Ricketts weighs in as data center ratepayer bill falls short

The Ratepayer Protection Act fell three votes short of advancing in the Senate Wednesday, with a 57-43 vote.

October 1, 2026Updated: October 1, 2026

By Naydu Daza Maya

Ricketts weighs in as data center ratepayer bill falls short

A Core Scientific data center is seen, Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, in Dalton, Ga. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

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

13 hrs 53 mins ago

Southeast Community College adds administrator

14 hrs 2 mins ago

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

October 16th 2026, 11:44 PM UTC

Suspicious substance found at Sen. Ricketts’ office in Omaha

October 16th 2026, 11:14 PM UTC

Grand Island police K9 dies after being struck by vehicle

October 16th 2026, 10:57 PM UTC

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

13 hrs 31 mins ago

Chadron handles Bridgeport in final home game

22 hrs 18 mins ago

Unbeaten Stanton holds off upset-minded Pender

23 hrs 56 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