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Republican U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts is optimistic legislation seeking to reform college sports will make it through the Senate.
Nebraska Sen. Ricketts weighs in on college sports reform bill, AI guardrails
Republican U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts is optimistic legislation seeking to reform college sports will make it through the Senate.
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September 16, 2026 at 9:08 PM
Republican U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts is optimistic legislation seeking to reform college sports will make it through the Senate.
New chief Kevin Warsh joined a unanimous decision that effectively acknowledges the Trump administration's inability so far to control inflation.
Federal Reserve hikes rates, sees more tightening ahead
New chief Kevin Warsh joined a unanimous decision that effectively acknowledges the Trump administration's inability so far to control inflation.
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September 16, 2026 at 6:27 PM
New chief Kevin Warsh joined a unanimous decision that effectively acknowledges the Trump administration's inability so far to control inflation.
Huskers-Bluejays has been sold out for weeks, but you can still get in. Here’s what resale tickets are going for Wednesday morning.
Want to see Husker volleyball vs. Creighton tonight? Need tickets?
Huskers-Bluejays has been sold out for weeks, but you can still get in. Here’s what resale tickets are going for Wednesday morning.
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September 16, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Huskers-Bluejays has been sold out for weeks, but you can still get in. Here’s what resale tickets are going for Wednesday morning.
More than 30 years after Nebraska fans invaded Notre Dame Stadium for a game, they’ll get to do so again in 2033. When the autumn leaves are turning, no less.
Nebraska schedules Notre Dame for home-and-home series in 2032, 2033
More than 30 years after Nebraska fans invaded Notre Dame Stadium for a game, they’ll get to do so again in 2033. When the autumn leaves are turning, no less.
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September 16, 2026 at 4:01 PM
More than 30 years after Nebraska fans invaded Notre Dame Stadium for a game, they’ll get to do so again in 2033. When the autumn leaves are turning, no less.
Tyler Benzel, 37, was booked on suspicion of first-degree murder after a 19-year-old Lincoln woman was fatally shot Tuesday night.
Lincoln police make arrest after woman, 19, fatally shot Tuesday night.
Tyler Benzel, 37, was booked on suspicion of first-degree murder after a 19-year-old Lincoln woman was fatally shot Tuesday night.
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September 16, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Tyler Benzel, 37, was booked on suspicion of first-degree murder after a 19-year-old Lincoln woman was fatally shot Tuesday night.
Explore the legal battles and allegations surrounding Shane Harrington, including lawsuits against attorneys and a trafficking victim related to a former strip club.
Harrington files new suit, this time adding sex trafficking victim as defendant
Explore the legal battles and allegations surrounding Shane Harrington, including lawsuits against attorneys and a trafficking victim related to a former strip club.
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September 16, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Explore the legal battles and allegations surrounding Shane Harrington, including lawsuits against attorneys and a trafficking victim related to a former strip club.
Three classes have new No. 1 teams, including a major shift in Class C-1. Plus, Standing Bear enters the rankings for the first time.
Nebraska high school volleyball rankings: Big shakeup in C-1; Standing Bear checks in
Three classes have new No. 1 teams, including a major shift in Class C-1. Plus, Standing Bear enters the rankings for the first time.
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September 16, 2026 at 12:06 PM
Three classes have new No. 1 teams, including a major shift in Class C-1. Plus, Standing Bear enters the rankings for the first time.
Nebraska U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn, after weeks of leaked recordings, now faces what his critics call a potential "deplorables" moment after a fresh recording surfaced.
New Dan Osborn recording features blunt comments about some Nebraska Trump supporters
Nebraska U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn, after weeks of leaked recordings, now faces what his critics call a potential "deplorables" moment after a fresh recording surfaced.
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September 16, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Nebraska U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn, after weeks of leaked recordings, now faces what his critics call a potential "deplorables" moment after a fresh recording surfaced.
A 19-year-old Lincoln woman died after a shooting Tuesday evening in north Lincoln. Police said one person is in custody.
