South Dakota State transfer commits to the Huskers

Nebraska men’s basketball has landed a standout from the Summit League.
‘Think we’ll see some roster expansion’: Nebraska Athletic Director discusses proposed eligibility rule

The 5-for-5 rule allows athletes five years to play college sports, so redshirting will be eliminated.
‘Difficult decision’: Omaha baseball coach announces resignation following 2026 season

Omaha baseball coach Evan Porter announces resignation following 2026 season
‘People come from all over the world’: Gorat’s Steakhouse prepares for Berkshire Hathaway weekend

Gorat’s is a staple for shareholders as it is Warren Buffett’s favorite restaurant. For years, the restaurant hosted a massive dinner, but now visitors come on their own time.
Lexington moves to acquire Tyson assets in bid to spur economic recovery following plant shutdown

City leaders in Lexington say a plan to acquire and manage assets tied to a shuttered meatpacking plant marks an early step toward economic recovery following widespread layoffs earlier this year.
‘A new tool in our toolbox’: Omaha’s encampment pilot comes to a close

Omaha’s encampment pilot program is set to wrap up on April 30. It started last November. In partnership with Threshold COC, the city issued 7-10 day vacate notices to encampments on city property and provided resources for those living in encampments. Threshold COC says the program will continue past the
Trump signs bill restoring FEMA and TSA funding

President Donald Trump signed a bipartisan bill to pay FEMA and TSA, but funding for ICE and border patrol remains in question.
Astronomical events for May 2026: Flower Moon, meteors and a bonus full moon

May features a Flower Moon, a micro blue moon, and even a meteor shower. Read below for the astronomical events for the month.
President Trump gives go-ahead to major new Canada-US oil pipeline

President Donald Trump has granted a key approval to a major new pipeline that would move oil from Canada into the central U.S.
Omaha man appears in court after dog found beaten, duct-taped inside apartment

Nebraska Humane Society says neighbors’ call led investigators to a dog found injured