Gov. Pillen announces 90-day pause on diesel taxes for Nebraska ag producers
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — Gov. Jim Pillen signed a pair of executive orders Thursday aimed at easing cost burdens for Nebraska’s agricultural producers on the same day a like-minded initiative was announced for the 2028 election cycle. The first executive order suspends diesel taxes for vehicles transporting Nebraska seasonally produced […]
After auditor’s report, Douglas County sheriff plans to investigate county’s program for the poor
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner OMAHA — The Douglas County sheriff on Thursday announced that he will open an investigation into the practices of a county program designed to help the poor. Sheriff Aaron Hanson said his intent is to ensure that taxpayer dollars have not been criminally spent. The move comes on […]
Nebraska Rep. Mike Flood and Chris Backemeyer spar in 1st District debate
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — Nebraska Rep. Mike Flood and his Democratic challenger Chris Backemeyer squabbled Wednesday in the only debate for the 1st Congressional District. The Nebraska Public Media debate covered a range of topics, including the Iran war, tariffs, trade, housing and AI. Throughout the debate, Backemeyer attacked Flood […]
Childcare survey seeks to help reduce Omaha poverty
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner OMAHA — In a quest to reduce poverty, Omaha leaders on Thursday launched a citywide parent survey on childcare. Representatives of the state’s most populous city — which, along with Lincoln, was mandated by a 2024 state law to create a Poverty Elimination Action Plan — will use […]
Nebraska Senate race has seen tough talk and shifts on Immigration
Read the full article on Nebraska Examiner LINCOLN — The Nebraska Senate race between frontrunners Sen. Pete Ricketts and Dan Osborn has seen tough talk on immigration throughout the campaign cycle as they both try to win a ruby red state. Osborn, the registered nonpartisan candidate, has stated his support for stronger border security as […]
Douglas County sheriff referred cases to ICE and floated deal with agency amid national crackdown
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