A bill that would allow armed teachers in Nebraska schools prompts emotional testimony

A bill that would allow teachers and other staff in schools to be armed in the hopes of deterring school shootings drew dozens of people and some emotional testimony to the Nebraska Legislature’s Education Committee on Tuesday.

February 7, 2024Updated: February 7, 2024

By News Channel Nebraska

A bill that would allow armed teachers in Nebraska schools prompts emotional testimony

Regional

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A bill that would allow armed teachers in Nebraska schools prompts emotional testimony

Regional

Northeast Nebraska Walk to End Alzheimer’s moving to Johnson Park

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

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Downtown Norfolk begins installation of grant-funded festoon street lighting

State

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Ag & Outdoor

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