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Pryce Sandfort set the tone again, Sam Hoiberg played hero and Wilson Moore has three takes from Nebraska basketball's thrilling win over Kansas State.
Nebraska basketball beats Kansas State in last-second thriller: 3 takes
Pryce Sandfort set the tone again, Sam Hoiberg played hero and Wilson Moore has three takes from Nebraska basketball's thrilling win over Kansas State.
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November 22, 2025 at 5:03 AM
Pryce Sandfort set the tone again, Sam Hoiberg played hero and Wilson Moore has three takes from Nebraska basketball's thrilling win over Kansas State.
A former University of Virginia student has been sentenced to life in prison for fatally shooting three football players and wounding two other students on the campus in 2022.
Ex-UVa student gets five life sentences for fatally shooting 3 football players
A former University of Virginia student has been sentenced to life in prison for fatally shooting three football players and wounding two other students on the campus in 2022.
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November 22, 2025 at 2:33 AM
A former University of Virginia student has been sentenced to life in prison for fatally shooting three football players and wounding two other students on the campus in 2022.
The new map, part of Trump's efforts to preserve a slim Republican majority in the House, touched off a nationwide redistricting battle.
Supreme Court blocks order that found Texas congressional map is likely racially biased
The new map, part of Trump's efforts to preserve a slim Republican majority in the House, touched off a nationwide redistricting battle.
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November 22, 2025 at 1:13 AM
The new map, part of Trump's efforts to preserve a slim Republican majority in the House, touched off a nationwide redistricting battle.
NCAA athletes and athletic department staff will not be allowed to bet on professional sports after the organization's membership voted Friday to rescind a rule change that would have permitted
NCAA won't allow betting on pro sports amid betting scandals.
NCAA athletes and athletic department staff will not be allowed to bet on professional sports after the organization's membership voted Friday to rescind a rule change that would have permitted
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November 21, 2025 at 10:47 PM
NCAA athletes and athletic department staff will not be allowed to bet on professional sports after the organization's membership voted Friday to rescind a rule change that would have permitted
The NU Board of Regents gave President Jeff Gold permission to begin working with the Higher Learning Commission and U.S. Department of Education to complete the merger.
'Willing to make bold plays' -- Regents move UNL, UNMC joint accreditation forward
The NU Board of Regents gave President Jeff Gold permission to begin working with the Higher Learning Commission and U.S. Department of Education to complete the merger.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:32 PM
The NU Board of Regents gave President Jeff Gold permission to begin working with the Higher Learning Commission and U.S. Department of Education to complete the merger.
Tyson Foods announced Friday that it plans to close its Lexington plant as part of "network changes designed to right size its beef business and position it for long-term success."
Large meatpacker Tyson Foods to close Lexington plant in western Nebraska
Tyson Foods announced Friday that it plans to close its Lexington plant as part of "network changes designed to right size its beef business and position it for long-term success."
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November 21, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Tyson Foods announced Friday that it plans to close its Lexington plant as part of "network changes designed to right size its beef business and position it for long-term success."
In court records, the newly charged suspects were identified only as Sealed Defendant #3 and #4 as of Friday morning.
Two more indicted in Nebraska Liquor Commission, strip club scandal
In court records, the newly charged suspects were identified only as Sealed Defendant #3 and #4 as of Friday morning.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:32 PM
In court records, the newly charged suspects were identified only as Sealed Defendant #3 and #4 as of Friday morning.
The Nebraska High School Press Association has sued a former Omaha teacher for embezzling $76,000 from the group.
Nebraska high school media group sues former teacher over embezzling
The Nebraska High School Press Association has sued a former Omaha teacher for embezzling $76,000 from the group.
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November 21, 2025 at 7:12 PM
The Nebraska High School Press Association has sued a former Omaha teacher for embezzling $76,000 from the group.
The suspect, whose name and age weren't released, was shot about 1 a.m. in Terminal 1.
