Aaron Sanderford
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NEW THIS MORNING: Conversations with retiring Justice Lindsey Miller-Lerman, the first woman to serve on the Nebraska Supreme Court. A great story from @cgonzalez_NE about a different kind of pioneer.
A Saturday special from the Nebraska Examiner:
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A Saturday special from the Nebraska Examiner:
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Nebraska’s first woman Supreme Court justice hangs up robe, mulls next move: ‘I’ll be useful.’ • Nebraska Examiner
Nebraska's first woman Supreme Court justice, Lindsey Miller-Lerman, hangs up her jurist robe and mulls her next move.
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November 1, 2025 at 1:50 PM
NEW THIS MORNING: Conversations with retiring Justice Lindsey Miller-Lerman, the first woman to serve on the Nebraska Supreme Court. A great story from @cgonzalez_NE about a different kind of pioneer.
A Saturday special from the Nebraska Examiner:
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A Saturday special from the Nebraska Examiner:
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SCHOOL FUNDING: A commission meeting to find ways to better design Nebraska's system of funding K-12 education met Monday and might have laid some groundwork for how it will pursue potential recommendations.
From Zach Wendling:
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From Zach Wendling:
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Nebraska school finance commission looks to ‘thread the needle’ on policymaking, recommendations • Nebraska Examiner
A new commission to offer long-term solutions for funding public schools in Nebraska hopes to land at more stability and predictability.
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September 23, 2025 at 3:24 AM
SCHOOL FUNDING: A commission meeting to find ways to better design Nebraska's system of funding K-12 education met Monday and might have laid some groundwork for how it will pursue potential recommendations.
From Zach Wendling:
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From Zach Wendling:
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VARGAS RUNNING: Former State Sen. Tony Vargas is running for office again in the Omaha area, but not for Congress. He's running for the mayor's old job, Douglas County treasurer.
First in the Examiner from CIndy Gonzalez:
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First in the Examiner from CIndy Gonzalez:
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Former Nebraska lawmaker Tony Vargas launches bid for Douglas County treasurer • Nebraska Examiner
Former Nebraska State Sen. Tony Vargas announces his bid to run for Douglas County Treasurer in the 2026 election.
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August 22, 2025 at 11:09 AM
VARGAS RUNNING: Former State Sen. Tony Vargas is running for office again in the Omaha area, but not for Congress. He's running for the mayor's old job, Douglas County treasurer.
First in the Examiner from CIndy Gonzalez:
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First in the Examiner from CIndy Gonzalez:
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BACON ON TRUMP-PUTIN SUMMIT: Nebraska GOP U.S. Rep. Don Bacon says President Donald Trump should remember who Vladimir Putin is and what he wants, which is more than Ukraine. He says Trump doesn't want to be "Chamberlain 2."
From Aaron Sanderford:
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From Aaron Sanderford:
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Nebraska's Bacon says Trump must view Putin clearly at summit, avoid becoming ‘Chamberlain 2’ • Nebraska Examiner
President Donald Trump must see Russian President Vladimir Putin for who he is, not how Trump might want him to be, U.S. Rep. Don Bacon says.
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August 14, 2025 at 6:06 PM
BACON ON TRUMP-PUTIN SUMMIT: Nebraska GOP U.S. Rep. Don Bacon says President Donald Trump should remember who Vladimir Putin is and what he wants, which is more than Ukraine. He says Trump doesn't want to be "Chamberlain 2."
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From Aaron Sanderford:
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DEBOER RUNNING: Term-limited State Sen. Wendy DeBoer of Omaha seeks a seat on Nebraska’s catch-all regulator, the Public Service Commission.
From Zach Wendling:
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From Zach Wendling:
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State Sen. Wendy DeBoer running for Nebraska Public Service Commission in 2026 • Nebraska Examiner
State Sen. Wendy DeBoer of Omaha will look to trade her legislative experience for a seat on Nebraska's Public Service Commission.
nebraskaexaminer.com
August 14, 2025 at 11:06 AM
DEBOER RUNNING: Term-limited State Sen. Wendy DeBoer of Omaha seeks a seat on Nebraska’s catch-all regulator, the Public Service Commission.
From Zach Wendling:
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From Zach Wendling:
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CHIMNEY ROCK ATTACKED? As part of a training exercise for the Nebraska Army National Guard, soldiers will descend from Blackhawk helicopters near iconic Chimney Rock.
From Paul Hammel:
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From Paul Hammel:
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Pounding the Rock: Panhandle monument to come under 'attack' during Guard training exercise • Nebraska Examiner
Nebraska Army National Guard soldiers, training in the state's Panhandle, will descend from Blackhawk helicopters near iconic Chimney Rock.
