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Government-politics

Nebraska tax receipts miss forecast again, but only by $400K

Nebraska tax receipts miss forecast again, but only by $400K

  • ANNA KLEIBER Lincoln Journal Star

Nebraska missed its tax forecast for a fifth straight month. July’s miss was tiny — $400,000 — but the state’s budget problem is anything but.

Former Nebraska Sen. Dan McKeon completes diversion, case dismissed

Former Nebraska Sen. Dan McKeon completes diversion, case dismissed

  • LORI PILGER Lincoln Journal Star

Lancaster County Court Judge Matt Acton dismissed the Amherst man's disturbing the peace charge Thursday, automatically sealing the case. 

Business owners share concerns over health costs, E15, right to repair with Ricketts

Business owners share concerns over health costs, E15, right to repair with Ricketts

  • Josh Reyes World-Herald Staff Writer

The National Federation of Independent Business hosted a roundtable with about two dozen business owners and Sen. Pete Ricketts at an Elkhorn-area restaurant.

Why a push to add 79 Lincoln police officers has been put on hold

Why a push to add 79 Lincoln police officers has been put on hold

  • ANNA KLEIBER Lincoln Journal Star

The citizen-led ballot initiative would have required the city of Lincoln to hire at least 450 police officers, with two years to hit that threshold.

Top Journal Star photos and videos for August 2026

Top Journal Star photos and videos for August 2026

  • Arthur H. Trickett-Wile and Kenneth Ferriera, Lincoln Journal Star
Nebraska Medicaid director resigns; Pillen names interim

Nebraska Medicaid director resigns; Pillen names interim

  • ANNA KLEIBER Lincoln Journal Star

Nebraska's Director of Medicaid and Long-Term Care Drew Gonshorowski has resigned from his role to pursue opportunities on the East Coast while being closer to family, Gov. Jim Pillen announced.

Judge dismisses RNC suit over voting law allowing ex-pat children to vote here

Judge dismisses RNC suit over voting law allowing ex-pat children to vote here

  • LORI PILGER Lincoln Journal Star

The judge found that to succeed in a facial challenge they would have to show that no set of circumstances exists under which the act would be valid. 

Judge dismisses RNC lawsuit challenging Nebraska law on some voters abroad

Judge dismisses RNC lawsuit challenging Nebraska law on some voters abroad

    A Republican National Committee lawsuit challenging a Nebraska law allowing certain overseas voters to vote in the Cornhusker State is over.

    Border Patrol union backs Sen. Pete Ricketts over Dan Osborn in Nebraska Senate race

    Border Patrol union backs Sen. Pete Ricketts over Dan Osborn in Nebraska Senate race

      Having the union representing U.S. Border Patrol agents take sides in Nebraska's U.S. Senate race is new. But that's what happened on Wednesday.

      Judge asked to weigh in on novel issue at hearing over new political parties

      Judge asked to weigh in on novel issue at hearing over new political parties

        "It's ultimately, I think, a novel issue that this court is going to have to decide," Principal Deputy Solicitor General Zachary Pohlman said.

        At annual summit, Nebraska congressional delegation talks AI, farm bill

        At annual summit, Nebraska congressional delegation talks AI, farm bill

          Members of Nebraska's congressional delegation talked artificial intelligence and outlined their legislative priorities at the 17th annual federal legislative summit in Ashland. 

          Water restored at Nebraska State Penitentiary after water line breaks

          Water restored at Nebraska State Penitentiary after water line breaks

            Water has been restored at the Nebraska State Penitentiary, the state Department of Correctional Services said on Wednesday.

            Border Patrol union backs U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts in Nebraska Senate race

            Border Patrol union backs U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts in Nebraska Senate race

              The largest union representing U.S. Border Patrol agents endorses Republican U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts in Nebraska's Senate race.

              Photos: 17th Annual Federal Legislative Summit

              Photos: 17th Annual Federal Legislative Summit

                See photos from the 17th Annual Federal Legislative Summit on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026 at the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum in Ashland.

                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.

                'A total win-win': UNK program offers free counseling services to the community

                'A total win-win': UNK program offers free counseling services to the community

                KEARNEY — For many Nebraskans, deciding to seek counseling may not be the hardest part. Finding an available provider in the area can be just as difficult.

