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Rankings Nebraska's final four opponents of the season
Nebraska dropped its third straight game of the season. Now, the Huskers enter November at 5-3 and are in for a rough stretch.
Husker football scouting report: Illinois
The Illinois Fighting Illini will welcome a Nebraska football team hoping to put their fourth-quarter woes behind them in a Friday night showdown in Champaign.
Nebraska voters reject mobile sports betting initiatives
Nebraska voters rejected two initiatives that would have legalized mobile sports betting in the state. The result was a win for Gambling With the Good Life, the anti-gambling nonprofit founded by Pat Loontjer.
Congress gave Nebraska millions for rural healthcare. Most isn’t getting to rural hospitals.
Much of the $218 million Nebraska has received to soften the blow of looming Medicaid cuts has gone to big cities and out-of-state contractors. DHHS leaders argue more money will make its way to rural areas.
Trans sports bans get voter approval in 4 states
Voters in four states — Arizona, Colorado, Nebraska and Washington — are on track to pass or have passed measures to restrict transgender athletes’ participation in sports, a key policy focus of the Trump administration.
Election 2026: Nebraska voters reject ballot measures to legalize online sports betting
Nebraska voters have rejected a pair of ballot initiatives that sought to legalize and regulate online sports betting.
Nebraska voters appear to say 'no' to legalizing online sports betting
Though margins were still slim late Tuesday night, Nebraska voters were on track to reject a pair of ballot measures looking to legalize and regulate online sports betting, according to unofficial results. Initiative Measures 440 and 441 would together amend the Nebraska Constitution and state law, respectively, to legalize and regulate online sports wagers. Initiative […]
Nebraska football’s special teams search for consistency as kicking woes persist
A major talking point with Nebraska football is a lack of consistency on special teams. These failures have led to Matt Rhule replacing Kyle Cunanan with Matt Hohl for all field goals and points after touchdowns.
Nebraska men’s golf fall season recap
Sports writer Connor Krumme describes the many highs and lows that have occurred throughout the Huskers’ latest golf season.
Nebraska on track to add gender-based school sports requirements to state Constitution
Voters appeared to agree to cement sex-separate school sports requirements into the Nebraska Constitution with the approval of the Fairness for Girls ballot measure.
Here are the results from the sports wagering ballot measures
Two ballot measures are seeking a constitutional amendment to legalize online sports betting in the state and to create the regulatory framework to tax the wagers.
Democrat Denise Powell wins election to U.S. House in Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District
Powell flipped a district that Democrats have been targeting for several election cycles.
What’s at stake as Nebraska voters decide whether to legalize online sports betting in the midterms
Sports betting in Nebraska can support its property tax fund—or leave Nebraskans with empty wallets.
Nebraska Initiative 442 Election Results 2026: Trans Athletes’ Participation in School Sports
Get live results and maps from the 2026 Nebraska general election.
Live Results: Nebraska Senate midterm election
Republicans in the ruby-red state of Nebraska have found themselves on the back foot this midterm season as their opponents have made surprising gains in key races.
Matt Rhule reveals Nebraska fan verbally attacked his daughter
The Nebraska Cornhuskers lost their third straight game, falling 17-10 to Washington on Saturday, and head coach Matt Rhule dedicated his Monday press conference to defending his program. Rhule spoke uninterrupted for 19 minutes before opening his presser to questions. In that time, he analyzed what went wrong against Washington, credited individual coaches and players,…
Here’s how the leader of an Omaha crime ring 100 years ago helped shape modern Nebraska politics
Tom Dennison helped inspire a law that still impacts how Nebraska elections are managed to this day. But few Nebraskans remember him.
Nebraska Governor Midterm Election 2026: Live Results
Follow 2026 Nebraska governor election results as voters decide which candidate will take over next term.
Nebraska learns kickoff time for game at Rutgers
The Big Ten Conference has announced the start time for Nebraska's football game against Rutgers later this month.
Week 10 Nebraska volleyball grades
Sports reporter Danny Berg grades the positional and overall performance of Husker volleyball in their wins against Michigan and Michigan State in Week 10. Strong performances from Andi Jackson and Manaia Ogbechie secured the wins despite first-set troubles.
CHI Health offering personalized ‘Tree of Love’ ornaments to benefit central Nebraska hospital foundations
Community members in Kearney and Grand Island can honor loved ones while giving back to local healthcare initiatives this holiday season through CHI Health’s annual Tree of Love.
