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Nebraska AG urged to investigate three out-of-state nursing home chains

Nebraska AG urged to investigate three out-of-state nursing home chains

  • LORI PILGER Lincoln Journal Star

Disability Rights Nebraska is asking the attorney general to investigate three corporations that own more than 20 long-term care facilities across the state.

Troopers find nearly 20,000 lbs of drugs, trailer full of stolen items in Dawson County traffic stops

Troopers find nearly 20,000 lbs of drugs, trailer full of stolen items in Dawson County traffic stops

  • Jessica Kennedy

LEXINGTON — On Sept. 14, Gov. Jim Pillen, Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly, and Attorney General Mike Hilgers praised the Nebraska State Patrol following two high-profile criminal interdiction cases this month.

Overton falls 60-20 to Bertrand at home Friday

Overton falls 60-20 to Bertrand at home Friday

  • Jessica Kennedy

The Overton Eagles are still searching for a win on the gridiron after falling 60-20 to Bertrand Friday night at home.

Party like a Haymaker: Cozad hosts fall kickoff celebration

Party like a Haymaker: Cozad hosts fall kickoff celebration

  • Ashley Mohler

COZAD — Cozad community members lined East Eighth Street, on the morning of Saturday, Sept. 12, for the annual Hay Days celebration.

Cozad's Chad Connelly wins year-end title in ranch broncs

Cozad's Chad Connelly wins year-end title in ranch broncs

  • Jessica Kennedy

Chad Connelly, Cozad, finished as the ranch bronc riding year-end champion over the weekend at the Nebraska State Rodeo Association Finals in Lexington.

Lexington Middle School band to perform Saturday at UNK Band Day Parade

Lexington Middle School band to perform Saturday at UNK Band Day Parade

  • Jessica Kennedy

KEARNEY — A tradition that has showcased generations of musicians returns to downtown Kearney this weekend.

Lexington's Patrick Martin claims fifth NSRA tie-down roping year-end title

Lexington's Patrick Martin claims fifth NSRA tie-down roping year-end title

  • Jessica Kennedy

After "retiring" last year, Lexington's Patrick Martin reeled in his fifth Nebraska State Rodeo Association year-end championship in tie-down roping Sunday at the Finals Rodeo in Lexington.

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Condolences pour in after Council Bluffs family loses siblings in crash near Bennington

Condolences pour in after Council Bluffs family loses siblings in crash near Bennington

Condolences are pouring in for a Council Bluffs family that lost two children Saturday in a two-vehicle crash near Bennington.

78-year-old reported missing found, Lincoln police said

78-year-old reported missing found, Lincoln police said

The Lincoln Police Department is trying to locate a 78-year-old woman who has dementia.

Roaming exhibit critical of Trump's ties to Epstein stops in Omaha

Roaming exhibit critical of Trump's ties to Epstein stops in Omaha

Two Nebraska candidates for federal office visited the bookmobile containing the entirety of the released Epstein Files. 

Popular chicken chain opening 3rd location Tuesday on north side

Popular chicken chain opening 3rd location Tuesday on north side

Mid-West Slims is opening its third Slim Chickens location in Lincoln Tuesday at 2740 N. 83rd St., near North 84th and Adams streets.

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Latest Omaha weather from the National Weather Service

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Western Douglas County Until 7:15 PM CDT

Trump’s Homeland Security chief visits Omaha, touts push to slim down FEMA

Trump’s Homeland Security chief visits Omaha, touts push to slim down FEMA

U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin visited Omaha on Monday to tout federal progress in disaster response and stump for his former U.S. Senate colleague, Pete Ricketts.

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From paper to digital: LRHC celebrates 50 years of innovation

From paper to digital: LRHC celebrates 50 years of innovation

  • Ashley Mohler

Lexington Regional Health Center celebrated its 50th anniversary Tuesday, Sept. 1, with a free community event at the hospital.

