Hallstrom bills still on Legislature's agenda

Budget bills advance with 10 days to go

Updated: March 27, 2026

By Dan Swanson

Hallstrom bills still on Legislature's agenda

Regional

Cedar Catholic coach returns to sidelines weeks after brain cancer diagnosis as Trojans chase history

Hartington coach returns to sidelines weeks after brain cancer diagnosis as Trojans chase history

Norfolk veteran reflects on Hometown Heroes banners along Benjamin Avenue

Norfolk veteran reflects on Hometown Heroes banners along Benjamin Avenue

Woodland Park students suited up with free helmets in 2026 Small Towns Matter Award

Woodland Park students suited up with free helmets in 2026 Small Towns Matter Award

Two drivers critically injured in fiery head-on crash in Pierce County

Two drivers critically injured in fiery head-on crash in Pierce County

State

$32 million in additional funding proposed for UNL agriculture research facility

Potter-Dix One Act takes first place at first competition of the season

Is Outlook down? Widespread outage hits Microsoft apps

How Mullen volleyball went from 1 win to state champions

Union Pacific temporarily closes two downtown Columbus railroad crossings

Barbie doll honors Nebraska trailblazer Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte

Sports

Adams Central Flips 2-7 Season Into State Semifinal Run

Previewing the 125th matchup between Doane and Hastings with Hastings head coach Matt Franzen

Youth basketball tips off in Sidney

Huskers roll by Lindenwood to improve to 3-0

Husker Baseball Pledge Kowen Rader, Five Other Patriots Sign Letter of Intent

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Midland Recap, Hastings Preview

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