Police fatally shoot knife-wielding man at St. Louis Lambert International Airport
The suspect, whose name and age weren't released, was shot about 1 a.m. in Terminal 1.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:57 PM
The suspect, whose name and age weren't released, was shot about 1 a.m. in Terminal 1.
A Sky Zone trampoline park is coming to the former Hobby Lobby near the corner of 48th and Van Dorn streets.
Trampoline park coming to former Hobby Lobby space in Lincoln
A Sky Zone trampoline park is coming to the former Hobby Lobby near the corner of 48th and Van Dorn streets.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:02 PM
A Sky Zone trampoline park is coming to the former Hobby Lobby near the corner of 48th and Van Dorn streets.
“A banner, not a name.” Nebraska locked up the Big Ten share but kept focus on its December goal.
Amie Just: Nebraska clinches shares of Big Ten title — but no celebration yet
“A banner, not a name.” Nebraska locked up the Big Ten share but kept focus on its December goal.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:36 PM
“A banner, not a name.” Nebraska locked up the Big Ten share but kept focus on its December goal.
Josh Davis, who also serves as UNL's vice chancellor for institutional strategy and external relations, was named senior vice provost and chief of staff at Penn State.
UNL Chancellor Bennett's chief of staff leaving for similar job at Penn State
Josh Davis, who also serves as UNL's vice chancellor for institutional strategy and external relations, was named senior vice provost and chief of staff at Penn State.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Josh Davis, who also serves as UNL's vice chancellor for institutional strategy and external relations, was named senior vice provost and chief of staff at Penn State.
Chief Deputy Ben Houchin said Fernando Ortiz was driving with his wife when they collided with a Lancaster County Engineering Department dump truck.
86-year-old Waverly man killed in Thursday crash ID'd
Chief Deputy Ben Houchin said Fernando Ortiz was driving with his wife when they collided with a Lancaster County Engineering Department dump truck.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Chief Deputy Ben Houchin said Fernando Ortiz was driving with his wife when they collided with a Lancaster County Engineering Department dump truck.
Former Lincoln Public Safety Director Tom Casady has seen his share of crimes in a career that spanned more than 40 years. Here are is his 10 most infamous crimes
Top 10 crimes in Lincoln history: No. 8 — Gambling den owner John Sheedy's murder
Former Lincoln Public Safety Director Tom Casady has seen his share of crimes in a career that spanned more than 40 years. Here are is his 10 most infamous crimes
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November 21, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Former Lincoln Public Safety Director Tom Casady has seen his share of crimes in a career that spanned more than 40 years. Here are is his 10 most infamous crimes
Take a moment and think about neighbors who may be struggling to cover basic needs as we head for the holidays. Then contact the agencies listed if you can help.
Gift cards go a long way in helping families in need during holidays
Take a moment and think about neighbors who may be struggling to cover basic needs as we head for the holidays. Then contact the agencies listed if you can help.
journalstar.com
November 21, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Take a moment and think about neighbors who may be struggling to cover basic needs as we head for the holidays. Then contact the agencies listed if you can help.
A 38-year-old Lincoln man has been criminally charged for allegedly leaving the scene of a serious injury accident in April.
Lincoln man, 38, accused of leaving scene of serious injury crash in April
A 38-year-old Lincoln man has been criminally charged for allegedly leaving the scene of a serious injury accident in April.
journalstar.com
November 21, 2025 at 2:01 PM
A 38-year-old Lincoln man has been criminally charged for allegedly leaving the scene of a serious injury accident in April.
Two weeks after playing out west, Nebraska is headed the other direction to play Penn State. Here's our best guess on how the game plays out.
Game predictions: Journal Star writers predict Nebraska at Penn State
Two weeks after playing out west, Nebraska is headed the other direction to play Penn State. Here's our best guess on how the game plays out.
journalstar.com
November 21, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Two weeks after playing out west, Nebraska is headed the other direction to play Penn State. Here's our best guess on how the game plays out.
