Benefits slashed: Nebraska disability switch leaves hundreds desperate for help

A new disability assessment tool has allowed over 700 Nebraskans to access services, according to the state.

April 14, 2026Updated: April 14, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Benefits slashed: Nebraska disability switch leaves hundreds desperate for help

Omaha man sentenced to 25 years for distributing child sexual abuse material

Omaha man sentenced to 25 years for distributing child sexual abuse material

Huskers remain quiet on potential Dylan Raiola reunion vs. Ducks

Huskers remain quiet on potential Dylan Raiola reunion vs. Ducks

Nebraska inmate accused of killing cellmate has murder case bound over to district court

Nebraska inmate accused of killing cellmate has murder case bound over to district court

City worker helps rescue a woman and her dog

The Auburn City Council applauded a seasonal worker Monday who led a rescue of a woman and her dog

State

Local couple brings new life to old treasures through antiques business

8 hrs 13 mins ago

Southeast Community College adds administrator

8 hrs 22 mins ago

Woman accused of finding, keeping Omaha firefighter’s child pornography

22 hrs 28 mins ago

Suspicious substance found at Sen. Ricketts’ office in Omaha

22 hrs 59 mins ago

Grand Island police K9 dies after being struck by vehicle

23 hrs 16 mins ago

Doane student dies in Texas in suspected murder-suicide

October 16th 2026, 9:41 PM UTC

Sports

Pierce Wins the Battle of the Blue in Wayne

7 hrs 50 mins ago

Chadron handles Bridgeport in final home game

16 hrs 37 mins ago

Unbeaten Stanton holds off upset-minded Pender

18 hrs 15 mins ago

Lexington doubles duo of Neff, Diaz take #2 Doubles title

October 16th 2026, 10:10 PM UTC

Sidney Lady Raiders Golf seeks to use state tournament as a stepping stone

October 16th 2026, 8:18 PM UTC

Previewing Nebraska/Oregon with Ben Kaufman of the Oregon Accelerator

October 16th 2026, 3:33 PM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

September 25th 2026, 4:07 AM UTC

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