Nebraska launches 'beef passport' program for meat eating
Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts ramped up his crusade for the meat industry on Wednesday by endorsing a new “beef passport” program to promote meat eating, a few weeks after he blasted Colorado's governor for a resolution encouraging its residents to eat less.
Nebraska reports 1st COVID-19 death of a fully vaccinated person
State health officials said the patient was an 80-year-old woman with underlying conditions.
Hundreds brawl in Nebraska field over the name Josh
A fight over the name of Josh drew a crowd from around the country to a Nebraska park Saturday for a heated pool noodle brawl.
Neb. officer shot in the face and head during struggle with alleged mall shoplifter
The 21-year-old suspect, who was detained after allegedly stealing a package of T-shirts from JCPenney, is in custody and will be charged with attempted murder, police said.
Zoo successfully rehabilitates snow leopard cubs that couldn't walk
"It's so amazing what zoos can accomplish for animals when they are willing to work together."
Nebraska ex-bar employee seeks donations after firing over video of maskless Gov. Ricketts: reports
A Nebraska woman was fired this week after posting video that showed Gov. Pete Ricketts maskless amid the coronavirus pandemic, celebrating on Election Night at the bar where the woman worked.
Nebraska, Maine could play pivotal role in presidential election
Nebraska and Maine aren’t exactly swing states in the race to pick the next president, but each one has something to offer next month that could give them a huge amount of sway: a single electoral vote.
Nebraska to end nearly all social distancing restrictions amid upward trend in new COVID-19 cases
The new rules will still limit the size of indoor gatherings in Nebraska, but will drop all other state-imposed mandates in favor of voluntary guidelines.
Buffalo Wild Wings, Wingstop respond to Nebraska man's viral plea to denounce term 'boneless wings'
Ander Christensen, who shot to viral fame earlier this week after pleading with his local city council to denounce the term “boneless wings,” has already earned praise from like-minded Americans for his valiant efforts.
‘Living a lie’: Man calls for ‘boneless chicken wings’ to be renamed during city council meeting
A Nebraska man passionately advocated for “boneless chicken wings” to be given a new name during a Lincoln City Council meeting.
Nebraska couple celebrates 60 years of marriage with photo shoot in wedding outfits
Marvin and Lucille Stone got married in Sterling in 1960, and have lived happily ever after ever since.
Troopers find tank abandoned along Nebraska interstate
Sometimes on those long car rides, you'll see vehicles abandoned on the side of the road. But what about a tank? That’s what greeted drivers along Interstate 80 near Overton, Nebraska yesterday.
Long-lost sisters reunite after more than 50 years — all because of COVID-19 and a broken arm
When Bev Boro saw Doris Crippen’s name on a patient care board, she immediately recognized the name.
Nebraska restaurant server receives 5-cent tip from customer who wrote ‘get rid of masks’ on receipt
Ali Siverhus posted a photo of a signed receipt she received from a customer she waited on who gave her a 5-cent tip and a note that read “get rid of masks, tips will be bigger.”
Nebraska officer seen fixing fallen US flag at auto-repair shop: 'The respect it deserves'
A Nebraska cop was caught on video attempting to rehang a fallen American flag outside of an auto repair shop on Sunday, according to a report.
Nebraska holds 1st in-person election in weeks amid pandemic
Polling places in the Omaha area appeared largely quiet, in part because there was such a huge number of absentee ballots mailed into election offices.
Man quarantined on cruise ship in February 'can't seem to get rid of the coronavirus'
Carl Goldman has been in coronavirus quarantine since Feb. 17.
2 planes carrying American coronavirus evacuees held in California, Canada over ‘persons of interest’: sources
The passengers are showing symptoms of coronavirus, which include fever, shortness of breath and a cough, two U.S. officials told FOX News.
Teacher breaks down in tears after students pitch in to replace his stolen shoes
These middle school students used their own money to replace a pair of stolen sneakers for their favorite teacher.
‘Babies are our business’: 19 NICU staff members at Nebraska hospital give birth to 19 babies in 2019
The staff at a Nebraska NICU experienced a baby boom in 2019, welcoming 19 babies throughout the year.