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Nebraska No. 1 In Labor Force Participation Rate, No. 2 In Low Unemployment Rate
Economist Eric Thompson said the two indicators reinforce the tough task of filling job openings.
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Legislative Committee Recommends Slightly Higher Spending Than Governor
The budget committee calls for an average increase of 2.3% in spending over the next two fiscal years.
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Radio Show Callers Challenge Pillen About His Support For Bill Banning Gender-Affirming Care
Two callers accused the governor of hypocrisy.
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DHHS Encourages Updating Information As 145,000 Nebraskans At Risk Of Losing Medicaid
Changes in federal law mean the eligibility of Medicaid recipients is now being reviewed, returning to “normal” eligibility requirements.
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Proposed Merger Of Central Nebraska Utility Districts Headed For A Do-Over
The proposed merger spawned a rebellion by irrigators served by the Central district.
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Omnibus Bill Aims To Help Make Nebraska Crossing A Mecca For ‘Retail Tourism'
Owners of the Nebraska Crossing mall are seeking state funds to help expand the facility.
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North Omaha Residents Installing Air Quality Monitors Near Coal-Burning Station
PurpleAir monitors provide the ability to measure air quality in real time, collecting particle pollution for hyper-local networks.
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Niobrara Public Schools, Student Reach Settlement After Alleged Teacher-Student Altercation
The ACLU said the teacher was serving as a chaperone at a dance and struck the student in the face while trying to "forcibly remove" him.
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Four Nebraska Buildings Constructed As Part Of The New Deal Added To National Register Of Historic Places
Two other Cornhusker State structures were also added to the register.
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Omaha Mayor Calls On Indicted City Council Member To ‘Immediately' Resign
Vinny Palmero was indicted Friday on charges of fraud and influence peddling involving two police-associated groups.
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Ron Hull Was A Pioneer Of Public Broadcasting In Nebraska And The Nation
He died Thursday at the age of 92.
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Nebraska Senators Open Debate On Bill Seeking Greater Use Of Corn-Based Ethanol
The Cornhusker State is the second-largest producer of ethanol in the country.
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Nebraska Proposal To Prioritize Resources In Times Of Emergency Advances In Business, Labor Package
Sen. Brewer’s bill would give priority access to resources for “critical infrastructure utility workers” during civil defense emergencies
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Nebraska Settles Lawsuit Involving 400 Current And Former State Troopers
The state has agreed to pay them a combined $18.75 million.
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Two New Exhibits Related To Japanese Americans Open This Weekend In Lincoln
One exhibit focuses specifically on Japanese Nebraskans.
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Event Marks 30 Years Since Murder Of Young Transgender Man Brandon Teena In Nebraska
A free screening of the documentary, “The Brandon Teena Story,” will be held on May 1 at Lincoln’s Ross Media Arts Center.
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Eyebrows Raised Over Nebraska Board Of Health's Advocacy For Bill Banning Gender-Affirming Care
Critics say it’s about politics and not public health, while a board member says it’s within the board’s duties.
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Employer-Built ‘Affordable' Housing In Sarpy County Aims To Help Recruit And Retain Workers
Streck recently built The Nest, an apartment complex in the Omaha suburb of La Vista.
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Woman Who Shouted ‘Shame' Following Critical Gun Bill Passage Is Banned From Nebraska Capitol
Melody Vaccaro has been ordered not to enter the building unless she has a scheduled appointment.
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Nebraska Gives Final Passage To Concealed Carry Of Handguns Without Permit Or Training
Opponents warn the bill could lead to more gun injuries and deaths.
