DHHS won’t seek to cap Medicaid waiver caregiver hours for Nebraskans with disabilities, elderly

Latest version of Medicaid waiver changes heads to second public comment period ending March 4

January 28, 2026Updated: January 28, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

DHHS won’t seek to cap Medicaid waiver caregiver hours for Nebraskans with disabilities, elderly

Regional

Norfolk Oktoberfest returns Sept. 18-19 for 14th year

Norfolk Oktoberfest returns Sept. 18-19 for 14th year

Norfolk Area Childcare Collaborative nears opening date after raising $1.3 million

Norfolk Area Childcare Collaborative nears opening date after raising $1.3 million

Downtown Norfolk begins installation of grant-funded festoon street lighting

Downtown Norfolk begins installation of grant-funded festoon street lighting

North Central District Health Department launches healthy concession stand grants for area schools

North Central District Health Department launches healthy concession stand grants for area schools

State

Norfolk Oktoberfest returns Sept. 18-19 for 14th year

Norfolk Area Childcare Collaborative nears opening date after raising $1.3 million

Norfolk man arrested on strangulation, domestic assault charges

The Foundry brings Trailblazers workforce event to Kearney

Nebraska State Patrol captain graduates from FBI National Academy

Several Nebraska health departments warn about rabid bats amid CDC alert

Sports

Holgorsen challenging Nyziah Hunter in practice

Big Red Roll: Reviewing the Bowling Green Rout & Previewing Week 3 Nebraska Football NOW

Shorthanded at middle blocker, top-ranked Huskers sweep Jays in I-80 rivalry

CBS College Basketball Analyst Jon Rothsten delivers on happy hour promise

Lady Raiders Sweep Home Triangular

Bluejays Bury Bravettes in a Sweep

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

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