Nebraska
Monday, May 12, 2025
Nebraska small businesses navigate Trump tariff uncertainty
Results of a new survey of nearly 900 small business owners across the country show they are concerned about an uncertain economy, including the …
New report stresses EVs for Nebraskans' lung health
A new report from the American Lung Association found air pollution continues to be a problem even as Congress stymies efforts to bolster the electric…
Omaha counters NE 'brain drain' with 'brain gain'
A new report shows housing and transportation are key factors that can keep young professionals from leaving Nebraska for opportunities elsewhere…
Nebraska health care providers grapple with binge drinking
Mental health counselors focused on Nebraska's high rate of binge drinking during Alcohol Awareness Month, which just wrapped up. Alcohol abuse is …
Congress could roll back Nebraska's choice on emissions standards
Congress could vote today on a measure to eliminate Nebraska's ability to set its own auto emission standards, which are among the most stringent in …
Labor groups reject Nebraska minimum wage compromise
Nebraska lawmakers have reached a compromise on a measure to roll back a minimum wage increase but labor group advocates said the deal goes against th…
Nebraska mental health advocates push back on funding cuts
Nebraska lawmakers are considering a bill to ensure managed health care companies cannot limit the state reimbursement rate for mental health service …
Nebraska housing market hobbled by insurance price spikes
Nebraska is among the states with the sharpest increases in housing prices between 2021 and 2024, according to a new report. The hike has been …
Nebraska social justice group pushes back on SNAP changes
The State of Nebraska is asking the U.S. Department of Agriculture to change which items people are allowed to purchase using Supplemental Nutrition …
Minimum wage repeal advances in Nebraska Legislature
The Nebraska Legislature is considering a bill to roll back a 2022 voter approved initiative that would raise the minimum wage in the state. …
Nebraska farm leaders call for 'trade de-escalation'
Nebraska farm leaders are asking the Trump administration and the European Union to deescalate a trade war developing over tariffs. The National …
Nebraska LGBTQ+ group builds community with 'friend raiser'
The organization OutNebraska is holding an event not only to raise money for LGBTQ+ issues but to help people better understand the issues and their i…