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No human remains found during search of Lincoln home in Regina Bos case

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Study shows Nebraska's focus on K-12 health education could fill workforce gaps

A statewide report found that students who concentrate in health sciences opportunities while in high school are more likely to pursue postsecondary health-related education and earn more than their peers.

Childcare instability is hurting Lincoln's economy. New report shows the cost

A new report by First Five Nebraska shows that the Lincoln and Lancaster County economy is losing hundreds of millions of dollars each year because of an inadequate childcare system.

At new Lincoln Children's Museum exhibit, getting it wrong is part of the fun

The museum's STEM exhibit is now open for kids to try, fail and try again. Leaders celebrated the grand opening Thursday — and the siblings who helped make it happen.

Nebraska ACT scores slip again, but there's more to the numbers

Nebraska's ACT scores declined again, but state education officials say upcoming assessment results could offer a more encouraging picture.

'Culpability' author Bruce Holsinger to speak at Lincoln High School

The author behind "Culpability" is coming to Lincoln. Bruce Holsinger will discuss his novel and sign books at Lincoln High School.

LPS planning to install vape detectors at all middle schools

The Lincoln Board of Education approved the purchase of additional detection devices as the school district works to prevent students from vaping in bathrooms.

LPS considers new software that would boost teacher oversight of Chromebooks

The Lincoln Board of Education discussed on Tuesday a three-year agreement with LightSpeed Systems that will give teachers more flexibility in managing students' devices and cost the district $600,300.

Google makes $50K gift to Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools

The $51,250 donation makes Google the presenting sponsor of LPS' annual fundraising event and the champion sponsor of The Career Academy for the 2026-27 school year. 

Childcare advocates: More support needed to solve Nebraska's 'impossible math problem'

At the fourth annual Early Childhood Summit hosted by Lincoln Littles, advocates discussed the role the state needs to play in solving the childcare crisis that is leaving families struggling.

Waverly school district considering repair, improvement projects that could cost millions

Waverly School District expects to use cash reserves to complete infrastructure projects after voters rejected a $64 million bond proposal in May.

What Nebraska knows and doesn't know about federal K-12 scholarship program

As 30 states plan to opt into the federal scholarship tax credit program starting Jan. 1, it's not yet clear if all Nebraska students will qualify for a scholarship.

As diesel costs climb, Nebraska schools pay more to keep buses rolling

Diesel prices have nearly doubled from a year ago, forcing Lincoln-area school districts to watch every gallon as they keep thousands of students moving.

Your best bean recipe could end up in Nebraska school lunches

The Nebraska Department of Education announced Thursday it is hosting a bean recipe contest, and the winners could see their recipes implemented into school lunches across the state.

'A good human': How a Lincoln sixth grader's courage made her a Woman of the Year finalist

Zaynab Totou is only in sixth grade, but she earned the attention of CEOs and seasoned professionals when she was celebrated as a Woman of the Year finalist at Inspire.

UNL expands college access programs to Grand Island, Hastings and more with $5M grant

The TRIO grant, which will provide $5 million over the next five years, will make UNL's Talent Search program available to 2,000 students in a handful of Nebraska communities.

College View Academy moves forward with new school building plans

As College View Academy and Union Adventist University prepare to trade spaces, the private K-12 school celebrated a groundbreaking for its future building on Friday.

UNK student uses agribusiness lessons to improve family ranch

With 70 cow-calf pairs of his own, Ryan Arbuthnot is already a rancher. At UNK, he’s learning how to strengthen the business.

Nebraska conference in Kearney tackles childcare costs, workforce challenges

There's a critical need in Nebraska for affordable, quality early childhood education, and 500 people from across Nebraska gathered this week to discuss creative solutions.

In split vote, Lincoln school board OKs paying consultant to explore health plans

In a 4-3 vote, the Lincoln Board of Education approved a consulting agreement with Gallagher to identify an alternative health insurance plan that could save Lincoln Public Schools money.

LPS in early stages of expanding parking lots at 2 athletic complexes

Lincoln Public Schools will use engineering firm Clark & Enersen to design parking lot expansions at Standing Bear High School and UBT Stadium near Northwest High School.

Lincoln Public Schools sees success as it pilots new teacher evaluation process

The school district is piloting a new teacher evaluation process, which will move away from a rigid rubric and include more face-to-face conversations with leaders in school buildings.

Lincoln Board of Education approves $586.4M budget, drops levy by a cent

The $586.4 million budget will guide the work of Lincoln Public Schools for the next year.

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Integrity in business leadership cohort builds ethical community

Nebraska’s College of Business welcomes 34 first-year students into its Integrity in Business Leadership cohort, focusing on ethics, mentoring and career readiness.

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National Estate Planning Awareness Week and leaving a light for the future

Reflection on lighthouses, legacy and National Estate Planning Awareness Week, encouraging Nebraskans to consider planned gifts for their hometowns’ future.

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2026 NSAA Class A softball championship recap

Millard North beat Elkhorn South 4-1 behind pitcher Jules Severson to win the 2026 NSAA Class A softball title, the Mustangs’ first championship since 1993.

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SCC celebrates National Transfer Student Week

Southeast Community College marks National Transfer Student Week with more than 15 October events to help students explore transfer options and connect with partners.

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Report: Nebraska jobs, health services at risk under proposed federal Head Start overhaul

A new report identifies what could be at risk in Nebraska as the federal government deregulates Head Start. Hundreds of jobs and health services could disappear across the state.

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Southeast Community College is a destination for doers

Content by Southeast Community College. Let’s Do More isn’t a slogan. It’s an invitation that says people are in this together and it reflects a promise SCC has delivered on for years.

Central Elementary is 100 years old. Celebrate at an open house Saturday.

Central Elementary started as Kearney Junior High School 100 years ago. Visit the historic treasure at a centennial anniversary open house from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday.

'You can do this': LPS sees success in college-readiness programs

During a visit with NU leaders, Lincoln Public Schools highlighted the success of its college-readiness program that is boosting GPAs, increasing attendance rates and getting high schoolers into four-year colleges.

Standing Bear students craft paper cranes to honor the day that was 'just hard'

Origami cranes became a symbol of hope and healing after 9/11. Standing Bear High School students used a class period Friday to create their own colorful display of commemoration.

Caller said student had a gun Friday at Kearney High. Nothing was found.

Kearney High School received a swatting phone call Friday morning saying that a student had a gun. Kearney police and KPS resource officers found nothing.

'We need to stop these cuts': Advocates urge Ricketts, Fischer to reject education funding cuts

Advocates with Free the Future Nebraska dropped off hundreds of signatures to the offices of Sens. Deb Fischer and Pete Ricketts on Thursday, asking the officials to support education funding.

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