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August 13, 2025 at 5:55 PM
CHIMNEY ROCK ATTACKED? As part of a training exercise for the Nebraska Army National Guard, soldiers will descend from Blackhawk helicopters near iconic Chimney Rock.
From Paul Hammel:
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From Paul Hammel:
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ROLLINS VISIT: U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins heard about tough times from Nebraska farmers and ranchers during a tour and roundtable Saturday with the state's congressional delegation and hinted that more federal help might be on the way.
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From Aaron Sanderford:
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Nebraska farmers, ranchers talk to Trump ag secretary about tough times • Nebraska Examiner
Trump Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins heard about tariffs and trade in an ag roundtable at a facility in Saunders County operated by UNL.
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August 9, 2025 at 8:31 PM
ROLLINS VISIT: U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins heard about tough times from Nebraska farmers and ranchers during a tour and roundtable Saturday with the state's congressional delegation and hinted that more federal help might be on the way.
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From Aaron Sanderford:
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COUNTY TUSSLE: Deputy Douglas County Attorney Amy Jacobsen, who has prosecuted some high-profile cases, says she was fired by Douglas Co. Attorney Don Kleine after telling him she was running against him.
First in Examiner rom Cindy Gonzalez:
First in Examiner rom Cindy Gonzalez:
Deputy Douglas County attorney says she was ‘fired’ after telling boss she was seeking his seat • Nebraska Examiner
A deputy Douglas County attorney of 13 years says she was "fired" after telling her boss that she would be seeking his seat.
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August 7, 2025 at 11:33 AM
COUNTY TUSSLE: Deputy Douglas County Attorney Amy Jacobsen, who has prosecuted some high-profile cases, says she was fired by Douglas Co. Attorney Don Kleine after telling him she was running against him.
First in Examiner rom Cindy Gonzalez:
First in Examiner rom Cindy Gonzalez:
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NEBRASKA REDISTRICTING? Count Nebraska among the GOP-led states discussing mid-decade redistricting, depending on how Democratic-led states respond to Texas' push to help Republicans hold the U.S. House.
First in the Examiner by Juan Salinas II:
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First in the Examiner by Juan Salinas II:
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Nebraska might join national ‘wildfire’ of mid-decade redistricting • Nebraska Examiner
Nebraska GOP U.S. Rep. Don Bacon confirmed conversations are happening about the state potentially redrawing the 2nd Congressional District.
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August 6, 2025 at 5:15 PM
NEBRASKA REDISTRICTING? Count Nebraska among the GOP-led states discussing mid-decade redistricting, depending on how Democratic-led states respond to Texas' push to help Republicans hold the U.S. House.
First in the Examiner by Juan Salinas II:
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First in the Examiner by Juan Salinas II:
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PARTY FUNDRAISING: The Nebraska Democratic Party has outraised the Nebraska Republican Party since 2022. Does that matter?
From Erin Bamer:
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From Erin Bamer:
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Nebraska Democrats have outraised the Nebraska GOP since 2022. Does it matter? • Nebraska Examiner
After its 2022 convention, donations to the Nebraska GOP fell, but the decline hasn't made much of an impact on elections in the years since.
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July 29, 2025 at 11:51 AM
PARTY FUNDRAISING: The Nebraska Democratic Party has outraised the Nebraska Republican Party since 2022. Does that matter?
From Erin Bamer:
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From Erin Bamer:
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NEW CANDIDATE CONFIRMED: Nebraska's Omaha-based 2nd Congressional District has another familiar face seeking the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House, Douglas County District Court Clerk Crystal Rhoades. #NE02
First in the NebEx from Juan Salinas II:
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First in the NebEx from Juan Salinas II:
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Crystal Rhoades jumps into crowded Nebraska 2nd District field • Nebraska Examiner
Crystal Rhoades joins five other Democrats trying to replace U.S. Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb. She describes herself as a “unique candidate."
nebraskaexaminer.com
July 21, 2025 at 10:39 AM
NEW CANDIDATE CONFIRMED: Nebraska's Omaha-based 2nd Congressional District has another familiar face seeking the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House, Douglas County District Court Clerk Crystal Rhoades. #NE02
First in the NebEx from Juan Salinas II:
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First in the NebEx from Juan Salinas II:
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ICYMI: Advocates for Nebraskans with autism are watching closely as the State of Nebraska tweaks its reimbursement rates that it says were the highest in the nation for some services.
From Cindy Gonzalez:
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From Cindy Gonzalez:
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Advocates fear for autistic Nebraska youths as cuts come to Medicaid reimbursement rates • Nebraska Examiner
Advocates fear for autistic Nebraska youths as cuts come to Medicaid reimbursement rates that state officials said are highest in nation.
