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Nebraska DHHS plans to cut budget by reducing services, enacting federal Medicaid changes

As it attempts to meet an 8% budget reduction target, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is considering cuts to state behavioral health facilities, calculating savings from federal Medicaid changes and considering enrolling in new federal programs.

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Democratizing death investigations: A look at Nebraska’s grand jury process

When someone dies in custody in Nebraska, a grand jury decides if an indictment is warranted. This public participation is rare — most other states leave it up to local or state prosecutors to investigate in-custody deaths.

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Lincoln residents to vote on election changes, youth volleyball complex in general election

Lincoln residents will see a number of local initiatives on their election ballot. There are six local questions up for Lincolnites in this election labeled as “City Ticket” items.

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Eliminating psych beds, closing facilities: Nebraska agencies propose sweeping reductions in biennial budget requests

As Nebraska stares down a billion-dollar budget deficit, state agencies suggest they could save money by closing a correctional center and eliminating beds at secure mental health facilities.

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Democratizing death investigations: A look at Nebraska’s grand jury process
When someone dies in custody in Nebraska, a grand jury decides if an indictment is warranted. This public participation is rare — most other states leave it up to local or state prosecutors to investigate in-custody deaths.
Nebraska DHHS plans to cut budget by reducing services, enacting federal Medicaid changes
As it attempts to meet an 8% budget reduction target, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is considering cuts to state behavioral health facilities, calculating savings from federal Medicaid changes and considering enrolling in new federal programs.
Lincoln residents to vote on election changes, youth volleyball complex in general election
Lincoln residents will see a number of local initiatives on their election ballot. There are six local questions up for Lincolnites in this election labeled as “City Ticket” items.
Why two Nebraska high schools canceled their football seasons, and what could help reverse the trend
Forfeits continue to mount in Nebraska high school football. Sioux County and Overton won’t play another game in 2026. The schools are dealing with some combination of declining enrollment, lack of participation and injury issues.
Eliminating psych beds, closing facilities: Nebraska agencies propose sweeping reductions in biennial budget requests
As Nebraska stares down a billion-dollar budget deficit, state agencies suggest they could save money by closing a correctional center and eliminating beds at secure mental health facilities.
Natural American cheese? A Midwest company has revamped the ooey gooey classic
Sargento has developed a natural American cheese, hoping to give consumers classic melt without added ingredients.
Norris’ Tournament of Champions trip strengthens team on and off the court
The Norris High School volleyball team was one of three teams representing Nebraska last weekend at Nike’s Tournament of Champions in Mesa, Arizona.
Oct. 17 marks third annual Nebraska Missing Persons Day
This week, law enforcement and advocacy groups are drawing attention to missing Nebraskans and their loved ones.
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Free birth, when a person gives birth without the help of a medical professional, has been popularized in recent years by influencers. Experts say it’s dangerous, but people who choose to give birth unassisted say the practice is often not as extreme as it seems — or is misunderstood.
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Data center opposition is growing, with Nebraskans crossing party lines in protest
Big tech companies are facing formidable opposition from a coalition of people across the political spectrum. Meanwhile, local elected officials find themselves scrambling to draft regulations and defend themselves against accusations of secrecy.
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Natural American cheese? A Midwest company has revamped the ooey gooey classic
Sargento has developed a natural American cheese, hoping to give consumers classic melt without added ingredients.
Scientists tracked cotton's origin. They say wild cotton could make the crop better
Researchers recently traced the birthplace of the world’s dominant cotton species to the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico. Their sleuthing also uncovered a treasure trove of genetic diversity in wild populations, which could eventually make the crop more resilient.
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