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Government-politics

Growing number of Nebraskans support cannabis — UNL data shows why

Growing number of Nebraskans support cannabis — UNL data shows why

  • CHRIS DUNKER Lincoln Journal Star

A new UNL survey shows support for medical cannabis has climbed to 84% in Nebraska, while more residents report using marijuana and THC products.

Top Journal Star photos and videos for July 2026

Top Journal Star photos and videos for July 2026

  • Kenneth Ferriera, Arthur Trickett-Wile, Lincoln Journal Star
Standing Bear film director says he's 'waiting for news' on status of $5M grant

Standing Bear film director says he's 'waiting for news' on status of $5M grant

  • ANNA KLEIBER Lincoln Journal Star

The director of a movie about Chief Standing Bear said additional documentation requested by the state related to a paused $5 million state grant has been completed and handed over.

Dan Osborn holds press conference to highlight the rural policy approaches of his 2026 U.S. Senate bid

Dan Osborn holds press conference to highlight the rural policy approaches of his 2026 U.S. Senate bid

    Senate candidate Dan Osborn holds a press conference in Syracuse, Neb., on July 23, 2026.

    Dan Osborn unveils policy platform for rural Nebraska, announces 93-county tour

    Dan Osborn unveils policy platform for rural Nebraska, announces 93-county tour

    • ANNA KLEIBER Lincoln Journal Star

    Osborn said he will work to prevent foreign corporations from displacing agricultural producers in the state, build hospitals instead of data centers and enforce the Packers and Stockyards Act

    Osborn says Nebraska agriculture needs a senator who will help them dig out

    Osborn says Nebraska agriculture needs a senator who will help them dig out

    • Aaron Sanderford World-Herald Managing Editor

    Industrial mechanic Dan Osborn, a former Omaha union leader, visited a southeast Nebraska farm to highlight his rural policy approaches.

    Nebraska's state budget hole rises to $864 million 5 months before next session

    Nebraska's state budget hole rises to $864 million 5 months before next session

    • Erin Bamer
      Nebraska Examiner

    Nebraska lawmakers will likely have to contend with two separate budget deficits when they reconvene for the 2027 legislative session.

    Nebraska, Omaha leaders expect 'opportunity zones' to deliver housing, growth

    Nebraska, Omaha leaders expect 'opportunity zones' to deliver housing, growth

      Ten Omaha census tracts were designated "Opportunity Zones" to promote investment in business and housing development. 

      Gov. Jim Pillen, Nebraska mayors, announce census tracts nominated for designation as Federal Opportunity Zones

      Gov. Jim Pillen, Nebraska mayors, announce census tracts nominated for designation as Federal Opportunity Zones

        Gov. Jim Pillen, Nebraska mayors, announce census tracts nominated for designation as Federal Opportunity Zones

        Tom Osborne unanimously selected as first living Nebraska Hall of Fame inductee

        Tom Osborne unanimously selected as first living Nebraska Hall of Fame inductee

          In a unanimous 7-0 vote, the Nebraska Hall of Fame Commission selected former Husker football coach Tom Osborne as the first living Nebraska Hall of Fame inductee.

          Ricketts says Congress must address 'birth tourism'

          Ricketts says Congress must address 'birth tourism'

            Republican U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts he believes Congress the power to clarify birthright citizenship through legislation and has the opportunity to pass legislation addressing "birth tourism." 

            Lynne Walz launches platform in bid for Nebraska governor, talks Day One

            Lynne Walz launches platform in bid for Nebraska governor, talks Day One

              Lynne Walz said if elected governor of Nebraska her Day One actions would include hiring an independent auditor, revamping the Medical Cannabis Commission and rejecting school voucher funds. 

              Austin Ahlman shares update on dad's health and why he dropped out of CD1 race

              Austin Ahlman shares update on dad's health and why he dropped out of CD1 race

                Mike Flood and Chris Backemeyer offered support after Austin Ahlman announced he was ending his congressional campaign.

                Ricketts supports reforming birthright citizenship, saying it's 'a privilege, not a right'

                Ricketts supports reforming birthright citizenship, saying it's 'a privilege, not a right'

                  Sen. Pete Ricketts is calling for changes to birthright citizenship, arguing current law encourages illegal immigration and birth tourism.

