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‘They’re torturing me’: ICE uses solitary confinement to scare people into self-deporting

‘They’re torturing me’: ICE uses solitary confinement to scare people into self-deporting

  • Emily Hamer Lee Enterprises Public Service Journalism Team and Emily Bregel Arizona Daily Star

One immigrant was sent to solitary confinement for refusing to self-deport. A teenager lost 20 pounds. One man attempted suicide. Experts say it's unconstitutional.

Why 19 Nebraskans complained to the FCC about Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show

Why 19 Nebraskans complained to the FCC about Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show

  • JAMES HOYT Lincoln Journal-Star

What some of the 19 Nebraskans who complained to the FCC about Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show had to say.

16 evacuees from hantavirus ship under 'world-class care' at UNMC; 1 test returns positive

16 evacuees from hantavirus ship under 'world-class care' at UNMC; 1 test returns positive

  • Julie Anderson World-Herald Staff Writer

One passenger who had had two tests for the Andes virus outside the U.S. — one positive and one negative — was taken to the Nebraska Biocontainment Unit.

Nebraska voters see no changes ahead of May primary despite national debate

Nebraska voters see no changes ahead of May primary despite national debate

  • CHRISTOPHER BURBACH Flatwater Free Press

Despite national debates over voting laws, Nebraska’s rules remain unchanged for the May primary.

19 years ago today: The Hallam tornado

19 years ago today: The Hallam tornado

  • Lincoln Journal Star

A tornado swept through Hallam on May 22, 2004, leveling most homes and businesses. Volunteers in surrounding communities including Lincoln came together to help with the cleanup. Do you remember?

One Nebraska Republican primary will test GOP voters' confidence in elections

One Nebraska Republican primary will test GOP voters' confidence in elections

  • Josh Reyes World-Herald Staff Writer

The Nebraska secretary of state election features incumbent Bob Evnen and Scott Petersen, who has raised doubts about the state's election security. 

The Nebraska softball homecoming years in the making: How 5 seniors found their way back

The Nebraska softball homecoming years in the making: How 5 seniors found their way back

  • Amie Just Lincoln Journal Star

Playing at Nebraska, soon being recognized during senior ceremonies, wasn’t the original plan. But local standouts Bella Bacon, Jordy Frahm, Kacie Hoffmann and Lauren and Hannah Camenzind are here now.

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Dr. Mehmet Copur leaves Mary Lanning Healthcare

OPPD employee accused of trying to bribe father's alleged sexual assault victim

OPPD employee accused of trying to bribe father's alleged sexual assault victim

Just how big is the largest American flag? It will be in Lincoln on Sunday.

Just how big is the largest American flag? It will be in Lincoln on Sunday.

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Behind some local standouts, Doane heads to first NAIA Baseball World Series

Behind some local standouts, Doane heads to first NAIA Baseball World Series

Doane, in its first NAIA Baseball World Series, opens play on Friday against Mid-America Christian.

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Memorial Day ceremonies slated for Lincoln

Memorial Day ceremonies slated for Lincoln

The Lincoln Memorial Day Observance Association and Veterans Memorial Garden Advisory Council have organized Memorial Day programs at three Lincoln locations on Monday.

Nebraska football hosting Illinois defensive back on official visit

Nebraska football hosting Illinois defensive back on official visit

Nebraska football will host class of 2027 defensive back James Johnson for a visit in June. Johnson is locked in to visit the weekend of June 12-14. Johnson is a three-star defensive back.

New Kearney restaurant blends barbecue tradition with Mexican flavors

New Kearney restaurant blends barbecue tradition with Mexican flavors

Juan and Lionel Herrera say discipline, family and food shaped their path to opening a restaurant.

Barr Middle School students put civics knowledge to the test

Barr Middle School students put civics knowledge to the test

Two eighth graders from Barr Middle School placed first and third at a regional Civics Bee and will advance to the state competition.

Nebraska AG civil litigation chief named Lancaster County judge

Nebraska AG civil litigation chief named Lancaster County judge

"I aspire not just to be a judge, but to be a good judge," Jennifer Huxoll said at a judicial nominating commission hearing earlier this month.

Commissioners begin prepping for property tax protest hearings

Commissioners begin prepping for property tax protest hearings

During Monday's Scotts Bluff County Commissioners' meeting, Scotts Bluff County Assessor Robert Simpson outlined a letter that will be provided to people who are protesting their property tax valuations.

