Beatrice Man Convicted of Killing Partner, Holding Kids Hostage
Authorities say Christopher Milke shot and killed his partner of 20 years, Tammy Leslie, before holding their children captive.
Nebraska Governor Slams Lincoln Public Schools' LGBTQ+ Advocate Job Posting
Nebraska Coach Fred Hoiberg Urges Team to Move Past Tough Loss to Purdue
Crime
Firefighters respond to porch fire at northeast Lincoln home
LFR crews were sent to a house fire early Thursday morning

Four More Arrested in Stromsburg Couple Homicide
Authorities continue investigation into tragic killings
Four More Charged in Homicide Case of Pregnant Woman and Her Husband
Lincoln police arrest four additional suspects on accessory to murder charges in disappearance of Hannah Neville and Roberto Tanner.
Lifestyle
Lincoln Awarded Over $1.5 Million in Grants to Fight Litter and Waste
The funding will support recycling programs, hazardous waste management, and community cleanup efforts in the city.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln's 'Glow Big Red' Returns for Eighth Year
Annual 24-hour giving campaign aims to raise funds for scholarships, programs, and more.
Nebraska Lawmakers Advance Bill to Limit Food Dyes in School Lunches
Legislation aims to restrict artificial colorings in student meals across the state.
Weather
Mild, Dry Weather Continues Across Nebraska
Temperatures expected to climb through the week with little chance of rain

Record Warmth Likely Today Across Nebraska
Several locations forecast to set new high temperature records this afternoon.
Unseasonably Warm Weather Hits Nebraska
Highs in the 60s and 70s expected over the next couple of days
Politics
Nebraska Schools Warn of New Turnout Threshold for Bond Issues
Proposed law could allow nonvoters to decide school bond measures

Nebraska Capitol to Implement New Security Measures, Weapons Ban
Lawmakers advance bill to restrict firearms and other items in the state Capitol building starting in 2027
Nebraska Lawmakers Debate Recall Amendment
State Senator Loren Lippincott speaks on proposed measure to allow recall of top officials
Health
Nebraska Lags in Certified Nurse-Midwife Regulation
State remains an outlier with restrictive laws on CNM practice

Measles Detected Again in Lincoln Wastewater
No new cases reported, but health officials continue to monitor for potential spread.
Nebraska Confirms First Measles Case in Over 30 Years
Health officials urge residents who visited certain locations to assess their risk