Nebraska expands access to biomarker testing with new legislation

Lincoln, NE — The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is highlighting the need for continued legislative efforts despite the conclusion of the 109th legislative session, which resulted in increased access to biomarker testing. Megan …

South Dakota and Nebraska National Guard collaborate at Ellsworth Air Force Base for fire training

Great start for the 10/11 Can Care-a-Van in Nebraska City, Superior & Sutton

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Nebraska City, Superior and Sutton kicked off Day 1 of the 10/11 Show You Care Can Care-a-Van on Monday. In Superior, Brodstone Healthcare donated $6,430. The Bread Box in Sutton gave awards to the Knights of Columbus and Zion …

Nebraska Guard's 155th Air Refueling Wing tests readiness during 3-day exercise

LINCOLN, Neb. – The Nebraska Air National Guard's 155th Air Refueling Wing conducted a Combat Readiness Exercise during its regularly scheduled drill weekend, June 6-8, 2025, at the Nebraska National Guard air base in Lincoln, Nebraska. The Combat …

Nebraska congressman’s bill would prioritize filling Weather Service vacancies after DOGE cuts

LINCOLN —  Nebraska Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Flood introduced legislation this month that would make it harder for National Weather Service employees to be fired.  The bipartisan-backed bill, named the Weather Workforce Improvement Act, would reclassify …

Nebraska makes their pitch to Top247 OT Kelvin Obot

Nebraska made their pitch to Fruitland (Idaho) offensive tackle Kelvin Obot... Nebraska made their pitch to Fruitland (Idaho) offensive tackle Kelvin Obot over the weekend. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — SALE: 60% off first year Get …

USDA reminds Nebraska producers to file crop acreage reports

NEBRASKA — After spring planting is complete, agricultural producers in Nebraska should make an appointment with their local Farm Service Agency (FSA) county office to complete crop acreage reports before the applicable deadline. “In order to receive many …

CDC issues salmonella outbreak alert linked to eggs sold in Nebraska, other states

ColleenMichaels / Depositphotos.com NEBRASKA — Centers for Disease Control, Food and Drug Administration, and public health officials in several states are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to eggs. On June 6, 2025, …

Coralville dementia patient 'hitched' a ride, left at Nebraska truck stop

A resident of a Coralville care facility was found at a Nebraska truck stop after wandering away. The resident, who is said to have dementia and a brain injury, reportedly hitched a ride with a truck driver and engaged in sexual activity. State inspectors …

Gas prices drop in Nebraska, diesel prices also fall

LINCOLN, Neb. — Gas prices fell in the Cornhusker state last week. According to GasBuddy, average gas prices decreased three cents to an average of $2.89 a gallon. This is one cent a gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel …