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Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 28, include: A former Nebraska broadcaster now living in Minneapolis describes what he is seeing as federal agents intensify their presence and protests continue after a second killing in less than three weeks, state officials drop proposed hour caps in a waiver program for people with developmental disabilities after public outcry, the Alliance Police Department receive new training and deploy a non-lethal response device, Nebraska farmers wait on USDA trade aid as the Rural Response Hotline sees more calls from distressed row crop producers, educators push back on a bill that could require holding back third graders with reading deficiencies, and the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce announces a first-of-its-kind statewide civics bee for middle school students.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 27, include: federal immigration officers arrested four people during court appearances at Douglas County Courthouse in Omaha, ACLU of Nebraska filed fourth lawsuit alleging wrongful immigration detention, judge set trial date for former state Sen. Dan McKeon accused of inappropriately touching legislative staffer, new bill in Congress could make it easier for farmers to qualify for federal loans, five Nebraska businesses will receive manufacturing modernization and workforce development grants, Nebraska men's basketball rose to No. 5 in AP Top 25 ahead of Tuesday night matchup with No. 3 Michigan.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 26, include: hundreds of protesters gathered peacefully in several Nebraska cities after federal agents killed ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, measles detected in Lincoln wastewater sample, U.S. House appropriations bill leaves out provision expanding E15 ethanol gasoline access, Tyson Foods will keep some employees temporarily as it winds down operations at Lexington plant, Nebraska casino revenue surged sharply from 2024 to 2025, Nebraska men's basketball beat Minnesota for its 20th straight win this season.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 23, include: Nebraska National Guard will deploy about 200 troops to Washington, D.C., Nebraska Supreme Court chief justice outlines challenges and progress facing the judicial branch, University of Nebraska and Clarkson adjust representation on Nebraska Medicine board, U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts promotes President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill, new Nebraska Rural Poll shows mixed views on online communities, high school baseball coaches gain new mound communication tools.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 22, include: former state senator Lynne Walz announces Democratic candidacy for governor, Gov. Jim Pillen used telephone town hall to criticize opponents and promote recent conservative policy wins, lawmakers consider proposals aimed at strengthening Nebraska's response to domestic violence, Pillen backs legislation to allow Tom Osborne's induction into Nebraska Hall of Fame.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 21, include: Nebraska Department of Labor is helping workers impacted by closure of Tyson Foods plant in Lexington, ADM announces plans to shut down 118-year-old flour milling operation in Lincoln, Western Nebraska faces one of its driest winters on record, marijuana advocate enters race for Nebraska's U.S. Senate seat under the Legal Marijuana NOW Party, Nebraska men's basketball looks to extend its nation-leading 22-game winning streak against Washington.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 20, include: final day of operations has arrived at Tyson Foods' Lexington beef packing plant, public health department battled measles outbreak over Christmas holiday, Omaha native Taryn Smith rows solo across Atlantic, Nebraska men's basketball rises to No. 7 in AP Top 25.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 17, include: Nebraska Medicine's board files lawsuit to block Clarkson Regional Health Services from selling 50% stake in hospital to University of Nebraska, Lancaster County Sheriff Terry Wagner says his office is investigating Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh over removal of Capitol exhibit display, Gov. Jim Pillen's new budget proposal would allow state funds to support private school scholarships, Nebraska's DMV has launched AI-powered virtual assistant aimed at improving online access to services, Holdrege woman prepares for television debut on reality survival show Extracted, women's flag football is set to become newest varsity sport at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 16, include: University of Nebraska Board of Regents votes to make university sole owner of Nebraska Medicine, state auditor questions $2.5 million no-bid contract awarded to bioeconomy consultant with ties to governor, Gov. Jim Pillen urges lawmakers to embrace spending cuts as state faces budget shortfall, University of Nebraska-Lincoln faculty voice frustration and distrust following department eliminations, Love Nebraska volleyball adds former Husker and professional athletes to its ownership group.