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Crypto PAC and Senate Leadership Fund boost spending for Ricketts in Nebraska
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Republicans' top Senate campaign arm and the cryptocurrency industry increased spending to boost Republican Nebraska Sen. Pete Ricketts' chances weeks before Election Day.
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Saint Louis rallies past Nebraska 79-74
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Saint Louis rallied past Nebraska 79-74 in an Oct. 9 exhibition after trailing at half; Fred Hoiberg said the Billikens out-toughed his team as Nebraska committed 21 turnovers.
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Regents Approve Planned $2.75B Hospital Expansion
Health
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The University of Nebraska Board of Regents approved expanding Project Health, the future primary teaching hospital for UNMC and Nebraska Medicine, to 1.5 million square feet. The larger facility is expected to cost $2.75 billion—about $500 million more than initially projected—and is intended to accommodate growing patient and student numbers, add beds and specialized care, and replace aging facilities.
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Nebraska Volleyball Improves to 17-0 With Sweep of Wisconsin
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Lincoln drew a large crowd for Fox’s Big Noon Kickoff as undefeated Nebraska prepared to host No. 7 Indiana in football. The day also featured a top-10 volleyball matchup, with No. 1 Nebraska facing No. 7 Wisconsin after both teams opened Big Ten play 5-0.
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Cyberattack Turns Hundreds Of Grocery Coolers Into Saunas As Military Stores’ Meltdown Remains A Mystery
Dylan Kresak · 3 min · 12h
Wisconsin, Nebraska Contests Advance Eight Products Each
Business
— 6d
The Coolest Thing Made contests in Wisconsin and Nebraska have each narrowed their fields to eight products, with public voting underway to choose finalists. Nebraska’s bracket includes two Gering-made products, while the state winners are scheduled to be announced Oct. 27 in Wisconsin and Oct. 29 in Nebraska.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
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College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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No. 7 Indiana rallies from 11-point deficit to beat Nebraska
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No. 7 Indiana rallied for a 20-17 road win over Nebraska, scoring twice on Josh Hoover passes to Nick Marsh in the fourth quarter after trailing 17-6. Marsh finished with 187 receiving yards, while Indiana’s defense made key stops to preserve the comeback and keep the Hoosiers unbeaten.
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Head-on crashes kill three in Georgia, Nebraska
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— 4d
A wrong-way collision on U.S. 441 in Putnam County, Georgia, killed one person and injured another; the crash remains under investigation. In a separate crash in Merrick County, Nebraska, two drivers died after a car crossed into oncoming traffic on Highway 30; authorities said alcohol and speed are not believed to be factors.
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Unbeaten Indiana, Nebraska Set for Big Ten Clash
Sports
— Oct 5, 2026
Undefeated No. 7 Indiana visits unbeaten Nebraska in a major Big Ten test, with the Hoosiers’ productive rushing attack facing a physical Cornhuskers defense and a loud Lincoln crowd. Nebraska will look to contain Indiana’s backs while using quarterback Anthony Colandrea’s passing and running ability to challenge the Hoosiers’ defense.
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Big Ten Admits Nebraska-Maryland Extra-Point Error
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— Oct 5, 2026
The Big Ten acknowledged that officials made an error during Nebraska’s 48-23 win over Maryland: after a roughing-the-snapper penalty on a missed extra point, Nebraska should have been allowed to retry the kick, but the penalty was applied to the ensuing kickoff. Coach Matt Rhule said a miscommunication with an official led him to accept that enforcement; the error did not change the outcome.
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Humans have become a geological force driving mass extinction
One species is reshaping climate, chemistry, and habitat fast enough to match past planetary die-offs.
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Rescuers pull drivers from truck wrecks across states
Auto
— Oct 6, 2026
Good Samaritans and public employees rescued drivers from truck crashes in Nebraska, New Mexico and Arkansas, including a Nebraska driver pulled from a burning cab moments before it was engulfed. A separate report also describes passersby rescuing a driver after a truck overturned in Florida.
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Nebraska sells seven urinal troughs at $3,000
Sports
— Oct 6, 2026
As Nebraska renovates 103-year-old Memorial Stadium, it is selling game-used urinal troughs for $3,000 each as unusual pieces of Cornhuskers memorabilia. Seven of the 30 available had already sold, and the fixtures will be sanitized before delivery.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Nebraska Senator Plans Lincoln Tax Refund Bill
Politics
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Nebraska Sen. Beau Ballard says Lincoln improperly collected city sales and occupation taxes from residents in its extraterritorial jurisdiction and is calling for an audit and refunds, with legislation planned for 2027 requiring a 20-year review and interest. Lincoln officials deny administering sales tax, saying the state Department of Revenue handles collections and refunds.
