Nebraska Lawmakers Advance School Safety Package To Full Legislature

The move comes just days after another school shooting, this time in Nashville.

Job Opportunities, Not Taxes, Top Of Mind When People Leave Or Come To Nebraska, UNO Researcher Says

Amenities and quality of life are also important factors.

Rules Changes Won't Stop Filibuster Fight In Nebraska Legislature

Some senators promised to continue finding ways to paralyze the session due to anti-trans bills proposed by the majority.

‘Permitless' Concealed Carry Of Handguns In Nebraska Advances To Final-Round Debate

The advancement came one day after the United States saw another mass shooting at a school, this time in Nashville.

Rules Changes Fail To Curb Partisan Rancor In Nebraska Legislature

After volley of motions halted LB 574 debate, GOP majority cuts how many motions senators can file.

Saga Continues: Will Nebraska's New Governor Accept Millions In Federal Rent Aid?

A new bill takes another stab at tapping what’s left of that money: $48 million.

State Committee Advances Property Tax Package Estimated To Provide $3 Billion In Relief Over Six Years

Lee Will, the governor’s top budget official, has estimated that the state has a current surplus of more than $2 billion.

Nebraska Senator Hopes Seventh Time A Charm For Bill Requiring Disclosure Of Spending, Donors, ‘Dark Money' Groups

“People have grown sick and tired of the negative ads and no accountability.”

Proposal That Targets Government-Assisted ‘Home Equity Theft' Aired During Public Hearing

Current Nebraska law allows a homeowner to lose the full value of their home for nonpayment of a much smaller property tax debt.

Time Running Out To Apply For Rebates For Installing Reverse Osmosis Systems

State rebates of up to $4,000 are available to owners of private wells with nitrate test levels above 10 parts per million.

Nebraska Legislature Advances Bill To Restrict Trans Health Care For Minors

Thursday topped off three days of debate that included passionate pleas, conflicting medical studies and a historic minority statement.

State Selects Rural Entities To Receive The Latest $10 Million In Economic Recovery Act Grants

The University of Nebraska was also among the winners.

Second Day Of Debate On Trans Health Care Bill Brings Personal Stories To Forefront

A vote on LB 574, which deals with gender-affirming care for minors, is slated for Thursday.

Nebraska Girl Scouts Seek Gov. Pillen's Support In Designating Official State Tartan

Last year, then-Gov. Pete Ricketts proclaimed April 6 as Nebraska State Tartan Day.

Nebraska Gov. Pillen Urges Awareness, Advocacy For Those With Developmental Disabilities

He said it’s “really, really important” to keep alive the designation that President Ronald Reagan began in 1987.

Voices Raised, Digs Exchanged In Debate On Nebraska Bill Restricting Trans Health Care For Minors

Opponents, led by Omaha Sen. Megan Hunt, said LB 574 was about “bigotry, discrimination and hate.”

Fortenberry Attorneys Accuse Trial Judge Of Mistakenly Allowing Prosecution

The latest brief repeats claims that California was an improper site for trial and that statements made were not material to the FBI probe.

Five Nebraskans Honored By Civic Nebraska For Helping To Build A Robust Democracy

The April 13 awards program is to be held at the Livestock Exchange Ballroom in Omaha.

Unused Gallery On Fifth Floor Of Nebraska Capitol Eyed As A Visitors Center And Museum

The fifth-floor space was originally intended to be a place for public visitors but has been unused in nearly four decades.

South Omaha Merchants Get Another Shot At Unclaimed ‘Turnback Tax' Grants

About $36,000 in grant money was left in limbo last year.

Nebraska Death Penalty Opponents Say It's Time For Another Statewide Vote On The Issue

A vote in 2024 would be six years after voters overwhelmingly approved restoring the death penalty — by a 3-to-2 margin.

Legislation Would Allow Voters To Decide Abortion Rights In Nebraska Constitution

If the legislation is approved, an election will be held in 2024.

Nebraska Students Demand More Gun Reform Five Years After National School Walkouts

Young people want action because of the Feb. 14, 2018, shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.

Governor's Income Tax Package Advances From Revenue Committee

Some question whether the state can afford it.

Nebraska State Sen. Merv Riepe Proposes Less Stringent, 12-Week Abortion Ban

He said he and other senators who oppose abortion but prefer a “measured approach” want to discuss an alternative to the “heartbeat bill.”

Affordable Housing Advocates Gather At State Capitol To Learn And Lobby For Millions

They are asking for money as well as tenant protections.

Sen. Ricketts Says He Hasn't Yet Made Pick In 2024 GOP Presidential Race

The relationship between Trump and the Ricketts family hasn’t been smooth, and the former governor's parents are DeSantis donors.

More Legislative Control Urged Over Spending Of State Lawsuit Settlement Funds

State Sen. Danielle Conrad testified that the legislature should decide how to spend the funds rather than the Nebraska Attorney General.

Nebraska Lawmaker Presents Task Force Recommendations To Improve School Safety

The task force formed after last year’s shooting in Uvalde, Texas.

Water Woes, From Lead Pipes And Nitrates To Too Little Water, Aired In Nebraska Legislature

Several senators are seeking state funds to address them the problems.

State Confirms It Has Applied For Federal Funding For Climate Plan

There had been some uncertainty about whether Nebraska would seek any portion of the funds.

Four Finalists Named To Be Next Nebraska Education Commissioner

The search committee seeks to interview each in public meetings March 30. Candidates will also meet with various groups throughout that day.

‘Have Jobs, Need People' Is The Message At Nebraska ‘Workforce Week' Event

Most speakers noted an urgency to build programs that can retain young people and recruit outsiders.

Legislative Speaker Answers Cavanaugh Filibuster By Moving Up Long Nights Of Legislative Debate

State Sen. John Arch will start scheduling floor debate into the evening hours on Tuesday, March 28, two weeks earlier than planned.

Millions Sought For Museums Devoted To Standing Bear And History Of Fort Robinson

The proposal got a wave of support during a hearing Thursday before a Nebraska Legislature Committee.

Tourism Slogan ‘Not For Everyone' As Nebraska Senator Seeks More Coordinated Messaging

DED Director Tony Goins was quizzed about the alignment of the “Good Life is Calling” campaign with the “It’s not for everyone” slogan.

Longtime State Capitol Administrator Retires Amid Report Of ‘Altercation'

A worker setting up for the annual Statehood Day Dinner in the Capitol Rotunda accused Bob Ripley of touching her during an argument.

State Auditor Raps Transportation Department For Failing To Track ‘Excessive' Overtime And Travel

One employee has racked up hundreds of hours of overtime pay while using a state vehicle.

Nebraskans Voice Concerns, Skepticism Of Reverting To A Bicameral Legislature

Critics say the move would not increase rural participation but would complicate rules and centralize power in political parties.

Nebraska Lawmaker Proposes Nonpartisan Elections For Statewide Candidates

If the Legislature approves LR 3CA, voters would have the final say in 2024.