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 15, include: Gov. Jim Pillen says senator's removal of images from PragerU historical display at State Capitol warrants criminal investigation, Pillen appoints familiar face to fill the Legislative District 41 vacancy after Sen. Dan McKeon's resignation, parents and advocates urge DHHS to drop proposed caps on family caregiver pay under Aged and Disabled Waiver, Hastings moves forward with long-planned east entrance project, medical device maker BD announces $110 million expansion in Columbus adding about 120 jobs.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 14, include: State Sen. Dan McKeon resigned just before debate to expell, former Nebraska Medicine leaders raise concerns about proposed university buyout of hospital's private partner, CHI Health hospital in Grand Island closes skilled care facility, new domestic violence shelter opens in Winnebago, Nebraska marks 10 years of Human Trafficking Task Force during Human Trafficking Awareness Month.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 13, include: Nebraska Legislature set to debate expelling Sen. Dan McKeon after Executive Board unanimously recommended removal over sexual harassment allegations, Nebraska hospitals brace for another difficult year as Medicaid and state budget cuts threaten health care services, University of Nebraska Regent Elizabeth O'Connor has resigned following felony charge related to drunk driving crash, UNO's Criss Library reopened after bomb threat was determined to be false report, Omaha leaders examine gaps in afterschool programs after new survey highlights unmet needs, Nebraska men's basketball team rises to No. 8 in AP poll, Nebraska football quarterback Dylan Raiola announces transfer to Oregon.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 12, include: Nebraska Legislature prepares to consider action against two state senators when they convene Monday, transgender health care discussion delays State Board of Education vote on learning community plan for Douglas and Sarpy counties, flu cases decline statewide though hospitals continue to see high numbers of respiratory illnesses, Nebraska announces $3 million in new funding for domestic abuse and sexual assault survivors, new federal report shows slight rise in food insecurity as data collection may end, volleyball star Jordan Larson begins her farewell tour ahead of retirement.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 9, include: Regents delay Nebraska Medicine vote, State Board of Education re-elects Elizabeth Tegtmeier as president and Liz Renner as vice president, lawmakers suspend rules to hold public hearing on expelling Sen. Dan McKeon over misconduct allegations, bill introduced to allow undocumented immigrants to obtain state work permits under certain conditions, lawmakers weigh extending child care subsidy expansions, Common Cause Nebraska seeks to block release of sensitive voter data to federal government. Nebraska men's basketball looks to stay unbeaten on the road at Indiana, Mahoney State Park replaces longtime ice rink with synthetic Glice.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 8, include: Education Commissioner Brian Maher says department is making changes after calculation error in 2025 resulted in three school districts receiving overpayments in state aid, Nebraska members of Congress respond to President Trump's comments about expanding U.S. military involvement in Greenland, lawmakers schedule Jan. 12 hearing to consider possible expulsion of Sen. Dan McKeon following workplace misconduct investigation, some PragerU historical displays are temporarily removed from the Capitol after concerns raised by Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh, Lincoln pediatrician says vaccines no longer recommended by CDC for children remain safe and available, Nebraska DHHS warns of EBT fraud affecting more than 130 households statewide, Scottsbluff Public Schools votes to close Lake Minatare Elementary due to budget pressures.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 7, include: Nebraska lawmakers open legislative session facing $471 million budget shortfall, police oversight officials revoked badges from 26 Nebraska officers last year, new state report shows Nebraska's teacher shortage improved, Gov. Jim Pillen invites Nebraskans to take part in planning celebrations for nation's 250th birthday, another case of bird flu was confirmed in commercial poultry flock in Butler County, developer of Omaha's former Civic Auditorium site has sued city over delays.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 6, include: four measles cases are now confirmed in Platte County, Nebraska lawmakers open 2026 legislative session facing tight budget that could limit new policy initiatives across multiple issue areas, Governor Pillen says Nebraska is improving its readiness for economic and security impacts tied to potential conflict in the Pacific, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Chancellor Rodney Bennett announces he will resign, federal farm aid payments begin rolling out under new USDA program as producers report deep financial losses, Nebraska voter coalition launches constitutional amendment effort aimed at protecting voter-approved laws.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 5, include: candidate filing opens for Nebraska's 2026 midterm elections, University of Nebraska regents plan special meeting to consider deal to take full control of Nebraska Medicine, new University of Nebraska-Lincoln study finds higher ethanol blends caused no engine performance issues in state vehicles, milk consumption rose in 2024, developers propose large aquaponics salmon facility in southeast Nebraska.