Community effort helps fight hunger among Columbus seniors

Flood Watch stays in effect as heavy rain continues across eastern Nebraska

Flood watch stays in effect as remnants of hurricane Polo dumps heavy rain across eastern Nebraska

Bark-B-Que brings community together to support Northeast Nebraska animal shelter

Bark-B-Que brings community together to support Northeast Nebraska animal shelter

$76 million project aims to expand and enhance Norfolk wastewater treatment plant

$76 million project aims to expand and enhance Norfolk wastewater treatment plant

Norfolk formally adds odor control deadline to Actus Nutrition’s permit

Norfolk formally adds odor control deadline to Actus Nutrition’s permit

State

Kearney police arrest man wanted on six warrants in Nebraska and Texas

Feds approve Nebraska’s request to block TANF funds for drugs, psychics, music, porn and more

Wayne County man Carl Ruskamp sentenced to life in prison for father’s murder

Board of Public Works recommends Landfill Interlocal between Kimball and Gering

Sen. Ricketts questions Russian diesel deal, urges continued support for Ukraine

A new mixed-income housing model in Columbus aims to address workforce housing shortage

Sports

Norris fifth in Class B, EMF's Klooz fifth in Class C at 2026 Girls Golf Championships

West Holt wins Class C championship in girls' golf, Minden's Jorgensen takes individual title

Garden County snares sequence of sweeps at Potter-Dix triangular

Crete, Beatrice begin latest quests for softball state championship success

Marian wins record 14th golf state title, Murnan claims individual crown

Husker offense sees more pass catchers vs. Indiana, Holgorsen praises Jacory Barney

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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