Nebraska farmers face $3.1 billion gamble as planting season begins

HAMILTON COUNTY, Neb. — Nebraska farmers are investing a staggering $3.1 billion to plant corn this season, a financial commitment that underscores the high stakes of agriculture in the state. Jason Lewis, a corn farmer and board member for the National …

New Beginnings: Will Jesske found his new home with Nebraska baseball

Will Jesske has played the game of baseball since before he can remember. However, it wasn’t until this year that the sophomore’s whole perspective of the game made a complete 180. After calling third base his home for countless years, Jesske decided to …

Understanding Nebraska's safe haven laws

Legislation proposed to close gap in midwife practice in Nebraska

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Judy Jones is 77. She believes her work as a midwife is a calling from God. The Nebraska Attorney General’s Office filed a criminal complaint against her. Jones is charged with disregarding a cease-and-desist from the state by …

‘Nebraska Birding Bowl’ Is Back This May

LINCOLN, Neb. — Participate in the third Nebraska Birding Bowl and learn about birds, enjoy the outdoors and contribute data toward bird conservation. This fun, free statewide competition is returning this May for Nebraska Bird Month. The Birding Bowl is a …

Nebraska DOE Seeks Public Input On New Strategic Plan

LINCOLN, Neb. — The Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) is developing a new strategic plan that will shape the future of education in the state. To ensure this plan effectively addresses the needs and goals of Nebraskans, the NDE is actively seeking …

Governor Pillen issues statewide burn ban for Nebraska, as Plum Creek Fire continues

OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — Joined Wednesday afternoon at the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency Headquarters at the National Guard Base in Lincoln, Governor Jim Pillen, NEMA Assistant Director Erv Portis, Interim State Fire Marshal Doug Hohbein, Nebraska …

Nebraska Huskers Star Makes Heartbreaking Admission as NCAA Star Announces Surprise Career Decision

After years of hard-fought triumphs and dedication, Emma Spence, the star gymnast from Nebraska, has officially announced her retirement from elite gymnastics. Known for her impressive career and standout performances, Spence’s journey in the sport comes …

Governor Pillen Declares Emergency, Mobilizes Nebraska National Guard and Issues Statewide Burn Ban Following Fire in ...

LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has authorized the Nebraska National Guard to mobilize 29 soldiers and airmen to assist local volunteer fire departments, which are currently battling the Plum Creek Fire near Johnstown, Nebraska, in Brown County. Nebraska …

‘We need Mother Nature’: Pillen enacts burn ban amid raging fire in north-central Nebraska

LINCOLN — Gov. Jim Pillen enacted an emergency declaration and statewide burn ban Wednesday amid serious drought conditions and a raging wildfire in north-central Nebraska. The “Plum Creek Fire” was 0% contained and had burned 6,631 acres and one cabin (a …