Fremont changes hiring policy after homeschool diploma dispute

Vote clears path for homeschooled applicant rejected by fire department

September 30, 2026Updated: September 30, 2026

By WOWT 6 News

Fremont changes hiring policy after homeschool diploma dispute

A change after an application was denied months ago. WOWT

Regional

Archdiocese of Omaha names Norfolk Catholic pilot school for K-12 CTE initiative

Archdiocese of Omaha names Norfolk Catholic pilot school for K-12 CTE initiative

Malfunctioning air conditioner sparks Columbus apartment fire

Malfunctioning air conditioner sparks Columbus apartment fire

Northeast Nebraska Motorsports Hall of Fame announces 2026 induction class

Northeast Nebraska Motorsports Hall of Fame announces 2026 induction class

Two former Republican state senators endorse Lynne Walz for governor

Two former Republican state senators endorse Lynne Walz for governor

State

‘I wanted it to be memorable’: The story behind the UNK Color Song

Hungarian delegation visits windmill factory museum

City of Beatrice evacuating campground

Milling Operations to Begin on Omaha Avenue Thursday

Fremont changes hiring policy after homeschool diploma dispute

Shooting reported at Omaha’s Burke High School, one injured

Sports

Lady Raiders Top Scottsbluff in Four Sets

LCC Rallies Past Pierce In 5-Set Volleyball Thriller

Nebraska not overlooking Terps, despite rough last two games

Battle Creek honors legendary coach Bob Schnitzler with special event

Andi Jackson named Big Ten Player of the Week

Williams Nwaneri making big impact on Husker defense

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