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As of Thursday, HHS had reported 286 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis in Nebraska, with 189 tied to a national outbreak linked to tainted iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de México,
Nebraska cyclospora cases near 300, but HHS say outbreak appears to be on decline
As of Thursday, HHS had reported 286 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis in Nebraska, with 189 tied to a national outbreak linked to tainted iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de México,
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As the Big Red Rebuild has moved from conception into construction, an X-factor has helped the principals coalesce around the project far more than the expertise they bring.
'Just Huskers designing a stadium' — Nebraskans, UNL alum at heart of Memorial Stadium rebuild
As the Big Red Rebuild has moved from conception into construction, an X-factor has helped the principals coalesce around the project far more than the expertise they bring.
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Two paid staffers of Dan Osborn’s campaign joined an effort to dissolve a rival political party last year, documents show.
Dan Osborn staffers infiltrated small Nebraska political party and tried to dissolve it
Two paid staffers of Dan Osborn’s campaign joined an effort to dissolve a rival political party last year, documents show.
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A 33-year-old motorcyclist died Friday after a crash in west Lincoln, police said.
33-year-old motorcyclist killed in Lincoln crash
A 33-year-old motorcyclist died Friday after a crash in west Lincoln, police said.
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Calliope and broad-tailed hummingbirds have appeared at a new garden in southeast Lincoln planted just for them.
'Pull up a chair': Birders flock to see rare hummingbirds in Lincoln garden
Calliope and broad-tailed hummingbirds have appeared at a new garden in southeast Lincoln planted just for them.
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Virginia Adriano didn't fully grasp what it meant to play volleyball games at AT&T Stadium, Las Vegas and Wrigley Field. Now she is excited for the experiences.
Virginia Adriano 'lucky' to experience Cowboys' stadium, Las Vegas, Wrigley Field
Virginia Adriano didn't fully grasp what it meant to play volleyball games at AT&T Stadium, Las Vegas and Wrigley Field. Now she is excited for the experiences.
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Sunday will mark the 20th anniversary of the American Legion Legacy Run.
Hundreds of motorcyclists to embark on 1,000-mile fundraiser ride from Lincoln
Sunday will mark the 20th anniversary of the American Legion Legacy Run.
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The judge said the policy, suspending the issuance of immigrant visas to applicants from 75 countries, exceeded Secretary of State Rubio's authority.
US judge strikes down policy suspending visa processing
The judge said the policy, suspending the issuance of immigrant visas to applicants from 75 countries, exceeded Secretary of State Rubio's authority.
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The NU Foundation reported $532.8 million in philanthropic support from 58,433 individual donors for the 2025-26 fiscal year that ended June 30.
NU Foundation shatters fundraising record, surpasses $500M
The NU Foundation reported $532.8 million in philanthropic support from 58,433 individual donors for the 2025-26 fiscal year that ended June 30.
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Das Haus, near 17th and O streets, will reopen next Thursday.
LGBTQ+ bar in downtown Lincoln to reopen after 2-month hiatus
Das Haus, near 17th and O streets, will reopen next Thursday.
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The Nebraska Secretary of State's office announced Friday two petitions to legalize online sports betting in the state have met the signature thresholds required to appear on the November ballot.
Two petitions to legalize online sports betting make ballot in Nebraska
The Nebraska Secretary of State's office announced Friday two petitions to legalize online sports betting in the state have met the signature thresholds required to appear on the November ballot.
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Nebraska's all-Republican federal delegation slammed President Trump's decision to exempt 300,000 metric tons of imported ground beef from tariffs for three months in an effort to lower prices.
Nebraska GOP lawmakers rip Trump decision to allow tariff-free foreign beef
Nebraska's all-Republican federal delegation slammed President Trump's decision to exempt 300,000 metric tons of imported ground beef from tariffs for three months in an effort to lower prices.
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The move gives justices additional time to consider the administration's formal request to let it continue working on the $400 million project.
Supreme Court lets White House ballroom work continue
The move gives justices additional time to consider the administration's formal request to let it continue working on the $400 million project.
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As the Trump administration works to eliminate regulations for Head Start programs across the country, some Lincoln advocates worry that the move will harm the city's poorest children and families.
6 controversial Head Start proposals that would affect Lincoln families
As the Trump administration works to eliminate regulations for Head Start programs across the country, some Lincoln advocates worry that the move will harm the city's poorest children and families.
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The Journal Star is asking readers to share memories of the morning of Sept. 11, 2001.
This September marks 25th anniversary of 9/11. Share your memories with the Journal Star
The Journal Star is asking readers to share memories of the morning of Sept. 11, 2001.
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“That’s the front porch of your entire community.” Across eight classes and every corner of Nebraska, high school football season is ready to begin.