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Jan. 2, 2026, include: flu and COVID-19 cases are rising quickly across Nebraska, a western Nebraska hospital is transitioning to Rural Emergency Hospital designation to maintain emergency care access, unemployment remains low statewide but layoffs and new jobless claims are increasing, soda and energy drinks are no longer eligible for SNAP purchases in Nebraska, new AI-powered tool is helping teachers work with Mayan-language students, Nebraska football closed its season with a bowl loss to Utah.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 31, include: A child in Platte County has been diagnosed with measles, the second known case in Nebraska this year and the first cases reported in the state in eight years. Health officials say the unvaccinated child may have exposed others at a church and a hospital in Columbus, NU regent plans to resign from the Board of Regents following a crash earlier this year in Omaha, where she was accused of driving drunk, State Sen. Dan McKeon continues to deny allegations of misconduct involving a legislative staffer and suggests Gov. Jim Pillen interfered with a vote to boot him from the Legislature, Gov. Pillen's administration outlines how it plans to offset decreased tax revenue amid a budget shortfall, Nebraska's minimum wage rises to $15 an hour on Jan. 1, a new law regulating how online platforms design content for children takes effect, Lee Enterprises announces the sudden retirement of its president and CEO and new $50 million investment into the company, and Gifford Farm in Bellevue expands agricultural education with a $100,000 grant.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 30, include: Nebraska will receive $218 million in federal grant funding to strengthen rural health care access and services, expanded federal funding could intensify workplace immigration raids, worsening farm labor shortages, advocates warn funding for domestic violence victim services is shrinking as number of murder-suicides rise statewide, state health officials report an increase in respiratory illnesses during the holiday season, Nebraska football prepares for the Las Vegas Bowl with changes to the coaching staff.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 29, include: murder-suicides were alarmingly common in Nebraska this year, sports betting at Nebraska racetrack casinos reached record high in November, voters approved majority of school bond measures in 2025, regional trucking waiver expands fuel deliveries during cold weather, trade tensions complicate planning for farmers after strong harvest.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 26, include: NioCorp moves closer to building proposed mine near Elk Creek, rising electricity demand is putting pressure on Nebraska's power grid and energy prices, spread of equine herpes virus across eight states appears to be slowing, Nebraska elevators often include unique feature: inspector's name, longtime Christmas village display in Howells welcoming visitors again after nearly a decade.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 24, include: University of Nebraska-Lincoln Center for Agricultural Profitability study estimates closure of Tyson Foods plant in Lexington will lead to billions of dollars in long-term economic losses statewide, former U.S. Senator Ben Sasse announces stage-four pancreatic cancer diagnosis, Attorney General Mike Hilgers dismisses lawsuit against Omaha Public Power District, debate continues over whether public universities should disclose athlete compensation records, Nebraska churches report growth and expanding congregations in 2025.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 23, include: human remains found in outbuilding on Furnas County farm have been identified, Amtrak trains crossing Nebraska are nearly sold out most nights this holiday season as demand outpaces available rail cars, funding for Nebraska's Business Innovation Act has been reinstated, University of Nebraska at Kearney reduces planned budget cuts after faculty and staff feedback, forecasters say Nebraska could see record warmth heading into Christmas.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 22, include: Nebraska moving ahead with plans to build canal from Colorado, Omaha Public Power District delays decommissioning coal-fired units, Nebraska Supreme Court rejects second appeal from man convicted in long-running Peru State College murder case, Nebraska Athletics sets $10,000 rental fee for weddings at Memorial Stadium, Rebekah Allick signs with professional volleyball team, Nebraska volleyball players earn recognition from coaches association.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 19, include: President Donald Trump signs executive order directing federal government to expedite rescheduling marijuana, Warren Buffett prepares to wrap up final year as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, new audit finds Nebraskans use state's online system for Medicaid and economic assistance while phone applicants often face long wait times, University of Nebraska-Lincoln faculty in eliminated programs are given December 2026 deadline to find new roles, Lincoln Airport announces new nonstop flights beginning next summer.