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Nebraska No. 1 In Labor Force Participation Rate, No. 2 In Low Unemployment Rate
Economist Eric Thompson said the two indicators reinforce the tough task of filling job openings.
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Economist Eric Thompson said the two indicators reinforce the tough task of filling job openings.
The budget committee calls for an average increase of 2.3% in spending over the next two fiscal years.
Two callers accused the governor of hypocrisy.
Changes in federal law mean the eligibility of Medicaid recipients is now being reviewed, returning to “normal” eligibility requirements.
The proposed merger spawned a rebellion by irrigators served by the Central district.
Owners of the Nebraska Crossing mall are seeking state funds to help expand the facility.
PurpleAir monitors provide the ability to measure air quality in real time, collecting particle pollution for hyper-local networks.
The ACLU said the teacher was serving as a chaperone at a dance and struck the student in the face while trying to "forcibly remove" him.
Two other Cornhusker State structures were also added to the register.
Vinny Palmero was indicted Friday on charges of fraud and influence peddling involving two police-associated groups.
He died Thursday at the age of 92.
The Cornhusker State is the second-largest producer of ethanol in the country.
Sen. Brewer’s bill would give priority access to resources for “critical infrastructure utility workers” during civil defense emergencies
The state has agreed to pay them a combined $18.75 million.
One exhibit focuses specifically on Japanese Nebraskans.
A free screening of the documentary, “The Brandon Teena Story,” will be held on May 1 at Lincoln’s Ross Media Arts Center.
Critics say it’s about politics and not public health, while a board member says it’s within the board’s duties.
Streck recently built The Nest, an apartment complex in the Omaha suburb of La Vista.
Melody Vaccaro has been ordered not to enter the building unless she has a scheduled appointment.
Opponents warn the bill could lead to more gun injuries and deaths.