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Nebraska's Matt Rhule full press conference from Sept. 14, 2026

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Lincoln proposes alternatives to Good Government charter amendments

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Cruz, coaching legends make pitch for NIL bill on cusp of votes

Cruz, coaching legends make pitch for NIL bill on cusp of votes

WASHINGTON — Senate advocates of a bipartisan college sports overhaul bill were joined by legendary coaches and current athletes Monday to try shoring up support for the legislation, which is expected on the chamber floor this month. “Some have asked why should Congress get in the middle of this? The answer is simple: because Congress screwed it up in the first place. It has been the federal ...

Shatel: Don't overreact to early Big Ten results, what Nebraska can learn from KU's gameday scene

Shatel: Don't overreact to early Big Ten results, what Nebraska can learn from KU's gameday scene

Resist the urge to rethink the difficulty of Nebraska's schedule after two weeks of Big Ten results, writes Tom Shatel in First Downs, Second Guesses. 

Just: Anthony Colandrea's award-winning day at the office, the Big Ten's bad look

Just: Anthony Colandrea's award-winning day at the office, the Big Ten's bad look

Has it really been 10 years since a Nebraska quarterback won Big Ten player of the week? Doesn't seem right, Amie Just writes, but Anthony Colandrea broke a long drought.

Manaia Ogbechie’s big weekend earns her Big Ten’s weekly honor

Manaia Ogbechie’s big weekend earns her Big Ten’s weekly honor

The Big Ten Player of the Week award was almost a formality after Manaia Ogbechie’s explosive weekend.

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Marker Monday: Nehawka flint quarries history
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Marker Monday: Nehawka flint quarries history

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Nehawka flint quarries in Cass County, Nebraska, supplied prehistoric toolstone widely traded across Central Plains Tradition sites and are listed on the National Register.

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Regis shuts out Nebraska Kearney 4-0 in Denver
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Regis shuts out Nebraska Kearney 4-0 in Denver

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Fernanda Rodriguez scored twice as Regis defeated Nebraska Kearney 4-0 in Denver, with the Rangers outshooting UNK 28-11 and extending their series lead.

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UNK battles old RMAC rival Colorado Christian to draw
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UNK battles old RMAC rival Colorado Christian to draw

  • University of Nebraska Kearney
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Nebraska Kearney and Colorado Christian played to a scoreless draw in Lakewood, Colo., with CCU edging UNK in shots and corners in their first meeting since 2011.

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Lopers set four school records in 21-shot golf win
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Nebraska Kearney women’s golf opened 2026-27 with four school records and a 21-shot win at the Central Region Preview, led by medalist Liz Lyons’ 7-under 137.

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Will ‘The Pitt’ be the biggest Emmy winner? | Streamed & Screened podcast

Will ‘The Pitt’ be the biggest Emmy winner? | Streamed & Screened podcast

With summer largely over, it’s time to turn our attention back to the start of awards season, which kicks off with the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 14.

Do Flock cameras make communities safer? | The Ethical Life podcast

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Do we learn more from people who disagree with us? | The Ethical Life podcast

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🎧 The hosts examine how civil debate, genuine curiosity and shared interests can turn differences in values or politics into opportunities for deeper understanding.

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Musician Jasmin Stone describes her latest album, “Broken Moon,” as being warmer, softer and having a more comforting touch than her previous work. But she said that “on the other hand, the music videos bring out a sense of surrealism and sometimes even a touch of madness or alienation. Thes…

Rick Steves’ Europe: Climbing for Europe’s best views and a broader perspective

Rick Steves’ Europe: Climbing for Europe’s best views and a broader perspective

From church domes to bell towers and fanciful rooftops to sky-piercing monuments, Europe is full of climbable structures. While most lead to impressive views, the best also offer insights into the historical, artistic, and religious thinking of their times. These are some of my favorites.

What to do if you have — or suspect you have — shingles

What to do if you have — or suspect you have — shingles

Tingling, itching or burning in one area on one side of the body. A day or two later, a blistering rash. That telltale sequence suggests you have shingles.

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Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

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