19-year-old woman dies after shooting in north Lincoln
A 19-year-old Lincoln woman died after a shooting Tuesday evening in north Lincoln. Police said one person is in custody.
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September 16, 2026 at 3:03 AM
A 19-year-old Lincoln woman died after a shooting Tuesday evening in north Lincoln. Police said one person is in custody.
How to watch one of the most anticipated nonconference volleyball matches of the season: No. 1 Nebraska hosting No. 20 Creighton.
How to watch Nebraska volleyball vs. Creighton: Time, TV and streaming info
How to watch one of the most anticipated nonconference volleyball matches of the season: No. 1 Nebraska hosting No. 20 Creighton.
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September 15, 2026 at 11:04 PM
How to watch one of the most anticipated nonconference volleyball matches of the season: No. 1 Nebraska hosting No. 20 Creighton.
What if? The mental exercises you can ponder by using just that premise are endless, writes Amie Just, with Rob Aurich and the man who gave him his big break.
Just: The man who gave Rob Aurich his big break stands on North Dakota's sideline
What if? The mental exercises you can ponder by using just that premise are endless, writes Amie Just, with Rob Aurich and the man who gave him his big break.
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September 15, 2026 at 10:03 PM
What if? The mental exercises you can ponder by using just that premise are endless, writes Amie Just, with Rob Aurich and the man who gave him his big break.
Nebraska volleyball will host Missouri Sept. 23 at the Devaney Sports Center after their Wrigley Field match was suspended because of slippery court conditions.
Nebraska volleyball finds new date for suspended Missouri match
Nebraska volleyball will host Missouri Sept. 23 at the Devaney Sports Center after their Wrigley Field match was suspended because of slippery court conditions.
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September 15, 2026 at 9:33 PM
Nebraska volleyball will host Missouri Sept. 23 at the Devaney Sports Center after their Wrigley Field match was suspended because of slippery court conditions.
Nebraska's monthly tax receipts for August came in above projection after five months of falling short, bringing the current budget deficit to just under $201 million.
Nebraska's August tax receipts beat projections after 5 months of falling short
Nebraska's monthly tax receipts for August came in above projection after five months of falling short, bringing the current budget deficit to just under $201 million.
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September 15, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Nebraska's monthly tax receipts for August came in above projection after five months of falling short, bringing the current budget deficit to just under $201 million.
The cat was found in a pet bed under a tree and appeared to be severely underweight, Lincoln Animal Control said.
Lincoln woman arrested after malnourished cat found dead near 40th, Normal
The cat was found in a pet bed under a tree and appeared to be severely underweight, Lincoln Animal Control said.
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September 15, 2026 at 6:03 PM
The cat was found in a pet bed under a tree and appeared to be severely underweight, Lincoln Animal Control said.
A U.S. federal judge on Tuesday again blocked the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts in Washington from inscribing President Donald Trump's name on its facade.
Judge rejects adding Trump name to Kennedy Center as board weighs venue's future
A U.S. federal judge on Tuesday again blocked the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts in Washington from inscribing President Donald Trump's name on its facade.
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September 15, 2026 at 5:18 PM
A U.S. federal judge on Tuesday again blocked the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts in Washington from inscribing President Donald Trump's name on its facade.
The location for next year’s National High School Rodeo Finals has not yet been determined, but officials said it will likely move to Wyoming.
National rodeo event leaving Lincoln; organizers cite lack of space
The location for next year’s National High School Rodeo Finals has not yet been determined, but officials said it will likely move to Wyoming.
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September 15, 2026 at 5:01 PM
The location for next year’s National High School Rodeo Finals has not yet been determined, but officials said it will likely move to Wyoming.
Fuentes De Soda Frutylú survived a crash, months of repairs and financial stress. Now, its owners are welcoming diners back.
Restaurant reopens after May crash forced months-long closure
Fuentes De Soda Frutylú survived a crash, months of repairs and financial stress. Now, its owners are welcoming diners back.
