No Autopsy, No Answer: Nebraska, standing alone with ‘antiquated’ system, leaves lingering questions

Nebraska is the only state where lawyers automatically serve as coroners. Under the system, 87% of unattended deaths aren’t autopsied. Some families are left wondering.

January 31, 2025Updated: January 31, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

No Autopsy, No Answer: Nebraska, standing alone with ‘antiquated’ system, leaves lingering questions

Regional

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State

No Autopsy, No Answer: Nebraska, standing alone with ‘antiquated’ system, leaves lingering questions

Regional

Pushing the limit, why a Northeast Nebraska hauler is wary of 25% heavier harvest loads

Albion Black Hills Energy employee receives company’s highest honor

Wayne State launches men’s and women’s bowling programs

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State

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Ag & Outdoor

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