What happens now that a government shutdown is underway

Washington is bracing for what could be a prolonged federal shutdown after lawmakers deadlocked and missed the deadline for funding the government.

October 1, 2025Updated: October 1, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

What happens now that a government shutdown is underway

Regional

UNMC tour emphasizes doctor and nurse shortages in rural Nebraska

UNMC tour emphasizes doctor and nurse shortages in rural Nebraska

Troopers Conduct Local Truck Inspections in Madison County

Troopers Conduct Local Truck Inspections in Madison County

FBI seeks public's help in Isanti Community School abuse investigation

FBI seeks public's help in Isanti Community School abuse investigation

$28.8 million dollar flood mitigation plan approved for Northeast Nebraska communities

$28.8 million dollar flood mitigation plan approved for Northeast Nebraska communities

State

Feds want beloved Kearney businessman to testify in COVID-era loan fraud investigation

‘Every parent’s worst nightmare’: Norfolk man sentenced on federal child porn charges

Potter residents transported to hospital following one-vehicle accident

UNMC tour emphasizes doctor and nurse shortages in rural Nebraska

Lincoln woman accused in death of 4-month-old found competent for trial

Nebraska nurses disciplined for violations at Omaha hospice service

Sports

State Little League tournaments in Kearney sets participation record

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

Kearney hosts Nebraska Lions All-Star Golf Tournament, honoring state's top senior golfers

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities