Gas prices are high. But do the numbers support suspending state gas taxes?

Some federal and state officials are talking about reducing fuel taxes to ease the burden of high gas prices caused by the war in Iran

April 1, 2026Updated: April 1, 2026

By DAVID A. LIEB

Nebraska Basketball begins practice, with Sweet 16 season in rear view

Nebraska Basketball begins practice, with Sweet 16 season in rear view

Huskers turn to Michigan State after successful non-conference play

Huskers turn to Michigan State after successful non-conference play

Marysville unveils child care task force, seeks community insights

As part of a recent statewide recognition, Marysville is setting out to diagnose the state of child care in and around the city

Huskers utilize strong run game, improves pass rush in win over UND

Huskers utilize strong run game, improves pass rush in win over UND

State

Norfolk to require Actus to install odor controls or face severe permit restrictions

10 hrs 22 mins ago

$18 million redevelopment in downtown Norfolk takes step forward

15 hrs 49 mins ago

Omaha man cited after pickup crashes into creek near Pilger

16 hrs ago

Cambridge Court assisted living closure forces nearly 40 Kearney seniors to relocate

16 hrs 17 mins ago

Axtell man takes plea deal, convicted in triple-fatal crash

16 hrs 25 mins ago

State patrol arrests police officer after animal abuse investigation

17 hrs 44 mins ago

Sports

Nebraska Basketball begins practice, with Sweet 16 season in rear view

18 hrs 15 mins ago

Huskers turn to Michigan State after successful non-conference play

19 hrs 10 mins ago

Huskers utilize strong run game, improves pass rush in win over UND

September 20th 2026, 6:44 PM UTC

Nebraska rolls by North Dakota 34-7, heads into conference play 3-0

September 20th 2026, 4:26 AM UTC

Tri County withstands injuries, strong Southern effort to earn third win of 2026 season

September 20th 2026, 4:06 AM UTC

Wayne State dominates first-ever game against Jamestown

September 20th 2026, 3:09 AM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

August 21st 2026, 7:10 PM UTC

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC