A jury found Nebraska's Republican Party defamed one of its own candidates in 2020

A jury has found that the Nebraska Republican Party defamed one of its own candidates during an ugly legislative race five years ago and ordered it to pay her $500,000.

April 21, 2025Updated: April 21, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

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A jury found Nebraska's Republican Party defamed one of its own candidates in 2020

Fleeing suspect crashes in Norfolk, seriously injuring two

Career fair focuses on art opportunities in Nebraska

Seminar focuses on lifting stigmas surrounding mental health

Massive Commercial fire draws multi-agency response in Columbus

NCN providing live Nebraska primary election coverage May 12

Iowa hospital accused of harvesting patient’s organs without authorization

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Strong winds cause major damage in Spencer

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Ag & Outdoor

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