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

Dan Osborn makes final campaign push through Nebraska

Dan Osborn makes final campaign push through Nebraska

Northeast Nebraska ranchers claim top wagyu steak in America for 2026

Northeast Nebraska ranchers claim top wagyu steak in America for 2026

Stanton County sheriff urges deer safety after crash sends woman to hospital

Stanton County sheriff urges deer safety after crash sends woman to hospital

Newman Grove residents push back against community center proposal

Newman Grove residents push back against community center proposal

State

Police confirm fatal roll-over at Nebraska City

Sidney family brings unique Halloween tradition to community

Author of bestselling Longmire books visits Valentine

Nebraska Country Music Foundation announces 2026 Hall of Fame inductees, new leadership

Dan Osborn makes final campaign push through Nebraska

South Dakota woodworker raises more than $48,000 for Sandhills cancer patients

Sports

Forgy sets record in Wayne State blowout

'Not going to point the finger': Huskers looking to come together after three late losses

Fourth quarter dooms Huskers again, Big Red fall to Huskies 17-10

Blue Jays Sweep Their Way To State

Crofton Crushes Falcons Behind Jackson's 4 TDs

Sidney Rolls Past Central City, Advances to C-1 Quarterfinals

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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