Nebraska has recently made headlines due to a variety of incidents, including natural disasters like tornadoes and wildfires, as well as tragic events such as the fatal stabbing of Father Stephen Gutgsell and the overturning of convictions for individuals like Darien Harris and Ed Poindexter. The state has also been involved in controversial decisions, such as rejecting federal funding for programs like the Summer EBT initiative and implementing regulations affecting transgender youth seeking gender-affirming care.
Nebraska, located in the Great Plains and the Midwestern United States, is bordered by South Dakota, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, and Wyoming. The state is known for its diverse geography, including the Sandhills region, the Great Plains, and the Missouri River. Nebraska's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with corn, soybeans, beef, and pork being major products. The state is also home to the Strategic Air Command, Offutt Air Force Base, and the University of Nebraska. Nebraska has a population of around 1.9 million people and is known for its friendly residents and strong sense of community.
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Authorities say one person died when a tornado ripped through the small northeastern Kansas city of Westmoreland and destroyed houses, RVs and outbuildings
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Former president pushed for Republicans in the state to change electoral voting system to method that would have helped him
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The politician owned a gun-themed restaurant, heckled Joe Biden and made Islamophobic remarks against Ilhan Omar – but why does her teenage son face felony charges?
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There’s still no end in sight for Smokehouse Creek fire which is now five times the size of New York City
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Former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announces his candidacy for the U.S. Senate, aiming to run a competitive campaign for the GOP in a state that hasn't had a Republican U.S. senator in 37 years.
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Chinese state-sponsored hacking group Volt Typhoon has been infiltrating US critical infrastructure, including water treatment plants, electrical grids, oil and gas pipelines, and transportation systems.
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The Department of Education's changes to the FAFSA application process have caused delays and frustration for students and families, with limited availability and glitches reported during the soft launch period.
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Former Rep. Jeff Fortenberry's conviction for lying to federal agents about illegal campaign contributions has been overturned by a federal appeals court.
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Nebraska and Iowa governors reject federal funding for Summer EBT program, citing concerns about sustainability and long-term solutions for children and families.
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Father Stephen Gutgsell was fatally stabbed during a break-in at St John the Baptist church in Fort Calhoun, Nebraska.
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Two men, Darien Harris and Ed Poindexter, have had their convictions overturned after spending years in prison for crimes they claim they did not commit.
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A mysterious respiratory illness is making dogs sick across the US, with symptoms including coughing, sneezing, and lethargy, and in some cases proving fatal.
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A small plane overshoots the runway at Aero Country Airport in McKinney, Texas, colliding with a car on the road.
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Zachariah Andrews, 29, was found dead in a chimney more than a month after tenants reported hearing screams for help.
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A Philadelphia police officer was killed and another wounded when they confronted people breaking into a car at Philadelphia International Airport.
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Michael Gardner, 62, fired a blank round from a revolver to get the attention of wedding guests, but the gun accidentally discharged, injuring his 12-year-old grandson.
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Nebraska enforces regulations mandating a waiting period and therapy for transgender youth seeking gender-affirming care, alongside a ban on gender-affirming surgeries for trans youth under 19.
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Jessica Burgess sentenced to two years in prison for helping her teenage daughter end her pregnancy.
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An explosion at Union Pacific's railyard in North Platte, Nebraska, prompts evacuations and an ongoing investigation.
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Lee Meyer was pulled over by police in Norfolk, Nebraska, for driving with his 2,200-pound Watusi-longhorn mix named Howdy Doody in a modified Ford Crown Victoria.