As Pell grants expand, students see openings to afford short-term job training

Colleges around the country are seeking approval for a new federal grant program, Workforce Pell, to aid students enrolled for short-term job training

August 31, 2026Updated: August 31, 2026

By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH

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

Huskers remain quiet on potential Dylan Raiola reunion vs. Ducks

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

Doane student dies in Texas in suspected murder-suicide

2 hrs 4 mins ago

Kimball cross country runner qualifies for State

2 hrs 27 mins ago

Banana Ball World Tour coming to Omaha in 2027

3 hrs 12 mins ago

The price of a house keeps climbing. One wannabe Omaha homebuyer goes hunting for solutions.

6 hrs 25 mins ago

Trump to hold midterm rally in Sioux City next week

7 hrs 25 mins ago

Nebraska AG leads 16-state effort in school vaccination dispute

8 hrs 16 mins ago

Sports

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

1 hr 34 mins ago

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

3 hrs 27 mins ago

Previewing Nebraska/Oregon with Ben Kaufman of the Oregon Accelerator

8 hrs 11 mins ago

Norfolk forces seven turnovers, dominates Lincoln High

10 hrs 37 mins ago

State Softball Tournament Suspended Due to Rain

October 15th 2026, 9:52 PM UTC

Huskers remain quiet on potential Dylan Raiola reunion vs. Ducks

October 15th 2026, 9:20 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