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16 evacuees from hantavirus ship under 'world-class care' at UNMC; 1 test returns positive

16 evacuees from hantavirus ship under 'world-class care' at UNMC; 1 test returns positive

  • Julie Anderson World-Herald Staff Writer

One passenger who had had two tests for the Andes virus outside the U.S. — one positive and one negative — was taken to the Nebraska Biocontainment Unit.

Nebraska voters see no changes ahead of May primary despite national debate

Nebraska voters see no changes ahead of May primary despite national debate

  • CHRISTOPHER BURBACH Flatwater Free Press

Despite national debates over voting laws, Nebraska’s rules remain unchanged for the May primary.

One Nebraska Republican primary will test GOP voters' confidence in elections

One Nebraska Republican primary will test GOP voters' confidence in elections

  • Josh Reyes World-Herald Staff Writer

The Nebraska secretary of state election features incumbent Bob Evnen and Scott Petersen, who has raised doubts about the state's election security. 

The Nebraska softball homecoming years in the making: How 5 seniors found their way back

The Nebraska softball homecoming years in the making: How 5 seniors found their way back

  • Amie Just Lincoln Journal Star

Playing at Nebraska, soon being recognized during senior ceremonies, wasn’t the original plan. But local standouts Bella Bacon, Jordy Frahm, Kacie Hoffmann and Lauren and Hannah Camenzind are here now.

19 years ago today: The Hallam tornado

19 years ago today: The Hallam tornado

  • Lincoln Journal Star

A tornado swept through Hallam on May 22, 2004, leveling most homes and businesses. Volunteers in surrounding communities including Lincoln came together to help with the cleanup. Do you remember?

No. 6 Nebraska softball takes Big Ten lead with rout of Minnesota, Washington loss

No. 6 Nebraska softball takes Big Ten lead with rout of Minnesota, Washington loss

  • Wilson Moore World-Herald Staff Writer

No. 6 Nebraska took control of its five-inning win at Minnesota with 15 runs in the final two frames.

WATCH: Nebraska high school students race custom, electric go-karts

WATCH: Nebraska high school students race custom, electric go-karts

  • LIVIA ZISKEY Lincoln Journal Star

Teams of high school students from across Nebraska raced their hand-built go-karts around the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's tractor testing track Saturday.

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Nebraska baseball takes series against Iowa in high-scoring battle

Nebraska baseball takes series against Iowa in high-scoring battle

Nebraska softball vs UCLA live updates, score and highlights

Nebraska softball vs UCLA live updates, score and highlights

Social media reacts to Nebraska softball winning the Big Ten

Social media reacts to Nebraska softball winning the Big Ten

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800 students learn importance of protecting groundwater at Nebraska festival

800 students learn importance of protecting groundwater at Nebraska festival

Students rotated through six in-depth learning sessions during the educational event in Grand Island.

Shedding light on a new treatment option at Columbus Dermatology Clinic

Shedding light on a new treatment option at Columbus Dermatology Clinic

Patients with psoriasis and eczema can use Narrowband UVB to help with reducing inflammation. 

York seeks $730K grant to bring family therapy to youths who use drugs

York seeks $730K grant to bring family therapy to youths who use drugs

The focus on families is new. “It’s good to hear that the federal government finally decided to look at the whole family unit,” Commissioner Andy Bowman said. 

Grand Island sees 12% reduction in crime in first four months of the year

Grand Island sees 12% reduction in crime in first four months of the year

In first four months of this year, overall crime incidents dropped from 1,253 in 2025 to 1,102 in 2026.

Police arrest Lincoln man accused of assault with soldering iron, rotary tool

Police arrest Lincoln man accused of assault with soldering iron, rotary tool

A 35-year-old Lincoln man has been arrested on a warrant for allegedly assaulting a woman using a rotary tool and a soldering iron and burning her with a glass pipe. 

Section of O Street to close until the fall as Lincoln's Project O ramps up

Section of O Street to close until the fall as Lincoln's Project O ramps up

Work to revamp Lincoln's main downtown street will take a big step forward next week, and drivers should pay heed.

Severe storms, including hail, could impact eastern Nebraska, western Iowa this weekend

Severe storms, including hail, could impact eastern Nebraska, western Iowa this weekend

The first round of severe weather could develop Friday evening. The severe weather hazards could peak on the days following.

Where to watch Nebraska softball vs South Dakota: Time, TV channel

Where to watch Nebraska softball vs South Dakota: Time, TV channel

The Nebraska softball team will open the 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bowlin Stadium against the South Dakota Coyotes on Friday evening. The Huskers are hosting its first regional in Lincoln since 2013.

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View all of our stories about America's 250th anniversary

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America commemorates its 250th anniversary in 2026. Here's how our community is marking this historic milestone.

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Workers pour concrete at Cody Park Pool Thursday.

Workers pour concrete at Cody Park Pool Thursday.

