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April 15, 2024

What to know about the storm system barreling across Middle America this week

A storm system stretching from Lincoln, Nebraska, to Baltimore is expected to leave tens of millions of Americans in the path of hail, flash flooding, and tornado warnings this week.

April 14, 2024

Nebraska lawmakers pass bill that would allow smaller school districts to arm staff members

Nebraska's rural school districts could soon be protected by armed staff members, thanks to one of several bills passed by state lawmakers near the end of legislative session.

April 11, 2024

Nebraska lawmakers propose tax-funded school choice bill

A bill advancing through the Nebraska Legislature would fund private school scholarships with taxpayer money ahead of a statewide vote to repeal a similar law.

April 7, 2024

Nebraska women's volleyball star accused of DUI, allegedly being 2 times over legal limit

Nebraska women's volleyball star Harper Murray, 19, was cited for DUI on Friday morning and allegedly had a BAC of 0.169 when officers stopped her, police said.

April 4, 2024

Nebraska legislature rejects Trump-approved 'winner-take-all' electoral system bill

A GOP state senator in Nebraska attempted to force through an election overhaul that likely would have benefited former President Donald Trump but failed to rally support from fellow Republicans.

April 3, 2024

Trump supporting Nebraska governor seeking to make state elections 'winner-take-all'

Former President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he supports a Nebraska bill that would change the state's electoral system to "winner-take-all," in line with 48 other states.

April 2, 2024

Nebraska lawmakers debate 1 cent sales tax hike

Nebraska lawmakers are considering a bill that would raise the state's sales tax by one cent, or 6.5%, on every taxable dollar consumers spend.

March 20, 2024

Nebraska governor tightens restrictions on gender transition treatments for minors

Republican Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signed legislation called the Let Them Grow Act, restricting hormone and gender-transition prescriptions for minors.

March 12, 2024

Nebraska woman faces felony charges after allegedly stealing $28K worth of gas by exploiting glitch

A Nebraska woman has been arrested for allegedly exploiting a glitch at a gas station pump that allowed her to get free gas by double-swiping a rewards card.

March 11, 2024

Brutal dog attack in Nebraska leaves 4-year-old girl severely injured, scalp nearly ripped off

A 4-year-old girl in Nebraska is recovering after a brutal dog attack last month left her with severe injuries, according to police.