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'Catastrophic' — Trump administration freezes $28M meant for Nebraska schools

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'Catastrophic' — Trump administration freezes $28M meant for Nebraska schools

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• Jul 2, 2025
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The U.S. Department of Education this week froze about $28.6 million in federal grants meant to help fund efforts to boost student achievement across Nebraska, improve language skills for English learners and help pay for after-school programs in low-income areas.

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Flanked by supporters, legislators and Nebraska volleyball player Rebekah Allick (from left) and softball player Jordyn Bahl, Gov. Jim Pillen (center) signs a copy of LB89 during a press conference in the Governor’s Hearing Room at the Capitol on Wednesday. 

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Evalyn Schluckebier (left) and Logan Schluckebier pretend to get ready for the day during a staging shoot at the restored mid-century modern home at 5941 Margo Drive in the Eastridge neighborhood.

OLIVIA ANDERSON, Journal Star

Brecken Gasseling climbs into a sculpture as service attendees and their pets mingle on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at First-Plymouth Church.

OLIVIA ANDERSON, Journal Star

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