Legislature resumes pandemic-interrupted session with YRTC talk

After weeks of daily Black Lives Matter protests in Omaha, Lincoln, and throughout the state, activists are continuing their work in a less visible way. Young Black Nebraskans are pushing the momentum forward to continue the fight against racism in the Midwest.

Ricketts, Blomstedt discuss school reopening plans

Senators to resume session facing old and new issues

A new report from the state Department of Health and Human Services shows the Test Nebraska initiative continues to fall short of COVID-19 testing goals. The contract with private, out-of-state companies aimed to significantly increase testing capacity.

State finishes fiscal year with receipts above projections

A dream to return a nearly 100-year-old building in the Benson area of Omaha to its former glory is closer to reality. Work has started on the renovation of the historic Benson Theatre, a building that has had many lives over the years, but will soon fill a local need.

The Lincoln Community Playhouse is holding drive-in "Parking Lot Plays," TADA Productions will host a one-night outdoor cabaret, and Angels Theatre Company plans to use masks and social distancing for an indoor theatre festival.

The coronavirus pandemic has not only forced the temporary shutdowns of businesses and the loss of jobs of many Nebraskans, it has also caused the permanent shutdowns of some businesses unable to financially make it through the lockdown. One business has found itself pandemic-proof, not only survivi...

Former Gov. Heineman disputes Republican Party finance report