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July 19, 2025 at 9:06 PM
ICYMI: Advocates for Nebraskans with autism are watching closely as the State of Nebraska tweaks its reimbursement rates that it says were the highest in the nation for some services.
From Cindy Gonzalez:
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From Cindy Gonzalez:
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BIG PLANT: A new soybean crushing facility that owners say brings a $700 million investment to Nebraska’s David City and will support 80 jobs is set to launch commercial operations by the end of August.
From Cindy Gonzalez:
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From Cindy Gonzalez:
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$700M soybean crushing operation to start in Nebraska’s David City by late August • Nebraska Examiner
A new soybean crushing plant, investment tagged at $700M, is to start commercial operations by the end of August in Nebraska's David City.
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July 19, 2025 at 10:51 PM
BIG PLANT: A new soybean crushing facility that owners say brings a $700 million investment to Nebraska’s David City and will support 80 jobs is set to launch commercial operations by the end of August.
From Cindy Gonzalez:
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From Cindy Gonzalez:
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NEW CANDIDATE: Nebraska’s 2nd District U.S. House race is getting more crowded. Democrat Kishla Askins announced her bid Tuesday in #NE02.
From Juan Salinas II:
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From Juan Salinas II:
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Retired Navy veteran Kishla Askins joins Nebraska 2nd District U.S. House race • Nebraska Examiner
Retired U.S. Navy veteran Kishla Askins is running to be the first Democrat to represent the district in nearly a decade.
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July 15, 2025 at 11:48 AM
NEW CANDIDATE: Nebraska’s 2nd District U.S. House race is getting more crowded. Democrat Kishla Askins announced her bid Tuesday in #NE02.
From Juan Salinas II:
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From Juan Salinas II:
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START YOUR MORNING: With thoughts of a historic Nebraska bed and breakfast in Chadron possibly changing hands.
A fun one from Paul Hammel:
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A fun one from Paul Hammel:
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Historic Chadron bed and breakfast inn and saloon goes up for sale • Nebraska Examiner
The historic Chadron bed and breakfast inn and saloon are up for sale, rekindling talk of a host of memorable guests and events.
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July 11, 2025 at 12:15 PM
START YOUR MORNING: With thoughts of a historic Nebraska bed and breakfast in Chadron possibly changing hands.
A fun one from Paul Hammel:
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A fun one from Paul Hammel:
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ICE says it arrested MS-13 ‘kingpin’ in Omaha, Nebraska.
The federal agency did not identify the man, telling reporters the investigation was not yet complete.
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The federal agency did not identify the man, telling reporters the investigation was not yet complete.
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ICE says it arrested MS-13 'kingpin' in Omaha • Nebraska Examiner
ICE arrested a man Wednesday from El Salvador that the feds described as one of that country’s most wanted criminals and found him in Omaha.
nebraskaexaminer.com
July 10, 2025 at 2:23 AM
ICE says it arrested MS-13 ‘kingpin’ in Omaha, Nebraska.
The federal agency did not identify the man, telling reporters the investigation was not yet complete.
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The federal agency did not identify the man, telling reporters the investigation was not yet complete.
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CONGRESS: Former State Sen. Brett Lindstrom kicks off his GOP bid for Congress in Nebraska’s Omaha-based 2nd Congressional District (#NE02) today. He faces @BrinkerHarding in the 2026 primary to replace @DonJBacon.
From Juan Salinas II:
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From Juan Salinas II:
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Former State Sen. Brett Lindstrom running for Congress in Nebraska’s 2nd District • Nebraska Examiner
After speculations, Former Omaha State Sen. Brett Lindstrom became the second Republican to join the race for the open U.S. House seat.
nebraskaexaminer.com
July 7, 2025 at 10:48 AM
CONGRESS: Former State Sen. Brett Lindstrom kicks off his GOP bid for Congress in Nebraska’s Omaha-based 2nd Congressional District (#NE02) today. He faces @BrinkerHarding in the 2026 primary to replace @DonJBacon.
From Juan Salinas II:
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From Juan Salinas II:
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ABORTION STATISTICS: A total of 2,501 abortions were reported to have been performed in Nebraska in 2024, a 7.6% increase from the previous year.
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Nebraska abortions rise 7% same year voters cement restrictions • Nebraska Examiner
The same year Nebraskans voted to cement an abortion ban beyond the first trimester, the number of abortions in the state rose 7.6%.
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July 2, 2025 at 7:16 PM
ABORTION STATISTICS: A total of 2,501 abortions were reported to have been performed in Nebraska in 2024, a 7.6% increase from the previous year.
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MEDICAL CANNABIS REGS: Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has approved the state’s emergency medical cannabis regulations. A regulatory commission can now solicit licensing applications.