CHI Health offering personalized ‘Tree of Love’ ornaments to benefit central Nebraska hospital foundations
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CHI Health offering personalized ‘Tree of Love’ ornaments to benefit central Nebraska hospital foundations
Local4 News at 5
CHI Health offering personalized ‘Tree of Love’ ornaments to benefit central Nebraska hospital foundations
Local4 News at 5
Grading the Game: Nebraska
Last week I wrote that Nebraska would be a much stiffer test than Iowa, and that an offensive collapse in Lincoln could put bowl eligibility out of reach again. For 56 minutes, that’s exactly what it looked like. Then Washington scored 14 points in the dying moments and won 17-10, improving to 5-3 overall. Nebraska […]
Takeaways from Nebraska women’s basketball’s win over San Jose State
Nebraska women’s basketball entered its season-opener at Pinnacle Bank Arena on Monday afternoon with high expectations. The Huskers are receiving 47 votes in the AP Top-25 poll, which put them
Heather Bergan-Roller brings passion for science to NIU
After attending North Dakota State University to complete her bachelor’s and doctorate, and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for her postdoctorate, she came to NIU to pursue her passion for teaching biology. Heather Bergan-Roller is an associate professor in the department of biological sciences, who has been at NIU since 2017. In her undergraduate years, Bergan-Roller...
How to watch no. 25 BYU Basketball vs. Ohio State
Cougar Fans, it’s time! BYU Basketball is upon us. They’ll open play against the Ohio State Buckeyes on Monday night at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. BYU won both of its exhibition games, first against Nebraska, then on Oct. 24 against UNLV, with the final score being 89-77. Last year, BYU had a […]
Around the Big Ten: Lincoln Riley gets his big win
Around the Big Ten recaps Indiana and Minnesota’s back and forth thriller, USC’s big home upset, Iowa’s domination over Wisconsin and the rest of the Big Ten football slate from Week 9.
OPINION: Polls don't predict the future; stop acting like they can
Opinion writer Jackson Hatcher explains why he thinks political coverage is too focused on data and polling. He says this type of coverage looks for certainty that can only be found after all of the votes have been counted.
Report Card: Washington Huskies 17, Huskers 10
I thought about opening with a swarmy play on the lyrics to “The Sound of Silence” but it’s clear that Nebraska fans are fed up with the latest collapse by the Husker football program. It’s anger. It’s fed up. It’s fatigue with a football program that seems to actively seek out the banana peel each […]
Washington 17 Nebraska 10 – Someone Needs to Be Fired
I’m writing this from my sister’s bathroom in Lincoln. It’s a much nicer bathroom than mine. It’s also the only quiet place I could find after Nebraska vs Washington, a 17-10 loss that was bad enough that somebody should lose their job over it. The rest of the day was good. I saw old friends […]
Washington, Demond Williams ruin Nebraska's 'blackout' game in unreal fashion
The Washington Huskies needed a Big Ten win. They got it in an unlikely way, against a surprisingly regressing Nebraska Cornhuskers team.
Report card: Nebraska football suffers heartbreak against Washington
Despite holding a 7-3 lead with under two minutes remaining, Nebraska football (5-3, 2-3) suffered another heartbreaking loss in October, falling to Washington (5-3, 2-3) 17-10 in Memorial Stadium on Saturday night.
Washington scores late, rallies past Nebraska
Demond Williams Jr.came off the bench in the fourth quarter and threw a 25-yard touchdown pass to Chris Lawson with 1:30 remaining as Washington rallied to beat Nebraska 17-10 in a Big Ten Conference game Saturday night in Lincoln, Neb.
Takeaways from Nebraska football’s loss to Washington
Same story, different day.
How to watch Nebraska football vs. Washington: Time, TV channel
It's Nebraska vs. Washington in Big Ten football action. Here's how to watch, including time, channel, TV schedule and streaming info.
Great Plains Health leader recognized at Nebraska Hospital Association convention
Owens was honored Oct. 21 during the Nebraska Hospital Association’s annual convention and awards luncheon in La Vista, according to a news release from Great Plains Health.
Great Plains Health leader recognized at Nebraska Hospital Association convention
Owens was honored Oct. 21 during the Nebraska Hospital Association’s annual convention and awards luncheon in La Vista, according to a news release from Great Plains Health.
Great Plains Health leader recognized at Nebraska Hospital Association convention
Owens was honored Oct. 21 during the Nebraska Hospital Association’s annual convention and awards luncheon in La Vista, according to a news release from Great Plains Health.
