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A pregnant Hastings woman has reached a settlement with the state of Nebraska in her federal lawsuit seeking to allow her to have a certified nurse midwife assist with her home birth, despite a state law banning it.

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Red White Team's Mekhi Nelson (35) and Eric Ingwerson (82) celebrate with Jacory Barney (2) after he scores a touchdown during the spring game on Saturday, March. 28, 2026, at Memorial Stadium.

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Alaina Crook, left, plays with her toddler niece, Kiara Wasser, on Friday on an old road roller outside the Telegraph Lofts East building. Monday saw Lincoln reach the mid-80s but cooler temps are on the way. The National Weather Service is forecasting a high of 65 on Tuesday, but Wednesday is only expected to reach the upper 40s. There are also chances for rain throughout the week.

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Nebraska senior animal science student Allison Walbrecht reacts as Iowa seals the deal against Nebraska as hundreds upon hundreds of men’s basketball fans gather to watch the Cornhuskers take on the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at The Railyard in Lincoln. Nebraska fell to Iowa 77-71. “To watch them lose tonight was devastating,” she said. “I think the boys just tried so hard for us—We’re still proud of them no matter what.”

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A demonstrator dressed as Donald Trump wears a sandwich board and prison stripes on Saturday during a No Kings protest along Nebraska Parkway.

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Sandhill cranes take flight from sandbars along the Platte River early Saturday near Kearney. The Crane Trust at Wood River estimated 400,000 cranes on March 19, which was 49,000 fewer than the previous week. Matt Fong, director of fundraising and outreach for the trust, said the survey team has noticed the warm weather affecting the cranes' behavior. Notably on warmer days, like Saturday when the temperature peaked in the mid-90s, cranes are staying in the water in larger groups for longer periods of time. "We guess they are doing this to try and stay cool, as temperatures are much higher than average."

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Sen. Ben Hansen of Blair said the "best path forward" is to include both school choice scholarships and the child care subsidies in the budget. If both provisions don't remain, Hansen said it's a real possibility that this budget debate "ultimately ends in mutual destruction." 

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Pius X's Lucas Newton (7) goes up to celebrates a homerun with Anthony Iburg (12) as huis other teammates gather to join in during the ninth inning at the Sandhills Global Youth Baseball Complex on Monday, March 30, 2026, in Lincoln.

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Middle school mathematics teacher Alicia Davis, left, reacts as Scott Middle School Principal Jesse Tvrdy gifts her flower after she was recognized with the Scottish Rite Educator of the Year award at Scott Middle School on Friday. 

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Nebraska’s Emmet Johnson sprints to the finish line of the 40-yard dash during Nebraska’s Pro Day event at Hawks Championship Center on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, in Lincoln.

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Nebraska pitcher/infielder Hannah Camenzind (9) is congratulated by infielder Lauren Camenzind (2) and other teammates after trotting into home on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Bowlin Stadium in Lincoln. Nebraska took the lead 2-1 over UCLA in the bottom of the fifth after a two-run swat over the left field wall by pitcher/infielder Hannah Camenzind (9).

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Former Nebraska Senator and current gubernatorial candidate Lynne Walz addresses guests during a listening session hosted on Thursday at Urban Legends Art Studio in Lincoln.

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Lincoln locals Sarah Gibson (left) Amy Filipi (center) and Molly Dunn (right) react as Nebraska men’s basketball fans watch their team face off against Troy on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the N-Zone sports bar in Lincoln. The Huskers 76-47 win marked the first NCAA tournament victory for the team. “Sweet Sixteen, baby!” Filipi said. “I think this is our year,” Dunn said.

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The Nebraska State Capitol is silhouetted against a bright sky with scattered clouds on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Lincoln.

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Milford's Abby Crabtree, center, celebrates with teammates after making a half-court shot to beat the second quarter buzzer during a Class C-1 state semifinal game Friday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

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Lincoln North Star fans (from left) Mariana Bazan, Alexis Parde and Haylee Van Pelt celebrate in the final seconds of an NSAA Class A first-round girls state basketball game on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Lincoln North Star beat Millard North 43-32.

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Malcolm’s Payton Dolliver (12) sheds a tear as she embraces her sister Halle Dolliver (30) after falling to Milford in the Class C-1 state championship game Saturday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

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Lincoln North Star’s K.J. Pinchon (12) lays up two over Millard North’s Jordyn McMahon (24) and Mia McKenzie (23) during an NSAA Class A first-round girls state basketball game on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Lincoln North Star was up 23-18 going into the half.

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Fort Calhoun’s Maelie Nelson (20) trips over Malcolm’s Payton Dolliver (12) as they both chase after a loose ball during a Class C-1 semifinal state basketball tournament game on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

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Kearney senior cheerleader Shayne Brown waves her pom-poms during an NSAA Class A first-round girls state basketball game on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Kearney beat Lincoln Southwest to advance.

