Three Nebraska mothers challenge state’s restrictions on midwife-assisted home births

Nebraska Medical Association says it’s working on proposal to safely expand regulations for certified nurse midwives

June 30, 2026Updated: June 30, 2026

By Nebraska Examiner

Three Nebraska mothers challenge state’s restrictions on midwife-assisted home births

Midwife Sheila Simms Watson treats Isis Daaga during a pregnancy checkup at the Southern Birth Justice Network’s mobile midwifery clinic in Miami on March 21. (Photo by Nada Hassanein/Stateline)

BPD makes separate domestic assault arrests

Fairbury awarded $2 million Brownfields grant to fund cleanup of former metalwork site

A Southeast Nebraska city will be receiving some federal funding to help them clean up and convert a contaminated site of a former metalwork operation.

Democratic candidates for statewide office embrace challenger status in campaigns against Republican opponents

Three registered Democrats running for statewide office against Republicans in this year’s election say they know their campaigns may be uphill battles – but they’re embracing that challenge anyway.

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

About 300 kids in Beatrice got the opportunity to share a field with a pro football player, and a local legend, Friday morning.

Ag & Outdoor

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

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

May 28th 2026, 7:44 PM UTC

Three Nebraska mothers challenge state’s restrictions on midwife-assisted home births

BPD makes separate domestic assault arrests

Fairbury awarded $2 million Brownfields grant to fund cleanup of former metalwork site

Democratic candidates for statewide office embrace challenger status in campaigns against Republican opponents

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

State

Hay Springs rescinds fireworks ban

Three Nebraska mothers challenge state’s restrictions on midwife-assisted home births

Fairbury awarded $2 million Brownfields grant to fund cleanup of former metalwork site

Cherry County zoning administrator resigns

Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, rejecting Trump’s proposed limits

Community pool reopens after more than $800K in repairs

Sports

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

A goal to spread soccer lands Omaha kids on the World Cup field

4-H nationals bring thousands to Grand Island

Oklahoma dominates UNC, wins first College World Series since 1994

Hundreds of hoopers compete at growing UNK basketball camp

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities