The waterfowl population in the U.S. and Canada declined slightly from last year, including the lowest numbers of the two most abundant duck species since 1993, according to an annual report of the
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Volleyball Day in Nebraska inspired outdoor matches in Georgia, New York, suburban Omaha and elsewhere. Now, NU heads to Wrigley Field for the latest eruption in volleyball's 'volcano' of growth.
Hello, I’m David Hoffmann. Like many of you, I’ve been thinking a lot about our country, our communities and how we find our way back to one another.
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Voters in eastern Nebraska's 1st Congressional District might not see Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Flood and Democrat Chris Backemeyer debate after a fight over debate timing blew into public view.
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The remains of American soldier Robert "Bobby" Pierce, who survived the Bataan Death March but died in a Philippine prison, will be interred at Omaha National Cemetery on Tuesday.
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Take a look at photos from the U.S. Senate debate between Pete Ricketts and Dan Osborn at the Nebraska State Fair.
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Over 1,500 children in the Columbus area have received books through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, thanks to the Columbus Area United Way's general campaign and database.
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Lincoln’s newest Mexican restaurant opens this week with mariachis, 30% off and burritos and chimichangas said to be the size of a human forearm.
A broken taillight led to a chase and an ICE arrest. Federal cases show Nebraska traffic stops are increasingly intersecting with immigration enforcement.
Scottsbluff’s school board approved additional property tax authority Friday, aiming to generate roughly $2.19 million for roofs, heating and cooling systems and other repairs.
Gering officials are moving proactively to regulate adult entertainment businesses, two months after a proposed strip club drew opposition in neighboring Scottsbluff.
The Gering school board could set new boundaries for staff use of AI, including restrictions involving student data, grading and district accounts.
Hundreds of colorful paper cranes fill Sam Butalla’s hospital room at Bryan East. He can’t see the cranes, but to his family, they represent support and healing.
U.S. Rep. Mike Flood visited David City on Sept. 8 to tour the AGP soybean processing facility, see what's new in town and talk to locals.
The US LBM Coaches Poll released its rankings following Week 2 of the college football season. Nebraska received multiple votes but remains outside the top 25.
Until Nebraska football gets the same kind of test much of the Big Ten couldn't pass, writes Sam McKewon, it'll grade its own MAC exam as strictly as possible.
Quinn Clark delivered on Matt Rhule’s blocked-punt challenge, helping Nebraska overcome a sloppy special teams first half with a third-quarter block.
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Nebraska Judicial Branch outlines its 2027-2029 strategic agenda, refining six initiatives to improve justice access, technology, supervision, and public trust.
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Pottawattamie County designates Sept. 7–11, 2026, as National Payroll Week, honoring payroll professionals who ensure accurate, timely pay for county employees.
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Learn how to manage water wisely by allowing some lawn dormancy, mowing higher, fixing toilet leaks, running full loads, and changing daily faucet habits.
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Western bean cutworm trap data show moth flights winding down, with high 2026 populations and current scouting and treatment guidance for corn and dry beans.
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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.
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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...
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...
Holiday shopping season is upon us, and the pressure is on, or at least it feels that way for some parents. A new NerdWallet survey, conducted by The Harris Poll, finds that 48% of parents with children under 18 feel pressure to spend more money on holiday gifts than they’re comfortable spending.According to NerdWallet’s annual...