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Gov. Pillen outlines some funding levers in his quest to lower Nebraska property taxes
BEATRICE — Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen said Friday he hopes to trim state spending by at least $500 million in the next couple of years and capture more federal dollars for property tax relief. Pillen made those commitments at the third of his property tax town halls, echoing a...
Overdoses Drop Nearly 40 Percent Since Formation of Omaha Task Force
OMAHA, NE – Overdose trends in Omaha have dropped nearly 40 percent since the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Omaha Division Overdose Response Task Force (ODRTF) began making arrests in January 2023. For their efforts, the eight-person team was presented with the Midwest Region High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Overdose Reduction Award.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nebraska
WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Nebraska to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm and straight-line winds from April 6-7, 2024. Public Assistance federal funding is available to the state, tribal and eligible local governments and...
Nebraska Governor Pillen Declares National 529 Day
LINCOLN, Neb. (May 28, 2024) – Governor Jim Pillen is declaring May 29, 2024, as National 529 Day in Nebraska. This proclamation calls attention to the opportunity families have to start investing in their loved ones’ futures, helping Nebraska’s next generation soar toward their personal and career goals.
Pope Francis apologizes after quoted using homophobic slur
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis apologized Tuesday after he was quoted using a vulgar and derogatory term about gay men to reaffirm the Catholic Church’s ban on gay priests. Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni issued a statement acknowledging the media storm that erupted about Francis’ comments, which were...
Two transported to the hospital following accident in the Panhandle
Kimball, Neb. - Officials say that two were transported to a local hospital following a two-vehicle collision that occurred on Sunday, May 26th. According to officials, the accident occurred when a car hauler and a United States Postal Service truck collided. Two individuals were transported to the hospital. Kimball County...
Scotts Bluff Summit closure for herbicide application
GERING, NE— An important part of the mission of the National Park Service is to preserve unimpaired the natural resources of the National Park System for this and future generations. Unfortunately, invasive plant species threaten to overwhelm native plant communities that can be important sources of food and shelter for our wildlife. The National Park Service Invasive Plant Management Team (IPMT) will be working on controlling various invasive plant infestations at Scotts Bluff National Monument during the week of June 3rd through 10th. In order to combat the threat posed by the invasive annual grasses, cheatgrass and Japanese brome, against native vegetation in the vicinity of the Summit Road parking lot and bluff-top trails, the team will target these areas for treatment using selective herbicides sometime in the range of June 5th, 6th, and 7th.
Military labs do the detective work to identify soldiers decades after they died in World War II
OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. (AP) — Generations of American families have grown up not knowing exactly what happened to their loved ones who died while serving their country in World War II and other conflicts. But a federal lab tucked away above the bowling alley at Offutt Air...
Nebraska 6th grader in the field at Scripps National Spelling Bee
WASHINGTON (AP) —When Balu Natarajan became the first Indian American champion of the Scripps National Spelling Bee in 1985, a headline on an Associated Press article read, “Immigrants’ son wins National Spelling Bee,” with the first paragraph noting the champion “speaks his parents’ native Indian language at home.”
Nebraska Counties Receive Federal Disaster Declaration for April Storm
LINCOLN, NE – For the second time this month, Governor Jim Pillen has received approval of a federal disaster declaration. The latest is for funding to assist with clean up and repairs resulting from a severe winter storm that hit the Panhandle in early April. The counties covered include...
⚾ Two-seed Huskers to face Florida in NCAA Regionals
Nebraska (39-20) has been selected as the No. 2 seed for the NCAA Regional in Stillwater, Okla., and will play third-seeded Florida (28-27) on Friday, May 31 at 2 p.m. (CT) on ESPN+. Oklahoma State (40-17) is the tournament’s No. 11 overall seed and will play No. 4 seed Niagara...
Former Bronco accused of sexual assault in civil lawsuit
(AP) The Washington Commanders said Monday they were made aware of a lawsuit filed in civil court last week against kicker Brandon McManus, and the Jacksonville Jaguars acknowledged they are also being sued. A Commanders spokesperson said the team is looking into the situation and has spoken with McManus’ agent...
Bird flu virus detected in beef from an ill dairy cow, but USDA says meat remains safe
Bird flu has been detected in beef for the first time, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Friday, but officials said the meat from a single sickened dairy cow was not allowed to enter the nation's food supply and beef remains safe to eat. The USDA said the virus was...
Rockies playing good baseball, beat AL's second-best team to open series
DENVER (AP) — Charlie Blackmon homered to cap a six-run fourth inning and the Colorado Rockies ended Cleveland’s nine-game winning streak with an 8-6 victory over the Guardians on Monday. Blackmon drove in four runs and made a sliding catch in foul territory for Colorado, which is 11-6...
Rapid City Marshals cease operations
Rapid City, SD – The Rapid City Marshals regretfully announce the cessation of operations, effective immediately. This decision stems from a lack of leadership from previous Arena Football League (AFL) league officials and their unfulfilled promises rendering it impossible for the team to sustain its operations. This difficult choice...
Panhandle police activity, May 17 - May 22
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Alliance Police Department: The media report
P202400259 19:31 10-44 : MVA NON INJURYofficers responded to a two motor vehicle accident at TRAILERVILLE CT/ Accident report taken Closed - Resolved. P202400260 22:12 ASSAULT : ASSAULT Closed - Charges Recommended. P202400260 22:12 ASSAULT : ASSAULT Open - Under Investigation. 05/19/24 Total: 3. 05/22/24. P202400261 08:16 FOLLOW : FOLLOW...
Report: Iran's near-nuclear bomb-grade uranium stock grows
VIENNA (AP) — Iran has further increased its stockpile of uranium enriched to near weapons-grade levels, according to a confidential report on Monday by the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog, the latest in Tehran's attempts to steadily exert pressure on the international community. Iran is seeking to have economic...
First state attempts to regulate AI’s hidden role in American life
DENVER (AP) — The first attempts to regulate artificial intelligence programs that play a hidden role in hiring, housing and medical decisions for millions of Americans are facing pressure from all sides and floundering in statehouses nationwide. Only one of seven bills aimed at preventing AI’s penchant to discriminate...
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