Nebraska soccer drops final match to No. 18 Purdue
Nebraska soccer’s 2026 season ended in heartbreak. The Huskers fell 2-1 to No. 18 Purdue on Friday, Oct. 30, in West Lafayette after a late goal. In the final game of her college career, Nebraska soccer senior midfielder Ella Guyott scored in the second half to put the Huskers ahead. This was the first time Nebraska had led in a ranked match since its 1-0 win over No. 20 Michigan on Sunday, Sept. 27. However, Purdue scored two unanswered goals to rip the win away from NU.
Washington vs. Nebraska – Game Thread and How to Watch
Washington got its season back on track on the road against Purdue and went into the bye week with a chance to get healthier and finish strong. That’s the positive way of looking at the season trajectory. However, there are concerns embedded in even this optimistic outlay. Are the Huskies healthier? Demond Williams is listed […]
Nebraska’s Anthony Colandrea makes official decision amid transfer portal interest
Coach Matt Rhule’s Nebraska Cornhuskers are 5-2 on the season, 2-2 in the Big Ten behind starting QB Anthony Coleandrea, who beat out TJ Lateef for the starting job earlier this season. Rhule said he made a mistake he will never make again in his team’s loss to Oregon on October 17, which came against his former QB Dylan Raiola. ESPN’s Pete Thamel […] The post Nebraska’s Anthony Colandrea makes official decision amid transfer portal interest appeared first on ClutchPoints.
QB Anthony Colandrea returning to Nebraska in 2027
Quarterback Anthony Colandrea has found a home at Nebraska and will return for his final season of eligibility in 2027, his agent confirmed Friday.Colandrea was the starter at Virginia (2023-24) and UNLV (2025) before landing in Lincoln and leading the Cornhuskers this season.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Nebraska on Election Day
Republicans in the ruby-red state of Nebraska have found themselves on the back foot this midterm season as their opponents have made surprising gains in key races. Losing a Nebraska
Nova-Tech Animal Health IV Fluids named 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska
Grand Island company creates Animal Health IV Fluids, which won 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska.
Bagged animal health IV fluids win 2026 ‘Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska’ contest
Animal health IV fluids produced by Nova-Tech of Grand Island was named winner of the 2026 "Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska" contest.
Nebraska to play SEC team in latest USA TODAY Sports bowl projections
USA TODAY Sports set up a rematch for Nebraska in its latest bowl projections. The Huskers are projected to face Tennessee in the Music City Bowl.
Sigler emerges as a top option for Husker volleyball
Nebraska’s volleyball team has been looking in the way of outside hitter Teraya Sigler more often. Her coach and teammates talk about her growing contributions to a stellar Husker team.
OPINION: Politics won’t ignore you, so don’t ignore politics
As we near closer to Election Day, columnist Meghan Essner explains how vital it is to get involved in politics in any way possible.
Teens often turn to AI when feeling distressed; report flags mental health risks
A new report from JED finds some uses of AI associated with poorer mental health among teenagers.
Health scare pushes Ritchie into advocacy for blood donation
The day Kendra Ritchie became a mother was far from the fairytale she imagined.She thinks of the blood transfusions she received that day as the reason she is here for her daughter, Ripleigh, 6, and now also her son, Rushton, 2. Ritchie, director of recruitment for the College of Business at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, has tried to turn her gratitude into activism.
Florida gets new, but familiar bowl destination in SI projections
Sports Illustrated moved Florida back to the ReliaQuest Bowl in Tampa, this time projecting a matchup against Nebraska.
ESPN holds steady on Florida’s bowl projections after Week 8
ESPN kept Florida in the Gator Bowl against Pitt and ReliaQuest Bowl against Nebraska after the Gators’ bye week.
Ponca Tribe of Nebraska Breaks Ground on New Health Care Facility
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska broke ground today on a $46 million health service facility in Omaha, Neb. The Tribe purchased the former InfoUSA campus in 2017 and has been working with Indian Health Services to begin construction. The new 40,000-square-foot facility will expand the reach of the Ponca Health Service with more providers, specialty […]
Cook Political Report shifts two red-state governor races toward Democrats
The gubernatorial races in Kansas and Nebraska moved slightly to the left in Cook’s final ratings.
