Nebraska Examiner

Nebraska Examiner The Nebraska Examiner is a nonprofit, independent news source committed to providing news, scoops and reports important to our state.

ICYMI: Navy veteran Kishla Askins received an endorsement of her 2026 bid for the Democratic nomination in Nebraska’s 2n...
11/27/2025

ICYMI: Navy veteran Kishla Askins received an endorsement of her 2026 bid for the Democratic nomination in Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District from VoteVets.

From Juan Salinas II:

VoteVets is considered a major player in some Democratic primary races. Recently two candidates backed by them won gubernatorial races.

TARIFFS' IMPACT: For some farmers, ranchers and other ag producers and people in the food industry, tariffs have made th...
11/27/2025

TARIFFS' IMPACT: For some farmers, ranchers and other ag producers and people in the food industry, tariffs have made this holiday season hit different.

From States Newsroom:

Tariffs and unexpected costs are hitting home over the Thanksgiving holiday for many American families gathering this week.

THANKSGIVING COSTS: It might not feel like it, but the cost of the actual Thanksgiving meal is slightly down this year, ...
11/27/2025

THANKSGIVING COSTS: It might not feel like it, but the cost of the actual Thanksgiving meal is slightly down this year, a survey found.

From States Newsroom:

Annual data shows the cost of a classic Thanksgiving dinner set for 10 people, at $55.18 is 5% less than the cost in 2024.

START YOUR THANKSGIVING: With a story about Nebraska SNAP benefits during the government shutdown, the special session t...
11/27/2025

START YOUR THANKSGIVING: With a story about Nebraska SNAP benefits during the government shutdown, the special session that almost was and the people left scrambling after the disruption.

From Zach Wendling, with help from Cindy Gonzalez and Erin Bamer:

The 43-day federal shutdown left uncertainty for some Nebraska SNAP recipients and could have spurred a special session in Nebraska.

AUTISM COSTS: The family costs of autism care as state Medicaid agencies are struggling to pay for an intensive therapy ...
11/27/2025

AUTISM COSTS: The family costs of autism care as state Medicaid agencies are struggling to pay for an intensive therapy for children with autism and federal cuts loom.

From Stateline:

State Medicaid agencies are struggling to pay for an intensive therapy for children with autism — and looming federal Medicaid cuts.

ICYMI: Omaha city officials are taking steps to unlock a state incentive to help pay for two multimillion-dollar sports ...
11/27/2025

ICYMI: Omaha city officials are taking steps to unlock a state incentive to help pay for two multimillion-dollar sports complexes, touting the public value of the projects. But Gov. Jim Pillen stands opposed.

From Cindy Gonzalez:

Omaha pushes for state incentive to help build sports facilities, despite headwinds from Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen.

ICYMI: Nebraska's governor's race has a Democrat kicking tires about a serious run, former State Sen. Lynne Walz.From Za...
11/26/2025

ICYMI: Nebraska's governor's race has a Democrat kicking tires about a serious run, former State Sen. Lynne Walz.

From Zach Wendling:

Former State Sen. Lynne Walz launched an exploratory committee to step toward a run for Nebraska governor in 2026.

GUARD MEMBERS SHOT: Two National Guard members from West Virginia were shot Wednesday afternoon near the White House in ...
11/26/2025

GUARD MEMBERS SHOT: Two National Guard members from West Virginia were shot Wednesday afternoon near the White House in Washington, D.C., according to that state’s governor.

From States Newsroom:

https://buff.ly/rD9N4VQ

Two National Guard members from West Virginia were shot and killed Wednesday afternoon near the White House in Washington, D.C.

GOP PRIMARY UPDATE: President Donald Trump endorsed Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen’s reelection bid at a moment when former Tr...
11/26/2025

GOP PRIMARY UPDATE: President Donald Trump endorsed Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen’s reelection bid at a moment when former Trump donor Charles Herbster is flirting publicly with announcing a 2026 bid.

From Juan Salinas II:

The key backing comes as Trump donor Charles Herbster mulls a GOP rematch of the 2022 governor’s race.

COURT ORDER? The Justice Department acknowledged that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem made the call to continue ...
11/26/2025

COURT ORDER? The Justice Department acknowledged that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem made the call to continue removals of Venezuelans to El Salvador, despite a federal judge’s order to stop.

From States Newsroom:

https://buff.ly/F8HevkP

The Justice Department acknowledged Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem chose to continue removals of Venezuelans despite a court order.

DEM ENDORSED: Navy veteran Kishla Askins received an endorsement of her 2026 bid for the Democratic nomination in Nebras...
11/26/2025

DEM ENDORSED: Navy veteran Kishla Askins received an endorsement of her 2026 bid for the Democratic nomination in Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District from a group that supports veterans running for office.

From Juan Salinas II:

VoteVets is considered a major player in some Democratic primary races. Recently two candidates backed by them won gubernatorial races.

FARM WORKERS: A union and a group of farmworkers are suing to stop new, lower-wage federal guidelines that save money fo...
11/26/2025

FARM WORKERS: A union and a group of farmworkers are suing to stop new, lower-wage federal guidelines that save money for farmers but cut pay for temporary foreign agriculture workers.

From States Newsroom:

A California union and a group of current farmworkers from around the country are suing to stop new federal guidelines that cut wages for temporary foreign agriculture workers — helping farmers but hurting local laborers as a result, the suit alleges.

Address

1301 H Street
Lincoln, NE
68508

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Nebraska Examiner posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Nebraska Examiner:

Shortcuts

Share

Category