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September 15, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Fuentes De Soda Frutylú survived a crash, months of repairs and financial stress. Now, its owners are welcoming diners back.
A state audit uncovered nearly $1 billion in accounting errors by the Lancaster County Treasurer’s office, including improper distributions of property tax credit money.
Audit finds nearly $1B in Lancaster County accounting errors
A state audit uncovered nearly $1 billion in accounting errors by the Lancaster County Treasurer’s office, including improper distributions of property tax credit money.
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September 15, 2026 at 12:35 PM
A state audit uncovered nearly $1 billion in accounting errors by the Lancaster County Treasurer’s office, including improper distributions of property tax credit money.
Scotlund Adkins will face at least 16 years and up to life imprisonment at his sentencing next month.
Jury finds Lincoln man guilty of sexual assault of two young girls
Scotlund Adkins will face at least 16 years and up to life imprisonment at his sentencing next month.
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September 15, 2026 at 12:06 PM
Scotlund Adkins will face at least 16 years and up to life imprisonment at his sentencing next month.
Amanda Powell, who organized a recall of Auburn's mayor, and City Councilman Johnny Curttright were cited with two counts of falsely swearing to a circulators’ affidavit.
Two people charged with circulator fraud in Auburn recall effort
Amanda Powell, who organized a recall of Auburn's mayor, and City Councilman Johnny Curttright were cited with two counts of falsely swearing to a circulators’ affidavit.
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September 15, 2026 at 11:11 AM
Amanda Powell, who organized a recall of Auburn's mayor, and City Councilman Johnny Curttright were cited with two counts of falsely swearing to a circulators’ affidavit.
The U.S. Supreme Court declined Monday to let the U.S. Postal Service enforce a rule targeting mail-in ballots, dealing a setback to the president
In loss for Trump, US Supreme Court won't let Postal Service restrict mail ballots
The U.S. Supreme Court declined Monday to let the U.S. Postal Service enforce a rule targeting mail-in ballots, dealing a setback to the president
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September 15, 2026 at 12:18 AM
The U.S. Supreme Court declined Monday to let the U.S. Postal Service enforce a rule targeting mail-in ballots, dealing a setback to the president
Black and gold ribbons and “Amazing Grace” marked Nebraska’s halftime tribute to late Hawkeye Marching Band member Derek Phillips, who died last week.
Nebraska band dons black and gold to honor late Iowa student at halftime
Black and gold ribbons and “Amazing Grace” marked Nebraska’s halftime tribute to late Hawkeye Marching Band member Derek Phillips, who died last week.
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September 15, 2026 at 12:03 AM
Black and gold ribbons and “Amazing Grace” marked Nebraska’s halftime tribute to late Hawkeye Marching Band member Derek Phillips, who died last week.
Severe Thunderstorms with 60 mph Winds Continuing Until 6:30 PM CDT
Severe Thunderstorm Warning until MON 6:30 PM CDT
Severe Thunderstorms with 60 mph Winds Continuing Until 6:30 PM CDT
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September 14, 2026 at 11:38 PM
Severe Thunderstorms with 60 mph Winds Continuing Until 6:30 PM CDT
Severe Thunderstorms with High Winds and Hail Until 6:30 PM CDT
Severe Thunderstorm Warning from MON 5:51 PM CDT until MON 6:30 PM CDT
Severe Thunderstorms with High Winds and Hail Until 6:30 PM CDT
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September 14, 2026 at 11:09 PM
Severe Thunderstorms with High Winds and Hail Until 6:30 PM CDT
A former Palmyra teacher, Cody Pester, sentenced to two years in prison for sexually abusing a recent graduate despite prior warnings about boundaries.
Ex-teacher wanted to be role model. Now he's in prison for sexual abuse.
A former Palmyra teacher, Cody Pester, sentenced to two years in prison for sexually abusing a recent graduate despite prior warnings about boundaries.
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September 14, 2026 at 9:04 PM
A former Palmyra teacher, Cody Pester, sentenced to two years in prison for sexually abusing a recent graduate despite prior warnings about boundaries.