Erin Bamer

Nebraskans describe frustration with state handling of childcare subsidy

Oct 5, 2026

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Nebraskans describe frustration with state handling of childcare subsidy

PLUS: Nine-year dry spell ends Tuesday when state treasurer resumes unclaimed property auction

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Dan Osborn visits Red Cloud following audio leak

Oct 3, 2026

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Dan Osborn visits Red Cloud following audio leak

PLUS: Pillen declares emergency for southeast Nebraska after flooding

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Douglas County Board responds to state auditor criticism, criminal probe still on

Oct 2, 2026

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Douglas County Board responds to state auditor criticism, criminal probe still on

PLUS: Syracuse senator to lead push to repeal Nebraska’s inheritance tax

Erin Bamer

Teens were allegedly abused by state employees. It will be hard to sue the state.

Sep 28, 2026

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Teens were allegedly abused by state employees. It will be hard to sue the state.

PLUS: Columnist George Ayoub unpacks impacts of President Trump's "fake news" allegations against journalists

Erin Bamer

Commission open to sculpture idea for Cameron, Nebraska’s ‘Capitol Cat’

Sep 26, 2026

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Commission open to sculpture idea for Cameron, Nebraska’s ‘Capitol Cat’

PLUS: Czech President Petr Pavel visits Nebraska

Erin Bamer

Nebraska Senate candidates see tough talks, shifts on immigration

Sep 25, 2026

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Nebraska Senate candidates see tough talks, shifts on immigration

PLUS: Nebraska Rep. Mike Flood and Chris Backemeyer spar in 1st District debate

Erin Bamer

In Nebraska employee survey, DED staffers express low confidence in agency leaders

Sep 21, 2026

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In Nebraska employee survey, DED staffers express low confidence in agency leaders

PLUS: Omaha mayor breaks into song, crowd cheers state-aided North Omaha market

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Tom Osborne becomes the first living member of the Nebraska Hall of Fame

Sep 19, 2026

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Tom Osborne becomes the first living member of the Nebraska Hall of Fame

PLUS: Visit Nebraska leader touts tourism impact, Buffalo County growth

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Nebraska Examiner launches 2026 General Election Voter Guide

Sep 18, 2026

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Nebraska Examiner launches 2026 General Election Voter Guide

PLUS: Nebraska continues to see drop in food assistance participants, at growing pace

Erin Bamer

$10M Omaha residential facility for combat-maimed vets to open later this year

Sep 14, 2026

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$10M Omaha residential facility for combat-maimed vets to open later this year

PLUS: Columnist George Ayoub analyzes how petitions interact with Nebraska's election system

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After lawsuit-filled summer, Nebraska's general election ballot is finalized

Sep 12, 2026

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After lawsuit-filled summer, Nebraska's general election ballot is finalized

PLUS: Nebraska Supreme Court tosses medical cannabis federal preemption case

Erin Bamer

States Newsroom editor remembers heroes of Flight 93 on 25th anniversary of 9/11

Sep 11, 2026

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States Newsroom editor remembers heroes of Flight 93 on 25th anniversary of 9/11

PLUS: Nebraska political experts analyze the state of the Ricketts-Osborn Senate race

Erin Bamer

Nebraska awarded over $5M in federal grants meant to speed up transportation projects

Sep 7, 2026

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Nebraska awarded over $5M in federal grants meant to speed up transportation projects

PLUS: Columnist George Ayoub breaks down impacts of 9/11, U.S. Senate debate, and more

Erin Bamer

Nebraska Supreme Court upholds validity of state medical cannabis laws

Sep 5, 2026

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Nebraska Supreme Court upholds validity of state medical cannabis laws

PLUS: Lancaster County judge hears challenge to K-12, collegiate sports ballot measure

Erin Bamer

Pillen calls for changes to Nebraska petition circulator laws

Sep 4, 2026

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Pillen calls for changes to Nebraska petition circulator laws

PLUS: NU president pushes for more state aid, despite budget woes

Erin Bamer

District judge won’t force Nebraska Democrats to replace Senate candidate

Aug 27, 2026

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District judge won’t force Nebraska Democrats to replace Senate candidate

PLUS: AG Hilgers speaks on ongoing petition fraud investigations

Erin Bamer

Cameron the Capitol Cat statue pitched, to be placed outside Nebraska State Capitol

Aug 26, 2026

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Cameron the Capitol Cat statue pitched, to be placed outside Nebraska State Capitol

PLUS: Nebraska AG says Lincoln must put charter amendments on the ballot if signature goals are met

Erin Bamer

Single-subject complaint filed against ‘Respect Nebraska Voters’ ballot measure

Aug 25, 2026

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Single-subject complaint filed against ‘Respect Nebraska Voters’ ballot measure

PLUS: State auditor raises alarm about ‘highly questionable billing’ in program for aged and disabled

Erin Bamer

Petition fraud investigation expands to all 2026 Nebraska-wide ballot measures

Aug 20, 2026

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Petition fraud investigation expands to all 2026 Nebraska-wide ballot measures

PLUS: Judge allows both new Nebraska political parties on fall ballot

Erin Bamer

Nebraska AG sues City of Omaha over minimum wage ordinance

Aug 19, 2026

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Nebraska AG sues City of Omaha over minimum wage ordinance

PLUS: Hospital executive resigns as state auditor alleges misuse of public funds

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One year after Pillen announced McCook ICE jail, protests continue

Aug 18, 2026

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One year after Pillen announced McCook ICE jail, protests continue

PLUS: Ex-NU Regent given 1-year sentence for felony DUI; Hilgers gets involved in case to force Dems to replace former Senate candidate

Erin Bamer

Lincoln petition fraud investigation becomes political

Aug 17, 2026

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Lincoln petition fraud investigation becomes political

PLUS: Debate questions no one asked for; States move to fortify elections against Trump

Erin Bamer

Lindstrom fails to qualify for ballot in nonpartisan bid for Nebraska governor

Aug 15, 2026

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Lindstrom fails to qualify for ballot in nonpartisan bid for Nebraska governor

PLUS: Former state Sen. Dan McKeon's case dismissed; July tax receipts come in near forecasts

Erin Bamer

NU officials ask for $166M increase in state aid in 2027-29 budget

Aug 14, 2026

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NU officials ask for $166M increase in state aid in 2027-29 budget

PLUS: Nebraska community colleges to see delayed impact of 5% spending cut

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Breaking down petition signatures for two new Nebraska political parties

Aug 13, 2026

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Breaking down petition signatures for two new Nebraska political parties

PLUS: Judge hears arguments in court cases challenging new parties

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