                50th Youth Smallbore Silhouette Invitational is Sept. 26

                LINCOLN — The 50th Annual Nebraska Youth Smallbore Silhouette Invitational will be at 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 at Pressey Wildlife Management Area in Custer County.

                Wings and Wine fundraiser to benefit Blanche Senior Scholarship set for Aug. 20

                Wings and Wine fundraiser to benefit Blanche Senior Scholarship set for Aug. 20

                The Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual fundraiser for the Blanche Senior Scholarship on Thursday, Aug. 20.

                State & Regional

                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.

                Nebraska will receive money as part of $15.5M settlement with mortgage company

                Nebraska will receive money as part of $15.5M settlement with mortgage company

                Nebraska’s share of the settlement with NewRez amounts to more than $59,300, the Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance announced in a Friday news release.

                Sidewalks at Omaha's Turner Park will be filled with chalk masterpieces Saturday

                Sidewalks at Omaha's Turner Park will be filled with chalk masterpieces Saturday

                Visit Turner Park this weekend to see all sorts of colorful chalk works of art.

                Lincoln firefighters, police to play ball ahead of Saturday Saltdogs game

                Lincoln firefighters, police to play ball ahead of Saturday Saltdogs game

                On Saturday, local celebrities and first responders will play ball ahead of the Lincoln Saltdogs game. 

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                Registration open for 5th Annual Nebraska Women Veterans Symposium in Kearney

                Registration open for 5th Annual Nebraska Women Veterans Symposium in Kearney

                Wings and Wine fundraiser to benefit Blanche Senior Scholarship set for Aug. 20

                Wings and Wine fundraiser to benefit Blanche Senior Scholarship set for Aug. 20

                Aristh Rodriguez-Linares found guilty of manslaughter Wednesday in Dawson County District Court

                Aristh Rodriguez-Linares found guilty of manslaughter Wednesday in Dawson County District Court

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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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                Crime

                Photos: Man in custody after hourslong standoff with Omaha Police

                Photos: Man in custody after hourslong standoff with Omaha Police

                A large police presence amassed Thursday evening and into early Friday morning near North 38th and Fort Streets in Omaha after a man allegedly fled police and entered a home, following a possible shoplifting incident at Westroads Mall.

                Aristh Rodriguez-Linares found guilty of manslaughter Wednesday in Dawson County District Court

                Aristh Rodriguez-Linares found guilty of manslaughter Wednesday in Dawson County District Court

                A jury found Aristh Rodriguez-Linares guilty of manslaughter and two other felonies Wednesday in Dawson County District Court.

                Overton man arrested for first-degree sexual assault

                Overton man arrested for first-degree sexual assault

                An Overton man is being charged with first-degree sexual assault after a Sunday incident.

                Defendant Rodriguez-Linares continues testimony Tuesday

                Defendant Rodriguez-Linares continues testimony Tuesday

                As the case against Aristh Rodriguez-Linares resumed Tuesday, the defendant was back on the stand questioned by Defense Attorney David Tarrell in a re-direct.

                Politics

                Nebraska tax receipts miss forecast again, but only by $400K

                Nebraska tax receipts miss forecast again, but only by $400K

                Nebraska missed its tax forecast for a fifth straight month. July’s miss was tiny — $400,000 — but the state’s budget problem is anything but.

                Former Nebraska Sen. Dan McKeon completes diversion, case dismissed

                Former Nebraska Sen. Dan McKeon completes diversion, case dismissed

                Lancaster County Court Judge Matt Acton dismissed the Amherst man's disturbing the peace charge Thursday, automatically sealing the case. 

                Business owners share concerns over health costs, E15, right to repair with Ricketts

                Business owners share concerns over health costs, E15, right to repair with Ricketts

                The National Federation of Independent Business hosted a roundtable with about two dozen business owners and Sen. Pete Ricketts at an Elkhorn-area restaurant.

                Why a push to add 79 Lincoln police officers has been put on hold

                Why a push to add 79 Lincoln police officers has been put on hold

                The citizen-led ballot initiative would have required the city of Lincoln to hire at least 450 police officers, with two years to hit that threshold.

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