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Mike Pence criticizes Trump's 'lawfare' fund that may help Jan. 6 rioters

When To Travel This Memorial Day: Best Vs Worst Times

When To Travel This Memorial Day: Best Vs Worst Times

Cuba: US offers 'new path' and aid, Raul Castro indicted

Cuba: US offers 'new path' and aid, Raul Castro indicted

Former Massachusetts lawmaker Barney Frank dies at 86

Former Massachusetts lawmaker Barney Frank dies at 86

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'It's a joy pain': Hit by pitches creating offense — and stories — for Nebraska baseball

'It's a joy pain': Hit by pitches creating offense — and stories — for Nebraska baseball

One of Nebraska baseball's secret ingredients to a top-60 offense is getting hit by pitches. Players want it. Coaches demand it. And callouses emerge because of it.

Elite, familiar pitcher stands in the way of Nebraska softball and CWS

Elite, familiar pitcher stands in the way of Nebraska softball and CWS

To qualify for its first WCWS in more than a decade, Nebraska softball will have to do what it couldn't in 2025: Beat an elite pitcher in a super regional. 

Omaha coach 'proud' to have mentored pitching stars Jordy Frahm, Alexis Jensen and Ruby Meylan

Omaha coach 'proud' to have mentored pitching stars Jordy Frahm, Alexis Jensen and Ruby Meylan

A local Omaha softball pitching coach gets to see three prize pupils — Jordy Frahm, Alexis Jensen and Ruby Meylan — duel in the Nebraska/Oklahoma State super regional. 

Nebraska baseball notes: Huskers relishing rest, pitching set, Drew Grego's rise

Nebraska baseball notes: Huskers relishing rest, pitching set, Drew Grego's rise

Nebraska will play Friday night in the Big Ten baseball tournament. Until then, the Huskers are capitalizing on the extra time as they reset for a postseason run.

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Southern Elementary art show highlights 2026 winners
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Southern Elementary art show highlights 2026 winners

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Southern Elementary filled its gym with student artwork for the 2026 art show, recognizing first-, second- and third-place winners in each grade level.

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Lcf welcomes Russell and promotes Crotteau
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Lcf welcomes Russell and promotes Crotteau

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Lincoln Community Foundation welcomes Daniel Russell and promotes Susan Crotteau as senior philanthropic advisors, strengthening donor services and legal guidance.

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Discovery Days to feature vintage tractors, young entrepreneurs, bugs
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Discovery Days to feature vintage tractors, young entrepreneurs, bugs

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Nebraska’s Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources will host three free Discovery Days on East Campus in 2026, featuring tractors, kids’ businesses and Bug Fest.

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Southern high school quiz bowl season recap
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Southern high school quiz bowl season recap

  • Jeffrey Tunink
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Southern High School wraps up an up-and-down quiz bowl season, highlighting a fourth-place Pioneer Conference finish and details on each tournament appearance.

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Can too many choices make life harder? | The Ethical Life podcast

Can too many choices make life harder? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 From paint colors to career paths, this conversation examines paralysis, uncertainty and the hidden benefits of limits, routines and firm expectations.

Does it take more than phone bans to reconnect students with real life? | The Ethical Life podcast

Does it take more than phone bans to reconnect students with real life? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 Classrooms feel calmer without devices, yet research shows little academic gain. This conversation explores attention, belonging and why deeper cultural shifts matter more.

Who’s responsible when jobs go unfilled: workers or employers? | The Ethical Life podcast

Who’s responsible when jobs go unfilled: workers or employers? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 The hosts examine hiring struggles, economic forces and how changing expectations around pay, flexibility and purpose are reshaping participation in the labor force.

Why do ethics and morality so often get confused? | The Ethical Life podcast

Why do ethics and morality so often get confused? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 The conversation examines professional standards, personal judgment and why similar actions can lead to very different consequences across careers, institutions and public expectations.

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In new battle with Catholic Church, feds want to take Jesus-topped border mountain

In new battle with Catholic Church, feds want to take Jesus-topped border mountain

Federal officials are trying to seize from the Roman Catholic Church a border mountain topped with a massive statue of Jesus, saying they need it for the border wall.

John Krasinksi brings his Jack Ryan to theaters | Streamed & Screened podcast

John Krasinksi brings his Jack Ryan to theaters | Streamed & Screened podcast

In this episode, co-host Bruce Miller speaks with director Andrew Bernstein, co-star Michael Kelly, star, writer and producer Krasinski, and co-star Sienna Miller.

Author takes us on a historic train ride through the Civil Rights-era South

Author takes us on a historic train ride through the Civil Rights-era South

Amid the current political craziness, I decided to step back in time with Shannon McKenna Schmidt’s recently released “You Can’t Catch Us” (Sourcebooks, $27.99) narrative about a historic train ride through the Civil Rights-era South. Times in 1964 were violent and uncertain, to say the least, when Lady Bird Johnson embarked on her eight-state, whistle-stop tour that Schmidt portrays in ...

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Provided content. As Canada’s population ages, a quiet public safety issue is becoming harder to ignore: wandering among people living with dementia.

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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...

Survey: Many Gift-Buying Parents Pressured to Overspend This Holiday Season

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...

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