Nebraska hands over potentially sensitive voter data to DOJ during legal fight
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — Nebraska has handed over requested data to the U.S. Department of Justice, including parts that critics of the move have argued are potentially sensitive, the state’s top election official announced. Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen fulfilled his promise to give the federal government the data […]
Energy secretary says data centers don’t raise your power bill; critics disagree
As the White House backs rapid data-center growth, the energy secretary says costs won’t rise. But advocates and researchers warn that demand is pressuring grids and bills.
Iowa bill seeks parental permission for minors’ library checkouts deemed ‘harmful’
Iowa legislators are advancing a bill requiring minors to have parental permission to check out certain library books, sparking debate over government overreach and family protection.
Nebraska state senator formally reprimanded for removing State Capitol displays
Nebraska lawmakers said State Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh’s actions last month were rash.
Astronaut once stuck aboard International Space Station to run in Boston Marathon
From space station to starting line: Recently retired NASA astronaut Suni Williams will run in this year’s Boston Marathon and will be honored with the Patriot Award.
Nebraskans share concerns about proposed consolidation of state housing funds
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — A public hearing on the Nebraska Department of Economic Development’s biennial budget drew concerns about a proposed consolidation of housing funds. The Nebraska Legislature’s Appropriations Committee questioned DED Director Maureen Larsen Thursday about Gov. Jim Pillen’s proposed budget changes for the department. The committee is tasked […]
Pleasant evening weather around Omaha with clear skies
Pleasant evening weather around Omaha
Medieval fun is coming to Joslyn Castle & Gardens
Ditch your steel sword and sturdy steed and bring a hearty appetite and dancing shoes
Trump’s EPA revokes scientific finding that underpinned US fight against climate change
The Trump administration on Thursday revoked a scientific finding that long has been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change.
Nick Baumgartner, 44-year-old snowboarder, competes in fifth Olympic Games
Olympic snowboarder Nick Baumgartner uses his experience and humor to enjoy the sport and compete effectively. See how he fared.