Denise Powell holds press conference at Memorial Park

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Ravens 2026 schedule: 4 prime-time games, home opener in Week 2

Ravens 2026 schedule: 4 prime-time games, home opener in Week 2

BALTIMORE — The Jesse Minter era will officially begin on the road Sept. 13 against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium, the NFL announced Thursday night. It marks the third straight season the Ravens will begin the season away from home. The Ravens will then play their home opener Sept. 20 at 1 p.m. against the New Orleans Saints. The Orioles are scheduled to host the Milwaukee ...

Seven-run sixth propels Nebraska baseball past Minnesota, helps secure B1G tourney bye

Seven-run sixth propels Nebraska baseball past Minnesota, helps secure B1G tourney bye

Nebraska baseball conjured another comeback. The reward this time is better postseason positioning — both for next week’s Big Ten tournament and an NCAA regional beyond that.

Shatel: Memories, joy flow as USD softball assistant Shannon Pivovar returns to home state

Shatel: Memories, joy flow as USD softball assistant Shannon Pivovar returns to home state

Ten years after she last coached a game in Nebraska softball's Bowlin Stadium, memories and joy flood back for Shannon Pivovar — especially of her dad. 

'Heck of a shot' by Gretna sophomore turns away Pius X's upset bid

'Heck of a shot' by Gretna sophomore turns away Pius X's upset bid

Lincoln Pius X tied the match late before Gretna answered with a stunning 30-yard strike into the top corner.

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Nebraska’s Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources will host three free Discovery Days on East Campus in 2026, featuring tractors, kids’ businesses and Bug Fest.

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Nebraska bar admissions FAQs covering MPRE, exam and motion fees, filing deadlines, laptop use, fingerprinting, refunds and application procedures.

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Guidance for Nebraska bar exam reapplicants, including new application requirements, deadlines, fingerprints, amendments and non-ADA accommodation requests.

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Nebraska Supreme Court bar admission by examination overview, including application process, fingerprints, MPRE, deadlines, fees, and 2027 UBE exam dates.

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🎧 Classrooms feel calmer without devices, yet research shows little academic gain. This conversation explores attention, belonging and why deeper cultural shifts matter more.

Who’s responsible when jobs go unfilled: workers or employers? | The Ethical Life podcast

Who’s responsible when jobs go unfilled: workers or employers? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 The hosts examine hiring struggles, economic forces and how changing expectations around pay, flexibility and purpose are reshaping participation in the labor force.

Why do ethics and morality so often get confused? | The Ethical Life podcast

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🎧 The conversation examines professional standards, personal judgment and why similar actions can lead to very different consequences across careers, institutions and public expectations.

What does the way we treat our pets say about us? | The Ethical Life podcast

What does the way we treat our pets say about us? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 Hosts Richard Kyte and Scott Rada examine modern pet culture, from rising spending to emotional bonds and the ethical tensions between care, control and consistency.

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Taking the kids: A trip down memory lane in Austin, Texas

Taking the kids: A trip down memory lane in Austin, Texas

Sometimes bad weather can turn out to be a good thing. That was the case when unseasonably cold, rainy weather in Austin, Texas, recently made us rethink our plans to visit the huge (three acre) Barton Springs Pool that is fed from underground springs.

Review: It took 17 years but ‘The Help’ author finally has a new book

Review: It took 17 years but ‘The Help’ author finally has a new book

Kathryn Stockett has written a huge book about three 20th century Mississippi women who come together despite their differences. No, I’m not talking about “The Help.” Coming 17 years after that blockbuster, Stockett’s second novel has a lot in common with her first. “The Calamity Club” also is set in her home state, takes place in the past (this time, the 1930s rather than the 1960s) and is ...

This week's bestsellers from Publishers Weekly

This week's bestsellers from Publishers Weekly

Here are the bestsellers for the week that ended Saturday, May 9, compiled from data from independent and chain bookstores, book wholesalers and independent distributors nationwide, powered by Circana BookScan © 2026 Circana. (Reprinted from Publishers Weekly, published by PWxyz LLC. © 2026, PWxyz LLC.) HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "Fury Bound: A Wolves of Ruin Novel" by Sable Sorensen (Requited) Last ...

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Provided content. As Canada’s population ages, a quiet public safety issue is becoming harder to ignore: wandering among people living with dementia.

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Content by Power of Pork. Giving back to our communities, contributing to the health of our communities, helps ensure everyone has the opportunity to receive the nutrition they need.

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Nothing says decadence like this sweet and zesty Honey Orange Glazed Ham

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Content by The Power of Pork. This glazed ham is a showstopping blend of sweet, citrusy and savory flavors, perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner. 

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Content by The Power of Pork. Try this Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder dish for dinner.

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Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

Survey: Many Gift-Buying Parents Pressured to Overspend This Holiday Season

Holiday shopping season is upon us, and the pressure is on, or at least it feels that way for some parents. A new NerdWallet survey, conducted by The Harris Poll, finds that 48% of parents with children under 18 feel pressure to spend more money on holiday gifts than they’re comfortable spending.According to NerdWallet’s annual...

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