Children’s Nebraska looking for more schools to join Virtual School Health program, connect students with healthcare
Children’s Nebraska, which is the only children’s hospital in Nebraska, has a Virtual School Health program to help connect students with healthcare.
Nebraska Cattlemen to bring market outlook, meat science discussions to November feedlot meetings
Nebraska feedlot operators will have an opportunity to hear the latest cattle market outlook, explore meat science research and discuss industry issues during three Nebraska Cattlemen Feedlot Council…
Nebraska Cattlemen to bring market outlook, meat science discussions to November feedlot meetings
Nebraska feedlot operators will have an opportunity to hear the latest cattle market outlook, explore meat science research and discuss industry issues during three Nebraska Cattlemen Feedlot Council…
In Nebraska, health leaders urge vaccination as flu season begins and cases inch up
Nebraska moves up the latest USA TODAY Sports football 1-138 re-rank
Nebraska football managed to move up in the latest USA TODAY Sports 1-138 re-rank despite being on its bye week.
Nebraska announces blackout theme against Washington
Nebraska football announced a blackout theme and special uniforms for this Saturday's game against Washington.
Week 9 Nebraska volleyball grades
Nebraska volleyball is still undefeated after taking down USC and No. 18 UCLA. Bergen Reilly, Harper Murray and Virginia Adriano each put up impressive performances for the Huskers. Sports reporter Danny Berg grades the performance of each position group in those victories.
Frager shines in Nebraska men's basketball exhibition win over Kansas State
GRAND ISLAND — It may have been an exhibition game, but a lot of buzz surrounded Nebraska and Kansas State’s matchup at the BigIron Events Center in Grand Island, Nebraska, Monday night. The voice of Husker men’s basketball, Kent Pavelka, announced pregame that he will be retiring after this season, and a student from each school called the game together to support the Greg Sharpe Sports Broadcasting Scholarship Fund. After acknowledging Pavelka’s announcement and Sharpe’s legacy, Nebraska fans watched the Huskers win 88-84 against the Wildcats in a game that included 80 3-point attempts and four lead changes. Sophomore forward Braden Frager led the way with 28 points and scored eight in the final five minutes of the first half to secure a 5-point Nebraska lead heading into halftime. He shot 9-for-19 from the field and tallied a team-high 10 rebounds as well.
Rhule rundown: Bye week recap, scouting Washington
Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule met with media on Monday morning to recap the bye week and preview the Huskers’ Saturday night matchup against Washington at Memorial Stadium.
Nebraska behavioral health coalition meets to review statewide mental health progress
Nebraska receives no votes in AP Top 25
The Nebraska Cornhuskers received no votes in this week's AP Top 25 Poll.
Innovative food processing technique boosts Nebraska companies, educational outreach
Leadership and strategic visioning by Mary-Grace Danao, research associate professor in the Department of Food Science and Technology and the Department of Biological Systems Engineering, has helped position the University of Nebraska–Lincoln at the forefront of high pressure processing-focused food safety research in partnership with private industry.
Independent candidates sense a moment in the West. Democrats are hoping they're right
As they look to win the Senate, Democrats are hoping that independent candidates in Nebraska and Montana can help them topple Republicans in a part of the country where their own brand is hurting.
Takeaways from BYU’s Exhibition Win Over UNLV
BYU finished off its preseason slate with an 89-77 exhibition road win over UNLV Saturday afternoon in Las Vegas. BYU won a closed scrimmage 102-53 versus Long Beach State, beat Nebraska 72-61 last week, and closed things out with a double-digit win over the Rebels. BYU trailed 42-30 late in the first half, but ended […]
#1 Nebraska Dominates in Sweep of USC
The Huskers picked up right where they left off on Thursday.
Nebraska volleyball vs. USC live updates, stats and highlights
Nebraska hosts USC in a Big Ten volleyball match on Saturday night. The Huskers are undefeated through 20 games for the 10th time in program history.
How to watch Nebraska volleyball vs. USC: Time, TV channel
It's Nebraska vs. USC in Big Ten volleyball action. Here's how to watch, including time, channel, TV schedule and streaming info.
Is Nebraska playing today?
Will the Nebraska Cornhuskers take the field in Week 8 of the college football season?
Omaha Tribe opens $8.5M water treatment plant, quadrupling capacity
The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska has opened the Umóⁿhoⁿ Ní Waxúbe — Omaha Sacred Water Treatment Facility, Ní Ti, an $8.5 million plant that quadruples water storage capacity, according to utility director Jerry Henscheid. The facility came online Oct. 6 on the Omaha Reservation in northeastern Nebraska, replacing a plant built in 1980 that had […]
New family entertainment, including indoor slide park is coming to La Vista
La Vista's Southport West development will add family entertainment, including what owners call Nebraska's first indoor slide park, plus new housing.
