As Pell grants expand, students see openings to afford short-term job training

Colleges around the country are seeking approval for a new federal grant program, Workforce Pell, to aid students enrolled for short-term job training

August 31, 2026Updated: August 31, 2026

By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH

Regional

New Norfolk foundation kicks off first project with tree planting at city parks

Sen. Ricketts rolls out Rebuild the American Herd Plan amid reelection campaign

With the U.S. cattle herd at its lowest level in 75 years, U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts is proposing a plan to help rebuild it as he campaigns for reelection.

Humphrey Couple’s Halloween display celebrates Husker Allison Weidner’s comeback

Amanda Schultze to step down as Northeast volleyball coach after 14 seasons

State

Nebraska AG’s Office seeks $19,000 in attorneys’ fees from City of Lincoln after charter fight

As Pell grants expand, students see openings to afford short-term job training

Regional

New Norfolk foundation kicks off first project with tree planting at city parks

Sen. Ricketts rolls out Rebuild the American Herd Plan amid reelection campaign

Humphrey Couple’s Halloween display celebrates Husker Allison Weidner’s comeback

Amanda Schultze to step down as Northeast volleyball coach after 14 seasons

State

Nebraska AG’s Office seeks $19,000 in attorneys’ fees from City of Lincoln after charter fight

Northeast Lincoln fire causes $161K in damage, displaces six people

Colorado man arrested after high-speed pursuit on I-80

17-year-old killed in motorcycle crash in Alliance

Hillary Clinton visits Omaha, campaigns for Democrats

Threads Across Nebraska brings hundreds of quilts to Kearney for annual show

Sports

Huskers working to adjust to late kickoff time, ahead of tilt with Oregon

NCN EXCLUSIVE: 1-on-1 with Connor Essegian

Despite solid second half, Doane can’t do enough damage against Dordt

Third quarter surge lifts Fillmore Central past Wilber-Clatonia in latest rivalry battle

Sidney Shuts Out Kearney Catholic 42-0

Hoosier comeback dooms Husker upset bid

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