Live News of Nebraska April 04, 2024
Nebraska's Attempt To Change Election System Fails
An attempt to make Nebraska's elections into a 'winner-take-all' system failed this week as State Sen. Julie Slama's proposed election overhaul did not garner enough support. The proposal, attached to an unrelated bill, fe Read More
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Nebraska Lawmaker Reprimanded For Graphic Remarks In Legislature
An outside investigator found that a Nebraska lawmaker violated the Legislature's workforce sexual harassment policy by invoking a colleague's name while reading a graphic account of rape on the floor of the Legislature. TRead More
Nebraska Lawmakers Face Pressure To Change Electoral College Votes
Former President Donald Trump and his allies are pushing for Nebraska lawmakers to alter the state's method of allocating electoral college votes, highlighting the potential significance of the upcoming presidential electiRead More
Nebraska Republicans Push For Winner-Take-All Electoral College System
Former President Donald Trump and his allies are pushing for Nebraska lawmakers to alter the state's method of distributing electoral college votes. The proposed change would shift Nebraska from its current system, which dRead More
Nebraska Governor Pushes For Winner-Take-All Electoral College System
Nebraska's Republican governor is urging state lawmakers to adopt a 'winner-take-all' system for awarding Electoral College votes ahead of the upcoming presidential election. Governor Jim Pillen emphasized that this changeRead More
Polygamous Sect Leader Pleads Guilty To Child Sex Crimes
Samuel Bateman, the leader of a polygamous sect near the Arizona-Utah border, has pleaded guilty to charges related to transporting underage girls across state lines for sexual acts. The guilty plea was entered in U.S. DisRead More
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Jeremy Allen White Considered For Bruce Springsteen Biopic Role
The Bear star, Jeremy Allen White, is the top choice to play the role of Bruce Springsteen in the upcoming biopic, Deliver Me from Nowhere. The film will delve into the creation of Springsteen's iconic 1982...Read More
Pat Chun Named New Athletic Director At University Of Washington
Pat Chun has been introduced as the new athletic director at the University of Washington, leaving behind his role at Washington State to lead the rival program as they transition to the Big Ten Conference this...Read More
Jeremy Allen White In Talks To Play Bruce Springsteen In Biopic
Jeremy Allen White is in discussions to portray the iconic rock superstar Bruce Springsteen in the upcoming biopic Deliver Me From Nowhere, based on Warren Zanes' book about the making of Springsteen's 1982 album Nebraska.Read More
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Coaches Return To Alma Maters For NCAA Tournament
Kellie Harper, a former player turned coach, always had a passion for coaching college basketball. However, she never imagined that she would one day coach at her alma mater, the University of Tennessee. This unexpected tuRead More
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Nebraska Bill To Criminalize 'Obscene Material' Fails In Legislature
A recent bill in the Nebraska Legislature that aimed to hold school librarians and teachers accountable for providing 'obscene material' to students in grades K-12 failed to pass after a filibuster on Wednesday. The bill sRead More
Nebraska Lawmaker Under Investigation For Sexual Harassment
A Nebraska lawmaker is under investigation for sexual harassment after reading a graphic account of rape on the floor of the Legislature. State Sen. Steve Halloran invoked a fellow senator's name while reading from the memRead More
Texas Man Receives Over 10 Life Sentences For Torturing Children
A Texas man, aged 38, has been found guilty of torturing children and has been sentenced to more than 10 life sentences for his heinous crimes. The man, identified as David Calhoun, subjected several children to...Read More
Nebraska Football Coach Matt Rhule Stays Committed Amid Changes
Nebraska football coach Matt Rhule took the opportunity during a pre-spring football practice news conference to address the Cornhuskers' fan base following the recent departure of athletic director Trev Alberts. Rhule, whRead More
Houston Cougars Face Tough Competition In NCAA Tournament
Houston has secured a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament for the second consecutive year, setting the stage for an exciting journey through the South Region. The Cougars, boasting a 30-4 record, clinched the top...Read More
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Ohio State Names Jake Diebler New Head Basketball Coach
Ohio State University has officially named Jake Diebler as the new head coach of the men's basketball team, signing him to a five-year deal. Diebler, who had been serving as the interim head coach, took over...Read More
North Carolina Legalizes Online Sports Betting For NCAA Tournaments
Residents of North Carolina are gearing up for this year's NCAA men's and women's basketball tournaments with a new twist - the ability to legally bet on the games through smartphone apps and computers for the...Read More
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Wisconsin Upsets Purdue In Overtime Thriller For Championship Spot
Wisconsin pulled off a stunning upset in the Big Ten Tournament semifinals, defeating top-seeded Purdue 76-75 in overtime on Saturday. The game was a nail-biter from start to finish, with both teams showcasing their resiliRead More
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Teen Comedy 'Snack Shack' Captures Nostalgic Summer Vibes Perfectly
Set in 1991, the teen comedy film 'Snack Shack' directed by Adam Rehmeier captures the essence of teenage summers with a mix of hedonism and life lessons. The story follows best friends AJ and Moose, played...Read More
Senator Advocates For National Security By Banning Tiktok On State Devices
Montana Governor Jared Forte and former Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts, now a senator, have been at the forefront of banning TikTok on public systems in their respective states. Senator Ricketts was the first governor toRead More
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