Nebraska Republicans Targeting Voter-Approved Medical Marijuana, Following Other GOP-Led States

LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska officials missed a deadline this week granting licenses to marijuana growers as part of a voter-approved measure that legalized medical marijuana, offering the latest example of pushback in Republican-led states against...

Senator Pete Ricketts comments on rural hospital funding and international violence

Senator Pete Ricketts, a U.S. Senator from Nebraska, recently addressed several national and international issues through posts on his social media account.On October 1, 2025, Ricketts highlighted recent legislative actions regarding healthcare...

Gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand pushes for a new brand of politics during Tama County town hall

State Auditor and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand addressed a crowd of about 60 people gathered at the Reinig Center in Toledo during an hourlong town hall meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 24. PHOTO BY ROBERT MAHARRY Sand, the only Democrat...

Trump uses shutdown to dole out firings and political punishment

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has seized on the government shutdown as an opportunity to reshape the federal workforce and punish detractors, meeting with budget director Russ Vought on Thursday to talk through “temporary or permanent”...

'Rarefied air': Nebraska’s Jorgenson named to USA roster

Representing the United States in swimming is a lifetime achievement. Only the best of the best reach that stage. The Stars and Stripes have long been the dominant force at the international level, and this year, Nebraska’s Gena Jorgenson has...

Nebraska service providers already facing heat from government shutdown

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Nebraska service providers say they are already feeling the impact of the government shutdown, just two days in. Angel Guardians, a nonprofit that serves people with developmental disabilities, says the uncertainty surrounding...

Nebraska Volleyball's Rebekah Allick speaks out on sponsorship challenges in Riley Gaines backed XX-XY athletics new ad

Nebraska Volleyball star Rebekah Allick was one of the many female athletes featured in the latest advertisement of the athletic apparel brand, XX-XY Athletics, where she highlighted sponsorship challenges faced by female athletes. The brand is...

Government shutdown’s effect on Minnesota will depend on how long it lasts

Some federal assistance programs could run out of funding if a government shutdown that started Oct. 1 drags on into next month, Minnesota’s top budget official said on Thursday. State Budget Director Ahna Minge explains the potential effects of a...

Nebraska Republicans are targeting voter-approved medical marijuana, following other...

Nation & World News Nebraska officials have missed a deadline to grant licenses to marijuana growers under a new medical marijuana law approved by voters Lia Post, of Springfield, Neb., leaves a meeting of the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission,...

Nebraska Republicans are targeting voter-approved medical marijuana, following other GOP-led states

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska officials missed a deadline this week granting licenses to marijuana growers as part of a voter-approved measure that legalized medical marijuana, offering the latest example of pushback in Republican-led states...

Rural Nebraskans are paying more attention to economic concerns, poll shows

BELLEVUE, Neb. (KMTV) – The latest survey shows more rural Nebraskans now rate lower prices for consumers as very important, as well as the need to strengthen economic relationships with other countries. A new survey shows rural Nebraskans are...

Central NE Head Start to remain open amid government shutdown concerns

LOUP CITY, Neb. — Central Nebraska Community Action Partnership, Inc. has assured families that the Head Start program will continue to operate despite concerns over a potential government shutdown. "We want you to know that our program will stay...

Dan Osborn calls out U.S. government's Argentina bailout that hurts Nebraska soybean farmers

Combine harvesting soybeans in central Nebraska, (Brian Neben, Central Nebraska Today) OMAHA — Independent U.S. Senate candidate Dan Osborn today criticized the federal government’s decision to provide a $20 billion financial bailout to Argentina,...

Nebraska Hospital Association warns of shutdown’s impact on telehealth services

LINCOLN, Neb. (WOWT) - The Nebraska Hospital Association is echoing national advocates in warning about the lack of telehealth services available during the federal government shutdown. “Important telehealth waivers were not extended past the...

Government shutdown creates uncertainty for farmers ahead of next season

HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - With the government shutdown that stated Wednesday, there’s uncertainty in the air for farmers who rely on federally supplied funds and reports when it comes to planning for next season. For its broadest effect, the...

How your travel plans could be affected by a prolonged government shutdown

If a U.S. government shutdown goes on long enough, it could throw a wrench in travel plans, potentially leading to longer airport wait times, flight delays and even cancellations. The shutdown began Wednesday after President Donald Trump and...

Lawmaker challenges medical cannabis regs he says ‘override’ Nebraska voter intent

LINCOLN — A state lawmaker is formally challenging regulations from the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission that he says “override the clearly expressed will of Nebraska voters.” A Thursday complaint led by State Sen. John Cavanaugh of Omaha, a...

Trump extends his political power with 'big, beautiful' win in Congress

As U.S. President Donald Trump worked to pass his signature spending bill, he blended charm and threats, bestowed gifts and bellowed frustration to bend Congress to his will. In the end, after days of intense behind-the-scenes pressure from the...

Nebraska’s cities are built for cars. These young activists want to change that.

With their target in sight, the guerrillas parked and climbed out of the pickup truck. Moving decisively, the two men lowered the tailgate and hauled the critical cargo across the street, dropping it on a sidewalk in midtown Omaha. Their mission...

Nebraska lawmakers talk impact and solutions amidst shutdown

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) -It’s a familiar scene in Washington: the blame game. Nebraska Republicans, like many of their colleagues, are pointing to Democrats as the cause of the current government shutdown. 10/11 asked some of Nebraska’s elected...