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Wynot’s Kenna Oligmueller (12) and Haley Wieseler (3) try to gain possession of a loose ball against Dundy County Stratton’s Emily Schack (11) during the Class D-2 state championship game Saturday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

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Howells-Dodge’s Kenadie Throener (52) hoists the plaque with the student fan section sporting Burger King crowns during the NSAA Class D-1 girls state championship basketball game on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Howells-Dodge beat Bloomfield 45-42.

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Lincoln Pius X’s Kendal Heimes (4) heads to the basket under foul by Bennington’s Allie John (34) during an NSAA Class B semifinal girls state basketball game on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Bennington beat Lincoln Pius X 55-52.

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Ashland-Greenwood players celebrate after defeating DC West to win the Class C-1 championship state basketball game on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

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Malcolm and Lincoln Firefighters respond to a wildfire at Southwest 112th and West Pioneers in Denton, NE.

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Howells-Dodge head coach Kevin Janata dons his Burger King crown during the NSAA Class D-1 championship boys state basketball game on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Howells-Dodge beat McCool Junction North 57-39.

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Scott Ricks looks over the edge of the main boat dock at Branched Oak Marina on Thursday. The Raymond marina suffered damage in a major windstorm last August and is rebuilding.

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The Norris fan section waves to distract Scottsbluff’s Keon Delgado (24) as he shoots from the line during an NSAA Class B semi-final boys state basketball game on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Scottsbluff led Norris 31-28 at the half.

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Store manager Jeanette Steider works on a floral arrangement on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Abloom on O Street in downtown Lincoln. Steider says she’s been practicing floristry since 1996—right out of college. “I just love flowers—the color, the texture and the freshness,” she said.

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Norris’s Ray Wegner (30) tips off over Gretna East’s Madi Shelburne (35) during an NSAA Class B semifinal girls state basketball game on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Norris led Gretna East 24-23 going into the half.

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Bennington’s Kennedy Portwood (4) and Regan Bluhm (14) explode onto the court after a win during an NSAA Class B semifinal girls state basketball game on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Bennington beat Lincoln Pius X 55-52.

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Bennington’s Brady Nichols (10) leaps to attempt a block as Norris’ Shane Holen (0) sails in with a dunk during an NSAA Class B first round boys state basketball game on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Norris led Bennington 33–23 at the half.

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Dundy County Stratton’s Ava Lutz (23) and Clara Spargo (1) celebrate as Abi Spargo, not pictured, secures the final basket to beat Wynot during the Class D-2 state championship game Saturday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

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Lincoln High head coach Richie Ross addresses his players on the bench during an NSAA Class A first round boys state basketball game on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Lincoln High fell to Omaha Westside 61-58.

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DCS fan Barrett Partch wears a cowboy hat lined with miniature trophies that he and his mom made for the match during the Class D-2 state championship game Saturday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

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Elkhorn North’s Carter Peterson (3) roars after his dunk during an NSAA Class B semi-final boys state basketball game on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Elkhorn North beat Omaha Skutt Catholic 57-59 in overtime.

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Lincoln Christian’s Stella Burgher (11) covers her face with her jersey after the Crusaders fall to Fort Calhoun in overtime during a Class C-1 first-round state basketball tournament game on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Devaney Sports Center.

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Lincoln Pius X’s Kendal Heimes (4) heads to the basket under foul by Bennington’s Allie John (34) during an NSAA Class B semifinal girls state basketball game on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Bennington beat Lincoln Pius X 55-52.

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Ogallala’s Laney Caskey (2) flies over Gothenburg’s Grace Evert (24) to gain possession of a loose ball during a Class C-1 first-round state basketball tournament game on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Devaney Sports Center.

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Elkhorn North senior student fans, including Sam Hunsberger (center-right) Logan Whaley (center-left) and Nate Trofholz (left) celebrate in the final seconds of an NSAA Class B first round boys state basketball game on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Elkhorn North beat Wahoo 66-39.

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78-year-old Marilyn Hooper, left, from Omaha, leads her group of “Pissed off Grandmas” in song on Friday, March 6, 2026, on the steps of the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln. “We are out to save democracy by singing social messages about what is happening in our country,” Hooper said. “You’re never too old to fight for democracy.” The group was invited to the statehouse by the Women’s March to take part in a day of activities for the upcoming International Women’s Day. Attendees were invited to call out their district senators legislation, listen to debate taking place on the senate floor, sign the Respect Nebraska Voters petition and listen to a few female senators speak about their journeys running for office.

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Construction crews work at the site of a repaired railway bridge on Tuesday over the Salt Creek near Sun Valley and Westgate boulevards. 

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Luda Smyshliaiev, a Ukrainian immigrant from Kherson, bows her head in prayer during a vigil outside the state Capitol on Saturday. More than a hundred attended as members of Lincoln’s Ukrainian community gathered at the State Seal Fountain to share remarks, join in song and to pray for peace to mark four years since Russia invaded Ukraine. “I’m here to let the world know that it’s not just war — it’s a genocide,” Smyshliaiev said. “They want to erase us.”

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Elgin Public/Pope John’s Evin Pelster (12) and Jarek Erickson (21) defend Archangels Catholic’s Kellan Mundil (24) as he goes up to score two during the Class D-2 championship state basketball game on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

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