Challenges to New Parties Heard
Ruling likely to come next week in two cases challenging validity of new political parties
In back-to-back hearings on Wednesday, a Lincoln judge heard more than an hour of arguments in two cases that could decide which candidates end up on the November ballot.
Molly Ashford , Nebraska Public Media
Judge hears arguments in cases challenging two new Nebraska parties • Nebraska Examiner
Attorneys in court got into the weeds of a law meant to stop candidates or parties from deliberately confusing voters.
Juan Salinas II
Breaking down petition signatures for Nebraska Working People Party, America First Party • Nebraska Examiner
As potential new parties navigate dueling lawsuits, new data indicates where supporters gathered signatures in pursuit of the ballot.
Zach Wendling
Regents to Vote on NU Budget Increase
NU considering degree eliminations, including ethnic studies and medical specialties, at campuses
The board’s agenda posted online shows the Regents will look at chopping two bachelor’s degree programs at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, two post-baccalaureate certificates at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, two master’s degree programs at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, and two master’s degree programs and a graduate certificate program at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
Jackie Ourada , Managing editor Nebraska Public Media
NU Regents will consider $166M increase in state tax dollars in proposed 2027-29 budget request • Nebraska Examiner
The proposed operating budget request for the 2027-29 budget cycle would increase taxpayer dollars to NU by $91 million.
Zach Wendling
Bacon Opposes Reconciliation
Bacon opposes reconciliation over troop deployments
Rep. Don Bacon is threatening to hold up tens of billions of dollars in military funding until the Pentagon outlines its plans for sending a U.S. Army brigade to Poland.
Briana Reilly
Treasurer on Statewide Tour
Nebraska Treasurer Joey Spellerberg tours state, discusses deficit, homebuying and more
Nebraska State Treasurer Joey Spellerberg is taking his message on the road, meeting with communities across the state to share updates from his office on issue
Emma Leek
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National Border Patrol Council endorses Pete Ricketts in Nebraska Senate race - River Country News Channel Nebraska
Union president says it is the first time the organization has endorsed a U.S. Senate candidate in Nebraska
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Judge dismisses lawsuit from RNC challenging Nebraska voter law - Central News Channel Nebraska
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Grand Island City Council unanimously approves key parts of Good Life District contract negotiations
The Grand Island City Council voted 7-0 to move the Good Life District forward, accepting key contract sections and setting a new deadline for the developer.
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