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Kansas Man Wanted in Alleged Nebraska Campus Assault
World
— Oct 5, 2026
A warrant has been issued for Joseph Favata, 32, who is charged with attempted first-degree sexual assault and first-degree false imprisonment in connection with an alleged assault on a University of Nebraska-Lincoln student. Authorities believe he may be in the Wichita area and are seeking information about his whereabouts.
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Girls Golf State Meets Span Three States
Sports
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Kansas regional tournaments sent several girls’ golf teams and individuals to state, while Wisconsin’s WIAA championships opened with Seymour third in Division 2 and Bay Port tied for third in Division 1. In Nebraska, Marian enters the state meet as a strong team favorite, with Lincoln East’s Tasha Kolbas among the leading individual contenders.
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Little-Known Green Law Becoming Thorn In Side Of Businesses
Jack McGeever · 3 min · 13h
Trump Rallies for Nebraska Republicans, Signs Diesel Order
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— Oct 2, 2026
President Donald Trump is heading to Grand Island, Nebraska, to rally support for Republican Sen. Pete Ricketts as he faces independent Dan Osborn in a race that has become unexpectedly competitive. The visit comes as Republicans contend with voter frustration over costs and opposition from Nebraska ranchers to the administration’s foreign beef import plan.
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Toy Story vs Shrek
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
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Child-Material Arrests Reported in Two Lincolns
Politics
— 6d
Timothy Topil, 60, of Lincoln, Nebraska, was charged with possessing child sexual abuse material after a search of thumb drives and a tablet found dozens of images and videos.
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Bet365 and BetMGM roll out bonus bet offers for Oct. 11 games
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Betting coverage of Saturday’s Indiana-Nebraska matchup highlights Indiana running back Turbo Richard’s strong rushing production and receiver Charlie Becker’s touchdown threat. A bet365 promotion offers eligible new users $200 in bonus bets after a qualifying $10 wager, with terms and state restrictions applying.
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Trump Says Iran Taking Out California Cities Is ‘Small Price’
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— Oct 6, 2026
At an Oct. 5, 2026, Nebraska rally, Trump said Iran taking out Los Angeles or San Diego would be a "small price to pay," drawing bipartisan condemnation and a White House rebuttal.
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Your point on the missing context around stopping strikes is noted. Feedback like this on headline accuracy shapes what we cover.
Obituaries report five deaths across five states
Lifestyle
— Oct 6, 2026
The articles report the deaths of five people, highlighting their family lives, careers, community involvement and personal interests. They include a longtime Missouri social services employee, a music educator, an Ohio counselor, an Arkansas family man and a Nebraska rancher.
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Former Bush Press Secretary Has Warning: 'Look Out'
New Press Secretary Katie Zacharia has been the target of much criticism since standing at the White House podium for the first time Tuesday. But Dana Perino , former White House press secretary under President George W. Bush and current Fox News mainstay, offered some advice for those watching her. Perino said Americans needs to "look out” given the possibility of the opposition party retaking Co
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LSU, UCLA, Oregon climb; Nebraska earns votes
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— Oct 4, 2026
LSU rose to No. 10 after a 63-14 McNeese win with 100-plus plays and 700-plus yards; UCLA hit No. 22 and Oregon No. 13 after byes, Texas still No. 1.
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Nicole Hardy
Nebraska earning votes is a good sign after their start but they need consistent wins to stay relevant.
Regents Approve $500M Project Health Expansion, Gold Extension
Politics
— 5d
The University of Nebraska Board of Regents approved expanding Project Health to a 1.5-million-square-foot teaching hospital, adding about $500 million to its projected cost to support more patients, beds and specialized care. Regents also extended President Jeff Gold’s contract through 2032 and changed his merit-pay terms; two members opposed the timing of the extension.
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Trump's Rally Suit Reveals Jos. A. Bank
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— Oct 6, 2026
Photos from President Donald Trump’s Nebraska rally showed the label of his suit as Jos. A. Bank, rather than the Brioni brand he has often worn. The revelation drew criticism because Jos. A. Bank suits are typically made overseas, contrasting with Trump’s calls to bring manufacturing back to the United States.
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Voting Centers, Ballot Drop-Offs Open Across Regions
Politics
— Oct 7, 2026
Election officials are providing multiple ways to vote, including early in-person voting and ballot drop-off in Arizona, Nebraska, Iowa and Riverside County, California. St. Cloud also offers curbside voting, with two election judges handling each ballot to support access and safeguards.
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Nebraska Rallies Past Maryland 48-23
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— Sep 29, 2026
After Maryland’s 54-3 loss to UCLA dropped the Terrapins to 2-2, many fans called for coach Michael Locksley to be replaced, and scrutiny of his job has intensified. Locksley acknowledged fans’ frustration and plans to simplify quarterback Malik Washington’s decisions ahead of Nebraska, while Huskers coach Matt Rhule said Maryland should not be judged by its previous game.
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Democrat Senator Ed Markey Goes Fishing For DEI Interns
Nicole Silverio · 2 min · 13h
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