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 18, include: Nebraska will become first state to roll out Medicaid work requirements approved in One Big Beautiful Bill, State Sen. Dan McKeon changes plea to not guilty in disturbing the peace case tied to alleged groping incident, Omaha boxer Terence "Bud" Crawford retiring after undefeated career, Nebraska and Creighton athletes earn spots on American Volleyball Coaches Association All-American teams.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 17, include: Nebraska Farmers Union President John Hansen says ongoing market uncertainty is making it harder for producers to plan and stay afloat, Omaha leaders are calling for statewide support for workers facing layoffs tied to the upcoming closure of the Tyson Foods plant in Lexington, report finds dual credit scholarships for low-income students are boosting college enrollment and completion rates, Lincoln police say residents have lost millions to cryptocurrency scams this year, Husker football offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen addresses reports that quarterback Dylan Raiola plans to enter transfer portal.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 16, 2025, include: Nebraska state senators toured state-run ICE detention facility in McCook on Monday, Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced he is seeking reelection, new gambling winnings program collected more than $500,000 in first three months, Omaha Jewish leaders gathered to address deadly terrorist attack targeting Australia's Jewish community, search for first full-time jobs emotionally draining for many Midwestern college graduates, Nebraska setter Bergen Reilly was named finalist for national player of the year honors.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 15, include: more than 3000 people will lose their jobs when Tyson Foods beef processing plant in Lexington shutters in January, Nebraska Huskers and Creighton Bluejays both fall in NCAA Elite Eight volleyball matches, Nebraska Legislature's Executive Board recommends expelling Sen. Dan McKeon, Nebraska Supreme Court revives lawsuit over Creighton University's COVID-19 vaccine mandate, state leaders warn rural broadband funds could be left unused.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 12, include: US senators reject two partisan healthcare proposals, state senators to tour McCook's ICE detention center as officials withhold detainee numbers, Nebraska volleyball prepares to host Kansas in Sweet 16, Creighton volleyball returns to Elite Eight to face Kentucky, Bezos-funded grant supports new supportive housing units in Grand Island.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 11, include: emails show DHHS sought additional security measures before federal and state governments paused SNAP payments, Gov. Jim Pillen renews proposal to expand sales taxes to fund schools. Sen. Dan McKeon pleads no contest to disturbing the peace, COVID-19 and other respiratory cases increasing, Santee Sioux Nation hosts land dedication ceremony near South Yankton, Nebraska tribal colleges receive major donation from MacKenzie Scott Foundation.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 10, include: AltEn cleanup update, Nebraska Public Service Commission approves Black Hills Energy rate increase, UNK proposes $4.8 million in cuts, Sen. Daniel McKeon charged with disturbing the peace, staffing shakeups for Nebraska football.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 9, include: rural public transportation demand grows as agencies absorb a 30-percent budget cut, Nebraska farmers weigh federal trade-war payments as crop prices stay low, lawmakers meet privately on groping allegation involving Sen. Dan McKeon, Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh blocked from McCook ICE center during November visits, Grand Island considers selling Camp Augustine for development as state park, Husker basketball programs both land in national rankings.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 8, include: Nebraska Board of Regents eliminates four UNL academic programs, new athletics facility approved for UNO, Playfly Sports commits over $10 million toward UNL NIL deals, State Board of Education member criticizes Omaha Public Schools over funding overpayment, Lexington officials outline challenges as Tyson plant closure approaches, Nebraska unemployment rate holds at 3 percent.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 5, include: Tyson's Lexington plant closure set to shift cattle operations across Nebraska, Nebraskans weigh traditional Medicare against Medicare Advantage, Rep. Don Bacon criticizes recent military actions, professional indoor football returns to Grand Island next year.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 4, include: one Lincoln mother describes how she confronted food insecurity while SNAP assistance was paused, ongoing legal challenge to medical marijuana ballot signatures, Foster Care Review Office report shows more kids aging out of care, NU regents face protests over proposed department cuts, three Omaha officers shot in confrontation.