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NE Supreme Court rules in government-assisted ‘home equity theft’ cases
LINCOLN — In what Legal Aid lawyers are calling a “historic about-face,” the Nebraska Supreme Court on Friday ruled in favor of two different elderly homeowners who fell victim to what critics described as government-assisted home equity theft. The homeowners, represented by Legal Aid of Nebraska and Pacific Legal Foundation, claimed that Nebraska’s delinquent tax […]
State fair attracts global visitors
Grand Island, Neb. — The state fair kicked off on Friday, drawing crowds not only from across the state, but from 6 different continents. “I came from Nara in Japan,” said Kyota Yoshikawa. “I'm visiting from Queensland in Australia,” said Sally Higgins. The group of ten had...
New report provides insight to help address NE workforce woes, brain drain puzzle
Nebraska college graduates who grew up in the state are about twice as likely to stay and work there compared to their out-of-state peers, according to new research on what keeps talent in Cornhusker territory, the Nebraska Examiner reports.
Nebraskans to vote on competing abortion ballot initiatives in November, bringing the total of abortion-related measures in 2024 to 11
Voters in Nebraska will decide on two abortion-related ballot measures on Nov. 5. The ballot initiatives would contradict. One, the Right to Abortion Initiative, would amend the Nebraska Constitution to provide for a state constitutional right to abortion until fetal viability. The other ballot measure, the Prohibit Abortions After the First Trimester Initiative, would prohibit abortion in the second and third trimesters, except for medical emergencies or when a pregnancy results from sexual assault or incest.
Nebraska Humane Society reports case of canine distemper disease
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A dog within the Nebraska Humane Society has tested positive for canine distemper. The disease is described as a highly contagious and potentially lethal infection that causes illness in dogs by attacking several body systems, making it tough to treat. It can spread easily through airborne exposure.
Mega Millions® Jackpot Increased for Friday Drawing
Lincoln, NE – August 23, 2024 – Due to high sales, officials in the states participating in the Mega Millions® Lotto game have increased the estimated jackpot amount for the Friday, August 23 drawing to $535 million or $265.6 million with the cash option selected. The Mega...
Saturday Forecast: The heat is approaching...
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Well say goodbye to seasonable temperatures for a couple of days, as hot and humid weather looks to come into the region. Showers and thunderstorms are possible (20%-30%) Saturday morning. The National Weather Service has put out two Heat Advisories for Nebraska, with one for southeast...
KMAland Softball (8/23): Auburn goes 2-1 in Aurora, Plattsmouth opens Gross Tournament
(KMAland) -- Auburn went 2-1 at the Aurora Tournament while Plattsmouth opened the Gross Tournament on Friday in KMAland softball. Check out the rundown and statistical leaders from Friday below. Omaha Westside 14 Plattsmouth 1 (Gross Catholic Tournament) •Alexis Gregerson, Plattsmouth: 1/2, RBI. •Lacie Hill, Plattsmouth: 3 1/3 IP, 3...
New report looks at how many college graduates stay in Nebraska
OMAHA, Neb. — Nebraska is doing well keeping in-state students from leaving after they graduate from college, but a new report shows it can do a lot better at retaining out-of-state students. Zoe Houston is heading into her junior year at the University of Nebraska-Omaha. She wants to be...
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