Nebraska lawmaker, UNO professor weigh in on AI safety concerns

Rep. Mike Flood says Congress should study AI before taking action

September 19, 2026Updated: September 19, 2026

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Nebraska lawmaker, UNO professor weigh in on AI safety concerns

Pages from the Anthropic website and the company’s logos are displayed on a computer screen in New York, Feb. 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Patrick Sison, File)

Beatrice native helps drivers repair hail damage.

Holgorsen challenging Nyziah Hunter in practice

New citizens sworn in on Constitution Day at the Homestead Education Center!

NSAA Board of Directors discuss fall sports officials numbers, state track contract

State

Scottsbluff police officer saves infant’s life in choking incident

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Third graders participate in Wellness Day in Sidney

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Resolution to address Actus plant’s odor problems included on Norfolk council agenda

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ISIS-K member sentenced to 20 years in Omaha marine’s Kabul airport bombing death

14 hrs 2 mins ago

Nebraska counties got money meant to combat the opioid crisis. Some are spending it on Flock cameras and other police tools

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Northeast Nebraska Walk to End Alzheimer’s moving to Johnson Park

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Sports

Holgorsen challenging Nyziah Hunter in practice

September 17th 2026, 9:39 PM UTC

Big Red Roll: Reviewing the Bowling Green Rout & Previewing Week 3 Nebraska Football NOW

September 17th 2026, 3:20 PM UTC

Shorthanded at middle blocker, top-ranked Huskers sweep Jays in I-80 rivalry

September 17th 2026, 2:30 AM UTC

CBS College Basketball Analyst Jon Rothsten delivers on happy hour promise

September 16th 2026, 11:34 PM UTC

Lady Raiders Sweep Home Triangular

September 16th 2026, 3:46 PM UTC

Bluejays Bury Bravettes in a Sweep

September 16th 2026, 1:09 PM 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