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 3, include: Gov. Pillen's office defends move to make this year's Capitol Christmas a ticketed event, Omaha Mayor Ewing addresses police officer shortage, Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission extends emergency regulations, Nebraska Supreme Court heard arguments on in-person work requirements, companies announce plans for biomethane project, Husker fans spend over $4.3 million on alcohol this football season, Nebraska Volleyball earns major Big Ten awards.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 2, include: Nebraska Infectious Disease Society condemned changes made to CDC's "Autism and Vaccines" webpage, state audit reveals financial abuse in Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services program, four utilities plan to study feasibility of new nuclear reactors in Nebraska, statewide teachers union launches initiative to strengthen ties between legislators and public schools, UNL professors begin a "Week of Action" to highlight proposed budget cuts, Nebraska football head coach Matt Rhule fires defensive coordinator John Butler.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Dec. 1, include: NCAA volleyball UNL and Creighton tournament schedule, state agencies coordinate support for Tyson workers ahead of plant closure, Midwestern farmers face difficult year producing major crops at loss, Lesser Prairie Chicken protection shifts as states continue conservation, City of Omaha hopes Vision Zero initiative can curb pedestrian deaths.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Nov. 28, include: new state education report offers clearer snapshot of current academic performance, forecasts show U.S. holiday sales could surpass $1 trillion for first time, Omaha's Holiday Lights Festival brings back hunger awareness campaign, research highlights how bison help protect prairies from spreading evergreens, UNL alumna Brina Kay earns multiple award nominations for Husker-inspired song, Sean Sherman shares insights from new Indigenous food cookbook.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Nov. 26, include: refugee families find themselves ineligible when attempting to renew SNAP benefits, LIHEAP heating and cooling assistance delayed due to federal shutdown, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service placing new regional hub in Lincoln, Union Pacific reaches fourth labor agreement this year as merger proposal moves forward, Grand Island mayor debunks AI deepfake claiming city banned Christmas lights.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Nov. 25, include: Lexington community leaders react as Tyson Foods prepares to close meatpacking facility, Creighton students raise funds to cancel $2 million in medical debt, Lynne Walz forms gubernatorial exploratory committee, Fairbury hosts pilot for nitrate removal technology, Nebraska Athletics announces Zach Bryan Memorial Stadium concert, volleyball players selected in Major League Volleyball draft.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Nov. 22, include: Tyson Foods announced that it will close beef plant in Lexington, new medical investments are reshaping specialty care in central Nebraska, Board of Regents approved joint accreditation for University of Nebraska-Lincoln and University of Nebraska Medical Center, Humanities Nebraska is cutting events and grants after federal funding loss, pertussis case trends vary widely across the state, high school football finals begin in Lincoln.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Nov. 21, 2025, include: Nebraska pedestrian deaths have more than doubled, American ag depends on foreign workers, Omaha Police launches 'Drones as First Responders' program, petition seeks to require four-fifths vote for lawmakers to change voter-approved laws.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Nov. 20, include: Nebraska's budget may not be as dire as it appears, Omaha Public Schools received $30.5 million more than it should have, bill from Sen. Deb Fischer would require tribal input in food distribution program, 13 Nebraska men face racketeering charges, UNL leaders decline proposal for new female Husker mascot, more Nebraska students are completing college degrees before finishing high school.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Nov. 19, include: UNL faculty senators pass no-confidence motion on chancellor, emails shed light on the Omaha Children's Museum's decision to pause fundraising for riverfront site, Nebraska faces tough decisions on how it pays for education, 3rd District congressional race adds new candidate, Nebraska researcher works to preserve histories from US Indian Industrial School.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Nov. 18, include: More than $310 million in state taxes unpaid for 2025, Omaha/Lincoln casinos set records for gaming tax revenue, Gov. Jim Pillen announces new appointments to Liquor Control and Medical Cannabis Commissions, UNL faculty senate prepares for 'no confidence' vote on chancellor.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Nov. 17, include: Nebraska DHHS distributed remaining November SNAP benefits, Farm Bill extension provision imposes strict limits on hemp products, Omaha's main library is constructed, shareholders advance proposed Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, Nov. 14, include: Food banks and SNAP recipients are waiting for EBT cards to be refilled, the funding package that ends the government shutdown includes an extension for certain farm bill programs, state senators pledge not to raise taxes as the budget shortfall grows.