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Photos: Ted Cruz visits Country Club of Lincoln for Ricketts campaign event

Photos: Ted Cruz visits Country Club of Lincoln for Ricketts campaign event

    Texas Sen. Ted Cruz visited Lincoln on Friday for a campaign event in support of Sen. Pete Ricketts. See photos here.

    Ted Cruz warns Nebraska Republicans: Don't take Pete Ricketts' race for granted

    Ted Cruz warns Nebraska Republicans: Don't take Pete Ricketts' race for granted

    • Josh Reyes World-Herald Staff Writer

    Sen. Ted Cruz touted accomplishments under President Donald Trump while painting a Dan Osborn win over Sen. Pete Ricketts as a disaster scenario for the Republicans.

    Nebraska Senate race remains in 'leans Republican' column of national forecaster's ratings

    Nebraska Senate race remains in 'leans Republican' column of national forecaster's ratings

    • Ben Doody World-Herald Executive Editor

    Nebraska's U.S. Senate race remains in the "likely Republican" column of a prominent handicapper's race ratings — even as the outlet has shifted several other races in the Democrats' direction.

    Dan Osborn submits petition signatures to qualify for U.S. Senate race against Ricketts

    Dan Osborn submits petition signatures to qualify for U.S. Senate race against Ricketts

    • ANNA KLEIBER Lincoln Journal Star

    Dan Osborn submitted roughly 12,700 signatures Thursday, moving one step closer to Nebraska’s November U.S. Senate ballot.

    2nd straight tuition hike on the table at NU, more budget cuts on the way

    2nd straight tuition hike on the table at NU, more budget cuts on the way

    • CHRIS DUNKER Lincoln Journal Star

    In its June 18 meeting agenda, the University of Nebraska projected the need to make $8 million in cuts to balance its budget and invest in priorities next year.

    Advocates end Nebraska property tax, winner-take-all, hand-count ballots petition effort

    Advocates end Nebraska property tax, winner-take-all, hand-count ballots petition effort

    • Zach Wendling Nebraska Examiner

    Organizers have suspended a statewide petition drive and are shifting focus to Lincoln.

    Dan Osborn 'not an endorser or supporter' of embattled Maine Democrat Graham Platner, campaign says

    Dan Osborn 'not an endorser or supporter' of embattled Maine Democrat Graham Platner, campaign says

    • Ben Doody World-Herald Executive Editor

    Dan Osborn's campaign is downplaying connections between Osborn and embattled Maine Democrat Graham Platner.

    Gov. Pillen, farmers, ranchers and ag industry supporters celebrate passage of LB 525

    Gov. Pillen, farmers, ranchers and ag industry supporters celebrate passage of LB 525

      GOTHENBURG — On June 6, Gov. Jim Pillen, Sen. Mike Jacobson and Sherry Vinton, director of the Nebraska Department of Agriculture, joined members of Nebraska’s agricultural industry at the Machine Shed near Gothenburg to celebrate passage of a first-of-its-kind bill to protect agricultural data.

      Auditor report alleges misuse of WIC benefits by at least a dozen state employees

      Auditor report alleges misuse of WIC benefits by at least a dozen state employees

        State Auditor Mike Foley found at least 12 public employees received WIC benefits despite relatively high incomes, citing eligibility loopholes and urging stronger oversight of Nebraska’s federally funded nutrition program.

        Nebraska girls say politics doesn't have to be so polarized

        Nebraska girls say politics doesn't have to be so polarized

          Cornhusker Girls State participants implore politicians to listen to young voices and to take a collaborative approach. 

          Nebraska Board of State Canvassers certifies primary election results

          Nebraska Board of State Canvassers certifies primary election results

            After reviewing the election materials provided by county election officials, the Nebraska Board of State Canvassers unanimously certified the state election results and did not identify any automatic recounts.

            1,000 windows, $106M project: Why crews are dangling from 14th floor of the Capitol.

            1,000 windows, $106M project: Why crews are dangling from 14th floor of the Capitol.

              Brett Daugherty, the manager and acting administrator of the Office of the Capitol Commission, said the HVAC renovation project will likely wrap up in July or August 2027.

              Nebraska requests exemption from Medicaid work requirements in Dawson County

              Nebraska requests exemption from Medicaid work requirements in Dawson County

                Gov. Jim Pillen wants a temporary Medicaid work-rule exemption for Dawson County after the Tyson plant closure pushed unemployment sharply higher.

                New nuclear power may be coming to Nebraska. It shows promise — and has problems.

                New nuclear power may be coming to Nebraska. It shows promise — and has problems.

                  Nebraska might see a new nuclear power plant in the coming decades. Tech advancements could convince communities to support a modern nuclear plant. But that tech is largely untested.

                  Local News

                  Lincoln beer brewers thrive despite recent closures. Here are 11 to visit.

                  Lincoln beer brewers thrive despite recent closures. Here are 11 to visit.

                  News of craft beer giant Zipline ending operations immediately, and other craft brewers tapping out recently, the Lincoln beer scene is thriving. Here are 11 breweres who are sill making beer.