                  Local News

                  Bill Brecks to serve as Lexington deputy city manager

                  The City of Lexington announced Friday, July 24, that Bill Brecks been named deputy city manager for the City of Lexington.

                  Paying It Forward: UNK grad Erick Leiva Lopez starts school counseling career in hometown

                  Paying It Forward: UNK grad Erick Leiva Lopez starts school counseling career in hometown

                  Erick Leiva Lopez knows exactly what kind of educator he wants to be.

                  Pediatric story time offers hands-on experience for families at Lexington Library

                  Pediatric story time offers hands-on experience for families at Lexington Library

                  Lexington Regional Health Center's pediatric team served as special guests during Story Time at the Lexington Public Library on Wednesday, July 22, providing families with an interactive storytelling experience.

                  Board of Equalization addresses valuation protest, tax list corrections

                  The Dawson County Board of Equalization met Wednesday morning, July 22, to consider a real estate valuation protest filed by Taylor Thompson after hearing similar protests during meetings on July 13-15.

                  State & Regional

                  The votes are in: Wing lovers pick the best in Lincoln

                  The votes are in: Wing lovers pick the best in Lincoln

                  Wing lovers and judges crowned Lincoln's top chicken wings at the ninth annual WingFest, with hundreds attending the fundraiser benefiting classroom and learning space improvements across Lincoln and Lancaster County.

                  Explaining the void? Engineers flagged unstable ground before Blackstone collapse

                  Explaining the void? Engineers flagged unstable ground before Blackstone collapse

                  Records show streetcar engineers spent three weeks trying to explain water under Farnam Street. Then a foundation wall collapsed. The building owner filed a claim of up to $1 million.

                  See photos of Korean War veterans being honored by Nebraska

                  See photos of Korean War veterans being honored by Nebraska

                  Nebraska presented more than 80 Korean War veterans with recognition medals in honor of their service at a ceremony on July 24, 2026, at Memorial Stadium.

                  Fremont fire chief honored as national first responder finalist after deadly plant explosion

                  Fremont fire chief honored as national first responder finalist after deadly plant explosion

                  Fremont Rural Fire Chief Carl Nielsen was honored Friday as a national runner-up for a first responder of the year award for his role in the Horizon Biofuels explosion response.

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                  Paying It Forward: UNK grad Erick Leiva Lopez starts school counseling career in hometown

                  Paying It Forward: UNK grad Erick Leiva Lopez starts school counseling career in hometown

                  Lexington man sentenced to more than 10 years for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine

                  Board of Equalization addresses valuation protest, tax list corrections

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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...

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                  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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                  Crime

                  Cozad man sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for drug conviction

                  LINCOLN — A Cozad man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison on a drug conviction.

                  Photos: Child riding bicycle critically injured after being struck by vehicle in Bennington

                  Photos: Child riding bicycle critically injured after being struck by vehicle in Bennington

                  An elementary-aged child was struck by a vehicle at 7:08 p.m. Wednesday while riding her bicycle across the road from one driveway to another in Bennington.

                  23-year-old Cozad man charged with child enticement

                  23-year-old Cozad man charged with child enticement

                  A 23-year-old Cozad man has been accused of enticing a minor through electronic communications.

                  Photos: North Omaha fire severely damages two homes Monday evening

                  Photos: North Omaha fire severely damages two homes Monday evening

                  Two homes were damaged Monday night after a house fire on Crown Point Avenue in Omaha.

                  Politics

                  Growing number of Nebraskans support cannabis — UNL data shows why

                  Growing number of Nebraskans support cannabis — UNL data shows why

                  A new UNL survey shows support for medical cannabis has climbed to 84% in Nebraska, while more residents report using marijuana and THC products.

                  Top Journal Star photos and videos for July 2026

                  Top Journal Star photos and videos for July 2026

                  Standing Bear film director says he's 'waiting for news' on status of $5M grant

                  Standing Bear film director says he's 'waiting for news' on status of $5M grant

                  The director of a movie about Chief Standing Bear said additional documentation requested by the state related to a paused $5 million state grant has been completed and handed over.

                  Dan Osborn holds press conference to highlight the rural policy approaches of his 2026 U.S. Senate bid

                  Dan Osborn holds press conference to highlight the rural policy approaches of his 2026 U.S. Senate bid

                  Senate candidate Dan Osborn holds a press conference in Syracuse, Neb., on July 23, 2026.

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