For the third straight season, Nebraska has won at least a share of the Big Ten championship after sweeping Iowa on Thursday.
Nebraska volleyball sweeps Iowa to clinch a share of third straight Big Ten title
For the third straight season, Nebraska has won at least a share of the Big Ten championship after sweeping Iowa on Thursday.
journalstar.com
November 21, 2025 at 2:59 AM
For the third straight season, Nebraska has won at least a share of the Big Ten championship after sweeping Iowa on Thursday.
Many called out of work as the shutdown dragged on and they dealt with the financial pressures of working without a paycheck.
FAA: Only air traffic controllers with perfect attendance during shutdown will get bonuses
Many called out of work as the shutdown dragged on and they dealt with the financial pressures of working without a paycheck.
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November 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Many called out of work as the shutdown dragged on and they dealt with the financial pressures of working without a paycheck.
Deputy Lancaster County Attorney Greg Ariza called Keith Lassiter's talk about wanting to pay restitution meaningless. He's had years "and not a penny has been made."
Judge tells Lincoln handyman who took money, didn't do work: 'You do deserve a prison sentence'
Deputy Lancaster County Attorney Greg Ariza called Keith Lassiter's talk about wanting to pay restitution meaningless. He's had years "and not a penny has been made."
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November 20, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Deputy Lancaster County Attorney Greg Ariza called Keith Lassiter's talk about wanting to pay restitution meaningless. He's had years "and not a penny has been made."
A jury in Madison County in August found Jones guilty of first-degree murder, tampering with physical evidence and being an accessory to a felony for aiding and abetting her husband,
Carrie Jones sentenced to life in prison for Laurel murder
A jury in Madison County in August found Jones guilty of first-degree murder, tampering with physical evidence and being an accessory to a felony for aiding and abetting her husband,
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November 20, 2025 at 10:03 PM
A jury in Madison County in August found Jones guilty of first-degree murder, tampering with physical evidence and being an accessory to a felony for aiding and abetting her husband,
Take a moment and think about neighbors who may be struggling to cover basic needs as we head for the holidays. Then contact the agencies listed if you can help.
You can make a need family's holiday special. Here's how.
Take a moment and think about neighbors who may be struggling to cover basic needs as we head for the holidays. Then contact the agencies listed if you can help.
journalstar.com
November 20, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Take a moment and think about neighbors who may be struggling to cover basic needs as we head for the holidays. Then contact the agencies listed if you can help.
Matt Rhule returns to State College with memories of his late uncle and grandparents but says the focus is all on the team that nearly beat Indiana two weeks ago.
Amie Just: Rhule's homecoming comes with warning: Penn State is better than its record
Matt Rhule returns to State College with memories of his late uncle and grandparents but says the focus is all on the team that nearly beat Indiana two weeks ago.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Matt Rhule returns to State College with memories of his late uncle and grandparents but says the focus is all on the team that nearly beat Indiana two weeks ago.
The judge concluded the military takeover violates the Constitution and illegally intrudes on local officials' law enforcement authority.
Judge orders Trump administration to end National Guard deployment in DC
The judge concluded the military takeover violates the Constitution and illegally intrudes on local officials' law enforcement authority.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:38 PM
The judge concluded the military takeover violates the Constitution and illegally intrudes on local officials' law enforcement authority.
After Nebraska lawmakers sought to scale back voter-approved laws this year, advocates are seeking to make it harder for the Legislature to rewrite them.
Advocates seek to make it harder for Nebraska lawmakers to rewrite voter-approved laws
After Nebraska lawmakers sought to scale back voter-approved laws this year, advocates are seeking to make it harder for the Legislature to rewrite them.
journalstar.com
November 20, 2025 at 8:03 PM
After Nebraska lawmakers sought to scale back voter-approved laws this year, advocates are seeking to make it harder for the Legislature to rewrite them.