Pillen confident in Nebraska budget, won’t ‘speculate’ on projected out-year hole

LINCOLN — Gov. Jim Pillen remains confident in his preferred policies to grow Nebraska and cut costs, even as the speaker of the Legislature has again identified the state budget as the “biggest challenge” for 2026. Many of the budget tweaks likely to be …

Nebraska rainfall could set stage for strong pollination – if faucet stays on 3 hours

As Nebraska’s corn and soybean crops move into critical early summer stages, this week’s forecast could bring timely relief and boost moisture profiles, especially in the eastern part of the state. Eric Hunt with Nebraska Extension says the weather outlook …

Ag teacher gap: Nebraska works to meet demand for ag education 2 hours

Across Nebraska, high schools are investing in ag education — adding programs, building facilities, and hiring teachers to support agriculture. It all sounds great, but there’s a problem – not enough teachers. Online listings show there are 48 ag teaching …

Nebraska gas prices rise amid global tensions

OMAHA, Neb — Average gasoline prices in Nebraska have increased by 5.9 cents per gallon over the past week, reaching an average of $2.95 per gallon, according to GasBuddy's survey of 1,150 stations in the state. This marks a 4.5-cent increase from a …

Nebraska slaughterhouse adapts as immigration crackdown reshapes labor force

Jun 23, 2025: 4:52 a.m.: Nebraska slaughterhouse adapts as immigration crackdown reshapes labor force A Nebraska slaughterhouse offers ergonomic work stations and no night shift as the immigration crackdown threatens its traditional labor force https:…

Matt Rhule details how 12-team College Football Playoff format changes things for Nebraska

Matt Rhule noted the 12-team College Football Playoff could change things when it comes to measuring success at Nebraska or around college football. Rhule has seen jumps in Year 3 at Temple and Baylor and the Huskers are next on the list. The Huskers got …

Out Nebraska renueva imagen y aumenta alcance durante el Mes del Orgullo

Haga clic en reproducir para escuchar este artículo. La organizacion sin fines de lucro Out Nebraska celebra el Mes del Orgullo con una serie de desfiles, marchas y otros eventos por todo el estado en junio. El grupo tambien aprovecha la ocasion para …

House-Passed Budget Bill Will Devastate Nebraska Communities

The House-passed budget reconciliation package in Washington, D.C., will strip away basic health care and food assistance from hundreds of thousands of Nebraskans and their families. Nebraska’s three House members voted to advance this destructive plan …

Nebraska football: Dana is doing ‘Dana things’ as summer takes a turn

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