Measures to legalize, regulate online sports betting qualify for Nebraska ballot
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — Two statewide ballot measures seeking to legalize and regulate online sports betting have qualified to appear before Nebraska voters this November. The Nebraska Secretary of State’s Office confirmed Friday that the two measures — both from the group Tax Relief Nebraska — each exceeded the constitutional number of valid […]
Congress debates right to repair bill to expand car repair access
A “right to repair” bill in Congress seeks to give independent auto repair shops the same access to tools and data as dealerships, addressing challenges faced by mechanics and consumers.
Judge sentences former Nebraska wrestler for evading arrest in Texas
Former Nebraska wrestler AJ Ferrari was sentenced for evading arrest in Texas.
The University of Nebraska Foundation receives over $500 million in private donations
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — The University of Nebraska Foundation announced $532.8 million in private donations, a first for the foundation, during the fiscal year that ended June 30. The first for the foundation comes as the university is asking the state for more money to address a budget shortfall. NU […]
Legalize Marijuana Now candidate drops out of U.S. Senate race, backs Dan Osborn
U.S. Senate race shift: Legalize Marijuana Now candidate Mike Marvin has dropped out and is urging supporters to back Dan Osborn.
QUIZ: This week in national news
From a college drug ring bust to the investigation into Hayden Panettiere’s death, test your knowledge of this week’s top news stories with our latest quiz.
US to import 660 million pounds of beef to lower prices, raising concerns for ranchers
President Trump announced plans to import ground beef to reduce prices, but experts warn the move could harm American cattle farmers and discourage herd expansion.
Abercrombie’s NFL partnership expands ahead of the 2026 season
Abercrombie’s NFL collection is expanding for 2026, with gear for all 32 teams — even babies and dogs.
Welcome to the Weekend – August 21, 2026
What’s happening around Omaha? Your weekend guide is here!
Defense rests case in Lindsay Clancy murder trial, prosecutors start rebuttals
The defense rested Friday in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother accused of strangling her three children in the family’s Duxbury home in 2023.