Nebraska soccer draws USC for a record-breaking fifth straight scoreless draw
Nebraska soccer drew 0-0 against USC on Thursday, Oct. 22, at Hibner Stadium. This was the Huskers’ fifth straight scoreless draw and 10th of the season. The Huskers haven’t scored in 452 minutes and haven’t given up a goal in over 540.
Pete Ricketts’s Wealth Puts Class at the Center of Nebraska’s Senate Race
In a year when the wealth of the rich soared while workers lost ground to inflation, class has become political, especially in the Nebraska Senate race.
Nonprofits warn online sports betting initiatives put vulnerable Nebraskans at risk
The Open Door Mission hosted Gambling with the Good Life this morning to speak out against Initiatives 440 and 441, two measures that would amend the Nebraska Constitution to legalize online sports gambling.
Nebraska Health Care Foundation gives Omaha caregiver a car, ending her transit struggle
A surprise gift gives an Omaha caregiver her first car in two years, ending her transit struggle.
From the Desk of the Regional Administrator - "EPA Works With Pediatric Leaders to Protect Children’s Health"
EPA Region 7’s “From the Desk of the Regional Administrator” newsletter gives residents of Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska a chance to hear from Regional Administrator Jim Macy on EPA’s work in their communities.
Bellevue Counseling Program Ranked #1 in Nebraska
Bellevue University's Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program earned the No. 1 ranking among Clinical Mental Health Counseling master's programs in Nebraska in the 2027 rankings published by MastersinCounseling.org. The ranking recognizes Bellevue University's online, CACREP-accredited graduate program for preparing studen...
How to watch Nebraska volleyball vs UCLA: Time, TV channel
It's Nebraska vs. UCLA in Big Ten volleyball action. Here's how to watch, including time, channel, TV schedule and streaming info.
‘Politics will care about you’: Osborn’s message to young voters
Nebraska’s independent candidate for U.S. Senate Dan Osborn encourages young voters to get involved with politics as election day approaches.
Is This a Make-or-Break Year for Amy Williams?
Amy Williams has spent a decade at the helm of Nebraska women's basketball. Her teams have made the NCAA Tournament more often over the last five years, but she has only made the second round once.
‘Like riding a roller coaster’: UNL political science professor breaks down the stress of politics
Nebraska has seen a particularly turbulent midterm election – from the controversial and litigious rise of two new political parties, to a petition fraud investigation that’s led to several arrests.
‘Like riding a roller coaster’: UNL political science professor breaks down the stress of politics
Nebraska has seen a particularly turbulent midterm election – from the controversial and litigious rise of two new political parties, to a petition fraud investigation that’s led to several arrests.
ESPN moves Florida up in bowl projections after Texas upset
ESPN’s latest bowl projections have Florida facing Pitt in the Gator Bowl or Nebraska in the ReliaQuest Bowl after its win at Texas.
Report card from Nebraska's late-night loss to Oregon
Nebraska came up short yet again this past week, dropping a 17-14 after-dark clash in Oregon due to Nebraska’s inability to perform consistently.
PFF bye week grades: transfer grades
Nebraska football heads into its bye week at 5-2 after two gut-wrenching losses: a top-10 Indiana team at home and former quarterback Dylan Raiola leading back-to-back touchdown drives to steal
Nebraska Supreme Court Keeps Trans Sports Ban on Ballot
Supporters call it “fairness for girls.” A legal challenge argued that the wording conceals the measure’s targeting of transgender athletes.
Who funded Nebraska Working People, America First parties? Law doesn’t require disclosure.
Nebraska law doesn’t require new political parties to disclose their finances until they are qualified to have candidates on the ballot.
‘This is disgusting’: Nebraska’s independent Senate candidate rips dark money in politics
Democrats are hoping to whittle away at the Republican Senate majority in unexpectedly vulnerable red states like Nebraska. Incumbent Senator Pete Ricketts, a multimillionaire former governor, is defending his seat against independent challenger Dan Osborn, a Navy veteran and industrial mechanic. Osborn says he wants Congress to take back its power, end the war in Iran, lower fuel costs, so we “can worry about little league and bake sales.”