                  Treyvan Berry and Maylin Novoa win Mingus and Ramsey awards

                  Treyvan Berry and Maylin Novoa win Mingus and Ramsey awards

                  Lexington High School announced that graduated seniors Treyvan Berry and Maylin Novoa were the recipients of Mingus and Ramsey awards.

                  Johnson Lake tests positive for E. Coli bacteria

                  Johnson Lake tests positive for E. Coli bacteria

                  KEARNEY — Johnson Lake has tested positive for E. Coli bacteria, according to samples taken on Monday, June 8. Two Rivers Public Health Department announced in a press release June 11.

                  Lexington City Council unanimously approves rezoning

                  The council chambers at Lexington City Hall were filled with lighthearted laughter and friendly banter among council members as they prepared for the Tuesday, June 9, meeting.

                  State & Regional

                  Storm bringing 60-mph winds, quarter-sized hail hits eastern Nebraska ahead of CWS games

                  Storm bringing 60-mph winds, quarter-sized hail hits eastern Nebraska ahead of CWS games

                  Severe morning thunderstorms brought strong winds, power outages, hail and rain to Omaha hours before scheduled College World Series games.

                  After storms cleared, Lincoln's LGBTQ community took center stage at Star City Pride Parade

                  After storms cleared, Lincoln's LGBTQ community took center stage at Star City Pride Parade

                  Star City Pride hosted Lincoln's annual pride month festival this weekend with a "Rainbow Rewind" theme. Thousands gathered at Woods for Pride in the Park and the Pride Parade downtown. 

                  It's a ways away, but Lincoln's Christmas light show will look a lot different in December

                  It's a ways away, but Lincoln's Christmas light show will look a lot different in December

                  This year, Constantine Syniy is taking a whole new approach for his show as attendees are invited to venture outside of their cars and appreciate the lights up close.

                  Weather throws curveball: Severe thunderstorms could disrupt sold-out Bananas game tonight

                  Weather throws curveball: Severe thunderstorms could disrupt sold-out Bananas game tonight

                  The National Weather Service in Valley said large hail and wind gusts of up to 30 mph are the main concerns this evening.

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                  Lexington City Council unanimously approves rezoning

                  Holiday Inn Express & Suites joins Lexington community with ribbon cutting

                  Holiday Inn Express & Suites joins Lexington community with ribbon cutting

                  Johnson Lake tests positive for E. Coli bacteria

                  Johnson Lake tests positive for E. Coli bacteria

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                  Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                  Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                  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...

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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                  Breakthrough T1D Nebraska Gala set for April 25

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                  Content by Breakthrough T1D. Learn about the Agostino family, their connection to Type 1 diabetes, and the Breakthrough T1D Nebraska Gala that will take place later this spring.

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                  Crime

                  Omaha man arrested in connection with Ralston homicide

                  Omaha man arrested in connection with Ralston homicide

                  A man wanted in connection with the slaying of a 29-year-old man that occurred outside of a Ralston convenience store was arrested Saturday in Council Bluffs.  

                  Gothenburg woman charged with felony child abuse and sexual assault of a child

                  Gothenburg woman charged with felony child abuse and sexual assault of a child

                  A Gothenburg woman is being charged with felony child abuse and sexual assault of a child.

                  Photos: Omaha police gather after armed man killed by SWAT in South Omaha shootout

                  Photos: Omaha police gather after armed man killed by SWAT in South Omaha shootout

                  See photos of the large police presence near 19th and Bancroft Streets in South Omaha

                  State troopers trying to locate man who ran from traffic stop near Overton

                  State troopers trying to locate man who ran from traffic stop near Overton

                  In a social media post, the Nebraska State Patrol said a man ran south toward the Platte River near mile marker 244 between Overton and Lexington.

                  Politics

                  Photos: Ted Cruz visits Country Club of Lincoln for Ricketts campaign event

                  Photos: Ted Cruz visits Country Club of Lincoln for Ricketts campaign event

                  Texas Sen. Ted Cruz visited Lincoln on Friday for a campaign event in support of Sen. Pete Ricketts. See photos here.

                  Ted Cruz warns Nebraska Republicans: Don't take Pete Ricketts' race for granted

                  Ted Cruz warns Nebraska Republicans: Don't take Pete Ricketts' race for granted

                  Sen. Ted Cruz touted accomplishments under President Donald Trump while painting a Dan Osborn win over Sen. Pete Ricketts as a disaster scenario for the Republicans.

                  Nebraska Senate race remains in 'leans Republican' column of national forecaster's ratings

                  Nebraska Senate race remains in 'leans Republican' column of national forecaster's ratings

                  Nebraska's U.S. Senate race remains in the "likely Republican" column of a prominent handicapper's race ratings — even as the outlet has shifted several other races in the Democrats' direction.

                  Dan Osborn submits petition signatures to qualify for U.S. Senate race against Ricketts

                  Dan Osborn submits petition signatures to qualify for U.S. Senate race against Ricketts

                  Dan Osborn submitted roughly 12,700 signatures Thursday, moving one step closer to Nebraska’s November U.S. Senate ballot.

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