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Nebraska Update
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From the Capitol to your community, Nebraska Public Media’s local journalists bring you top stories and essential context every weekday morning.
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July 17 | Cyclosporiasis cases, NU cuts, Osborn on ballot
Today00:13:00Tap to summarizeYour Nebraska Update headlines for today, July 17, include: Nebraska reports 49 cases of cyclosporiasis as health officials continue investigating whether any are connected to nationwide outbreak, University of Nebraska campuses prepare for $29 million in budget reductions following 5% spending cut order, Dan Osborn officially qualifies for Nebraska's U.S. Senate ballot as fundraising attacks continue, Logan County approves data center moratorium while regulations are developed, Hallam planning commissioners hear Monolith's proposal for potential data center, another restaurant closes at Mahoney State Park, National High School Finals Rodeo organizers outline livestock disease precautions, Lincoln's historic Pershing Center mural is fully reconstructed in its new home, third-country deportations is expanding under Trump administration.
Transcribe →July 16 | New parties advance, tax shortfall deepens
Yesterday00:10:19Tap to summarizeYour Nebraska Update headlines for today, July 16, include: Nebraska election officials confirmed two groups submitted signatures to form new political parties ahead of November election, Nebraska's June tax receipts fell 7% below forecast, DHHS appointed new interim leader for Nebraska's youth correctional facilities and announced operational reforms, new regional bioeconomy partnership could help bring emerging industries to rural Nebraska, Once Again launches a new season with a look at the Nebraska invention that transformed agriculture.
Transcribe →July 15 | Omaha minimum wage vote, tax petition relaunches
2d ago00:11:56Tap to summarizeFormer U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg endorsed CD-2 Democratic nominee Denise Powell during campaign stop at Omaha's Metro Community College, Omaha City Council approved minimum wage ordinance restoring $15 wage for younger workers despite legal concerns and ongoing state challenge to Lincoln's similar ordinance, EPIC Option launched new campaign to qualify its tax overhaul proposal for 2028 ballot using paid petition circulators, Cass County officials considered moratorium on data centers during planning commission meeting in Weeping Water, State Auditor Mike involving three villages, David City and Plains Historical Society, American Red Cross declared nationwide blood emergency as Nebraska officials urged residents to donate, ranchers across western and central Nebraska are rebuilding after historic drought and devastating wildfires.
Transcribe →July 14 | Lindstrom launches gov bid, Nebraska cycolspora cases
3d ago00:10:30Tap to summarizeYour Nebraska Update headlines for today, July 14, include: Brett Lindstrom is launching independent campaign for Nebraska governor after falling short in 2022 Republican primary, Nebraska confirms cases of cyclospora while health officials urge residents to properly wash and thoroughly cook food, state senators remain divided over deeper budget cuts following Gov. Jim Pillen's latest directive to cabinet agencies, Lincoln city leaders consider revisions to proposed budget, high insurance costs again halt plans for alcohol sales at University of Nebraska at Kearney football games, documenting disappearing farm silos before they vanish from rural landscape.
Transcribe →July 13 | Property valuation protests, legislative audit
4d ago00:13:06Tap to summarizeYour Nebraska Update headlines for today, July 13, include: counties are reviewing annual property valuation protests after debate between Gov. Jim Pillen and county assessors over responsibility for rising property taxes, legislative audit says Nebraska's rural and urban jobs program failed to meet expectations, Lincoln defends its $15 minimum wage for younger workers in court, University of Nebraska faces $36 million budget reduction following Gov. Pillen's spending order, FBI is seeking possible victims connected to alleged abuse at Nebraska school, Nebraska's winter wheat crop is projected to be among worst in state history, Husker volleyball fans react to university's new reseating plan, Jordan Larson announces she's returning from retirement for another League One Volleyball season, endangered Salt Creek tiger beetle continues its fragile existence near Lincoln.
Transcribe →July 10 | Independent candidate signatures, county fair animals
1w ago00:09:29Tap to summarizeYour Nebraska Update headlines for today, July 10, include: independent congressional candidate Austin Ahlman says he has collected enough signatures to qualify for Nebraska's 1st District ballot, Nebraska livestock owners are urged to strengthen biosecurity as county fair season begins amid concerns over cattle diseases, experts say farm equipment prices could still increase despite temporary tariff reductions from Trump administration, federal judge orders restoration of USDA grants supporting many Black, Indigenous and immigrant farmers, Midwest dementia advocates are pressing lawmakers to invest in earlier detection and stronger support for families facing disease.
Transcribe →July 9 | Governor announces statewide hiring freeze, agency cuts
1w ago00:11:09Tap to summarizeYour Nebraska Update headlines for today, July 9, include: Governor Jim Pillen announced steep funding cuts are coming to state agencies and directed cabinet leaders to consolidate their teams and freeze hiring, Nebraska joins $45 million multistate settlement with Block Inc. and Cash App, western Nebraska theater is raising $45,000 to recover after South Fork Fire, cattle producers face growing concerns over tick-borne disease theileria, officials warn summer heat can increase risk of harmful algal blooms across Nebraska, Nebraska softball coach Rhonda Revelle receives contract extension and pay raise.
Transcribe →July 8 | Buttigieg to visit Omaha, sheriff felony plea
1w ago00:10:55Tap to summarizeYour Nebraska Update headlines for today, July 8, include: former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg will campaign in Omaha next week for Democratic congressional candidate Denise Powell as she seeks Nebraska's 2nd District seat, North Platte woman launches write-in campaign for Nebraska's 3rd Congressional District, Congressman Mike Flood says he's confident stalled federal housing bill will soon become law, Metropolitan Community College prepares to offer Workforce Pell Grants through four new programs, Omaha Inland Port Authority unveils plans for its new headquarters in north Omaha, Dodge County Sheriff Dustin Weitzel pleads guilty to felony wire fraud tied to union funds.
Transcribe →July 7 | Wildfire herd recovery, Husker ticket changes
1w ago00:09:36Tap to summarizeYour Nebraska Update headlines for today, July 7, include: beef producers in western Nebraska are weighing how to rebuild their herds after historic wildfires destroyed forage, County Farm Service Agency staffing has declined across Nebraska, Nebraska communities are developing childcare substitute network to help providers fill staffing gaps, Nebraska Athletics says upcoming season ticket reseating will create opportunities for new fans while supporting changing economics of college sports.
Transcribe →July 6 | Petition complaints, beef prices, July weather outlook
2w ago00:08:27Tap to summarizeYour Nebraska Update headlines for today, July 6, include: records obtained by Nebraska Public Media News show dozens of complaints about petition circulators across Nebraska, beef prices are expected to continue climbing as nation's cattle herd reaches its smallest size in decades, forecasters say recent rainfall could help moderate Nebraska's summer temperatures, China's new LineShine supercomputer could improve weather forecasting while accelerating research into medicine and nuclear fusion, Omaha officials are launching ambitious effort to transform city's parks with millions in private philanthropic support.
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