Mullin: High school football brings Nebraska together with charm, tradition
“That’s the front porch of your entire community.” Across eight classes and every corner of Nebraska, high school football season is ready to begin.
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The U.S. Board on Geographic Names, which is responsible for designating the names of geographic features, approved an application to name the stream for the naturalist.
Childhood escape for renowned Lincoln naturalist now bears his name
The U.S. Board on Geographic Names, which is responsible for designating the names of geographic features, approved an application to name the stream for the naturalist.
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Sen. Jana Hughes of Seward said the idea for the monument came after Cameron and his caretaker moved away.
A statue for Cameron the Capitol Cat? This state senator wants one
Sen. Jana Hughes of Seward said the idea for the monument came after Cameron and his caretaker moved away.
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U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. toured the National Biocontainment Unit on the University of Nebraska Medical Center campus in Omaha on Thursday.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. visits UNMC quarantine unit on Thursday
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. toured the National Biocontainment Unit on the University of Nebraska Medical Center campus in Omaha on Thursday.
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Hallam’s planning commission approved a motion to delay a vote for recommendation on a proposed data center by Crusoe, which would help generate revenue for Monolith’s proposed carbon black expansion.
Hallam planning commission delays vote on Monolith's proposed data center
Hallam’s planning commission approved a motion to delay a vote for recommendation on a proposed data center by Crusoe, which would help generate revenue for Monolith’s proposed carbon black expansion.
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Here’s how each Carpet Land player contributed to the Rugs’ historic American Legion World Series run.
Meet the champs: Carpet Land players deliver World Series title
Here’s how each Carpet Land player contributed to the Rugs’ historic American Legion World Series run.
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The Disability Alliance of Nebraska said while a contractor reviews the interRAI assessment tool used to determine disabled Nebraskans' level of need, anyone whose funding was reduced should receive their
Nebraska families say new disability assessments don’t match their loved ones’ needs
The Disability Alliance of Nebraska said while a contractor reviews the interRAI assessment tool used to determine disabled Nebraskans' level of need, anyone whose funding was reduced should receive their
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Jessica Flanagain, the political consigliere of Sen. Pete Ricketts, said she did not help former Republican-turned-nonpartisan Brett Lindstrom gather signatures for his gubernatorial bid.
Top Nebraska GOP consultant calls for ‘red wall’ amid party infighting
Jessica Flanagain, the political consigliere of Sen. Pete Ricketts, said she did not help former Republican-turned-nonpartisan Brett Lindstrom gather signatures for his gubernatorial bid.
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Lincoln business leaders discussed AI use at a panel hosted by the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday.
For Lincoln companies like Hudl, AI has been 'transformational'
Lincoln business leaders discussed AI use at a panel hosted by the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday.
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LINCOLN — Two new political parties hoping to become official in Nebraska each received favorable rulings from a Lancaster County District Court Judge on Wednesday.
Judge rules against Republicans, Democrats in attempts to stop two new parties
LINCOLN — Two new political parties hoping to become official in Nebraska each received favorable rulings from a Lancaster County District Court Judge on Wednesday.
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Project funding includes low-income housing tax credits from the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority, private investment and $850,000 in tax-increment financing that the City Council is set to formally approve Monday.
Former VA hospital to become affordable senior housing; renovation begins soon
Project funding includes low-income housing tax credits from the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority, private investment and $850,000 in tax-increment financing that the City Council is set to formally approve Monday.
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Good Government Lincoln turned in more than 27,000 additional signatures Wednesday as its three charter amendments face a tight timeline to reach the November ballot.
Good Government Lincoln submits 27,000 more signatures after alleged fraud
Good Government Lincoln turned in more than 27,000 additional signatures Wednesday as its three charter amendments face a tight timeline to reach the November ballot.
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Who begins the season on top? Our Nebraska high school softball preseason rankings feature familiar contenders, notable newcomers and more.
Who starts at No. 1? Nebraska’s preseason softball rankings for all classes
Who begins the season on top? Our Nebraska high school softball preseason rankings feature familiar contenders, notable newcomers and more.
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Shortly after 2:50 p.m., first responders were sent to assist with two vehicles that were trapped in water under an overpass near North 48th Street and Cornhusker Highway.
Lincoln Fire and Rescue responds to trapped vehicles after storm drops heavy rain
Shortly after 2:50 p.m., first responders were sent to assist with two vehicles that were trapped in water under an overpass near North 48th Street and Cornhusker Highway.
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It drew fresh warnings that a fiscal crisis is brewing as costs for social safety-net programs and interest payments outstrip revenues.
US debt crosses $40 trillion threshold, doubled under Trump, Biden
It drew fresh warnings that a fiscal crisis is brewing as costs for social safety-net programs and interest payments outstrip revenues.
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