Nebraska community colleges will see delayed implementation of Gov. Pillen’s 5% spending cut
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — The effects of Gov. Jim Pillen’s 5% spending reduction across all state agencies aren’t likely to hit Nebraska’s community colleges until mid-2027. Michael Baumgartner, executive director of the Nebraska Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education, said the 5% cut won’t impact the state’s Community College Future Fund […]
Kennedy Center board votes to add Trump’s name to the facade of the performing arts building
Kennedy Center board votes to add Trump’s name to the facade of the performing arts building
Boxer Prichard Colon dead at 33, years after career-ending injury
Former professional boxer Prichard Colon has died at 33, years after suffering a catastrophic brain injury during a fight.
Popular hair mousse recalled because cans could explode
A popular brand of hair mousse is being recalled because pressurized cans can leak and potentially explode. Here’s a full list of impacted products.
Blanche seeks to rally a depleted Justice Department workforce in first speech as attorney general
Attorney General Todd Blanche is seeking to rally a depleted Justice Department workforce in his first speech since taking the reins of the beleaguered agency, promising rank-and-file staff that he will lead them with integrity.
University of Nebraska asks for $166M increase in tax dollars in 2027-29 budget
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — The University of Nebraska Board of Regents unanimously approved a request to seek $166 million more in taxpayer dollars for the 2027-29 budget cycle. The request calls for an additional $91 million for university operations plus $66.5 million to replace software, expand research and recruit top-performing students. […]
BBB warns students of back-to-school scams
Experts warn college students and their families to stay alert to scams involving fake scholarships, fraudulent loan payments and test prep schemes as the new semester begins
Omaha Public Power District to install new electrical meters between Omaha and Kansas border
The Omaha Public Power District is planning to install around 30,000 new meters in rural areas between Omaha and the Kansas border.
Omaha Police Officer’s Association offers back-to-school assistance for students
With the first day of school approaching, the Omaha Police Officers Association gave kids $200 to pick out supplies or an outfit.
Warm, humid Thursday afternoon for Omaha area, few chances for storms
Warm, humid conditions Thursday afternoon for eastern Nebraska and western Iowa. Few chances for showers and thunderstorms heading into the end of the week. Meteorologist Caitlin Harvey has the forecast you trust from Omaha’s Weather Leader.