Potentially toxic ‘forever chemicals’ may harm kids during critical period for bone development
Study finds childhood PFAS exposure, especially PFOA, linked to lower adolescent bone mineral density and possible higher fracture and osteoporosis risk.
Bank of America settles claims over lawsuits by Jeffrey Epstein victims
Bank of America has tentatively settled a lawsuit claiming it ignored suspicious financial transactions involving Jeffrey Epstein
‘Isn’t the time’: Lawmakers reject 13-29% raises for Nebraska state officials
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner The Nebraska Board of State Canvassers meet Monday, June 10, 2024, in Lincoln to certify the state’s 2024 primary election results. From left, seated: State Auditor Mike Foley, Secretary of State Bob Evnen, Gov. Jim Pillen, Attorney General Mike Hilgers and then-State Treasurer Tom Briese. (Zach Wendling/Nebraska Examiner) […]
Iran War clouds Federal Reserve’s outlook on rate cuts
The Iran war has scrambled the Federal Reserve’s outlook on inflation and unemployment and will likely further delay interest rate cuts this year, putting off any relief for consumers struggling with high borrowing costs for home and car purchases.
Trump postpones his China trip to focus on the war in Iran
Trump’s visit to China is seen as an opportunity to build on a fragile trade truce between the two superpowers
Antitrust trial against Live Nation and Ticketmaster continues with states leading the charge
The antitrust trial of Live Nation and Ticketmaster resumed with three dozen states remaining in the case a week after the Justice Department settled its claims and withdrew.
Federal judge declares Arkansas’ Ten Commandments requirements unconstitutional
The federal judge found that the law violated the First Amendment.
Chance for light snow St. Patrick’s Day afternoon in Omaha area
Chance for light snow St. Patrick’s Day afternoon in Omaha area
Nebraska officials oppose proposed pay raises in budget amendment
The lieutenant governor, state treasurer, and secretary of state said lawmakers should remove their offices from a proposed pay increase plan.
National Counterterrorism Center director steps down, saying Iran posed ‘no imminent threat’ to US
The director of the National Counterterrorism Center has announced his resignation, saying he “cannot in good conscience” back the Trump administration’s war in Iran.