From Zach Wendling:
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From Zach Wendling:
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Pillen approves Nebraska emergency medical cannabis regulations, applications now sought • Nebraska Examiner
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has officially approved emergency regulations for a commission to begin licensing medical cannabis establishments.
nebraskaexaminer.com
July 1, 2025 at 2:54 PM
MEDICAL CANNABIS REGS: Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has approved the state’s emergency medical cannabis regulations. A regulatory commission can now solicit licensing applications.
From Zach Wendling:
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From Zach Wendling:
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REPUBLICAN IN NE-02 RACE: Omaha City Councilman Brinker Harding announced a bid Tuesday for the House seat held by U.S. Rep. Don Bacon in Nebraska's Omaha-based 2nd District. He's the first Republican to announce.
First in NE Examiner from Juan Salinas II:
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First in NE Examiner from Juan Salinas II:
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Omaha City Council VP Brinker Harding jumps into Nebraska 2nd District U.S. House race • Nebraska Examiner
Omaha City Councilman Brinker Harding is the first Republican to announce a bid after U.S. Rep. Don Bacon said he would not seek reelection.
nebraskaexaminer.com
July 1, 2025 at 12:42 PM
REPUBLICAN IN NE-02 RACE: Omaha City Councilman Brinker Harding announced a bid Tuesday for the House seat held by U.S. Rep. Don Bacon in Nebraska's Omaha-based 2nd District. He's the first Republican to announce.
First in NE Examiner from Juan Salinas II:
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First in NE Examiner from Juan Salinas II:
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BACON BOWS OUT: U.S. Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., made it official Monday, confirming what had leaked Friday, that will not to run for a sixth term in 2026. He talked about his time in the House and what comes next.
From Juan Salinas II:
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From Juan Salinas II:
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Nebraska U.S Rep. Don Bacon announces he won’t run again in NE-02 • Nebraska Examiner
It's official. U.S. Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., is not running in 2026. Now it's a dash for both parties to fill an open seat in the midterms.
nebraskaexaminer.com
June 30, 2025 at 7:18 PM
BACON BOWS OUT: U.S. Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., made it official Monday, confirming what had leaked Friday, that will not to run for a sixth term in 2026. He talked about his time in the House and what comes next.
From Juan Salinas II:
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From Juan Salinas II:
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NEIGHBORS AND FRIENDS? The reality of stepped-up immigration enforcement is hitting home in Nebraska, including for some who voted for the Trump administration. New polling hints at a shift.
A local look from Cindy Gonzalez:
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A local look from Cindy Gonzalez:
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Immigration enforcement ‘hit home’ for Trump supporter worried about ‘little buddy’ ICE detained • Nebraska Examiner
Ramped up immigration enforcement "hit home" with a Nebraskan once a fan of President Donald Trump's enforcement crackdown.
nebraskaexaminer.com
June 29, 2025 at 5:06 PM
NEIGHBORS AND FRIENDS? The reality of stepped-up immigration enforcement is hitting home in Nebraska, including for some who voted for the Trump administration. New polling hints at a shift.
A local look from Cindy Gonzalez:
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A local look from Cindy Gonzalez:
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FIREWORKS FEES: The return of retail fireworks sales this week comes after Nebraska lawmakers increased State Fire Marshal fees this spring, many for the first time in nearly four decades.
From Zach Wendling:
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From Zach Wendling:
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Nebraska fireworks sales begin this week after lawmakers increased State Fire Marshal fees • Nebraska Examiner
The return of retail fireworks sales comes after lawmakers increased State Fire Marshal fees, many for the first time in nearly four decades.
nebraskaexaminer.com
June 28, 2025 at 1:01 PM
FIREWORKS FEES: The return of retail fireworks sales this week comes after Nebraska lawmakers increased State Fire Marshal fees this spring, many for the first time in nearly four decades.
From Zach Wendling:
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From Zach Wendling:
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RAID UPDATE: A Glenn Valley Foods worker detained in a June 10 worksite immigration raid that ensnared nearly 80 people was released this week on a bond set by an immigration judge.
From Cindy Gonzalez:
From Cindy Gonzalez:
Worker detained in June 10 Omaha immigration raid released on bond, believed to be group's first • Nebraska Examiner
One of the nearly 80 workers detained in a June 10 Omaha immigration raid is released on bond, believed to be the first so far of the group.
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June 28, 2025 at 4:41 PM
RAID UPDATE: A Glenn Valley Foods worker detained in a June 10 worksite immigration raid that ensnared nearly 80 people was released this week on a bond set by an immigration judge.
From Cindy Gonzalez:
From Cindy Gonzalez: